If you haven’t tried a Cort bass or guitar, you’re missing out, seriously. They’re one of those hidden gems where the feel, the sound, and the build quality all come together, but without the hefty price tag. You get this pro-level vibe from them that makes you wonder how they keep it so affordable.
Cort’s been in the game for over 50 years, and it shows. They know what musicians actually want, and they’re focused on making basses that 'just work' for players. The necks feel great, the action is smooth, and they’re solid instruments that are ready for gigs, rehearsals, recording—whatever you throw at them. The sound is versatile too; you can dial in a punchy midrange or go for a deep, warm low end, and it all sounds full and rich.
Here’s the cool part: Cort has teamed up with some of the best minds in the business. People like Greg Curbow and Ned Steinberger have worked with them, so you’re getting designs that come from people who live and breathe bass. And more recently, even Matthew Bellamy from Muse has been in on some of their projects. It’s clear they put real thought into making instruments that feel good and sound great.
And maybe you didn’t know this, but Cort actually produces instruments for big names like Ibanez, PRS, and Squier. If you’ve played a PRS SE or an Ibanez, you’ve already had a taste of their quality. They’ve been behind the scenes making amazing instruments for years, without the flashy branding or hype.
Cort owns their our own factories, and between all of our production facilities, they produce more than one million guitars per year.