Jackson Guitars Pro Series Spectra Bass SBA V, Caramelized Jatoba Fingerboard - Blue Burst
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Starting with style, the all-new Pro Series Spectra Bass SBP V features a unique multi-laminate poplar burl/walnut/maple/walnut/mahogany body wrapped in an elegant Transparent Cherry Burst finish, complete with a unique 3x2 colour matched headstock with an understated "J" logo and black hardware.
The offset Spectra Bass body style was also innovatively designed with the professional musician in mind, featuring a larger upper horn that evenly distributes weight throughout the instrument for perfect balance and playing comfort. The through-body five-piece maple/walnut/maple/walnut/maple with graphite reinforcement ensures ultimate stability and formidable sustain, while the speed neck contour and 12"-16" compound radius caramelized jatoba fingerboard with 24 frets and oval dark pearl inlays offer superior playability.
The Pro SBP V provides a full-sonic spectrum for even the most versatile and progressive bassists. Featuring alnico V magnets, the Nordstrand SB5 single-coil soapbar bridge and neck pickups deliver an all-around pulverizing and striking sound with brighter, cleaner and punchier characteristics. Wide-ranging tonal command comes from a three-band active EQ, two-way toggle switch to bypass or engage active circuit for the 3-band EQ, blend control and volume control. The two-way toggle switch eliminates the risk of losing sound due to a dead battery by bypassing the active circuit and making it easy to regain sound from the bass without the use of battery power. An additional three-way toggle switch dials in a specific mid-frequency range for even more pinpoint tonal control.
This five-string, 35"-scale bass also features a Jackson Single-String hardtail bridge that enhances individual note attack and improves sustain.
Features
• 35"-scale, five-string bass
• Multi-laminate poplar burl/walnut/maple/walnut/mahogany body
• Through-body five-piece maple/walnut/maple/walnut/maple with graphite reinforcement and satin back finish
• 12"-16" compound radius caramelized jatoba fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and oval dark pearl inlays
• Nordstrand SB5-B/SB5-N bridge and neck pickups
• Volume control, blend control, 3-band EQ (active only), two-way toggle switch (active/passive options) and three-way toggle switch (variable mid-frequency)
• Jackson Single-String hardtail bridge
• Dunlop dual-locking strap buttons and Jackson sealed die-cast tuners
• Available in Transparent Cherry Burst with unique 3x2 colour matched headstock with "J" logo and black hardware
Specifications
SERIES: Pro
BODY SHAPE: Spectra
BODY WOOD: Multi-Laminate: Poplar Burl/Walnut/Maple/Walnut/Mahogany
BODY FINISH: Satin
HEADSTOCK: Unique Jackson® 3x2 (3 Over/ 2 Under)
NECK: 5-Piece Maple/Walnut/Maple/Walnut/Maple
NECK FINISH: Satin
NUT WIDTH: 1.75" (44.45 mm)
FINGERBOARD: Caramelized Jatoba
FRETS: 24, Jumbo
POSITION INLAYS: Oval Dark Pearl
SCALE LENGTH: 35" (889 mm)
BRIDGE: Jackson® Single-String Hardtail
TUNING MACHINES: Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast
STRINGS: Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.130 Gauges)
PICKUP CONFIGURATION: Dual Soapbar
PICKUPS:
Bridge: Nordstrand® SB5-B
Neck: Nordstrand® SB5-N
CONTROLS: Volume, Blend, 3-Band EQ (Active Only)
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