With modern style, flexible tone and incomparable value, the Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX IV 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 IV 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 four-string bass also features a HiMass™ hardtail bridge that enhances sustain and improves attack.
Body Shape |
Spectra |
Body Material |
Poplar |
Body Finish |
Satin |
Fretboard Material |
Laurel |
Fretboard Radius |
12"-16" Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm) |
Scale Length |
34" (86.36 cm) |
No. of Frets |
24 |
Fretboard Inlays |
White Dot |
Pickup(s) |
Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking |
Bridge |
Jackson® HiMass™ |
Strings |
Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges) |
Pickguard |
None |
Tuning Machines |
Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast |
Hardware Finish |
Black |