Cort ELRICK NJS5 - White

Cort Elrick NJS5 Bass Guitar – Boutique Feel, Extended-Range Power

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The Cort Elrick NJS5 delivers boutique-inspired craftsmanship and extended-range clarity in a refined, stage-ready 5-string bass. Developed in collaboration with renowned luthier Rob Elrick, the NJS5 blends custom-shop design sensibilities with reliable, production-ready performance, making it an exceptional choice for modern bassists who demand versatility, comfort, and precision.

Built around a resonant alder body, the NJS5 produces a balanced, full-spectrum tone with tight low-end response and articulate mids—ideal for maintaining clarity on the low B string. A hard maple 3-ply laminated neck and matching fingerboard add snap and definition, while the signature Elrick Custom Profile ensures a fast, natural feel across the entire 35" scale length. The result is a bass that feels effortless to play, even during extended sessions.

At the core of its sound, the NJS5 features a specially voiced VTB-ST 5-string pickup set paired with the Bartolini® Elrick NJS Special preamp. With intuitive controls and a powerful 3-band EQ, this electronics package delivers everything from warm, vintage-inspired tones to clean studio articulation and aggressive modern attack. Finished with premium hardware and thoughtful details throughout, the Cort Elrick NJS5 is built to perform at the highest level.

Key Features

• Alder body for balanced tone and strong low-end clarity

• Hard maple 3-ply laminated neck for stability and snap

• 35" scale length for enhanced low-B definition

• Elrick Custom Profile neck for fast, comfortable playability

• VTB-ST 5-string pickups with Bartolini® Elrick NJS Special preamp

• 3-band EQ with blend control for wide tonal flexibility

• Hipshot® Ultralite tuners and MetalCraft M5 bridge

• Deluxe soft-side case included

Who is it For?

The Cort Elrick NJS5 is ideal for bassists who want boutique-level tone and feel in a reliable, professional instrument. Perfect for modern gospel, fusion, jazz, rock, and studio work, it suits players who rely on extended-range clarity, responsive dynamics, and tonal versatility. Whether on stage or in the studio, the NJS5 is built for musicians who expect precision, comfort, and premium performance from their bass.

Tech Specs

Body

• Construction: Bolt-On

• Body Material: Alder

• Top Material: None

• Body Finish: Gloss

• Colors: White (WH), Black (BK)

Neck

• Scale Length: 35″ (889mm)

• Neck Material: Hard Maple 3-ply Laminated

• Neck Shape: Elrick Custom Profile

• Neck Thickness: 1F: 21.8mm, 12F: 22.5mm

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Hard Maple 3-ply Laminated

• Fingerboard Radius: 12″ (R305)

• Number of Frets: 24 Frets

• Fret Type: Small (2.0×1.1), Nickel Silver

• Inlay: White Pearloid Block with Black Side Dots

Electronics

• Pickups: Voiced Tone VTB-ST 5-String Pickup Set

• Pre-Amp: Bartolini® Elrick NJS Special Preamp

• Controls: 1-Volume, 1-Blend, 3-Band EQ

Hardware

• Nut Material: Bone

• Nut Width: 1 7/8″ (48mm)

• Truss Rod: Two-way Adjustable

• Tuning Machines: Hipshot® Ultralite

• Bridge: MetalCraft M5 (String spacing: 18mm)

• Hardware: Chrome

• Strings: D’Addario® EXL170-5SL (.045 .065 .080 .100 .130)

• Accessories: Deluxe Soft-Side Case Included