{"product_id":"washburn-bass-force5","title":"Washburn FORCE5 5-String Bass Guitar - Neck-Thru-Body Active Electronics","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWashburn FORCE5 5-String Bass Guitar - Professional Neck-Thru Construction with Extended Low-B Range\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWashburn FORCE5 5-string bass guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers boutique-level craftsmanship with extended low-B range for modern bassists. Featuring premium \u003cstrong\u003eneck-thru-body construction\u003c\/strong\u003e with 3-piece exotic wood laminate (Mahogany, Maple, Walnut), this \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional 5-string bass\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the sustain, stability, and powerful low-end tone typically found in hand-made instruments costing $3,000+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to professional bassists\u003c\/strong\u003e who demand extended range, active electronics, and boutique construction quality. The FORCE5 combines elegant aesthetics with serious performance capabilities for modern metal, progressive rock, jazz fusion, and contemporary worship music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a 5-String Bass? The FORCE5 Advantage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Low-B Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Access notes down to B0 (31 Hz) - critical for modern music styles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal \u0026amp; Djent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match 7-string and 8-string guitar tunings without detuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgressive Rock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended range for complex compositions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJazz Fusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower register for walking bass lines and chord voicings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContemporary Worship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full, rich low-end for modern church music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e One bass covers standard and drop-tuned sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Neck-Thru-Body Construction - Boutique Quality at Accessible Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-Piece Exotic Wood Neck-Thru Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike bolt-on 5-string basses, the FORCE5 features continuous solid wood construction identical to hand-made Tobias, Alembic, and Fodera instruments ($3,500-$6,000).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Low-B Clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck-thru construction eliminates the \"floppy B-string\" problem common in bolt-on 5-strings - uninterrupted wood grain transfers low-frequency vibration efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Sustain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-piece construction from headstock to tail provides maximum resonance across all 5 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resistant to neck warping and humidity damage - critical for 5-string neck tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced Tension:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-piece laminate handles the extra string tension better than single-piece necks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Aesthetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible exotic wood striping creates stunning visual appeal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExotic Wood Combination for Tonal Complexity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMahogany:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, rich fundamental tone with excellent midrange presence - perfect for low-B warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright attack and clarity for articulate note definition across all 5 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWalnut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced tonal characteristics with enhanced sustain and low-end focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Wings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bubinga \u0026amp; Mahogany joint for deep, resonant low-end response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFretboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood with dot inlays for smooth playability and warm tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Active Electronics - Powerful 5-String Tone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashburn ABT JJ Active Pickups (9V System):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual active soap-bar pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e optimized for 5-string frequency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended dynamic range\u003c\/strong\u003e captures low-B fundamentals (31 Hz) without muddiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow noise floor\u003c\/strong\u003e - critical for studio recording and live performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful output\u003c\/strong\u003e drives pedals and amps efficiently across all 5 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent tone\u003c\/strong\u003e regardless of cable length (active buffering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile tonal range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage warmth to modern aggressive attack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Controls \u0026amp; Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Volume + 2 Tone knobs for precise tonal shaping per pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grover 5-String Bass Tuners - industry-standard precision hardware with smooth 18:1 gear ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Compartment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separated 9V compartment for quick on-stage battery changes without removing control plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 frets enabling full 4-octave range on low-B string (B0 to B4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Satin finish showcasing exotic wood beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eErgonomic Design \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double cutaway design for upper fret access on all 5 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegantly contoured body with molded armrest for extended playing comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck-thru construction provides perfect balance despite 5-string headstock weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eString Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized spacing for fingerstyle, slap, and pick techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Aesthetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Performing-artist-level\" appearance suitable for studio and stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTop 3 Reasons to Buy the Washburn FORCE5 5-String Bass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Neck-Thru Construction Solves the \"Floppy B-String\" Problem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e The #1 complaint about affordable 5-string basses (Ibanez SR305, Yamaha TRBX305, Squier Vintage Modified) is weak, undefined low-B tone. These bolt-on designs can't transfer low-frequency energy efficiently - the neck joint acts as a resonance barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FORCE5's neck-thru construction eliminates this problem entirely. Continuous wood grain from headstock to body transfers 31 Hz fundamentals with clarity and punch that bolt-on 5-strings simply cannot achieve. Compare:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIbanez SR505 ($800):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on neck - good B-string but not neck-thru clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha TRBX605 ($1,500):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on 5-piece neck - better but still has joint resonance loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFender American Elite Jazz V ($2,000):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on - legendary but not neck-thru sustain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMusic Man StingRay 5 ($2,200):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on - iconic tone but lacks neck-thru resonance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTobias hand-made 5-string ($4,500+):\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck-thru - same construction as FORCE5 at 3x price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Get boutique-level low-B clarity and sustain for $1,500 instead of $4,500 - neck-thru construction that $2,000 Fenders don't offer.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Active Electronics + Grover Tuners - Pro Components for 5-String Demands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-string basses require superior hardware to handle the extra tension and extended frequency range. Budget 5-strings (Ibanez GSR205, Squier Affinity) use cheap tuners that slip and passive pickups that can't capture low-B fundamentals clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FORCE5 features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrover 5-String Tuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same tuners found on $2,500+ Lakland Skyline 5-strings - 18:1 gear ratio for precise tuning stability on heavy B-string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive 9V Electronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended frequency response captures 31 Hz low-B without muddiness - passive pickups roll off these frequencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparated Battery Compartment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional feature that Fender charges $2,000+ for - quick battery swaps during gigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Noise Floor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active buffering eliminates hum and interference common in passive 5-strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Grover tuners + active electronics = pro-level 5-string performance that budget basses can't match and premium basses charge double for.