5 string bass

  1. Alleva Coppolo LG5 in natural finish

    For sale Alleva Coppolo LG5 in natural finish

    It is with a heavy heart that I am selling this prized Alleva Coppolo LG5 in excellent condition for financial reasons. The bass sings and is a very comfortable weight. If you ever wanted a 60s jazz bass with a B string and the main perks of modern construction (eg, active electronics), this is...
    $5,500.00
  2. Fodera Emperor Standard 5
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    For sale Fodera Emperor Standard 5

    Up for grabs is a Fodera Standard Emperor 5 with a walnut top and alder body. This bass features a beautiful blond streak running along the center of the body. It was originally purchased from Martin's Music in Tennessee, and I have been its sole owner. Here are some specs: Scale: 34" - handles...
    $5,000.00
  3. Peeved T-40

    What is your preferred 5 string configuration? (Pickup Config, Active/Passive, Scale length, Bolt on/Through neck, String Spacing, type and gauges)

    I'm in the market for a 5 string. People seem to be pickier about 5 string basses due to the low B. There's a lot of discussion about what makes it pop and I'd like you're opinions on the specifics. What is you're preferred 5 string configuration and why? (Pickup Config, Active/Passive, Scale...
  4. Ibanez SR655

    For sale Ibanez SR655

    Ibanez SR655 5 String Update with price drop. 550 with bag 500 if you dont want the bag $60 for shipping in CONUS I just simply never bonded with it & I need to pare down my collection as I get ready to consolidate 2 houses. Currently strung with DR Pure Blues Padded Gig Bag optionally...
    $500.00 to $550.00
    or best offer
  5. Marleaux Tiuz 5
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    For sale Marleaux Tiuz 5

    Marleaux Tiuz 5 Redwood Burl, bass guitar, 5-string, body: poplar and mahogany, signature redwood burl top, 3-piece 7 screws bolt-on maple neck, carbon reinforced neck, long scale, ebony (Dispoyros crassifolia) fretboard, 24 frets, 2x Marleaux Custom pickups with wood housing (ebony), Marleaux...
    $4,500.00
  6. Roscoe LG3005
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    For sale Roscoe LG3005

    2020 Roscoe LG3005 standard in excellent condition No dents or scratches Lightweight ash body Clear gloss finish Maple neck with wenge stringer with matching ash headstock 35 inch scale Birdseye maple fretboard Roscoe spec Bartolini quadcoil pickups, Bartolini 3 band preamp Volume push/pull for...
    $2,600.00
  7. Mike Lull DA5
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    For sale Mike Lull DA5

    Mike Lull DA 5 Awesome bass just used to my 33” Fodera and all the other 34” scale basses that i own. Solid ash body Maple neck, light Birds eye finger board Aguilar OB-1 pre amp, 18 volt Nordstrand NJ5 pick ups 18 mm spacing and 1 7/8 Olympic white colour Mike Lull gig bag included 9.7 pounds...
    $3,750.00
    $3,750.00 to $3,500.00
  8. Fodera Emperor 6 String Standard Flame Maple
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    For sale Fodera Emperor 6 String Standard Flame Maple

    Fodera Emperor 6-String Standard Flame Maple. Impeccable condition (original owner) with a stunning finish. I've only played this bass a handful of times in the studio (never left the studio). Always properly stored and in perfect condition. Original hard case included.
    $6,000.00
  9. Price Drop #2: Ibanez Gary Willis GWB35 Fretless 5-String Bass w/Short Scale & Headless Mods
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    For sale Price Drop #2: Ibanez Gary Willis GWB35 Fretless 5-String Bass w/Short Scale & Headless Mods

    I need to sell a significantly modified Ibanez Gary Willis GWB35 5-string fretless bass in good condition. The previous owner engaged Bass Trader Sweden to modify the bass as follows: The headstock was removed and the bass made headless with a headpiece and Nova bridge and tuners; The scale...
    $300.00
  10. Samick Artist Series 5 String 1990s - Emerald Green w Black Feature Lines
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    For sale Samick Artist Series 5 String 1990s - Emerald Green w Black Feature Lines

