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The Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBXQ V packs plenty of punch ? and sleek looks to boot ? with its poplar body, quilt maple top, maple neck, and active humbucking pickups. Upgraded with a HiMass bridge, two Jackson pickups, and coil-split circuitry, the SBXQ V makes it easy to dial in the perfect tone for any gig or recording session. For a commanding feel, the bass's Jackson Speed neck profile is topped with a smooth compound-radius laurel fingerboard and jumbo frets for effortless playability. Plus, the addition of a quilt maple top and the stylish glossy finish are sure to turn heads everywhere. If you're looking for a seriously gig-worthy bass at a great price, then look no further than the Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBXQ V.





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Compound-radius fingerboard for ultimate playability





The SBXQ V features a 12-16-inch compound-radius fingerboard for ultimate playability. The laurel fingerboard is rounder near the nut for holding down the groove. As you head up to the solo range of the instrument, the radius flattens out for easier runs and string bends.





Powerful electronics let you tweak your tone to perfection





Jackson stocks the SBXQ V with two medium-output active humbucking pickups, positioned to capture the fullest tone possible. With coil splitting and 3-band EQ, you can sculpt your tone any way you see fit. Whether you're recording soulful R&B or trying to cut through a speed metal mix onstage, the SBXQ V has the tone shaping power you need. Plus, the active electronics provide plenty of output to drive long cable runs, your effects chain, and your amp.





Built with unbeatable Jackson quality





Jackson's X Series incorporates Jackson's three-plus decades of instrument-building expertise, and the SBXQ V is no exception. You get resonant tonewoods, high-output electronics, and a fast neck with a silky-smooth fingerboard, all at a price that belies its performance. Many guitarists and bassists at Sweetwater ? and across the globe ? are fiercely loyal Jackson players. Check out the SBXQ V and you'll know why.





Jackson X Series Spectra Bass SBXQ V Features:


Poplar body with stunning quilt maple top


Comfortable maple neck with Jackson Speed neck profile


Smooth laurel fingerboard and easily playable 12-16-inch compound radius


Pair of Jackson active humbuckers delivers sweet low end with just the right amount of mids and high


2-way toggle switch for pickup coil splitting


3-band active EQ for extensive tone shaping


Blend control and volume control with push-pull selector