The Warwick RockBass Fortress 5 Solid Black is a 5-string electric bass ideal for musicians seeking a versatile, high-performance instrument. Its bolt-on maple and ekanga neck, combined with a wenge fingerboard, offers optimal playing comfort and excellent stability. Designed for the stage, studio, or rehearsals, this bass features RockBass active electronics with active MEC pickups, allowing precise sound control. Its refined design and chrome finishes ensure a professional look suited to discerning bassists.
| Type | Electric bass |
|---|---|
| Number of strings | 5 strings |
| Neck | Bolt-on |
| Neck wood | 3-piece maple and ekanga |
| Nut width (mm) | 45.0 mm |
| Thickness at the 12th fret (mm) | 60.8 mm |
| Nut type | Just a Nut III |
| Fingerboard | Wenge |
| Fingerboard radius (mm) | 660.4 mm |
| Fret type | Extra High Jumbo nickel silver |
| Scale length (mm) | 863.6 mm |
| Body wood | Ash |
| Finish | Gloss or satin depending on the color |
| Tuners | Warwick Machineheads |
| Bridge | Warwick 2-piece, chrome finish |
| Strap buttons | Warwick Security locks |
| Pickups | MEC active P and MEC active J |
| Electronics | RockBass active |
| Controls | Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass |
| Available for left-handed players | Yes, only in Solid Black |
| Accessories | Student Line RockBag RB 20515 B/PLUS gig bag |
| Strings | Warwick Red Strings: .045-.135 |
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