    Thanks for stopping by and having a look. This is one very pretty bass. I was looking for a backup fretted 5 string, and worked out a trade for a fiver that was WAY too heavy for me, and got this instead. There is NOTHING wrong with this bass except I find the strings a bit too close for my...
    $249.00
  11. Kona 5 String Bass Neck-Through 2024 - Natural w Gig Bag
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    For trade Kona 5 String Bass Neck-Through 2024 - Natural w Gig Bag

    I know very little about this bass. Before buying it, I did as much research as I possibly could do, and found next to nothing. I was looking for a backup fretted five string, and this one looked like a good candidate. When I bought it, the first thing I did was to install Straploks and a new...
  12. TriumphRider99

    TRADED Kona 5 String Bass Neck-Through 2024 - Natural w Gig Bag

    I know very little about this bass. Before buying it, I did as much research as I possibly could do, and found next to nothing. I was looking for a backup fretted five string, and this one looked like a good candidate. When I bought it, the first thing I did was to install Straploks and a new...
  13. Modern Vintage MVJ5-75 (Walnut Brown)
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    For sale Modern Vintage MVJ5-75 (Walnut Brown)

    Here's an amazing passive 5 string jazz that has a killer 70s slap (Marcus Miller) vibe, without the active pre. I love the gorgeous flame roasted maple neck and dark rosewood fingerboard on this bass. I had the master, Ted Vig, put a set of his 5 sting J pickups in and he changed the pots to...
    $1,875.00
  14. rbutler2

    SOLD Modern Vintage MVJ5-75 (Walnut Brown)

    Here's an amazing passive 5 string jazz that has a killer 70s slap (Marcus Miller) vibe, without the active pre. I love the gorgeous flame roasted maple neck and dark rosewood fingerboard on this bass. I had the master, Ted Vig, put a set of his 5 sting J pickups in and he changed the pots to...
  15. faulknersj

    Anyone else cross the 5 string rubicon?

    I have been back and forth my whole life between 4 and 5 string basses. I started on a 4 string in high school (1991) and got my first 5’er (a 5 string special ordered Music Man 5) in 1999. I don’t remember the transition being that hard and toured with and played a 5 string from 99’ - 2008...
  16. Sadowsky NYC 5 String for Sale Mint, $4850.00 Nederland, Tx

    For sale Sadowsky NYC 5 String for Sale Mint, $4850.00 Nederland, Tx

    Mint Condition Sadowsky NYC 5 string bass, active passive circuit, maple neck. Excellent setup for low action, excellent slapper and amazing tone. Priced to sell fast. $4850.00 plus shipping.Sadowsky 5 String Maple neck, Active/Passive. Low action Long scale. Beautiful tones and easy to use slap...
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  17. Greig Smithy

    For Sale Sadowsky NYC 5 String for Sale Mint, $4850.00 Nederland, Tx

    Mint Condition Sadowsky NYC 5 string bass, active passive circuit, maple neck. Excellent setup for low action, excellent slapper and amazing tone. Priced to sell fast. $4850.00 plus shipping.Sadowsky 5 String Maple neck, Active/Passive. Low action Long scale. Beautiful tones and easy to use slap...
  18. Bluesman Vintage El Dorado PJV

    For sale Bluesman Vintage El Dorado PJV

    Up for sale is this Brand New 2024 Bluesman Vintage El Dorado PJV. This bass plays great with no issues at all. This bass weighs in at about 9.2lbs. and comes with a feather light case. All of the specs for this bass are pictured in the custom build spec sheet. Also comes with COA also pictured...
    $2,500.00
  19. seejayplaybass

    For Sale Bluesman Vintage El Dorado PJV

    Up for sale is this Brand New 2024 Bluesman Vintage El Dorado PJV. This bass plays great with no issues at all. This bass weighs in at about 9.2lbs. and comes with a feather light case. All of the specs for this bass are pictured in the custom build spec sheet. Also comes with COA also pictured...
  20. Yamaha BB615 2005 w/ Yamaha gig bag
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    For sale Yamaha BB615 2005 w/ Yamaha gig bag

