Product Detail
Adam Blackstone, an Emmy - winning writer and Grammy - nominated musical director, has made a huge mark in the music industry. His success on TV and radio has seen him serve as the musical director for many big names. The Adam Blackstone 'Gladys' Jackson Pro Series Signature Concert™ Bass is a modern reimagining of the legendary Jackson® shape, named in honor of his grandmother, Mrs. Gladys Jackson. This 34 - inch scale bass combines a resonant poplar body with a graphite - reinforced bolt - on neck for excellent sustain. The custom neck profile, 9”–16” compound radius maple fingerboard, and 21 jumbo frets offer super - comfortable playability. It features custom Jackson BBE J - style pickups, voiced to the artist's specifications, paired with an active 3 - band EQ circuit for the perfect tone. The Jackson Hi - Mass bridge enhances note attack and sustain without changing the tone, and the open - gear tuners provide great tuning stability with improved note punch. This five - string bass stands out with its new vivid black stone finish, creme pickguard, black block inlays, a mix of black and gold hardware, dome - style control knobs, and a Jackson 4 - and - one color - matched paddle headstock. It also comes with a gig bag. It's highly affordable and ideal for musicians seeking the latest high - performance bass technology. Features include a poplar body, bolt - on maple neck with graphite reinforcement, 9' - 16' compound radius maple fingerboard with black block inlays, custom - voiced Jackson® BBE J - style pickups, 34' scale length, 21 jumbo frets, three - band EQ, four - and - one Jackson paddle headstock, Jackson Hi - Mass bridge, open - gear tuners, and a gig bag. General details: Series is Pro, orientation is right - hand, color is Black Stone, and country of origin is ID.
Using your Adam Blackstone 'Gladys' Jackson Pro Series Signature Bass is a breeze. Just plug it into your amplifier and start playing. You can adjust the tone using the volume, blend, and the active three - band EQ controls for bass, middle, and treble. When not in use, keep it in the included gig bag to protect it from dust and minor scratches. For cleaning, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the body and fretboard. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they can damage the finish. Regularly check the tuning machines to ensure they are working properly. If you notice any issues with the intonation or tuning, it might be a good idea to take it to a professional guitar technician. When changing the strings, use nickel - plated steel strings of.045 -.125 gauges as recommended. Have fun making music with your amazing bass!
