Cort KX500 Electric Guitar - Etched Black
The Cort KX500 Etched Black is the flagship 6-string model of the KX Series, designed for players who want uncompromising tone, premium materials, and stage-ready aesthetics. Taking inspiration from the multi-scale KX508MS and KX500MS, it delivers the same high-end build quality in a conventional setup that appeals to modern players across genres such as prog, djent, rock, and fusion.
Its mahogany body topped with exotic ash burl creates a stunning three-dimensional “etched” look while producing a balanced tone with warmth, punch, and clarity. The 5-piece maple and purpleheart neck, paired with a Macassar ebony fingerboard, ensures stability and smooth playability with fast response.
The guitar is powered by Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbuckers, providing multiple voicings that cover everything from tight, aggressive distortion to glassy cleans. With push/pull controls on both the volume and tone knobs, along with a 3-way selector, players can seamlessly shift between voicings and coil-split modes for unmatched versatility. Combined with Cort® locking tuners and a string-thru hardtail bridge, the KX500 offers exceptional tuning stability and sustain, built to handle demanding live performances.
Features
- Exotic ash burl top on mahogany body for a unique, etched look and balanced tone
- Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbuckers with multiple voices for maximum versatility
- Push/pull volume and tone knobs for voice switching and coil-split options
- 5-piece maple & purpleheart neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard for stability and smooth playability
- Hardtail string-thru bridge for rock-solid sustain and tuning reliability
- Cort® locking tuners for fast and accurate tuning
- 24 medium-jumbo frets and modern D-shaped neck for fast, comfortable play
- Matte open-pore finish enhances natural resonance and premium feel
Specs
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Top Material | Ash Burl |
| Scale Length | 25.5″ (648mm) |
| Neck Material | Maple & Purpleheart (5-ply Laminated) |
| Neck Shape | D Shape |
| Neck Thickness | 1F: 19.5mm / 12F: 21.5mm |
| Fingerboard Material | Macassar Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 15.75″ (R400) |
| Number of Frets | 24 |
| Fret Type | Medium Jumbo (2.7×1.1), Nickel Silver |
| Inlay | Tear Drop with White Side Dots |
| Nut Material | Black PPS |
| Nut Width | 1 11/16″ (43mm) |
| Truss Rod | Two-way Adjustable with Spoke-nut |
| Tuning Machines | Cort® Locking Tuners |
| Bridge | Hardtail Bridge with String-Thru Body |
| Configuration | HH |
| Pickups | Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbucker Set |
| Electronics | 1-Volume (Push/Pull), 1-Tone (Push/Pull), 3-Way Switch |
| Hardware | Black Nickel |
| Strings | D’Addario® EXL110 (.010–.046) |
| Neck Finish | Matte |
| Body Finish | Matte (Open Pore) |
| Colors | Etched Black (EBK), Etched Deep Violet (EDV) |
| Special Features | Push/Pull Volume: Voice 1/Voice 2; Push/Pull Tone: Humbucker/Coil-Split |
| Case/Bag | Not Included |
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Description
The Cort KX500 Etched Black is the flagship 6-string model of the KX Series, designed for players who want uncompromising tone, premium materials, and stage-ready aesthetics. Taking inspiration from the multi-scale KX508MS and KX500MS, it delivers the same high-end build quality in a conventional setup that appeals to modern players across genres such as prog, djent, rock, and fusion.
Its mahogany body topped with exotic ash burl creates a stunning three-dimensional “etched” look while producing a balanced tone with warmth, punch, and clarity. The 5-piece maple and purpleheart neck, paired with a Macassar ebony fingerboard, ensures stability and smooth playability with fast response.
The guitar is powered by Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbuckers, providing multiple voicings that cover everything from tight, aggressive distortion to glassy cleans. With push/pull controls on both the volume and tone knobs, along with a 3-way selector, players can seamlessly shift between voicings and coil-split modes for unmatched versatility. Combined with Cort® locking tuners and a string-thru hardtail bridge, the KX500 offers exceptional tuning stability and sustain, built to handle demanding live performances.
Features
- Exotic ash burl top on mahogany body for a unique, etched look and balanced tone
- Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbuckers with multiple voices for maximum versatility
- Push/pull volume and tone knobs for voice switching and coil-split options
- 5-piece maple & purpleheart neck with Macassar ebony fingerboard for stability and smooth playability
- Hardtail string-thru bridge for rock-solid sustain and tuning reliability
- Cort® locking tuners for fast and accurate tuning
- 24 medium-jumbo frets and modern D-shaped neck for fast, comfortable play
- Matte open-pore finish enhances natural resonance and premium feel
Specs
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Top Material | Ash Burl |
| Scale Length | 25.5″ (648mm) |
| Neck Material | Maple & Purpleheart (5-ply Laminated) |
| Neck Shape | D Shape |
| Neck Thickness | 1F: 19.5mm / 12F: 21.5mm |
| Fingerboard Material | Macassar Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | 15.75″ (R400) |
| Number of Frets | 24 |
| Fret Type | Medium Jumbo (2.7×1.1), Nickel Silver |
| Inlay | Tear Drop with White Side Dots |
| Nut Material | Black PPS |
| Nut Width | 1 11/16″ (43mm) |
| Truss Rod | Two-way Adjustable with Spoke-nut |
| Tuning Machines | Cort® Locking Tuners |
| Bridge | Hardtail Bridge with String-Thru Body |
| Configuration | HH |
| Pickups | Fishman® Fluence Modern Humbucker Set |
| Electronics | 1-Volume (Push/Pull), 1-Tone (Push/Pull), 3-Way Switch |
| Hardware | Black Nickel |
| Strings | D’Addario® EXL110 (.010–.046) |
| Neck Finish | Matte |
| Body Finish | Matte (Open Pore) |
| Colors | Etched Black (EBK), Etched Deep Violet (EDV) |
| Special Features | Push/Pull Volume: Voice 1/Voice 2; Push/Pull Tone: Humbucker/Coil-Split |
| Case/Bag | Not Included |