    2005 made in Taiwan. In really great shape and well taken care of over the last 20 years. I can find very few flaws on the finish beyond some swirling. It’s one of the nicer solid black finishes I’ve seen. The neck is straight and super solid as any Yamaha I’ve ever played. The frets show some...
    $515.00
  21. Kevlanco

    SOLD Yamaha BB615 2005 w/ Yamaha gig bag

    2005 made in Taiwan. In really great shape and well taken care of over the last 20 years. I can find very few flaws on the finish beyond some swirling. It’s one of the nicer solid black finishes I’ve seen. The neck is straight and super solid as any Yamaha I’ve ever played. The frets show some...
  22. markbmbass

    Bassmods 5 string vs Sandberg TT5/TM5

    So, I have a Sandberg TM5 listed in the classifieds here on Talk Bass. I really do like the bass, but I'm also GASing for a J/J 5, with Bass Mods holding my interest over anything else. I'm wondering if there are any of you out there that have had both a Sandberg 5 and a Bass Mods 5, and what...
  23. Seamoon FX

    5 String Scale Length

    I was just wondering What is your preferred scale length for a 5 String Bass? I see that most "Larger" Companies are also torn between 34 and 35. What are your thoughts and why do you like the length that you choose?
  24. FormerUSAFbass
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    For sale Combe Alys 5

    I am selling or wanting to trade my Combe Alyss 5 bass. I bought this bass last year from another TB member and I’m just not using it (I’m a 4 string guy at heart). It’s in the same minty condition as when I bought it and it hasn’t left the house. This exact bass is featured as on the Luthier...
    $2,400.00
  25. FormerUSAFbass

    SOLD Combe Alys 5

    I am selling or wanting to trade my Combe Alyss 5 bass. I bought this bass last year from another TB member and I’m just not using it (I’m a 4 string guy at heart). It’s in the same minty condition as when I bought it and it hasn’t left the house. This exact bass is featured as on the Luthier...
  26. Fender American Elite Jazz Bass V Ash
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    For sale Fender American Elite Jazz Bass V Ash

    $1,800 + $100 shipping CONUS Fender Jazz Elite V Ash Very nice bass and has the iconic Fender sound. I purchased used and put brand new strings and did a setup on it. Has some minor wear marks, specifically on the pick guard. Comes with hard case and original paperwork.
    $1,800.00
  27. dmas81

    SOLD Fender American Elite Jazz Bass V Ash

    $1,800 + $100 shipping CONUS Fender Jazz Elite V Ash Very nice bass and has the iconic Fender sound. I purchased used and put brand new strings and did a setup on it. Has some minor wear marks, specifically on the pick guard. Comes with hard case and original paperwork.
  28. Pedulla Nuance
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    For sale Pedulla Nuance

    Pedulla Nuance in excellent condition. 19mm at bridge 4AAAA Red Heart Quilt Maple top Soft maple body Maple neck with ebony board OEM Bartolini pickups 2 band Bartolini preamp with variable mids by internal trim pot Original Pedulla hardshell case and truss rod tool 10 lbs $2900 shipped CONUSA
    $2,900.00
  29. bgartist

    SOLD Pedulla Nuance

    Pedulla Nuance in excellent condition. 19mm at bridge 4AAAA Red Heart Quilt Maple top Soft maple body Maple neck with ebony board OEM Bartolini pickups 2 band Bartolini preamp with variable mids by internal trim pot Original Pedulla hardshell case and truss rod tool 10 lbs $2900 shipped CONUSA
  30. Ernie Ball Music Man Reflex HSS 5 String THANKSGIVING WEEK PRICE DROP MUST SELL ASAP
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    For sale Ernie Ball Music Man Reflex HSS 5 String THANKSGIVING WEEK PRICE DROP MUST SELL ASAP

    I’ve decided to sell the EBMM Reflex 5 i recently got in a trade to help finance other needs. This bass is wonderful and plays/sounds like a dream. This one is has a blue burst finish with a matching headstock and the HSS pickup configuration. It was born in 2015 and looks to have had a stellar...
    $2,000.00
  31. BeardlyCustoms

