Ortega D8CE-5 Deep Series 8 5-String Akustikbass

Ortega D8CE-5 Deep Series 8 5-String Akustikbass Product Details

Description

Ortega D8CE-5 Deep Series 8 Acoustic Bass 5-String: Elegance and sound in perfection

The Ortega D8CE-5 Deep Series 8 Acoustic Bass offers an excellent combination of design, sound and functionality. As a 5-string acoustic bass, it is aimed at discerning musicians who are looking for a versatile and high-quality instrument. With a high-gloss spruce top, Sapele back and sides and the innovative MagusPRO pickup system, this bass meets the requirements for stage, studio and rehearsal room alike.

Ortega: craftsmanship and innovation

For decades, Ortega has stood for first-class musical instruments made with attention to detail and innovative technology. The Deep Series 8 combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technologies to create acoustic basses that not only look good, but also sound great. The D8CE-5 offers impressive performance and expands the possibilities for bassists with its 5-string design.

High-quality materials for a balanced sound

The laminated spruce top of the D8CE-5 ensures clear sound projection, while the back and sides made of high-gloss lacquered Sapele give the sound warmth and depth. The mahogany neck with a smooth high-gloss finish offers comfortable playability and a stable foundation for precise playing. The walnut fingerboard and bridge round off the tonal balance of this instrument.

With a scale length of 812 mm (32") and a nut width of 45 mm, the bass offers comfortable access to all 22 frets. The 5 strings are arranged in the tuning G-D-A-E-B and allow an extended tonal range, ideal for different styles of music.

Design and aesthetics

The Ortega D8CE-5 impresses with its elegant high-gloss finish on the top, back, sides and neck. The cutaway design makes it easier to access the higher registers, while the white ABS binding on the body and fingerboard gives the bass a classy touch. The custom headstock with a black satin finish and the gold-colored diecast tuners complete the high-quality appearance.

The rosette bears the Ortega Family Signature, a trademark for quality and design. The dot fingerboard inlays provide clear orientation, while the acoustic bass bridge is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional.

Electronics and hardware

Equipped with the Ortega MagusPRO/B pickup system, the D8CE-5 offers impressive sound reproduction. This system allows easy adjustment of volume and tone for live performances and studio recordings. The gold-colored diecast tuners guarantee stable tuning, while the 2-way truss rod offers additional flexibility for individual adjustments.

Recommended purchase

The Ortega D8CE-5 Deep Series 8 Acoustic Bass is an excellent choice for bassists looking for an elegant, powerful and versatile instrument. With its high-quality workmanship, extended range and professional pickup system, it is suitable for a variety of musical genres and applications. Whether in the studio, on stage or in the rehearsal room - this bass always delivers an impressive performance and a tonal brilliance that inspires.

Features:

• Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
• Scale length: 812 mm (32")
• Body shape: Cutaway
• Top: Laminated spruce
• Back/Sides: High-gloss lacquered Sapele
• Neck: Mahogany with high-gloss finish
• Headstock: Custom, black satin
• Fingerboard: Walnut
• Fretboard binding: ABS white
• Fingerboard inlays: Dot inlays
• Bridge: Walnut
• Body binding: ABS
• Frets: 22
• Number of strings: 5 (Tuning: G-D-A-E-B)
• String type: Ortega ABP-5
• Nut: PPS
• Pickup system: Ortega MagusPRO/B
• Machine heads: Gold Diecast
• Soundhole rosette: Ortega Family Signature