The American Ultra II is Fender's most advanced instrument series, crafted for players who strive for the best. These guitars and basses use premium materials, precision craftsmanship, and cutting - edge design, combining state - of - the - art features with long - lasting quality.
The Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass stands out with a carefully selected alder body and sculpted contours. The quartersawn maple neck has a Modern D profile and a smooth Ultra Satin finish for easy playing. Its ebony 10” - 14” compound radius fingerboard comes with Ultra rolled edges, medium - jumbo frets, Luminlay side dots, and a Graph Tech TUSQ nut.
The tapered neck heel and body contours give you great access to the higher notes. You can easily set up and adjust the truss rod through the headstock.
Equipped with specially designed Haymaker bass humbuckers, this bass offers a wide tonal range. It has deep lows, powerful mids, and clear highs, all without any hum. The redesigned preamp gives you full control over your tone, with features like S - 1 switching for active/passive operation, passive tone control, and 3 - band active EQ with switchable midrange frequency.
Other useful features include an adjustable HiMass top - load or string - through - body bridge, light - weight Fender tuners with tapered shafts, knurled aluminium knobs, and a 1 - ply anodized aluminium pickguard.
The American Ultra II Meteora Bass combines iconic style with advanced features to take your playing to new levels. It's perfect for players who need flawless tone, versatility, and top - notch performance.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Meteora Bass
- Body Material: Select Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Urethane
- Neck Profile: Modern 'D'
- Fretboard Material: Maple
- Fretboard Radius: 10' to 14' Compound Radius (254 mm to 355.6 mm)
- Scale Length: 25.5' (64.77 cm)
- No. of Frets: 22 Narrow Tall Frets
- Fretboard Inlays: Black Pearloid Dot - 7mm
- Pickups: Haymaker Bass Humbucker (Bridge), Haymaker Bass Humbucker (Middle)
- Bridge: 2 - Point Synchronized Tremolo with Bent Steel Saddles, Pop - In Tremolo Arm and Cold - Rolled Steel Block
- Pickguard: 1 - Ply Black Anodized Aluminium
- Strings: Fender USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges), PN 0737250406
- Tuning Machines: Fender 'F' Light - Weight Vintage - Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Case: Deluxe Moulded Case
Using your Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass is a breeze. First, make sure it's properly tuned using the Fender light - weight tuners. Plug it into your amplifier and start exploring the wide range of tones available through the Haymaker bass humbuckers and the preamp. You can switch between active and passive operation with the S - 1 switch and adjust the tone using the passive tone control and 3 - band active EQ.
When it comes to maintenance, keep the bass clean. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe it down after each use, especially the strings and the fretboard. For the fretboard, you can use a specialized fretboard cleaner every few months. The hardware, like the bridge and tuners, should be checked regularly for any loose parts. If you notice any issues, have it serviced by a professional.
Be careful when transporting the bass. Always use the deluxe moulded case it comes with to protect it from bumps and scratches. And when you're not playing, store it in a dry, cool place to avoid any damage to the wood or electronics.
