The Warwick Corvette Basic 5 Nirvana Black Satin is a 5-string electric bass designed for bassists seeking a versatile and high-performance instrument suitable for both studio and stage. Its bolt-on maple and ekanga neck offers excellent stability and optimal comfort, while the wenge fretboard with extra-high frets facilitates fast and precise playing. Equipped with active RockBass electronics and MEC pickups, it delivers a clear and powerful sound, ideal for experienced musicians and demanding amateurs alike. Supplied with a robust gig bag, this bass is perfect for rehearsals, music lessons, and apartment performances.
| Type | Electric Bass |
|---|---|
| Number of Strings | 5 strings |
| Neck | Bolt-on, 3-piece Maple and Ekanga |
| Nut Width (mm) | 45.0 mm |
| Thickness at 12th Fret (mm) | 60.8 mm |
| Nut | Just a Nut III |
| Fretboard | Wenge |
| Fretboard Radius (mm) | 660.4 mm |
| Fret Type | Nickel Silver Extra High Jumbo |
| Scale Length (mm) | 812.8 mm |
| Body | Alder |
| Finish | Satin (Nirvana Black Satin) |
| Machine Heads | Warwick Machineheads |
| Bridge | Warwick 2-piece, chrome finish |
| Strap Locks | Warwick Security locks |
| Pickups | MEC 'Dynamic Correction' active J (x2) |
| Electronics | RockBass active |
| Controls | Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass |
| Weight | 3.8 kg |
| Included with | Student Line RockBag RB 20515 B/PLUS Gig Bag |
| Strings | Warwick Red Strings .045-.135 |
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