Jackson JS1X Concert Minion Pavo Purpl
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JS1X Concert Minion Pavo Purpl
Product Info
Article Number:
417607
Brand:
Jackson
Model:
JS1X Concert Minion Pavo Purpl
Category:
Short Scale Basses
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little Concert Minion is a surprisingly fun and capable bass. The short scale makes it ideal for smaller players or those wanting easier access to lower registers, and the pickup combo gives you a wider sonic palette than you’d expect at this price point. It’s a great entry-level option or a quirky addition to a seasoned player's collection.
Product Description
- Jackson JS1X Concert Minion Pavo Purpl
- Electric Bass
- Poplar body
- Bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint
- Amaranth fretboard
- Nut width: 38.1 mm
- 22 Jumbo frets
- Scale: 726 mm
- Pearloid shark fin inlays
- Pickups: Jackson P-Style and J-Style single coil
- 2 Volume and 1 tone controls
- Hardtail bridge
- Colour: Pavo Purple
PROS
- • Poplar body provides a surprisingly resonant and balanced tone.
- • Bolt-on neck with graphite reinforcement enhances stability and reduces neck warp.
- • Jumbo frets offer comfortable playability for faster runs and bends.
- • P-Style/J-Style pickup combo delivers a versatile range of tones, from growl to snap.
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck joint can feel less integrated than a set-neck design.
- • Hardtail bridge limits tremolo effects and string adjustment options.
- • Poplar body, while resonant, lacks the sustain of denser woods like mahogany.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple with Graphite Reinforcement
Fingerboard
Amaranth
Pickups
Jackson P-Style Single Coil (Bridge), Jackson J-Style Single Coil (Neck)
Scale Length
726 mm (28.58 in)
Frets
22 Jumbo
Strings
Nickel-Plated Steel, .045-.105
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The finish is a gloss poly, which is reasonably durable, but expect some minor scuffs with regular playing. A quality polish will help maintain its shine.
The neck is a standard 'C' shape, fairly slim, so players with larger hands might find it a bit snug, but still manageable.
It's not a direct comparison; the Jackson leans towards a more articulate and slightly brighter tone, lacking the full-on, authoritative thump of a P-Bass.
