I bought a JS bass not too long ago just for jamming and recording over my guitar tracks, best bang for your buck! Low action, fast neck, comfortable and sounds great running through my AX8 and FM3.
I picked up a used Jackson Kelly Ellefson signature model from Guitar Center for $375. It's a little beat up but plays amazing. Used is the best way to go with the prices for new guitars going up across the board.
A buddy got the 5 string version and brought it to me for setup, and I gotta say it was just an amazing bass! I was really surprised for some reason, I didn't know Jackson made such great basses.
I have the entry level ESP Ltd B-55. Five String Bass. I bought it years ago. Maybe 2012? For $220. But I really wanted the Jackson five String Concert Bass. But. It had just come out. And the David Ellifson signature Bass. Also Jackson. Was just a little more than I had. Considering I only use the bass for flushing out my recording tracks. I'm not a Bass player....
I've got a Tele, Strat, Paul, and a P-bass; game over! I did get a couple of Ibanez(s) because they were so cheap and both were set-up so low I could not believe it. That looks and sounds great! Rock on! Got the P-bass from Sweetwater and it was set-up so low that a few people might need to raise the action a bit... Kinda hard to order something from an online source but they promised satisfaction guaranteed. I was/am completely satisfied. Super low action.
Late to the party, but enjoyed the bass content from primarily a guitarist viewpoint. I came here after watching your Hotone Ampero review. Looks/sounds like a pretty decent piece of kit 🤘
*Absolutely more bass demos, Brother! I'd love to hear your thoughts on Harley Benton and Xaviere models! And thank you for the great video; now I want a Jackson!* 🤟
Cool review, max. Jackson makes phenomenal bass guitars. I do think they might be underrated just like dean basses. Anywho, the concert basses are definitely phenomenal basses to own if you play metal along with the spectra. With that being said, I’ve been thinking about adding a Jackson bass to my arsenal. Either the concert or the spectra. Another good choice for a metal bass on a budget are the Yamaha trbx and bb basses(which I own). the schecter stiletto basses are another good metal bass. The concert bass is phenomenal sounding. Especially with distortion. 😎🤘🏻🎸
I got a js2 spectra in layaway, and watching vids about the brand kinda scares me if i come to find out i got something horrible. But it looks like i finally made a decent choice. Used market around me kinda sucks. First time buying instruments, so finding a used bass amp is kinda hard too.
I’ve checked out the spectra bass about a few years ago and they actually sound incredible. I am intrigued by the punchy tones and the finishes that it provides. I also like the idea of passive/active switching. So it’s definitely worth checking out. I plan to buy one real soon.
I got one of these on Ebay in mint condition for $145. Didnt even have any light surface scratches. Its the red one. It didnt have a truss rod cover but otherwise it was a brand new bass. The bass is great even at full retail price. The binding and compound radius neck are features usually only found on premium instruments. The bass holds tune and I havent had to worry about intonation as long as I continue to use the same string gauges. The translucent red w/black hardware looks great when the bass is strung with DR Black Beauties. I use a tapered set. Other than that IT'S A JACKSON. You can look at it and you'll have an idea who they had in mind when they designed these basses. You can certainly play any style of music with them but the bass wants to thrash. I have seen hip-hop/funk players using these. The Jackson Humbuckers sound great and the onboard preamp is good enough that if you just had to upgrade something you could change the pickups and keep the factory preamp.
You are so good at this review stuff. That's one of the bass guitars that im considering....never played bass before. Ive been a drummer for many years so learning bass should be fun.
Jackson makes some stellar stuff. In 88 or 89 I bought a Charvel Model 3B in pearl white. I wish I never got rid of that bass. I miss it terribly. Thanks for the great video and for featuring the effects. That was really cool.
Max, you are the only other person I know who slaps bass strings the way I do. We're probably not that uncommon. I slap that low because I learned to dislike the sound of bass strings slapped against the fretboard. It chokes the strings too much for my taste. Now then, I have a couple of suggestions for future bass reviews. I have recently bought 2 basses. One of them is a Glarry GP II, which is a P-bass clone with a bone nut, better neck, fretboard and body woods and a Wilkinson pickup. Sounds GREAT for the money. The other is an Ibanez miKro short-scale axe, with a reverse-style P-bass pickup and a Jazz bridge pickup. Try those axes and you might find out that you like one or both!
Rattle and growl, you say? Perfect! Metal and rock bass needs that dirty higher frequency clank ( *dangle dangle* ) to cut through the wall of sound. Great review!
