Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Guitar V in Ultraburst Ebony Fingerboard – Andertons Music Co

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Effortlessly play a premium, American-made Fender built with only the best materials, precision craftmanship and cutting-edge design.Fender’s American Ultra series is arguably the most advanced range that the legendary company has ever produced. Developed to meet the needs of the discerning contemporary bassist, the Ultra Jazz Bass fittingly combines original cutting-edge with modern-day cutting-edge resulting in exciting playability!The results speak for themselves; unparalleled modern comfort thanks to the modern “D” fretboard radius, Ultra II Noiseless pickups offering pristine tones, striking finishes – the works.For players who demand flawless tone, infinite versatility and limitless performance, American Ultra II delivers stratospheric new levels of signature FenderKey FeaturesSelectable Mid-Range– Sculpt your tone even further with the switchable mid-range controls.Ergonomic, Lightweight Body – Select Alder Body with Ultra Contours and Sculpted Neck Heel.Ultra-Stable Tuning – The graphite-reinforced Maple neck with Posiflex support rods combined with the HiMass bridge and Fender tuners create the most solid tuning stability.Rolled Fretboard Edges – Experience a more comfortable fretboard with the rolled edges.Ultra Versatile Preamp – Choose exactly what tone you want with the Ultra II Active Bass Preamp With S-1 Switching.Body & NeckThe lightweight Alder body makes for a more comfortable playing experience, as well as offering an extremely well-balanced tonal palette. Deep lows, throaty midrange and pronounced treble clarity like you wouldn’t believe – the typical Jazz bass flexibility taken to the next level.A beautiful Ebony fingerboard is then combined with a Maple neck. This adds additional warmth and attack, not to mention smooth playability thanks to the neck’s satin finish and rolled edges. The modern “D” fretboard radius makes the Ultra Jazz Bass neck an absolute breeze to play which is perfect for lengthy sessions and challenging live situations.Electronics & HardwareFender’s Ultra II Noiseless range does exactly what it says on the tin. In this model, you’ll get a pair of Ultra Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass pickups. Alnico 5 magnets and vintage-style voicing combine perfectly with the carefully calculated tonewood combination and construction. Add advanced switching to the mix, and you’ve got dynamic, punchy response that can be tweaked to suit any style with absolute precision.The hardware appointments are the final piece of the puzzle. The combination of tapered-shaft vintage paddle tuners and trustworthy Graph Tech TUSQ nut maximises tuning stability, so you can play with peace of mind. The HiMass bridge drastically improves resonance and sustain, allowing the wood & pickups to truly sing. All in all, the Ultra II Jazz Bass is the ultimate refined take on Fender’s alternative bass guitar and takes the Ultra further than ever before.Redesigned PreampThe redesigned preamp features unprecedented control to unlock endless tonal possibilities. Precisely control your tone with the S-1 switching system for active/passive operation, passive tone control and 3-band active EQ with switchable midrange frequency.SpecificationsNeckHeadstock: Jazz BassNeck Material: Quartersawn MapleNeck Finish: Ultra Satin UrethaneNeck Shape: Modern “D”Neck Construction: 5-BoltFingerboard Radius: 10″ to 14″ Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)Fingerboard Material: EbonyPosition Inlays: White Pearloid Dot – 7mmSide Dots: LuminlayNumber of Frets: 21Truss Rod: Bi-Flex™String Nut: Graph Tech® TUSQ®Nut Width: 1.5” (38.1 mm)Nut Material: Graph Tech® TUSQ®BodyBody: Select AlderBody Finish: Gloss UrethaneBody Shape: Jazz Bass®Body Style: Solid BodyBody Material: Select AlderHardwareBridge: 5-Saddle Adjustable HiMass™ (String-Through-Body or Top-Load)Bridge Mounting: 3-Screw ModernPickguard: 1-Ply Anodized AluminiumControl Knobs: Heavy Knurled Flat-TopHardware Finish: Nickel/ChromeTuning Machines: Fender® “F” Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered ShaftsString Trees: Vintage-Style DiscStrings: Fender® 7250M Nickel Plated Steel Roundwound, Long Scale, (.045-.105 Gauges), PN 0737250406Neck Plate: 5-BoltStrap Buttons: LockingElectronicsBridge Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass®Middle Pickup: Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass®Pickup Configuration: SSControls: 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 SelectorSwitching: Pan PotSpecial Electronics: S-1™ Switch on Volume Selects Active Mode (Up Position) or Passive Mode (Down Position); 2-Way Mini-Toggle Midrange Frequency Selector (325 Hz or 750 Hz)MiscellaneousCase: Deluxe Moulded Case (Included)Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass Guitar V in Ultraburst Ebony Fingerboard – Andertons Music Co