Product Detail
The Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX IV offers modern style, flexible tone, and great value. It's a bold choice for adventurous bass players, making a strong entry in Jackson’s neck-through-body bass lineup. The offset Spectra Bass body, made of nyatoh, has a larger upper horn for perfect balance and comfort. The graphite-reinforced maple neck with scarf joint provides excellent sustain and playability. With a 12'-16' compound radius laurel fingerboard and 24 jumbo frets, it's a joy to play. The SBX IV delivers a full sonic spectrum. Dual passive medium-output humbucking pickups offer punch, power, and clear note articulation. Tonal control is wide-ranging with a two-way toggle switch for coil splitting, 3-band active EQ, blend control, and a volume control with a push/pull selector to bypass or engage the active circuit. This four-string bass features a HiMass™ hardtail bridge for enhanced sustain and attack. It comes with a unique 2x2 black headstock and an understated “J” logo. Available in Gloss Black or Matte Army Drab with black hardware, it's budget-friendly and stage-ready. General: SERIES - X, ORIENTATION - Right-Hand, COLOR - Gloss Black, COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - ID. Neck: HEADSTOCK - Unique Jackson® 2x2, HEADSTOCK BINDING - White, NECK MATERIAL - Maple, etc. Body: BODY - Nyatoh, BODY FINISH - Gloss, BODY SHAPE - Spectra. Hardware: BRIDGE - Jackson® HiMass™, etc. Electronics: BRIDGE PICKUP - Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking, etc. Accessories: SADDLE HEIGHT WRENCH - Yes, TRUSS ROD WRENCH - Yes. Measurements: FRET SIZE - Jumbo, SCALE LENGTH - 34' (86.36 cm). PLU: 2919924503
Using your Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX IV is a breeze. Start by adjusting the saddle height and truss rod to your comfort using the included wrenches. Plug in your bass to an amplifier and start exploring the tones. Use the volume control to adjust the overall sound level. The push/pull selector on the volume knob lets you switch between active and passive modes. The blend control helps you mix the sounds of the two pickups. The 3 - band EQ allows you to shape the tone according to your preference. The two - way toggle switch can split the pickup coils for different tonal flavors. When it comes to maintenance, keep your bass clean. Wipe it down after each use to remove sweat and dirt. Check the strings regularly and replace them when they start to sound dull. If you're not using the active circuit, you can bypass it to avoid battery drain. Store your bass in a cool, dry place to prevent damage to the wood and electronics.
