Selling my 2021 American Ultra.
Bass is in very good condition, has a couple of very small marks. One on headstock, one light scratch where the bass sits on your leg (couldn’t get a photograph of it) couple of marks on the scratch plate from being played.
Has a great vintage tone and got that precision thump when panned to the neck pickup. The bridge pickup sounds very vintage jazz bass.
Works really well as either a passive or an active bass. In passive mode it has a low pass filter. As an active bass has a 3 band boost/cut eq for tone shaping.
Has a light flame in the maple of the neck to give it a bit more class!
Includes the case and all the original case candy. Case is immaculate.
Lovely bass, only selling as I have a number of basses that do a similar job and want to create a bit more elbow room in my studio!!
From the Fender website:
American Ultra is our most advanced series of guitars and basses for discerning players who demand the ultimate in precision, performance and tone. The American Ultra Precision Bass features a unique "Modern D" neck profile with Ultra rolled fingerboard edges for hours of playing comfort, and the tapered neck heel allows easy access to the highest register. A speedy 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard with 21 medium-jumbo frets means effortless action, while the Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups and advanced wiring options provide endless tonal possibilities - without hum. The sculpted rear body contours are as beautiful as they are functional. This versatile, state-of-the-art instrument will inspire you to push your playing to new heights.
Other features include "F"-stamped lightweight vintage-paddle tuning machines with tapered shafts, chrome hardware and bone nut. Includes premium molded hardshell case.
FEATURES
Alder or ash body
One Ultra Noiseless Vintage split-coil P Bass® pickup; one Ultra Noiseless Vintage single-coil Jazz Bass pickup
"Modern D"-shaped neck profile
10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard; 21 medium-jumbo frets
HIGHLIGHTS
MODERN "D" NECK
Slim with wide shoulders, the “Modern D” neck profile works for any style of playing. Ultra rolled fingerboard edges and a silky, smooth Ultra satin finish make the neck effortless to play.
10”-14” COMPOUND-RADIUS
Built for speed and easy bending, the 10”-14” compound-radius fingerboard is rounded near the nut, becoming increasingly flatter as it nears the upper register.
ULTRA NOISELESS VINTAGE PICKUPS
The Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage pickups feature true classic Fender tone without hum.
ENHANCED BODY CONTOURS
The tapered neck heel allows unparalleled access to the upper registers of the fingerboard, while the sculpted rear body contour is designed for comfort.
REDESIGNED ACTIVE/PASSIVE PREAMP
Redesigned for the Ultra Noiseless Vintage bass pickups, this 18 volt preamp features sweeter highs, focused mids and more usable bass. An active/passive mini switch allows you to change modes on the fly.
HIMASS™ BRIDGE
The HiMass bridge delivers rock-solid sustain, intonation and tuning stability.
SPECS
BODY
Body Material
Alder
Body Finish
Gloss Urethane
Body Shape
Precision Bass®
NECK
Neck Material
Maple
Neck Construction
5-Bolt
Neck Finish
Ultra Satin Urethane with Gloss Headstock Face
Neck Shape
Modern "D"
Scale Length
34" (86.36 cm)
Fingerboard Material
Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius
10" to 14" Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)
Number of Frets
21
Fret Size
Medium Jumbo
Nut Material
Bone
Nut Width
1.625" (41.3 mm)
Position Inlays
White Pearloid Dot - 7mm
Side Dots
White
Truss Rod
Bi-Flex™
ELECTRONICS
Bridge Pickup
Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Jazz Bass®
Middle Pickup
Ultra Noiseless™ Vintage Precision Bass®
Controls
Master Volume, Pan Pot (Pickup Selector), Treble Boost/Cut, Midrange Boost/Cut, Bass Boost/Cut, Passive Tone, Active/Passive Mini Toggle
Switching
None
Configuration
SS
HARDWARE
Bridge
4-Saddle HiMass™ (Toploaded)
Hardware Finish
Nickel/Chrome
Tuning Machines
Fender® "F" Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts
Pickguard
3-Ply
Control Knobs
Knurled Flat-Top
Neck Plate