Detail 01
5-string, low B
Five extra notes below standard E, and less position shifting since you can reach low notes without moving.
Product detailSKU #1278002525867
RogueLX205B 5-String Series III Electric Bass Guitar Metallic Blue
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Budget 5-string bass with a low B, in metallic blue. For students and beginners who need notes below E without spending much.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners in worship or modern rock needing a low B
- Students learning extended-range fingering from the start
- Backup five-string for rehearsal or practice space
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want a tight, articulate low B
- Beginners who'd learn faster on a four-string
- Small hands that struggle with a wide neck
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Basswood body
Light and tonally neutral. Even midrange, no strong low-end push, so the B reads soft rather than punchy.
Detail 03
Maple neck
Stiff and stable, which matters more on a five-string because of the added string tension.
Detail 04
Metallic finish
Thicker paint hides body-wood grain and minor blemishes, but shows swirl marks and fingerprints more than a matte finish.
Detail 05
Wider five-string nut
Broader neck and tighter string spacing. Thumb-over fretting and slap need more hand adjustment.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Budget for a setup; five-string necks need accurate relief and intonation.
- 02No amp, cable, strap or case included.
- 03Buy long-scale five-string sets when restringing, not four-string packs.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is this different from the red LX205B?
Only the finish. Same 5-string configuration, basswood body, maple neck and passive electronics at the same price.
02Is the low B usable at this price?
For practice and learning, yes. It'll be looser and less focused than the other strings. A good setup and a heavier B gauge help most.
03Should a first-time bassist buy a 5-string?
Only if the music you play needs the low B. A four-string is easier to learn on, and the top four strings are identical anyway.
04Does it need a battery?
No. Passive electronics, so there's no preamp and nothing to charge or replace.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsBody & build
- Body Material
- Basswood
- Color
- Blue
- Neck Wood
- Maple
