Cort Artisan B4 Element: Professional Excellence Refined

The Cort Artisan B4 Element represents a complete reimagining of the highly regarded Artisan B-class bass series, combining the most successful elements of its predecessors with innovative new features. This premium instrument delivers exceptional tone, playability, and aesthetics for professional bassists and discerning enthusiasts.

Built around a resonant mahogany body with a beautifully figured 9mm white ash top, the B4 Element features a redesigned rounder, more ergonomic shape for enhanced playing comfort. The 5-piece panga panga and walnut neck is capped with a roasted maple fingerboard, providing exceptional stability and a smooth, fast playing surface with superior durability.

Premium Specifications:

• Body: Ergonomic mahogany with 9mm white ash top
• Neck: 5-ply maple and panga panga with C-shape profile (20.5mm at 1st fret, 22mm at 12th)
• Fingerboard: Roasted maple with 15.75" radius and abalone dot inlays
• Scale Length: 34" (864mm)
• Frets: 24 medium-jumbo nickel silver (2.7×1.1mm)
• Electronics: Bartolini® MK-1 pickup set with Bartolini® MK-1 preamp
• Controls: Volume, blend, 3-band EQ, mini toggle switch
• Hardware: Black finish with Hipshot® Ultralite tuners
• Bridge: High-mass MetalCraft M4 with dual string loading system (19mm spacing)
• Nut: Black PPS (38mm width)
• Finish Options: Open Pore Natural (OPN), Open Pore Burgundy Red (OPBR), or Open Pore Trans Black (OPTB)
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL165 (.045-.105)

Key Innovations:

• Enhanced Resonance: New high-mass MetalCraft M4 bridge with dual string loading system
• Superior Stability: Roasted maple fingerboard with 5-piece neck construction
• Improved Comfort: Redesigned ergonomic body shape with premium contours
• Tonal Versatility: Premium Bartolini electronics with expanded sound-shaping capabilities

The combination of carefully selected premium components, thoughtful design improvements, and Cort's unwavering commitment to quality makes the Artisan B4 Element an outstanding choice for professional musicians and enthusiasts alike. Experience the evolution of bass excellence with this remarkable instrument.