Fender American Ultra Jazz Bass V 5-String, Maple Fingerboard, Arctic Pearl

PLAYER'S PERSPECTIVE

We're stoked to bring you this Fender American Ultra Jazz Bass V! This one's in a fresh Arctic Pearl.

Elevating the J-Bass platform to new heights, this tasteful axe - adorned with high-end appointments like block inlays and binding on the maple fingerboard - features an intuitive new control layout with a redesigned preamp to allow you access to the finest of onboard tone-tweaking - and it looks awesome, as well!

As a spiritual successor to the "American Deluxe" series of past years, the Ultra J-Bass features a compound-radius fretboard, which makes high-register lead playing phenomenally comfortable, not to mention even easier laying down of tight rhythms and intricate grooves. The modern "D" neck profile fits your hand like a glove, making longer performances and sessions easier on your hands, and it's optimized nicely for the 5-string configuration. It feels effortless switching over from a 4.

The Ultra Noiseless Vintage pickups offer signature Jazz Bass tone with zero compromises, and have the bonus of being hum-free - no more frustration on the gig or in the studio. These pickups with the new preamp cranks out simply awesome bass tones, and the bevy of controls on tap, including a mode that even allows you to switch to passive operation, makes dialing in your perfect sound effortless.

Details

American Ultra is our most advanced series of guitars and basses for discerning players who demand the ultimate in precision, performance and tone. The American Ultra Jazz Bass V features a unique “Modern D” neck profile for hours of playing comfort, and the tapered neck heel allows easy access to the highest register. A speedy 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard with 21 medium-jumbo frets means effortless action, while the Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups and redesigned preamp provide endless tonal possibilities – without hum. The sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional. This versatile, state-of-the-art instrument will inspire you to push your playing to new heights.

Other features include “F”-stamped lightweight vintage-paddle tuning machines with tapered shafts, chrome hardware and bone nut. Includes premium molded hardshell case.

Features

• Alder or ash body with sculpted rear contours
• “Modern D”-shaped neck profile with Ultra satin finish
• Bound 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard; 21 medium-jumbo frets
• Two Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass pickups
• Redesigned active/passive preamp

MODERN "D" NECK

Slim with wide shoulders, the “Modern D” neck profile works for any musical style and a silky, smooth Ultra satin finish make the neck effortless to play.

10”-14” COMPOUND-RADIUS

Built for speed and easy bending, the 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard is rounded near the nut, becoming increasingly flatter as it nears the upper register.

ULTRA NOISELESS VINTAGE PICKUPS

The Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups feature true classic Fender tone without hum.

ENHANCED BODY CONTOURS

The tapered neck heel allows unparalleled access to the upper registers of the fingerboard, while the sculpted rear body contour is designed for comfort.

RE-DESIGNED ACTIVE/PASSIVE PREAMP

Redesigned for more versatile tone, this preamp features sweeter highs, focused mids and more usable bass.

HIMASS™ BRIDGE

The HiMass bridge has a lot of metal—and a lot of mass—creating rock-solid sustain, intonation and tuning stability.

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