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Jackson Spectra JS3 Bass Guitar - Silverburst

4-string Electric Bass with Poplar Body, Maple Neck, Laurel Fingerboard, and 2 Active Humbucking Pickups - Silverburst
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Upgraded Jackson Bass Value

The Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 packs plenty of punch — and sleek looks to boot — with its poplar body, maple neck, and active humbucking pickups. Upgraded with a HiMass bridge, two Jackson active humbuckers, and coil-split circuitry, the Spectra Bass JS3 makes it easy to dial in the perfect tone for any gig or recording session. And for a commanding feel, the thin “U” profile neck is topped with a smooth compound-radius laurel fingerboard and jumbo frets for effortless playability. If you’re looking for a seriously gigable bass at a great price, look no further than the Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS3.

Compound-radius fingerboard for ultimate playability

The JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 features a 12"–16" 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 JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 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 Spectra Bass JS3 has the tone-shaping power you need. And 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 JS series incorporates Jackson’s three-plus decades of instrument-building expertise, and the Spectra Bass JS3 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 worldwide) are fiercely loyal Jackson players. Check out the JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 and you’ll know why.

Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 Features:

  • Poplar body, gloss finish
  • 1-piece maple neck, thin “U” profile, 34" scale length, satin finish
  • Laurel fingerboard, 12"–16" compound radius, 24 jumbo frets, dot inlays
  • Bridge pickup: Jackson medium-output humbucker (active)
  • Middle pickup: Jackson medium-output humbucker (active)
  • Master Volume control (push-pull for active/passive)
  • Pickup Blend control; coil-split toggle switch
  • Bass, Mid, and Treble controls (active only)
  • Jackson HiMass bridge; 1.5" nut
  • Jackson sealed die-cast tuners
  • Factory strings: 45–100, standard tuning
  • Dual-action truss rod, headstock access

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 4
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: Spectra JS3
  • Body Material: Poplar
  • Body Finish: Gloss
  • Color: Silverburst
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Shape: Thin U
  • Neck Joint: Bolt-on
  • Radius: 12"-16" compound
  • Fingerboard Material: Laurel
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
  • Number of Frets: 24, Jumbo
  • Scale Length: 34"
  • Nut Width: 1.5"
  • Nut Material: Plastic
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Jackson HiMass
  • Tuners: Jackson Sealed Die-cast
  • Neck Pickup: Jackson Medium Output Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup: Jackon Medium Output Humbucker
  • Controls: 1 x master volume (push/pull for active/passive), 1 x pickup blend, Bass/Mid/Treble (active only), pickup coil-split toggle swit
  • Strings: .045-.100
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2919904521

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Rated 5/5

Value to price makes it a big winner

First off looks are great, the hardware matches the paint to the T. Playability is sweet as recieved,balance was just as it should be stays where it needs to be on a strap
. Soumd is really easy to dial in anything that you want to play. So glad i bought it!
Music background: Played in 2 recorded bands, hot stove (death metal) and pissed midgets (punk)
Rated 5/5

Surprisingly good for the price point

This bass is surprisingly well built, especially considering the price point. It has a great neck, smooth frets, decent pickups and the pots that are better than guitars I have owned that cost twice as much. My only two complaints are that the active/passive switch and the split coil switch are opposite of what I would expect, and the strap nuts are huge and don't fit standard locking straps,
Rated 5/5

Unbelievable value

I play electric guitar mostly, been wanting a bass again for a long time. I settled on the JS3 after watching a ton of reviews to determine what the best bass in the 3-500 range. this thing is STELLAR!

I love that you can play in passive mode when the battery runs out. the action is great, its got great tone shaping. just overall I really like the thing. maybe the only complaint is i can't find a good adjustment with my strap to make it feel more balanced, but thats not much of an issue. I'm not playing on a stage, just picking up the bass when i feel like playing something different.

I'm playing through a 10 year old peavey bass combo w/12 inch speaker, so nothing fancy there. but it really does sound great.

i'm confident that a bass player would be pretty happy with this thing!
Rated 5/5

A nice workhorse

Rich mids and a sneaky low end growl that's all around pleasing. Still squeezing out all the many tonal capabilities but definitely feels quality.
Music background: Recording engineer, DJ
Rated 4.5/5

Classy company

I love how Sweetwater really takes care of the customer! The Jackson bass I bought came in a few days and as always had the added bonus of a small bag of Candy, which my kids loved! They are alway professional and helpful! I will come back time and time again because of this!
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