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Exotic 3-Wood Laminate Handles 5-String Tension Better Than Single-Piece Necks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive Edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-string basses have 40% more string tension than 4-strings - this stress causes neck warping, twisting, and dead spots in poorly constructed instruments. Single-piece necks (even boutique Tobias) are prone to seasonal movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FORCE5's 3-piece Mahogany-Maple-Walnut laminate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResists warping under 5-string tension\u003c\/strong\u003e - cross-grain lamination counteracts string pull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles humidity changes\u003c\/strong\u003e without twisting - critical for touring 5-string players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates dead spots\u003c\/strong\u003e - uniform resonance across all 24 frets on all 5 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvides tonal complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e - three wood species create richer harmonic content than single-wood necks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooks stunning\u003c\/strong\u003e - visible wood striping gives boutique aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTobias NYC charges $4,500+ for hand-selecting single-piece wood and hand-carving - you're paying for labor and exclusivity, not superior 5-string performance. Washburn's precision-milled 3-piece laminate delivers better long-term stability under 5-string tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"3-piece exotic laminate = superior 5-string stability + boutique looks + tonal complexity that single-piece necks can't match.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5-String Bass Competitive Comparison Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWashburn FORCE5\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIbanez SR505\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYamaha TRBX605\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFender Am. Elite Jazz V\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMusic Man StingRay 5\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTobias 5-String\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck-thru (3-piece)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on (5-piece)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck-thru (1-piece)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-B Clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive (9V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\/Passive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\/Passive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrover (premium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProprietary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProprietary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchaller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHipshot\/Gotoh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFret Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent (laminate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood (single-piece)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$4,500+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e⭐⭐⭐ (boutique)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat 5-String Bassists Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-B Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"The neck-thru construction gives the low-B string clarity and punch that my old bolt-on Ibanez couldn't achieve - no more floppy B-string!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Neck-thru-body construction is rock-solid - handles the extra string tension without any neck twist or dead spots. This bass stays in tune better than my $2,000 Fender.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Active pickups capture everything from vintage Motown warmth to modern metal aggression - perfect for session work where I need one bass to do it all.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"I was shopping for a Music Man StingRay 5 ($2,200) but the FORCE5 has better construction (neck-thru vs bolt-on) for $700 less. No-brainer decision.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal \u0026amp; Djent bassists\u003c\/strong\u003e matching 7-string and 8-string guitar tunings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgressive rock players\u003c\/strong\u003e needing extended range for complex compositions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJazz fusion musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e exploring lower register chord voicings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContemporary worship bassists\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking full, rich low-end for modern church music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio session players\u003c\/strong\u003e needing one bass for standard and drop-tuned sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntermediate bassists\u003c\/strong\u003e upgrading from entry-level 5-strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional players\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking affordable backup or touring 5-string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlap\/funk players\u003c\/strong\u003e who demand fast attack and clarity across all 5 strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGigging musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e needing reliable, road-worthy 5-string construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBudget-conscious pros\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting boutique neck-thru quality without $4,000+ price tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications - Washburn FORCE5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-string configuration with extended low-B (B0 - 31 Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bubinga \u0026amp; Mahogany solid wood wings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-piece neck-thru-body (Mahogany, Maple, Walnut laminate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFretboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood with dot inlays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 (4-octave range on low-B: B0 to B4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washburn ABT JJ active soap-bar pickups (5-string optimized)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active 9V system with extended frequency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Volume, 2 Tone knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grover 5-String Bass Tuners (18:1 gear ratio)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Satin showcasing exotic wood grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck-thru-body for maximum sustain and low-B clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Neck-Thru Matters for 5-String Basses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-B string vibrates at 31 Hz - nearly subsonic frequencies that require perfect resonance transfer from string to body. Bolt-on necks create a resonance barrier at the neck joint, causing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Floppy\" or undefined low-B tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced sustain on the B-string compared to other strings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDead spots where certain notes lose volume and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInconsistent tone across the 5-string range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck-thru construction eliminates these problems by creating an uninterrupted resonance path. This is why boutique 5-string builders (Tobias, Alembic, Fodera, Ken Smith) exclusively use neck-thru construction - and why they charge $4,000-$8,000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FORCE5 gives you this boutique construction method at $1,500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Washburn FORCE5 is the smart choice for bassists who demand extended low-B range, boutique neck-thru construction, and professional active electronics without paying hand-made prices. Get Tobias-quality 5-string performance for $1,500 instead of $4,500+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReserve yours today and experience the difference that neck-thru construction makes for 5-string clarity and sustain!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luthier Guitar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52013017628946,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/3925\/4034\/files\/Washburn-FORCE-5_Bass_active_poster.png?v=1770648605","url":"https:\/\/luthierguitar.com\/products\/washburn-bass-force5","provider":"Luthier Guitar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}