Fender’s most advanced 5-string Jazz Bass – huge tone range with no hum. The Fender AM Ultra II Jazz Bass V Ebony Ultraburst (199121712) is from American Ultra II, Fender’s most advanced series. It has a select alder body with sculpted contours, a quartersawn maple Modern “D” neck and Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass pickups that cover vintage warmth to modern snap without a hint of hum.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Professional and gigging bassists, studio players and serious players who want Fender’s most advanced bass for any style.
Specifications
| Body | Select alder, gloss urethane, Ultra contours |
|---|---|
| Neck | Quartersawn maple, Modern “D”, Ultra Satin, 5-bolt |
| Fingerboard | Ebony, 10″-14″ compound radius, white pearloid 7 mm dots |
| Frets | 21, medium jumbo |
| Scale length | 34″ (864 mm) |
| Nut | Graph Tech TUSQ, 1.875″ (47.6 mm) |
| Pickups | 2 x Ultra II Noiseless Vintage Jazz Bass |
| Controls | Master Volume with S-1 switch, Pan pot, Mid boost/cut + passive tone (stacked), Treble + Bass boost/cut (stacked), Mid frequency mini-toggle |
| Bridge | 5-saddle adjustable HiMass (string-through or top-load) |
| Tuners | Fender “F” light-weight vintage-paddle, tapered shafts |
| Truss rod | Bi-Flex, adjust at headstock |
| Pickguard | 1-ply gold anodized aluminium |
| Hardware | Nickel/chrome |
| Strings | Fender USA 7250-5M nickel-plated steel (.045-.125) |
| Case | Deluxe molded case (included) |
| Colour | Ultraburst |
| Orientation | Right-hand |
| Type | Electric bass, 5-string |
| Electronics | Active 3-band EQ, S-1 active/passive |
Good to know
- Active preamp uses a battery; S-1 switch gives passive mode too.
- Deluxe molded case included.
- 5-string bass – wider neck (47.6 mm nut).
FAQ
Is it active or passive?
Both – the S-1 switch on the volume knob selects active or passive mode.
Will the pickups hum?
Fender says the Ultra II Noiseless pickups give vintage to modern tone without a hint of hum.
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