Description

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
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    General

    American Ultra
    Right-Hand
    Arctic Pearl
    US
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    Neck

    Maple
    Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face
    Modern “D”
    5-Bolt
    10″ to 14″ Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)
    Maple
    Black Pearloid Blocks
    21
    Bi-Flex™
    Bone
    1.875″ (47.6 mm)
    Bone
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    Body

    Alder
    Gloss Urethane
    Jazz Bass®
    None
    Solid Body
    Alder
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    Hardware

    5-Saddle HiMass™ (Toploaded)
    4-Ply Tortoiseshell
    Black
    Vintage-Style Black Plastic Jazz Bass®
    Nickel/Chrome
    Fender® “F” Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts
    Fender® USA 7250-5M Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.125 Gauges), PN 0737250456
    5-Bolt
    Locking
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    Electronics

    Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass®
    Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass®
    SS
    Master Volume, Pan Pot (Pickup Selector), Treble Boost/Cut, Midrange Boost/Cut, Bass Boost/Cut, Passive Tone, Active/Passive Mini Toggle