Cort 5-String Headless Space Bass Star Dust Black

The Cort 5-String Headless Space Bass Star Dust Black is not just a bass guitar—it’s a portable powerhouse engineered for performers who demand precise tone, balanced feel, and road-ready reliability in a compact package. Drawing on Cort’s heritage in headless design and the Space lineage, this bass delivers studio-flexible versatility with stage-ready punch.

Why this space-age bass stands out

• Maple body with a poplar burl top balances bright, articulate attack with warm, resonant sustain and a striking visual contrast that glares with onstage presence.
• New Space body shape emphasizes ergonomic balance, reducing neck dive and making long performances comfortable—whether you’re ripping through riffs or laying down groove-heavy lines.
• Bartolini MK-1 pickups paired with an active 3-band EQ open up a vast tonal landscape—from tight, punchy lows to glassy highs—so you can sculpt your ideal bass voice in real time.
• Specially designed hardware optimized for a headless instrument, delivering precise intonation, stable tuning, and rugged reliability under aggressive playing styles and frequent travel.
• 7-piece roasted neck combining maple, walnut, and purple heart for exceptional stability,snappy response, and a comfortable feel across the full 5-string range.

Iconic history meets modern practicality

Space Bass models trace Cort’s pioneering spirit in reimagining headless instruments—with tuners licensed through Steinberger Sound—into a contemporary tool that’s ready for the rigors of today’s live stages and busy studios. The SPACE5SDB is a commemorative reintroduction that honors that revolutionary lineage while delivering today’s reliability, setup speed, and tonal control.

Who is this for?

• Players seeking a 5-string extended range with effortless tuning stability and reduced neck weight for long gigs.
• Musicians who value a compact, headless design that travels well without sacrificing tonal depth or dynamic range.
• Studio players who need a versatile bass with a broad EQ palette to cover funk, rock, jazz fusion, and modern pop textures.

What problems does it solve?

• Headless design minimizes overall instrument length without compromising string tension, making transport and stage setup faster.
• Active 3-band EQ paired with powerful Bartolini pickups offers immediate, controllable tone shaping—no bulky outboard gear required.
• 7-piece roasted neck delivers consistent feel across temperature and humidity changes, reducing setup time and detuning risk during tours.

Practical tips for getting the most out of your Space Bass

• Experiment with the active EQ to tailor punchy slap tones, singing midrange for live mixes, or warm, deep fundamentals for dense studio tracks.
• Take advantage of the headless balance to position the bass for comfortable playing angles during long sessions.
• Keep the hardware clean and lightly lubricated; the precision-built tuners reward regular maintenance with clean, accurate tuning stability.

Model: SPACE5SDB • Color: Star Dust Black • Part Number: SPACE5SDB • Condition: New