Cort Action PJ

The Korean company Cort does not have a clearly defined "branded" model, but its instruments are recognizable, both in appearance and in the quality of the finish. The Action PJ model is one of the many representatives of low-cost lines that have managed to gain considerable popularity.

Application versatility

Despite the fact that the model is aimed at beginner musicians with a small purchase low-cost, it does not deserve a negative attitude at all, on the contrary, numerous reviews show that it can be successfully used in different styles and directions of music. Rock, metal, jazz, blues — Action PJ fits equally well into any genre mix.

Quite satisfactory results of its connection variations are also noted: whether it is a “line”, a transistor or tube amplifier, picking up sound with a microphone or wired switching, the sound of the guitar is not lost, and clearly shows itself in any conditions.

Construction and sound

The model is equipped with two pickups: bridge J and P in the middle position. Actually, the very name of the instrument already tells us about it, as well as the solid poplar body, made in the form of jazz bass. Despite the lightness of the wood used, the guitar is built very solidly and reliably, as, indeed, all Cort instruments. Poplar adds clarity to the sound with a predominance of mids, and the “bolted” connection of the maple neck with the rosewood fingerboard traditionally gives the attack sharpness, although at the expense of sustain.

Separately, I would like to highlight the matte finish with an open pore. It looks very stylish, pleasant to the touch, resistant to abrasion, and with light blows, the paint does not crack or peel off.

Settings

In addition to the tone control, there are two potentiometers, each of which is responsible for the volume of its pickup. This allows you to change the sound as you play for more tonal coloring. The die-cast tuning heads work smoothly and hold the line well. All fittings are chrome-plated and against the background of three body colours: black, red and burgundy, it looks quite stylish.

The Cort Action PJ model is a well-balanced instrument for entry-level playing in any style, well balanced in terms of price, quality and appearance. Due to the low-cost orientation, it is not completed with a case and a strap, and it is better to immediately replace the basic set of strings with something more expensive.