Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass V Maple Fingerboard, Sinister Red

time. The Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass V features a select alder body with sculpted contours. For effortless playability, the quarter-sawn maple neck features our Modern D profile and a smooth Ultra Satin finish. The 10- to 14-inch compound radius keys in ebony or quarter-sawn maple feature Ultra rolled edges, medium-jumbo frets, Luminlay side points, and TUSQ Graph Tech saddles. The tapered neck heel and sculpted body contours allow unparalleled access to the upper register, while the adjustment rod access at the head provides convenient and easy set-up and adjustment. Equipped with a specially designed Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass pickup set, this bass delivers a huge range of tones, from vintage warmth to modern snap, all without a hint of hum. The redesigned preamp offers unprecedented control to unlock endless tonal possibilities. Key features include S-1 switching for active / passive operation, passive tone control, and active 3-band EQ with switchable midrange. Other road-ready features include an adjustable HiMass top-loading or through-string bridge, lightweight Fender tuners with tapered shafts, knurled aluminum knobs and a 1-ply anodized aluminum pickguard.