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 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.
Specs
Type |
Solid Body |
Colour |
Tiger’s Eye |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
4 |
Body Shape |
Precision |
Body Material |
Alder |
Body Finish |
Gloss Polyurethane |
Neck Material |
Maple |
Neck Shape |
Modern “D” |
Neck Finish |
Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face |
Fretboard Material |
Rosewood |
Number of Frets |
21 |
Fretboard Inlays |
Black Pearloid Dots |
Fret Size |
Medium Jumbo |
Fretboard Radius |
10″ to 14″ Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm) |
Nut Material |
Bone |
Nut Width |
1.625″ (41.3 mm) |
Neck Pickups |
None |
Middle Pickups |
Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Precision Bass® |
Bridge Pickups |
Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass® |
Controls |
Master Volume, Pan Pot (Pickup Selector), Treble Boost/Cut, Midrange Boost/Cut, Bass Boost/Cut, Passive Tone, Active/Passive Mini Toggle |
Bridge |
4-Saddle HiMass™ (Toploaded) |
Tuners |
Fender® “F” Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts |
Strings |
Fender® 7250M Nickel-Plated Steel Roundwound, Long Scale, .045-.105 (Model No. 0737250406) |
Case/ Bag |
Elite Moulded Case |