I am Blind! I’ll have one of these bases in neon green waiting on me at Guitar Center for Friday! Thanks for your review! I lost my drums in a fire ! I think I wanna learn how to play bass
I love Jackson basses, I got 6, js2, couple of concert js3 signed by Ellefson, 2 cbxnt v and a cbxnt dx v also know as the jacksonbacker, I love them, best brand I ever play and I played a Lot of stuff but jackson is the best.
beautiful bass!! Great review!! i have been looking at jaskson js3 models. personally i play ibanez sr 300. i have 2 of those and a ibanez gsr200. also very affordable and very playable basses!!
used instruments are awesome i got a gibson eb5 wine red after selling my ibanez btb 456 qm (with the bartolini pickups) the eb5 was only like low $600 its a gibson bass. and if you mod the instrument it doesn't matter have a good day.
Thanks for the bass review video. I'm toying with the idea of perhaps adding one to my guitar collection / inventory, if for no other reason than I've never even attempted playing bass. So while I'm looking at entry level basses, if there are enough interested in you reviewing more basses, it will do nothing but give me information to make a better decision. One Question, Please?? Did it come with the Skull Knobs or did you add them?? (I had to ask after my significant other showed me your wife's latest video.) Thanks again for the great video!!
Please make a comparison video for the Ibanez humbucker pickup vs That Jackson JS3 or a JS2. There really isnt any video for cheapest good metal basses so thank you.
Howdy. Would the neck nut be suitable for a five string conversion but keeping it a four string bass??? I have an old Tom araya esp version bass I converted to a 5 string sound and kept it at a 4 string set up. It took some custom work but it sounds great. Wondering if this could be configured to the same. And yea more bass reviews would be cool. Great video. Thanks
And then the shipping is super high if its not local, i went to gc store because all used where far, and $30+ on just shipping, gonna hopefully be picking up a Jackson js2 tomorrow with a used ampeg ba 108
So from a beginners standpoint can you still get the same metal and rock tones out of it on like a cheaper amp and such? Or do you realy need that super nice set up to get those tones out of it
I would not buy a cheap js Jackson if you wan't a working instrument. They may need a lot of drilling with power tools to get the thing set up that works.The neck feels good of course but so does anything else without laquer. Just go for Ibanez or ESP and you won't get something you need to have to use powertools on.
Yeah I wish the quality was better wish they'd make them back in Japan again the Chinese quality of the Jacksons are just so inconsistent it's very bad it's like they don't even care the tuners are sometimes put on crooked it just close your eyes and play a Chinese one and then go find an order made in Japan 1 night and day different
Here's a vote for more bass reviews - as a guitarist its good to see bass reviews from the perspective of another guitarist!
I bought a JS bass not too long ago just for jamming and recording over my guitar tracks, best bang for your buck! Low action, fast neck, comfortable and sounds great running through my AX8 and FM3.
I picked up a used Jackson Kelly Ellefson signature model from Guitar Center for $375. It's a little beat up but plays amazing. Used is the best way to go with the prices for new guitars going up across the board.
A buddy got the 5 string version and brought it to me for setup, and I gotta say it was just an amazing bass! I was really surprised for some reason, I didn't know Jackson made such great basses.
Yes, more bass and bass related gear (amps, pedals etc.) reviews, please!
I have the entry level ESP Ltd B-55. Five String Bass. I bought it years ago. Maybe 2012? For $220. But I really wanted the Jackson five String Concert Bass. But. It had just come out. And the David Ellifson signature Bass. Also Jackson. Was just a little more than I had. Considering I only use the bass for flushing out my recording tracks. I'm not a Bass player....
I recently bought a brand new one. I love it. Worth every penny. Great review!
I bought my first Jackson JS32 guitar last year and now I am a BIG fanboy for Jackson and the series. Crazy bang for buck.
More bass reviews please! This was a great in-depth review, keep up the superior work!!!
Thanks! Will do!
I've got a Tele, Strat, Paul, and a P-bass; game over! I did get a couple of Ibanez(s) because they were so cheap and both were set-up so low I could not believe it. That looks and sounds great! Rock on!
Got the P-bass from Sweetwater and it was set-up so low that a few people might need to raise the action a bit... Kinda hard to order something from an online source but they promised satisfaction guaranteed. I was/am completely satisfied. Super low action.
I just bought a new JS22 in metallic blue along with a Fender champion 40, impressed so far.
Late to the party, but enjoyed the bass content from primarily a guitarist viewpoint. I came here after watching your Hotone Ampero review. Looks/sounds like a pretty decent piece of kit 🤘
Yes please do more bass reviews. 💪
*Absolutely more bass demos, Brother! I'd love to hear your thoughts on Harley Benton and Xaviere models! And thank you for the great video; now I want a Jackson!* 🤟
Thanks! Will do!
These are sick basses for all things (though dressed for metal), and the price is hard to beat. Especially in that find for $140. Nice!
