Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL
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Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL
Product Info
Article Number:
596129
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$2,913.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Am Ultra II J Bass V is a seriously refined instrument. The combination of the alder body, comfortable neck, and those fantastic noiseless pickups makes it a joy to play, perfect for players seeking a modern take on a classic Jazz Bass tone. It's a premium-priced workhorse, ideal for gigging musicians and studio players who demand quality and reliability.
Product Description
- Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fingerboard inlays: black pearloid dots
- Compound fingerboard radius: 254 mm - 356 mm (10" - 14")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 47.6 mm (1.875")
- Graph Tech TUSQ nut
- Neck profile: Modern "D"
- 21 Mediium jumbo frets
- Pickups: 2 Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass single coils
- Master volume control with S-1 switch
- Pan Pot pickup selector
- Stacked Concentric Mid Boost/Cut + passive tone control
- Stacked Concentric Treble Boost/Cut + Bass Boost/Cut
- Mini toggle mid switch
- Single-ply
- silver
- anodised aluminium pickguard
- Adjustable 5-saddle HiMass bridge
- Fender "F" Light-Weight Vintage Paddle Keys machine heads with tapered shafts
- Nickel/Chrome hardware
- Original strings: Fender USA 7250-5M Nickel-plated steel .045 - .125
- Colour: Avalanche
- Includes Deluxe shaped case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain
- • Modern 'inDin' neck profile is exceptionally comfortable for fast playing
- • Ultra II Noiseless pickups offer vintage jazz tone with virtually no hum
- • HiMass bridge enhances clarity and minimizes unwanted resonance
CONS
- • The compound radius fingerboard might not appeal to traditionalists
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many bassists
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to basses with more complex electronics
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass Single-Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
21 Medium Jumbo
Strings
Fender NPS, .045-.105
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The S-1 switch essentially coilsplits the neck pickup, adding a brighter, more articulate tone and expanding your sonic palette.
It's a subtle shift, but the transition is generally smooth. It offers a comfortable feel for bending and vibrato, though some might prefer a more vintage feel.
The HiMass bridge is stiffer and more responsive, improving note definition and reducing body resonance – resulting in a tighter, more focused low-end.
