Head to head
Jackson JS Series Concert Bass Minion JS1XM vs Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS2P
The verdict
The Jackson JS Series Concert Bass Minion JS1XM and Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS2P are closely matched overall — 69 to 70 on our estimated score.
Estimated from specs & owner reviews — a starting point, not a substitute for playing both.
Jackson JS Series Concert Bass Minion JS1XM wins on
- Better value (79 vs 74)
- Lower price ($220 vs $350)
Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS2P wins on
- Better sound (74 vs 68)
Scorecard
| Metric | JS Series Concert Bass Minion JS1XM | JS Series Spectra Bass JS2P |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 69 | 70 |
| Build | 61 | 61 |
| Playability | 72 | 75 |
| Sound | 68 | 74 |
| Value | 79 | 74 |
Full specifications
| Spec | JS Series Concert Bass Minion JS1XM | JS Series Spectra Bass JS2P |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Jackson | Jackson |
| Type | Bass | Bass |
| Years | — | — |
| Country | — | — |
| Body wood | Poplar | Poplar |
| Neck wood | Maple | Maple |
| Fretboard | Maple | Laurel |
| Strings | 4 | 4 |
| Frets | 22 | 24 |
| Scale | 28.6" | 34" |
| Pickups | Jackson® P-Style Pickup / Jackson® J-Style Pickup | Jackson® P-Style Pickup / Jackson® J-Style Pickup |
| Rating | — | — |
| Price | $220 | $350 |
| Body Finish | Gloss | Gloss |
| Body shape | Concert™ Bass | Spectra Bass |
| Bridge | 4-Saddle Adjustable HiMass™ | Jackson® Hardtail |
| Bridge pickup | Jackson® J-Style Pickup | Jackson® J-Style Pickup |
| Commodity Code | 9207901000 | 9207901000 |
| Construction | Bolt-On with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint | Bolt-On with Scarf Joint |
| Control Knobs | Dome-Style | Dome-Style |
| Controls | Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Tone | Volume (Push/Pull Selector for Active/Passive Options), Blend, Bass Boost (active only) |
| Finish | Snow White | Black Burst |
| Fretboard radius | 12" (305 mm) | 12" (305 mm) |
| Fret Size | Jumbo | Jumbo |
| Hardware Finish | Black | Black |
| Headstock | Jackson® Pointed 4-In-Line | Unique Jackson® 2x2 |
| Neck Finish | Satin | Satin |
| Neck pickup | Jackson® P-Style Pickup | Jackson® P-Style Pickup |
| Neck Plate | Jackson® | None |
| Nut | Black Plastic | Black Plastic |
| Nut width | 1.5" (38.1 mm) | 1.5" (38.1 mm) |
| Orientation | Right-Hand | Right-Hand |
| Pickguard | None | None |
| Pickup Covers | Black | Black |
| Position Inlays | Black Sharkfin | White Dot |
| Product Name | JS Series Concert™ Bass Minion JS1XM, Maple Fingerboard, Snow White | JS Series Spectra Bass JS2P, Laurel Fingerboard, Black Burst |
| Saddle Height Wrench | Yes | Yes |
| Scale length | 28.6" (726 mm) | 34" (86.36 cm) |
| Series | JS | JS |
| Strap Buttons | Standard | Standard |
| String Nut | Black Plastic | Black Plastic |
| Switching | None | None |
| Truss rod | Dual-Action | Dual-Action Head Adjust |
| Truss Rod Nut | Truss Rod Adjustment at Nut | Truss Rod Adjustment at Nut |
| Truss Rod Wrench | Yes | Yes |
| Tuners | Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast | Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast |
| Body Top | — | Poplar Burl |
| Side Dots | — | White |