Cort GB Modern Bass: Lightweight Performance with Premium Tone

The Cort GB Modern Bass Guitar reimagines the classic J-style bass with innovative design features that dramatically reduce weight while delivering exceptional playability and professional sound. Created for bassists who demand comfort during long sessions without sacrificing tone or aesthetics, this instrument represents the perfect fusion of vintage inspiration and modern engineering.

At just 3.5kg (7.7 lbs), the GB Modern features Cort's revolutionary Litelift body construction with a maple center block surrounded by paulownia and white ash wings. This ingenious design maintains tonal integrity while significantly reducing player fatigue. The stunning 9mm poplar burl top adds visual elegance with its unique natural patterns enhanced by an open-pore matte finish.

Professional Specifications:

• Body: Lightweight Litelift design with maple center, paulownia/white ash wings, and poplar burl top
• Neck: Roasted maple with comfortable C-shape profile (20.3mm at 1st fret, 22.9mm at 12th)
• Fingerboard: Roasted maple with 15.75" radius and black block inlays
• Scale Length: 34" (864mm) with 22 medium-jumbo nickel silver frets
• Electronics: Nordstrand® BS4 single-coil pickups with MarkBass® MB Instrument preamp
• Controls: 2 volume controls, 3-band EQ, push-pull passive tone switch
• Hardware: Hipshot® Ultralite tuners and Babicz® FCH4 bridge with 19mm string spacing
• Weight: Approximately 3.5kg (7.7 lbs) – significantly lighter than traditional basses
• Finish Options: Open Pore Vintage Natural (OPVN) or Open Pore Charcoal Gray (OPCG)
• Included: Deluxe soft-side case

The combination of premium Nordstrand pickups and MarkBass preamp delivers exceptional tonal versatility from vintage warmth to modern punch, while the roasted maple neck provides superior stability and resonance. With its lightweight design, premium components, and professional sound, the GB Modern offers bassists the perfect balance of comfort, performance, and style.