LOVE this bass! im actually debating whether to get one of these or the reissued Ibanez RGB305 🤤 ps MORE BASSES AND EXTENDED RANGE GUITARS YES 😂
Can't go wrong with a Jackson
I agree with more bass reviews. I don't currently follow any bass focused channels.
So glad to see you checking out a bass!!!
Yes! More basses please!
Cool review, max. Jackson makes phenomenal bass guitars. I do think they might be underrated just like dean basses. Anywho, the concert basses are definitely phenomenal basses to own if you play metal along with the spectra. With that being said, I’ve been thinking about adding a Jackson bass to my arsenal. Either the concert or the spectra.
Another good choice for a metal bass on a budget are the Yamaha trbx and bb basses(which I own). the schecter stiletto basses are another good metal bass. The concert bass is phenomenal sounding. Especially with distortion. 😎🤘🏻🎸
I got a js2 spectra in layaway, and watching vids about the brand kinda scares me if i come to find out i got something horrible. But it looks like i finally made a decent choice. Used market around me kinda sucks. First time buying instruments, so finding a used bass amp is kinda hard too.
I’ve checked out the spectra bass about a few years ago and they actually sound incredible. I am intrigued by the punchy tones and the finishes that it provides. I also like the idea of passive/active switching. So it’s definitely worth checking out. I plan to buy one real soon.
I got one of these on Ebay in mint condition for $145. Didnt even have any light surface scratches. Its the red one. It didnt have a truss rod cover but otherwise it was a brand new bass. The bass is great even at full retail price. The binding and compound radius neck are features usually only found on premium instruments. The bass holds tune and I havent had to worry about intonation as long as I continue to use the same string gauges. The translucent red w/black hardware looks great when the bass is strung with DR Black Beauties. I use a tapered set. Other than that IT'S A JACKSON. You can look at it and you'll have an idea who they had in mind when they designed these basses. You can certainly play any style of music with them but the bass wants to thrash. I have seen hip-hop/funk players using these. The Jackson Humbuckers sound great and the onboard preamp is good enough that if you just had to upgrade something you could change the pickups and keep the factory preamp.
I would really enjoy more bass reviews from you
Yes, more bass reviews. Could you include some mid- and short-scale basses as well?
Old Peavey T40 guy here. I love my new Jackson concert bass.
You are so good at this review stuff. That's one of the bass guitars that im considering....never played bass before. Ive been a drummer for many years so learning bass should be fun.
Jackson makes some stellar stuff. In 88 or 89 I bought a Charvel Model 3B in pearl white. I wish I never got rid of that bass. I miss it terribly. Thanks for the great video and for featuring the effects. That was really cool.
Bass guitar reviews in the future would be so cool to see, would give someone looking to get a bass guitar options before deciding on buying one
yes yes and yes on the more Bass reviews
#Jackson needs to make more flying V Basses , we bassist would love that!🎸🤘🏼🍻👍🏼
Love that riff from P 27-3 setting. Smooth stuff dude!
Max, you are the only other person I know who slaps bass strings the way I do. We're probably not that uncommon. I slap that low because I learned to dislike the sound of bass strings slapped against the fretboard. It chokes the strings too much for my taste.
Now then, I have a couple of suggestions for future bass reviews. I have recently bought 2 basses. One of them is a Glarry GP II, which is a P-bass clone with a bone nut, better neck, fretboard and body woods and a Wilkinson pickup. Sounds GREAT for the money. The other is an Ibanez miKro short-scale axe, with a reverse-style P-bass pickup and a Jazz bridge pickup. Try those axes and you might find out that you like one or both!
You do the best reviews on UA-cam.
Thanks!
Sounds nice dude! Really cool bass!
Hey, thanks!
More bass reviews!
Yes dude, do more Reviews
More Bass please, I'm a long time Jackson player, would be good to compare other Basses for this genre to the mighty Jackson's , Cheers!
Yes do more bass reviews
Rattle and growl, you say? Perfect! Metal and rock bass needs that dirty higher frequency clank ( *dangle dangle* ) to cut through the wall of sound.
Great review!
I am Blind! I’ll have one of these bases in neon green waiting on me at Guitar Center for Friday! Thanks for your review! I lost my drums in a fire ! I think I wanna learn how to play bass
I love Jackson basses, I got 6, js2, couple of concert js3 signed by Ellefson, 2 cbxnt v and a cbxnt dx v also know as the jacksonbacker, I love them, best brand I ever play and I played a Lot of stuff but jackson is the best.
beautiful bass!! Great review!! i have been looking at jaskson js3 models. personally i play ibanez sr 300. i have 2 of those and a ibanez gsr200. also very affordable and very playable basses!!
