Fender's American Elite Jazz Bass V is an active 5-string bass for the modern bassist in need of cutting-edge tone technology with fast, smooth playing feel. The American Elite Series is equipped with a modern "C"-shape neck profile with a modern "D"-shaped profile at the updated neck heel for better support. New 4th generation Noiseless pickups combine authentic vintage-style Fender sound with noise-free performance for crisp, clear cleans and powerful tones. A redesigned 18-volt preamp provides more power and signal quality for increased headroom and reduced noise.
Includes an all-new American Elite Molded Case for easier storage and better protection.
Fender American Elite Jazz Bass V Features:
Double cutaway 5-string electric bass
Dual all-new fourth-generation Noiseless Jazz Bass single-coil pickups
Onboard active 18-volt preamp for more headroom with less noise
Compound profile neck; redesigned contoured neck heel
9.5”-14” compound radius fingerboard
HiMass bridge; new genuine bone nut
Includes redesigned ABS Elite Molded Case with TSA locks
Fender American Elite Jazz Bass V Specifications:
Accessories
Case/Gig Bag: Elite Molded Case
Body
Body Material: Ash
Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Body Shape: Jazz Bass®
Electronics
Bridge Pickup: New 4th Generation Noiseless
Neck Pickup: New 4th Generation Noiseless
Controls:
Master Volume
Pan Pot (Pickup Selector)
Treble Boost/Cut
Midrange Boost/Cut
Bass Boost/Cut
Active/Passive Mini Toggle
Switching:
2-Way Mini Toggle Switch for Active/Passive Mode. In Passive Mode, only the Volume, Pan and Passive Tone Controls Function. In Active Mode, All Controls Function.
Configuration: SS
Special Electronics: 18V Preamp with Active 3-Band EQ
Hardware
Bridge: 5-Saddle HiMass™ Vintage (String-Through-Body or Topload)
Hardware Finish: Nickel-Plated
Tuning Machines: Fender "F" Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts
Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
Control Knobs: Vintage Style Black Plastic Jazz Bass®
Neck Plate: 5-Bolt Asymmetrical
Miscellaneous
Strings: Fender® USA NPS (Gauges .45 - .125)
Neck
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Binding: 1-Ply Black
Neck Finish: Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face
Neck Shape: Compound Back Shape, Modern "C" to "D"
Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Maple
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"-14" Compound Radius (241 mm - 355.6 mm)
Number of Frets: 21
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.875" (47.6 mm)
Position Inlays: Black Blocks
Truss Rod: Dual-Action
Truss Rod Nut: Heel-Mounted Spoke Wheel Adjustment