Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass, Texas Tea Overview
The Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass in Texas Tea is a top-tier bass guitar designed for the discerning musician who demands exceptional performance, sophisticated design, and advanced technology. As part of Fender’s most advanced series, the American Ultra II, this Jazz Bass stands out for its innovative features and premium craftsmanship, making it a perfect choice for professional players across genres.
Key Features and Specifications:
Body and Neck:
Body Material: Select Alder
- Alder is a classic Fender tonewood known for its balanced sound, with a good mix of clarity, warmth, and punch. It suits a wide variety of musical styles.
Body Contours: Sculpted
- The sculpted body contours enhance comfort, allowing for easy playability in any position, making long sessions more manageable.
Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
- The quartersawn maple neck is highly stable and offers a smooth, consistent feel, enhancing the instrument’s resonance and sustain.
Neck Profile: Modern “D”
- The Modern “D” profile is designed for fast, comfortable playing, supporting quick movement across the fretboard.
Neck Finish: Ultra Satin
- The Ultra Satin finish provides a sleek, smooth feel, reducing friction and making it easier to move your hand along the neck.
Fingerboard Options: Ebony or Quartersawn Maple
- Ebony: Provides a bright, articulate tone with a sleek, fast-playing surface.
- Quartersawn Maple: Delivers a warm, resonant tone with a classic feel under your fingers.
Fingerboard Radius: 10”-14” Compound
- The compound radius fingerboard is more curved at the nut for comfortable chording and flattens out towards the higher frets, facilitating fast soloing and easy bends.
Frets: Medium-Jumbo
- Medium-jumbo frets offer precise intonation and make it easier to execute complex fingerings.
Nut: Graph Tech® TUSQ®
- The TUSQ nut contributes to the bass’s rich tone and improves tuning stability.
Luminlay® Side Dots:
- Luminlay side dots glow in low light, helping you navigate the fretboard during performances in dim environments.
Pickups and Electronics:
Pickups: Ultra II Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass
- These pickups are designed to deliver a wide range of tones, from the warm, rich sounds typical of vintage Jazz Basses to the bright, snappy tones needed for more modern styles, all while eliminating hum.
Preamp: Redesigned Active/Passive Preamp
- The preamp provides active/passive operation with a 3-band EQ, allowing for detailed tonal sculpting and versatility.
S-1™ Switch:
- The S-1 switch allows you to easily toggle between active and passive modes, expanding the bass’s tonal palette.
Hardware:
Bridge: Adjustable HiMass™ Top-Load or String-Through-Body
- The HiMass bridge enhances sustain and resonance, with the option to string through the body for added tension and tonal variation.
Tuners: Fender Light-Weight Tuners with Tapered Shafts
- These tuners provide reliable tuning stability and contribute to the bass’s overall balanced weight.
Knobs: Knurled Aluminum
- Knurled aluminum knobs offer a secure grip for precise adjustments.
Pickguard: 1-Ply Anodized Aluminum
- The anodized aluminum pickguard adds durability and a modern, sleek aesthetic.
Finish and Aesthetics:
- Finish: Texas Tea
- The Texas Tea finish is a deep, rich color with a subtle metallic sheen, giving the bass a distinctive and luxurious look.
Included Accessories:
- Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Molded Case
- The bass comes with a deluxe molded case, providing robust protection during transport and storage.
