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Explore 5-string Bass Guitars at Sweetwater


Like you, we’re big fans of deep bass. Sweetwater’s massive selection of 5-string basses may seem daunting at first, but with longtime favorites like the Jazz Bass V and StingRay 5, plus dozens more modern and old-school body styles to choose from, you’ll find a comfortable instrument that fits your style and your budget.


New to 5-string bass? Our bass guitar tuning guide has everything you need to lock in your low B, fast.


Choosing the Right Tonewoods for Your 5-String Bass


Sweetwater carries 5-string basses in a wide variety of body materials. Our selection includes beloved classics like mahogany, ash, and maple, along with less traditional options such as wenge, box elder burl, and others. The same goes for neck and fingerboard woods. Whether you’re into conventional favorites like maple and rosewood or modern classics like bubinga and Richlite, your hands will have no problem finding something to grab onto.


Customizing Your Tone & Feel with Pickups, Preamps, and More


Drawn to the single-coil growl of a Fender 5 string bass or the humbucking punch of an Ibanez 5 string bass? Sweetwater gives you your choice of pickup and preamp configurations, including active, passive, and hybrid setups. Many models also offer a variety of nut widths, string spacings, fret counts, and scale lengths (including traditional 34-inch and longer 35-inch extended scales).


Finish Options for Right- and Left-handed 5-String Bass Guitars


While there’s some debate around how much a finish affects tone, what’s not debatable is that your new 5-string will look the part. We offer basses in a range of body finishes, including urethane, lacquer, gloss, satin, and more. And if you’re a lefty, don’t fret. We have left-handed 5-string bass guitars for you, too.


Need Help Choosing a 5 String Bass Guitar? Sweetwater Has You Covered


No matter if you’re looking for a 5-string take on a vintage classic or an ergonomic multi-scale for metal, prog, and gospel, you’ll find the look and feel that fits you at Sweetwater. Many models come loaded with gig-ready features like active electronics, onboard EQ, and pickup blend controls to give you plenty of control over your low-end tone.


Ready to embark on the ultimate tone quest but need a little help finding the trailhead? We’re happy to be your guide. Give us a call, and let’s talk instruments. Our Sales Engineers know basses and can help you navigate the ocean of features and characteristics. We’ll help you zero in on what’s important to you in a 5-string bass guitar and get an axe into your hands so you can get back to Job One: making music.

Why shop 5-string Bass Guitars at Sweetwater.com?


With a massive selection of 5-string Bass Guitars, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about 5-string Bass Guitars, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.