Fender American Elite Jazz Bass V (Black, Maple) Overview
Packed to the gills with our latest revolutionary innovations, the American Elite Jazz Bass V is an active 5-string bass for the modern bassist who demands cutting-edge tone technology along with timeless style and fast, smooth playing feel. Its versatile sound easily matches any playing styleùpicked, plucked or slap-and-popùwhile its standout looks remain authentically Fender, with a fresh twist.\n\nWith the exclusive all-new fourth-generation Noiseless pickups weÆve achieved the sonic equivalent of cold fusionùvintage-style response with completely noise-free performance. These muscular pickups are fueled by a redesigned robust 18-volt preamp cranks up the power for even more signal quality for chest-thumping tone with more headroom and reduced noise. Designed for fast playing and effortless position changes, the compound profile neck with a 9.5ö-14ö compound radius fingerboard is ideal for all playing styles. A modern ôCö-shape at the new genuine bone nut, the profile morphs along the length of the neck to a modern ôDö-shaped profile at the updated neck heel, providing plenty of comfortable support for fret hand antics. PosiflexÖ graphite support rods run the length of the neck, adding stability to the neck while resisting temperature- and humidity-induced warping. The HiMassÖ Vintage bridge increases note attack and resonance for thunderous basslines with colossal punch and boundless sustain while allowing either top-load or strings-thru-body stringing. In a vintage-inspired touch, the new truss rod adjustment wheel has been moved to the butt end of the neck for easier access, making neck relief adjustments a snap.\n\nThis bass is packed with FenderÆs immortal aestheticsùfrom the ergonomic contours to the black chrome headstock logo, large pearloid fret markers and new color this instrument will pin the audienceÆs ears back with itÆs gigantic tone and slick style. The American Elite Jazz Bass V is a bold new bass for adventurous bassists who need a tonal multi-tool that refuses to compromise on any front. Includes a redesigned Elite Molded Case with body-hugging contours to provide increased protection for your cherished instrument and TSA locks.Call GAK now for product info, advice and the Best Prices - 01273 665400
