Punchy, warm, and full of character — this short-scale bass delivers tone that plays as smooth as it sounds. The GB-Short Scale blends comfort, color, and versatility with a roasted maple neck, punchy humbucker, and Markbass® preamp that lets you dial in everything from smooth funk to gritty rock.

Shorter Scale, Bigger Sound

A 30″ scale length delivers a punchy, warm tone while reducing finger stretch, improving comfort, and providing lower string tension for an easier reach—ideal for smaller hands or players seeking a smoother playing experience.

Vintage Shape, Modern Flair

A classic offset body, eye-catching finishes, and vintage-style hardware make this bass look as good as it plays.

Short scale comfort

The 30″ scale makes this bass an absolute joy to play, giving you lower string tension, an easier reach, and a smoother overall feel. If you’re moving up from guitar, have smaller hands, or just prefer a more relaxed playing style, you’ll immediately notice how approachable it is. Even with its shorter scale, the bass still maintains a strong, punchy response that sits confidently in any mix.

Roasted maple feel

The roasted maple neck and fretboard give you a noticeably stable and refined playing surface. Roasting removes excess moisture from the wood, improving durability and giving the neck a sleek, fast-moving character you’ll appreciate during long sessions. Combined with a gentle C-shape profile and matte finish, it’s a neck that feels familiar from the first moment you pick it up.

Powersound humbucker versatility

The Powersound humbucker brings the best of both worlds: warm rounded lows and bright, defined highs. Whether you’re playing smooth soul lines or need a more aggressive edge for rock, this pickup responds with clarity and authority. Its voicing suits a wide range of genres, making it ideal for players who want a single-pickup bass that doesn’t compromise on flexibility.

Markbass MB-1 tone shaping

The onboard Markbass MB-1 preamp adds serious tonal control, letting you tailor your sound with bass, middle, and treble adjustments. The three-way pickup function selector opens up even more tonal combinations, allowing series, split, and parallel styles of response from the humbucker. It’s a powerful system that ensures your tone stays articulate, expressive, and ready for the stage or studio.

Specifications

• Product Name: Cort GB Short Scale Bass, Forest Green
• Product Code: GB-Short-Scale-FGR

Body

• Body Material: Poplar
• Body Finish: Gloss

Neck & Fretboard

• Construction: Bolt-On
• Scale Length:30″ (762mm)>
• Neck Material: Roasted Maple
• Neck Shape: C Shape
• Neck Thickness: 1F: 20.3mm, 12F: 22.9mm
• Neck Finish: Matte
• Fingerboard Material: Roasted Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 15.75″ (R400)
• Number of Frets: 22 Medium-Jumbo (2.7×1.1), Nickel Silver
• Inlay: Black Dots with Black Side Dots
• Nut Material: PPS
• Nut Width: 1 1/2″ (38mm)
• Truss Rod: Two-way Adjustable

Hardware & Electronics

• Tuning Machines: Open Gear Tuners
• Bridge: Vintage Style
• Pickups: Cort Powersound Humbucker
• Electronics: Markbass MB-1 Preamp
• Controls: 1 x Volume, 3-Band EQ, 3-Way Pickup Function Selector
• Hardware: Chrome
• String Gauge: .045 .065 .085 .105