Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX V. Laurel FB, Metallic Black

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.

Specs:

Body: Poplar

Body Finish: Gloss

Control Knobs: Dome-Style

Fingerboard: Laurel

Hardware Finish: Black

Neck Finish: Gloss

Pickguard: None

Inlays: White Dot

Body Shape: Spectra

Neck Material: Maple

Scale Length: 35" (889 mm)

Fingerboard Radius: 12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm)

Number of Frets: 24

Fret Size: Jumbo

Nut: Black Plastic

Nut Width: 1.75" (44.45 mm)

Truss Rod: Dual-Action Head Adjust

Truss Rod Wrench: Yes

Bridge Pickup: Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking

Middle Pickup: None

Neck Pickup: Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking

Controls: Volume (Push/Pull Selector for Active/Passive Options), Blend, 3-Band EQ (Active Only)

Pickup Switch: 2-Way Toggle Switch (Pickup Coil Split)

Pickup Configuration: HH

Bridge: Jackson® HiMass™

Tuning Machines: Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast

Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.130 Gauges)