MTD Kingston ZX5 fretless Electric Bass. SatinFigured MapleDeep Cherry BurstLined Ebony Fingerboard. Bartolini soap bar pickups. Active/passive
$2,279.00
In stock
SKU
MTD-KZX5EBDCBV2
Brand New. Not available for curbside pickup. Online orders only.
The MTD Kingston ZX5 Fretless is a high-end 5-string bass, designed for serious players seeking boutique-level craftsmanship, exceptional tone, and superior playability. Featuring a carved mahogany body with a stunning figured maple top, this bass delivers deep, resonant warmth with focused articulation. The lined ebony fingerboard ensures smooth glissando, expressive vibrato, and effortless phrasing, making it a perfect choice for jazz, fusion, progressive rock, and expressive solo work.
Hand-installed custom Bartolini pickups and preamp provide powerful, dynamic tone with incredible clarity, while the asymmetrical maple neck offers enhanced ergonomics and effortless navigation. Equipped with carbon fiber support rods for stability, an MTD quick-release bridge, and Hipshot-licensed smoked chrome tuners, the ZX5 Fretless is built to perform at the highest level.
Features
- 5-string fretless bass with a 35” scale length for enhanced sustain, articulation, and clarity.
- Carved mahogany body with a figured maple top for warmth, depth, and premium aesthetics.
- Lined ebony fretboard for smooth, expressive playability.
- Custom Bartolini soap bar pickups and preamp (hand-installed in the U.S.) for a wide tonal range.
- Active 3-band EQ with volume, pickup pan, treble, mid, and bass controls for precise tone shaping.
- Asymmetrical carved maple neck with carbon fiber support rods for optimal comfort and structural integrity.
- MTD quick-release bridge (19mm spacing) in smoked chrome for superior string alignment and easy adjustments.
- Licensed Hipshot tuners (smoked chrome) for smooth, accurate tuning.
- Favored ergonomic design for effortless playability and balance.
Unmatched Tonal Flexibility
The MTD Kingston ZX5 Fretless is equipped with custom Bartolini pickups and a hand-installed preamp, delivering deep, punchy lows, warm and detailed mids, and articulate highs. The active 3-band EQ allows players to fine-tune their sound with precision, making it easy to craft everything from warm, vintage-inspired blues tones to crisp, modern fretless leads. The pickup placement, string spacing, and low action make slap techniques effortless, while the lined fretless fingerboard ensures smooth, fluid transitions across the entire range.
Specifications
General
- Model Name: MTD Kingston ZX5 Fretless
- Finish: Natural Gloss
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Country of Origin: China
Neck
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Shape: Asymmetrical C (Thicker on Bass Side, Thinner on Treble Side)
- Neck Joint: Bolt-On
- Fingerboard Material: Lined Ebony (Fretless)
- Fingerboard Radius: 16”
- Scale Length: 35”
- Inlays: Side Dot Markers
- Reinforcement: Carbon Fiber Support Rods
Body
- Body Material: Carved Mahogany
- Top Material: Figured Maple
- Body Finish: Natural Gloss
- Cutaway: Double Cutaway
Electronics
- Pickups: Custom Bartolini Soap Bar Pickups (Hand-Installed in the U.S.)
- Electronics: Active 9V System
- Preamp: 3-Band Active EQ
Controls:
- Master Volume
- Pickup Pan
- Treble
- Mid
- Bass
Hardware
- Bridge: MTD Quick Release, 19mm Spacing (Smoked Chrome)
- Tuning Machines: Licensed Hipshot Tuners (Smoked Chrome)
- Hardware Color: Smoked Chrome
Other
- Pickguard: None
- Case/Gig Bag: Sold Separately
- Total Length: 47”
- Weight: Approx. 8 lbs
The MTD Kingston ZX5 Fretless is a premium-quality instrument, designed for serious bassists who seek expressive fretless capabilities, powerful electronics, and top-tier craftsmanship. Whether you're laying down smooth jazz grooves, crafting intricate melodies, or exploring dynamic fretless textures, this bass delivers unmatched depth, articulation, and musicality.