American Ultra is Fender's most advanced series of guitars and basses for discerning players who demand the ultimate in precision, performance and tone. The American Ultra Jazz Bass features a unique “Modern D” neck profile for hours of playing comfort, and the tapered neck heel allows easy access to the highest register. A speedy 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard with 21 medium-jumbo frets means effortless action, while the Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups and redesigned preamp provide endless tonal possibilities – without hum. The sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional. This versatile, state-of-the-art instrument will inspire you to push your playing to new heights.
Other features include “F”-stamped lightweight vintage-paddle tuning machines with tapered shafts, chrome hardware and bone nut. Includes premium molded hardshell case.
Body Shape |
Jazz Bass® |
Body Material |
Alder |
Body Finish |
Gloss Polyurethane |
Fretboard Material |
Rosewood |
Fretboard Radius |
10" to 14" Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm) |
Scale Length |
34" (86.36 cm) |
No. of Frets |
21 |
Fretboard Inlays |
White Pearloid Blocks |
Pickups |
Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass® |
Bridge |
4-Saddle HiMass™ (Toploaded) |
Pickguard |
4-Ply Tortoiseshell |
Strings |
Fender® USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges) |
Tuning Machines |
Fender® "F" Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts |
Hardware Finish |
Nickel/Chrome |
Case |
Elite Moulded Case |