Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS23 Red Stain


Description
The Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS23, a versatile 4-string bass with an offset poplar body and bolt-on maple neck. The brand-new body shape provides perfect balance and comfort for hours of playing. A 12" radius bound laurel fingerboard with 24 frets sits atop the maple neck, which has a scarf joint design and speed neck contour.
Powerful Pickups Deliver a Range of Tones
The Spectra Bass JS23 provides a sound as unique as the bassist playing it. A Jackson J-style bridge pickup and P-style neck pickup deliver everything from punchy growls to lucid tones. The pickups can be blended and shaped using the volume control, blend control and bass boost control. A push/pull selector on the volume control engages or bypasses the active circuit for the bass boost, so you'll never lose sound to a dead battery.
Rock-Solid Bridge Provides Sustain and Stability
A Jackson HiMass bridge provides rock-solid stability, improved sustain, and a bold tone. The bridge works with the poplar body and maple neck to produce a resonant, full sound with rich harmonics.
Unique Styling and High Playability
The Spectra Bass JS23 has a unique offset body shape and a Jackson 2x2 headstock for distinctive style. A 34" scale length, 12" radius fingerboard, and speed neck contour provide a fast, comfortable playing feel for any technique. The bass comes in red stain or walnut stain with black hardware for an eye-catching appearance.
Highly Affordable Versatility
Highly affordable yet packed with professional features, the Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS23 provides exceptional value for bassists of all levels. This versatile 4-string bass produces a range of tones for any musical style.



Features
- 34" scale length, 4-string bass
- Poplar body
- Bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint
- 12" radius bound laurel fingerboard with 24 frets and white dot inlays
- J-style bridge pickup, P-style neck pickup
- Volume control (with push/pull selector to bypass active circuit), blend control and bass boost control (active only) Jackson HiMass bridge
- Jackson sealed die-cast tuners
- Unique Jackson 2x2 headstock
- Available in red stain or walnut stain with black hardware
- Case sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Specs
- Shape: Slim
- Wood: Maple
- Neck joint: Bolt-on
- Scale length: 34"
- Truss rod: Dual-action
- Finish: Satin
- Neck: P-style neck pickup
- Bridge: J-style bridge pickup
- Control layout: Master volume, blend, active bass boost
- Special electronics: Active/passive mode
- Material: Laurel
- Radius: 12"
- Fret size: Medium
- Number of frets: 24
- Inlays: Dot
- Nut material/width: Plastic, 1.5" (38 mm)
- Body type: Solidbody single cutaway
- Body wood: Poplar
- Top wood: Poplar
- Body finish: Satin
- Bridge/tailpiece: Individual saddle
- Tuning machines: Die-cast
- Color: Black
- Number of strings: 4
- Case: Sold separately
- Country of origin: Indonesia
Warranty
One year parts and labor warranty for guitars purchased before 1/1/2000.
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Most Liked Positive Review
Lightweight and comfortable bass
I got the Walnut stain color and coupled with the black hardware and white binding make for a really good looking instrument. Comfortably shaped body and a narrow neck (with a little bit of chunk to it) makes it pretty easy to play. It balances well on the lap with just a hint of neck dive but none at all with a strap. Hardware all seems solid and the bridge is a neat looking high mass type (it's got tons of sustain). The pickups are strong and clean sounding and you could play most any type of music with it. My only gripe with this bass is the controls - you get volume, pick up blend, and a battery powered bass boost control instead of a simple tone control, so you'll have to use your amp's EQ instead. For what it's worth, you do get a passive mode switch where pulling up on the volume control bypasses this boost feature. Also, the battery is inconveniently located in the control cavity (not good if you're in a hurry). However I bought this bass solely for the looks and light weight. I mod my basses a lot and and may swap the boost for a tone control someday. Overall, a nice bass for someone starting out. Jackson is not a household name for bass guitars but check them out!
Most Liked Negative Review
Entry level bass guitar with a few nice features
I purchased this bass to have kicking around the music room. I chose it for affordability and a few nice features not typically fond on guitars in this price range.
