Furch Bc 61-CM 5 – Premium 5-String Acoustic Bass Guitar

Solid Wood Construction for Superior Tone

The Furch Bc 61-CM 5 is an exceptional five-string acoustic-electric bass guitar, carefully crafted from solid western red cedar (top) and African mahogany (back and sides). The combination of these tonewoods provides rich warmth, deep lows, and balanced midrange clarity.

Designed with Furch’s proprietary soundboard bracing and an unconventional soundhole, this bass delivers enhanced low-end response and exceptional projection, making it ideal for both studio recordings and live performances.

Key Features

• Premium Solid-Wood Construction – AA-grade western red cedar top & AA-grade African mahogany back/sides
• Optimized Acoustic Design – Furch’s proprietary soundboard bracing enhances bass response and resonance
• Exceptional Playability – Ergonomic Furch Bass D neck profile, smooth open-pore finish, and comfortable 33 7/8” scale length
• Professional Electronics – Equipped with LR Baggs Element Active System for natural, dynamic amplified tone
• Elegant Aesthetics – Features faux tortoise binding, ebony fingerboard & bridge, and mother-of-pearl side inlays

Detailed Technical Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: Bc (Bass)
• Neck-to-Body Joint: 15th fret
• Top Material: Solid AA Western Red Cedar
• Back & Sides: Solid AA African Mahogany
• Binding: Faux Tortoise
• Bridge: Ebony
• Bridge String Spacing: 2 13/16”
• Top Finish: Open-Pore Finish
• Back & Sides Finish: Open-Pore Finish

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: African Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Furch Bass D
• Neck Reinforcement: CNR System with dual-action truss rod
• Scale Length: 33 7/8” (860 mm)
• Nut Width: 1 3/4” (45 mm)
• Nut String Spacing: 1 1/2” (38 mm)
• Nut & Zero Fret Material: Black TUSQ
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 15 3/4” (400 mm)
• Fingerboard Inlays: White Pearl Position Dots (Side)
• Fret Finish: Brushed
• Headstock Overlay: Ebony
• Headstock Finish: Open-Pore Finish
• Neck Finish: Open-Pore Finish with Antibacterial Additive

Hardware & Strings

• Machine Heads: Furch Machine Black Chrome (1:18 gear ratio)
• Bridge Saddle: Black TUSQ
• Strings:
  • Elixir Bass Nickel Plated Steel Nanoweb 45-130

Electronics

• Pickup System: LR Baggs Element Active System – Volume & Tone Control

Perfect for Every Bassist

Whether you're an acoustic bassist, session musician, or singer-songwriter, the Furch Bc 61-CM 5 delivers full, natural tone with deep bass response.

✅ Acoustic Performers – Full, warm tone with deep lows and clarity
✅ Live Musicians – LR Baggs Element Active System for professional amplified sound
✅ Studio Bassists – Rich harmonics, sustain, and dynamic response

Conclusion

The Furch Bc 61-CM 5 is a high-end five-string acoustic-electric bass guitar, built from carefully selected tonewoods for deep, resonant bass tones. With premium construction, a powerful pickup system, and elegant aesthetics, this Furch bass is an excellent choice for discerning musicians who demand the best in acoustic bass performance.