When all are set flat at 0, there is no perceivable difference from your passive tone. Our 3-band preamp controls Bass Boost, Mid Boost, and Treble Boost. This helps us achieve a more open and transparent sound that allows the instrument to translate its inherent tone without colouration. Our preamps are handmade right here in Hamilton using discrete components (transistors, resistors, capacitors) rather than over-engineered IC chips. To eliminate 60-cycle hum associated with traditional single-coils, simply pull up on the bridge volume knob to engage hum-cancelling mode.

While the focus is still a strong midrange and clear high end, the overall tone is thicker, smoother, and with none of the grit or grain in the higher frequencies. Our pickups take the Jazz Bass single-coil a few steps further. The passive tone control functions whether in passive or active mode enabling it to modify a different set of frequencies than the ones affected by the active tone controls. The two separate volumes allow you to blend the two pickups in any amount of each, not limiting you to the fixed levels of a blend control. The addition of the very natural sounding preamp allows for variability towards more modern sounds. This bass produces a thick rich sound reminiscent of a good vintage tone with a sweet rather than harsh high end however, retaining the ability to cut through a mix. We’re often asked how our BN series differs from our VF series-the BN is a bigger yet more refined and “polite” tone that can still get plenty aggressive when asked. The result is a big yet controlled bottom end, a rich punchy midrange, and a high end that is articulate yet sweet. The F Bass pickups and preamp are natural & transparent though offer the flexibility of a modern active bass. The BN series’ voice leans heavily on the wood choices and design of the instrument itself, with the electronics designed to simply enhance those attributes, rather than color them. While it has roots stemming from the original Jazz Bass, it has slowly morphed into our signature sound, feel, and look. The BN series is the product of 40+ years of F Bass evolution. Matte black finish with rare, SUPER hard to find Pale Moon Ebony Fingerboard F Bass BN5: Pale Moon Ebony Fingerboard, Matte Black finish

Pale moon ebony fingerboard