With modern style, flexible tone and incomparable value, the Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBX V 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 V 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 five-string, 35”-scale bass also features a HiMass™ hardtail bridge that enhances sustain and improves note attack.
Featuring a unique 3x2 black headstock with an understated “J” logo, the budget-friendly SBX V comes in stage-conquering Electric Blue or Metallic Black finishes with black hardware.
Type |
Solid Body |
Colour |
Metallic Black |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
5 |
Body Shape |
Spectra |
Body Material |
Poplar |
Body Finish |
Gloss |
Neck Material |
Maple |
Neck Finish |
Gloss Color Matched |
Fretboard Material |
Laurel |
Number of Frets |
24 |
Fretboard Inlays |
White Dot |
Fret Size |
Jumbo |
Fretboard Radius |
12-16 Compound Radius (304.8 mm to 406.4 mm) |
Nut Material |
Black Plastic |
Nut Width |
1.75 (44.45 mm) |
Neck Pickups |
Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking |
Bridge Pickups |
Jackson® Medium-Output Humbucking |
Controls |
Volume (Push/Pull Selector for Active/Passive Options), Blend, 3-Band EQ (Active Only), 2-way toggle |
Bridge |
Jackson® HiMass™ |
Tuners |
Jackson® Sealed Die-Cast |
Strings |
Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.130 Gauges) |