    SOLD Ernie Ball Music Man Reflex HSS 5 String THANKSGIVING WEEK PRICE DROP MUST SELL ASAP

    I’ve decided to sell the EBMM Reflex 5 i recently got in a trade to help finance other needs. This bass is wonderful and plays/sounds like a dream. This one is has a blue burst finish with a matching headstock and the HSS pickup configuration. It was born in 2015 and looks to have had a stellar...
  32. D

    MM+P Pickup Configuration

    Hey Yall! First time poster long time reader... I'm looking to purchase a 5 string bass and retro fit it with new electronics and just a general beefing up. I've been researching basses that have this configuration and the one that sparks the most interest is the Sandberg California V and if...
  33. Xotic XJ-1T-5 2020 Relic White over Sunburst
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    For sale Xotic XJ-1T-5 2020 Relic White over Sunburst

    I'm selling a Xotic XJ-1T-5 relic'd white over sunburst and butterscotch. Bass is in pristine condition. Plays great with action set low. The neck is ridiculously smooth on this bass. I got the bass from a fellow TB'er on a trade just to try a Xotic but I’m really itching for another pbass...
    $2,950.00
  34. Sam_Bass84

    SOLD Xotic XJ-1T-5 2020 Relic White over Sunburst

    I'm selling a Xotic XJ-1T-5 relic'd white over sunburst and butterscotch. Bass is in pristine condition. Plays great with action set low. The neck is ridiculously smooth on this bass. I got the bass from a fellow TB'er on a trade just to try a Xotic but I’m really itching for another pbass...
  35. Rickenbacker 4003s/5 Walnut with OHSC - 2019
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    For sale Rickenbacker 4003s/5 Walnut with OHSC - 2019

    For sale is the very first (and probably last) Rickenbacker I have owned. I was looking for a more upscale 5 string than I have been playing (Fender, Carvin, and, dare I say it, Harley Benton) and was really hoping this one would be it. My main bass for over 20 years was my 1977 Stingray. Loved...
    $1,999.00
  36. TriumphRider99

    SOLD Rickenbacker 4003s/5 Walnut with OHSC - 2019

    For sale is the very first (and probably last) Rickenbacker I have owned. I was looking for a more upscale 5 string than I have been playing (Fender, Carvin, and, dare I say it, Harley Benton) and was really hoping this one would be it. My main bass for over 20 years was my 1977 Stingray. Loved...
  37. **PRICE DROP** Adamovic Katana
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    For sale **PRICE DROP** Adamovic Katana

    Hey, all! Up for consideration is my beautiful Adamovic Katana! As much as I love this bass, after spending some time with it, I’m realizing I prefer to play 6 string. That being said, my loss is your gain! About the bass: The bass is a 5-string tuned E to C. I believe it can easily be...
    $5,500.00
  38. Duval Prescott

    SOLD **PRICE DROP** Adamovic Katana

    Hey, all! Up for consideration is my beautiful Adamovic Katana! As much as I love this bass, after spending some time with it, I’m realizing I prefer to play 6 string. That being said, my loss is your gain! About the bass: The bass is a 5-string tuned E to C. I believe it can easily be...
  39. Sadowsky NYC Satin Modern 5-24 Transparent Black over Flame Maple
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    For sale Sadowsky NYC Satin Modern 5-24 Transparent Black over Flame Maple

    Mint Condition - l 2020 Sadowsky NYC Satin Modern 5-24 Five-string bass signed by Roger Sadowsky Ash body with flame maple veneer and maple neck - absolutely gorgeous. FINISH: Black Transparent Satin BODY: Flame Maple on Swamp Ash FINGERBOARD: Maple with thin matte nitro finish and 12″ radius...
    $4,500.00
  40. Danny2454

    SOLD Sadowsky NYC Satin Modern 5-24 Transparent Black over Flame Maple

    Mint Condition - l 2020 Sadowsky NYC Satin Modern 5-24 Five-string bass signed by Roger Sadowsky Ash body with flame maple veneer and maple neck - absolutely gorgeous. FINISH: Black Transparent Satin BODY: Flame Maple on Swamp Ash FINGERBOARD: Maple with thin matte nitro finish and 12″ radius...