BartoliniMK5CBC-B 5-String, MK Soapbar, Classic Bass, Dual Coil, Neck Position
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Bartolini’s MK5CBC-B is a passive, dual-coil Classic Bass soapbar for the neck position of a 5-string bass. Its voice is described as rich and deep, with high-end clarity and warmth; it responds with growl when played hard, then stays clear and sweet at lower intensity. The pickup is designed to work with the current electronics in most basses, making it a focused neck-position option without a larger upgrade project.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Five-string bass parts in progressive, jazz, gospel, or metal where articulation is critical.
- Players seeking a neck-position pickup that retains low end with clear upper detail.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Installations requiring the bridge-position -T version instead of this neck-position -B model.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that you need the neck-position -B version; Bartolini also offers a bridge-position -T version.
- 02The pickup is passive and is designed to work with current electronics in most basses.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the MK5CBC-B passive?
Yes. It is a passive pickup designed to work with the current electronics in most basses.
02Is this the neck or bridge model?
It is the neck-position -B model. The bridge-position version is identified as -T.