More Basses , great video !!
Hey, Jackson! The 1980's called. They want their headstock design back 🤣
I have 5 of these basses and they are great for the money!
Good video. You should check out the schector basses.its a little more money but I think they play , feel and sound way better.
Thanks. Your content makes starting out easier.
used instruments are awesome i got a gibson eb5 wine red after selling my ibanez btb 456 qm (with the bartolini pickups) the eb5 was only like low $600 its a gibson bass. and if you mod the instrument it doesn't matter have a good day.
This old model the body wood is Indian Cedro.
The JS2 also has active circuit (according to Jackson website)
Max rockin the low end. Didn’t know you had it in ya. Need some Steve Harris runs. I really like the Modeler
Thanks for the bass review video. I'm toying with the idea of perhaps adding one to my guitar collection / inventory, if for no other reason than I've never even attempted playing bass. So while I'm looking at entry level basses, if there are enough interested in you reviewing more basses, it will do nothing but give me information to make a better decision. One Question, Please?? Did it come with the Skull Knobs or did you add them?? (I had to ask after my significant other showed me your wife's latest video.) Thanks again for the great video!!
140 bucks ! Thats just crazy !!🙃
Yes, more bass reviews would be great
More Basses!
Yeaaaah more basses!!!
Please make a comparison video for the Ibanez humbucker pickup vs That Jackson JS3 or a JS2. There really isnt any video for cheapest good metal basses so thank you.
Howdy. Would the neck nut be suitable for a five string conversion but keeping it a four string bass??? I have an old Tom araya esp version bass I converted to a 5 string sound and kept it at a 4 string set up. It took some custom work but it sounds great. Wondering if this could be configured to the same. And yea more bass reviews would be cool. Great video. Thanks
Do some more bass. Also put in some acoustic guitar reviews.
Max you should try out a synyster gates signature guitar it would be awesome
Yes! More bass stuff!
It's kinda rare to find used guitar for 50% price.
Usually people have too high price for a used instruments.
And then the shipping is super high if its not local, i went to gc store because all used where far, and $30+ on just shipping, gonna hopefully be picking up a Jackson js2 tomorrow with a used ampeg ba 108
I would like to see a review of all the effects for bass of the ampero, plz
Bass guitar is cool! Thx for the review.
If you really want a great bass try and find a Jackson CMG Concert bass made in Japan. One of the great basses not to many people know about.
Love me some Winger!
Truly the golden age of cheap instruments.
Very nice looking and sounding bass.
More bass reviews and more gear
As a guitar player, I am looking for a bass to learn for creating my own own metal bass riffs.
"If you wanna play your Winger stuff" ahahahaha
i guess the 2000s till now its rockin
I bought one new 10 years ago and it's still all original and flawless. Very surprised considering
the Indian made models were iffy on quality.
LTD B-15 5 strings bass,that one please
i have an ibanez 38 mm nut jackson has 42mm nut ? can you feel the difference ? also is it jumbo frets on the jack
I was a nice change up 👍
M O R E bass please!
Jackson concert bass js1x VS Ibanez Mikro GSRM20 ? It would be nice to compare the two since new they are similar in price.
Muy interesante...but for real it's nice to see some low end support.
Holy wha! Whin did you start playing bass?
Hi Max,Can you help me review the product?
Was that a bit of Fleetwood Mac at the end there? Interesting...🤔
Interesting...
*Cries in left Handed*
So from a beginners standpoint can you still get the same metal and rock tones out of it on like a cheaper amp and such? Or do you realy need that super nice set up to get those tones out of it
Schlappa the bass-a, MAX!!! 😄🙂
Nice find!!!
It looks good and sounds good
It's about time...🤪🤪🤪
Yay some Bass love!
I would not buy a cheap js Jackson if you wan't a working instrument. They may need a lot of drilling with power tools to get the thing set up that works.The neck feels good of course but so does anything else without laquer. Just go for Ibanez or ESP and you won't get something you need to have to use powertools on.
Interesting…
I own one and Its really good however the quality is not that good on these basses
BASS!
Yeah I wish the quality was better wish they'd make them back in Japan again the Chinese quality of the Jacksons are just so inconsistent it's very bad it's like they don't even care the tuners are sometimes put on crooked it just close your eyes and play a Chinese one and then go find an order made in Japan 1 night and day different
This one is made in India.
If I was a rocker I'd go for the biggest hugest bad ass looking bass like this and don't get any mikro ones they're bad if you're over 15
Gostei 👍
They’re $500
Not as good or affordable as David Ellefson's signature basses tho... 😼
does that bass pedal have a lemmy setting on it. lol
#115_FuckingBatteries_OMG⚠️🦆