Jackson Pro Series Spectra IV NT SBP Cherry Burst four string active bass "AS-IS"

The active electronics board is broken on this bass, so it works in passive mode only, no tone controls.  

This is a great guitar, the neck through design gives it great sustain and tone.  The neck and body have a nice satin feel.  The preamp section of this bass is broken, it does not work.  It works in passive mode, so the pickups work, but that means that there are no tone controls.  This is a great project bass for someone who can repair the board, or who wants to use some type of higher-end preamp system, an 18 volt discrete component preamp would put this bass over the top, tone-wise.   The action is nice and low, it really plays fast.  As far as condition goes, it looks very nice, but as a refurbished instrument, it has some light scuffs, dings and signs of handling.  It has been stamped "used" on the back of the headstock to prevent false warranty claims, it is sold as used.  

The Jackson® Pro Series Spectra Bass is a finely crafted instrument with its very essence right there in the name - a bass for professionals. A bold bass that's more than just a cut above the others; a bass designed to deliver the finest to the demanding and adventurous pro player. The finest in style, tone, comfort and playability.

Starting with style, the all-new Pro Series Spectra Bass SBP IV features a unique multi-laminate poplar burl/walnut/maple/walnut/mahogany body wrapped in an elegant Transparent Cherry Burst finish, complete with a unique 3x2 color matched headstock with an understated "J" logo and gold hardware.

The offset Spectra Bass body style was also innovatively designed with the professional musician in mind, featuring a larger upper horn that evenly distributes weight throughout the instrument for perfect balance and playing comfort. The through-body five-piece maple/walnut/maple/walnut/maple with graphite reinforcement ensures ultimate stability and formidable sustain, while the speed neck contour and 12"-16" compound radius caramelized jatoba fingerboard with 24 frets and oval dark pearl inlays offer superior playability.

The Pro SBP IV provides a full-sonic spectrum for even the most versatile and progressive bassists. Featuring alnico magnets, the Nordstrand® SB4 single-coil soapbar bridge and neck pickups deliver an all-around pulverizing and striking sound with brighter, cleaner and punchier characteristics. Wide-ranging tonal command comes from a three-band active EQ, two-way toggle switch to bypass or engage active circuit for the 3-band EQ, blend control and volume control. The two-way toggle switch eliminates the risk of losing sound due to a dead battery by bypassing the active circuit and making it easy to regain sound from the bass without the use of battery power. An additional three-way toggle switch dials in a specific mid-frequency range for even more pinpoint tonal control.

This five-string, 35"-scale bass also features a Jackson Single-String hardtail bridge that enhances individual note attack and improves sustain.