- Jamming15
- Practicing15
- Recording11
- Rock Concerts5
- Small Venues4
- Fret Buzz4
- Longevity is questionable.1
- Bass boost doesn't add much to the sound.1
- Neck a little chunky1
- Some buzzing on the neck pickups1
- Experienced10
- Novice9
- Good Feel16
- Good Tone16
- Fun To Play15
- Good Pick Up11
- Solid Electronics10
Reviewed by 19 customers
Jackson spectra bass flat red JS23
Verified Buyer
submitted4 months ago
byGeno
fromFairlawn Ohio
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
This bass is excellent sound and has a terrific neck the pickups punch that sound out. Outstanding all the way
Decent bass
submitted6 months ago
byChuck
fromBrowns Mills NJ
I picked up this bass in walnut to start playing again after 35 years due to switching to vocals. Once I adjusted the neck, changed pickups to EMG's, went with DR Black Beauties, the bass sounds really good. I will be adding more basses to my arsenal eventually but Jackson has never let me down.
GREAT BASS, GREAT FOR BEGINNERS OR ADVANCED PLAYERS
submitted6 months ago
byMatt
fromFresno, CA
I keep reading how it's a great "Beginner Bass" and the guy at guitar center said the same thing when I bought it and suggested i buy a bass more designed for advanced players, but I knew better, been playing bass for 21 years now and I knew in seconds this bass is awesome, loving it!
This is above expectations
Verified Buyer
submitted8 months ago
byDavid
fromBeacon Ny
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
I had never considered the Jackson brand but I was sold on a similar looking instrument. I tried this one and I liked the way it felt and it seemed to have a good clear sound. It is a budget bass but seemed to be solidly built and was on sale. As a beginner bassist I appreciate the straight-forward simplicity of this instrument but also appreciate its capability. My primary purpose is song-writing and casual use not performance, but I do appreciate flexibility as my needs change.
I would likely buy this product again
Verified Buyer
submitted8 months ago
byDavid
fromBeacon NY
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
This is a budget bass that is good for songwriting and for learning basic bass playing. The tone and quality are surprisingly good for the price point. I was unfamiliar with the Jackson brand but found this model to be similar to an Ibanez bass that I like though not the same.
Worth the money
submitteda year ago
byEthan
fromCharlotte North Carolina
I've been using it to practice and eventually I'll take it to a live show but it's a good bass. The neck is pretty thick which can cause the area where your thumb is to crank but it sounds very good the price, it's a good beginner bass but the thick neck may be an issue for people
Q&A
Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.
submitted2 years ago
asked byBjmoore
fromParma, OH
Does this bass handle B standard tuning well?
No. I don't think it would do well below 'D'submitted3 years ago
asked byMilford Mike
fromMilford, MA
Does the preamp require a battery to work?
This bass has active pickups, so a 9 volt battery is required.submitted3 years ago
asked byFUNKOBAHL
fromWaukee,IA
What is the total length of the guitar
Approximately 37".submitted3 years ago
asked byDani
fromundisclosed
What's the weight on this bass?
13 Pounds.submitted3 years ago
asked byFUNKOBAHL
fromWaukee,IA
What is the total length
About 44"submitted3 years ago
asked byERIK
fromThomaston, CT
I purchased a Jackson JS23 Bass from Guitar Center that did not include any tools. What tool do I need to adjust the string height on the saddles. None of the hex keys I own for other instruments fits.
Please contact a Customer Service Agent for trouble shooting inquiriessubmitted4 years ago
asked byDwayne
fromMesa, Az.
Can I get this bass guitar in left hand? 116273426 or 116273418?
Please contact a Sales Agent for Special Order Placementsubmitted4 years ago
asked byHector
fromundisclosed
Are the pickups passive or active pickups? I'm a little confused about the active bypass feature.
The pups are passive, they don't run through the pre-amp. The EQ controls do run through the pre-amp, the EQ is what is active. The bypass feature allows you to bypass the pre-amp and run passive. Active and passive sound different. You may prefer one over the other.