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Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX V
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X Series Spectra Bass SBX V

BassSpectra
No ratings yet$600

With modern style, flexible tone and incomparable value, the Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX V takes the adventurous player on a bold bass odyssey, launching a commanding all-new entry in Jackson's formidable neck-through-body bass lineup. The offset Spectra Bass body style was innovatively designed with the gigging musician in mind. Its poplar body has a larger upper horn that evenly distributes weight throughout the instrument for perfect balance and playing comfort. The graphite-reinforced through-body maple neck with scarf joint creates formidable sustain, with a speed neck contour, 12"-16" compound radius laurel fingerboard and 24 frets for superior playability. The SBX V provides a full-sonic spectrum for even the most versatile and progressive bassists. Dual passive medium-output humbucking pickups create a dynamic foundation with punch, power and note articulation. Wide-ranging tonal command comes from a two-way toggle switch for pickup coil splitting, 3-band active EQ, blend control and volume control with push/pull selector to bypass or engage active circuit for the 3-band EQ. The push/pull selector eliminates the risk of losing sound due to a dead battery. A quick pull on the volume knob bypasses the active circuit, making it easy to regain sound from the bass without the use of battery power. This five-string, 35"-scale bass also features a HiMass™ hardtail bridge that enhances sustain and improves note attack. Featuring a unique 3x2 black headstock with an understated "J" logo, the budget-friendly SBX V comes in stage-conquering Electric Blue or Metallic Black finishes with black hardware.

Score

estimated from specs & owner reviews
71
Overall / 100
Playability
75
Sound
77
Build
61
Value
75

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Specifications

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Specifications for X Series Spectra Bass SBX V
BrandJackson
TypeBass
Body woodPoplar
Neck woodMaple
FretboardLaurel
Strings4
Frets24
Scale length35"
PickupsJackson® Medium-Output Humbucking / Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking
Body FinishGloss
Body shapeSpectra
BridgeJackson® HiMass™
Bridge pickupJackson® Medium-Output Humbucking
Commodity Code9207901000
ConstructionNeck-Through-Body with Graphite Reinforcement and Scarf Joint
Control KnobsDome-Style
ControlsVolume (Push/Pull Selector for Active/Passive Options), Blend, 3-Band EQ (Active Only)
FinishMetallic Black
Fretboard radius12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)
Fret SizeJumbo
Hardware FinishBlack
HeadstockUnique Jackson® 3x2 (3 Over/2 Under)
Neck BindingWhite
Neck FinishGloss Color Matched
Neck pickupJackson® Medium-Output Humbucking
Neck PlateNone
NutBlack Plastic
Nut width1.75" (44.45 mm)
OrientationRight-Hand
PickguardNone
Pickup CoversBlack
Position InlaysWhite Dot
Product NameX Series Spectra Bass SBX V, Laurel Fingerboard, Metallic Black
Saddle Height WrenchYes
SeriesX
Special Electronics3-Band EQ (Active Only)
Strap ButtonsStandard
String NutBlack Plastic
Switching2-Way Toggle Switch (Pickup Coil Split)
Switch TipBlack
Truss rodDual-Action Head Adjust
Truss Rod NutTruss Rod Adjustment at Nut
Truss Rod WrenchYes
TunersJackson® Sealed Die-Cast
Street price$600

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