Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass, Maple Fingerboard ? Sinister Red with Deluxe Molded Case

The Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass: Advanced Tone and Unparalleled Playability

The Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass is crafted for players who demand precision, versatility, and top-tier performance. Part of Fender?s most advanced series, this Sinister Red Jazz Bass delivers cutting-edge design with premium materials and craftsmanship. The select alder body features sculpted body contours for enhanced comfort, while the quartersawn maple neck with a Modern "D" profile provides effortless playability and speed. The 10"-14" compound radius maple fingerboard offers a smooth transition between chording and soloing, and the Ultra rolled edges make it even more comfortable during long playing sessions.

Ultra II Noiseless? Vintage Jazz Bass? Pickups for Dynamic Tone

Equipped with Ultra II Noiseless? Vintage Jazz Bass? pickups, the American Ultra II Jazz Bass delivers a wide range of tones?from vintage warmth to modern punch, all without unwanted hum. The redesigned Ultra II Active Bass Preamp gives you extensive control over your tone, featuring a 3-band active EQ with a switchable midrange frequency and S-1? switching for active/passive operation. Whether you?re looking for smooth, deep lows or bright, cutting highs, this bass has you covered.

Premium Hardware for Professional Performance

The HiMass? 4-saddle bridge allows for both string-through-body or top-load stringing, giving you flexibility in setting up the instrument. Deluxe fluted-shaft tuners ensure tuning stability while the knurled aluminum knobs and 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard add durability and style. With a 5-bolt neck plate and a sleek design, this bass is ready to take on the rigors of the road or the studio.

Specifications:

• Model Number: 0118500738
• Series: American Ultra II
• Color: Sinister Red
• Country of Origin: USA

Neck:

• Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
• Neck Finish: Ultra Satin Urethane
• Neck Shape: Modern "D"
• Neck Construction: 5-Bolt
• Fingerboard Radius: 10" to 14" Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Quartersawn Maple
• Position Inlays: Black Pearloid Dot - 7 mm
• Side Dots: Luminlay?
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod: Bi-Flex?
• Nut Material: Graph Tech? TUSQ?
• Nut Width: 1.5" (38.1 mm)

Body:

• Body Material: Select Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Body Shape: Jazz Bass?
• Body Style: Solid Body

Hardware:

• Bridge: 4-Saddle Adjustable HiMass? (String-Through-Body or Top-Load)
• Bridge Mounting: 3-Screw Modern
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Black Anodized Aluminum
• Control Knobs: Heavy Knurled Flat-Top
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Fender? "F" Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts
• String Trees: Vintage-Style Disc
• Strings: Fender? 7250M Nickel Plated Steel Roundwound, Long Scale (.045-.105 Gauges)
• Neck Plate: 5-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Locking

Electronics:

• Bridge Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless? Vintage Jazz Bass?
• Neck Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless? Vintage Jazz Bass?
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Controls:
  • Master Volume (with S-1? Switch)
  • Pan Pot (Pickup Selector)
  • Stacked Concentric Midrange Boost/Cut + Passive Tone Control
  • Stacked Concentric Treble Boost/Cut + Bass Boost/Cut
  • Mini-Toggle Midrange Frequency Selector
• Switching: Pan Pot
• Special Electronics:
  • S-1? Switch on Volume for Active/Passive mode
  • 2-Way Mini-Toggle Midrange Frequency Selector (325 Hz or 750 Hz)

This bass ships fully insured with signature required.