A Solid, Performance-driven Bass
Bassists searching for a no-nonsense, workhorse instrument suitable for a multitude of genres confidently choose the Jackson Spectra JS2. From its lightweight poplar body to its pair of Jackson P/J pickups, the Spectra JS2 ticks all the boxes for a gig-ready, hot-rodded bass guitar. A slick-feeling maple neck with a comfort scarf joint allows you to access all 24 frets, while a laurel fingerboard with a 12-inch radius encourages hours of playing, whether you’re laying down grooves or experimenting with bass solos. Sweetwater bass players are quick to note the push-pull Volume control, which lets you engage the active electronics and bass boost, further expanding your sonic options to new heights. All these features and more make the Spectra JS2 an excellent performance instrument, whether it’s your first or 10th bass.
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Dynamic duo of active P/J pickups
Whether you’re recording direct in the studio or plugged into a massive tube amp stack onstage, enough can’t be said about the versatility of the P- and J-style pickups in the Spectra JS2. From the authoritative punch of the P-style split-coil pickup to the biting force of the J-style pickup near the bridge, these genre-bending electronics are at your control. What’s more, you also get your choice between the dynamic expression of passive circuitry and the extra power contained within the JS2’s active electronics. Additionally, while active electronics are engaged, a bass boost is on tap for truly earthshaking results.
Jackson Spectra JS2 Features:
- Performance-driven bass that’s suitable for a multitude of genres
- Lightweight poplar body provides a solid foundation for your bass tone
- Bolt-on maple neck with scarf joint allows unfettered access to the highest frets
- Laurel fingerboard with a 12-in. radius and 24 frets offers a universally comfortable playing experience across the entire neck
- Classic P- and J-style pickups produce traditional yet versatile bass tones
- Active and passive voices with an active bass boost expand your available tonal palette
