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Jackson's JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 is designed to inspire creativity. This 4-string bass features an offset poplar body with an oversized upper horn that evenly distributes weight, providing a balanced feel for hours of playing comfort. The bolt-on maple neck and 12"-16" compound radius laurel fingerboard facilitate fast, accurate fingering across the length of the 34" scale. The Spectra Bass JS3 produces massive low end courtesy of its dual Jackson humbucking pickups.

Sculpt Your Sound with the 3-Band EQ

The Spectra Bass JS3's active 3-band EQ provides tonal control over the lows, mids and highs, allowing you to boost or cut frequencies to achieve your desired sound. When the battery dies or you prefer a more straightforward setup, simply pull up on the volume knob to bypass the active circuit and utilize the bass's passive tone circuit. The push/pull volume knob makes switching between active and passive modes a breeze so you're always ready to play.

Power and Versatility United in the Pickups

The Spectra Bass JS3's dual Jackson humbucking pickups deliver a bold, growling tone that cuts through the mix. A two-way toggle switch allows you to split the coils of each pickup for a brighter single-coil tone when desired. Whether you need an aggressive rock tone or a vintage-inspired sound, the Spectra Bass JS3's pickups have you covered.

Rock-Solid Sustain and Intonation

The Jackson HiMass bridge provides exceptional stability and improved sustain. Its adjustable saddles allow for precise intonation so your Spectra Bass JS3 will play in tune all the way up the fretboard. The HiMass bridge's solid construction also helps transfer string vibration to the body, enhancing resonance.

Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 Silver Burst
Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 Silver Burst
Jackson JS Series Spectra Bass JS3 Silver Burst

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Full-scale poplar body in a gloss finish
  • One-piece maple neck with laurel fretboard and 24 jumbo frets
  • HH pickup configuration, active/passive option for 3-band EQ
  • Black hardware includes Jackson HiMass bridge and die-cast tuners
warning

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.

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Neck
  • Wood: Maple
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34”
  • Truss rod: Dual-action
  • Finish: Satin
Pickups
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary humbucker
  • Control layout: Master volume
  • Special electronics: 3-band EQ
Fretboard
  • Material: Laurel
  • Radius: Compound
  • Fret size: Jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material/width: Plastic/1.5"
Body
  • Body Type: Solid Body
  • Body wood: Poplar
  • Body finish: Gloss
Hardware
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: High mass
  • Tuning machines: Sealed die-cast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 4 string
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Orientation: Right-handed

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4.11

9 Reviews

78%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming8
  2. Practicing7
  3. Recording5
  4. Small Venues4
  5. Rock Concerts2
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship2
  2. Fret Buzz2
  3. None2
  4. Bulky bridge1
  5. Neck fit and finish poor1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Professional Musician2
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Pick Up8
  2. Good Tone8
  3. Solid Electronics8
  4. Fun To Play7
  5. Good Feel7
  • Loving the new Jackson J3 bass

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda month ago

    byMichael

    fromNJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Wanted to pick up a bass for my recording studio to have available for any musicians to join in. As it turns out I'm really enjoying playing it myself.

  • Love it to death

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byEthan

    fromLas Vegas, Nevada

    Looks pretty, very light. The electronics, hardware, are 100% to my liking. The only small issue was the bridge, very bulky and big even height wise, so lowering my saddles all the way when setting it up was a slight problem but was fixed after replacing it with a GOTOH bass bridge.

  • Great Bass

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byRon

    fromTallahassee, FL

    Setup was perfect. I haven't made any adjustments. It is now my favorite for gigs. I have received a lot of compliments for it's looks and sound.

  • Under rated!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byPJ

    fromStuart, Fl

    I absolutely love this bass. The sound is perfect for me and my ability. I didn't buy online- and I would never. Play before you buy!!

  • Amazing Bass!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byBart

    fromMidlothian, VA

    I purchased this bass while out on a limb looking for a new bass. I really loved the looks and the feeling of the neck and the body. This instrument has amazing electronics and versatility when it comes to playing. Great tone, pickups, feeling, tuning, and choice in tone.

  • Great bass!

    4

    submitted4 years ago

    byFlipper W

    fromPhoenix AZ

    I gig in medium to large clubs, the tones are great and holds their own. I bought this as a backup but it's become my main baby, I play hard classic rock type of music but this bass could be used for any genre of music.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byRob

    fromJohnstown pa

    Does the 9 volt battery drop in or does it have a plug

    Does the 9 volt battery drop in or does it have a plug

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    It has a clip.
  • asked byRob

    fromJohnstown pa

    Does it require a 9 volt battery

    Does it require a 9 volt battery

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it does.