Offbeat Guitars JAX-5: The Ultimate Medium Scale 5-String Bass

Extended Range. Perfect Reach.

The Offbeat Guitars JAX-5 is a boutique solution for bassists who want the extended low B string without the long reach and fatigue of a traditional 34'' or 35'' scale.

This instrument is built around the highly comfortable medium scale 5  string  bass platform, ensuring a tighter feel and easier navigation across the neck.

If you are seeking a medium scale 5  string  bass that delivers high-output tone, premium hardware, and a surprisingly lightweight 5 string bass build, the JAX-5 provides the professional performance you need in a compact package.

Optimized Scale and Active Power

The JAX-5 is engineered with high-end components to deliver flawless performance and supreme comfort.

Ergonomics and Foundation

• The 32 Inch Scale Bass Advantage: Built with a comfortable 32-inch scale bass length, the JAX-5 reduces wrist strain and provides a slightly tighter string tension than a short scale, making complex runs and low B articulation easier for many players.
• Lightweight Construction: Weighing in at just 8.6  lbs, this lightweight 5-string bass remains balanced and comfortable, even with a high-mass bridge and dual batteries.
• Resonant Tonewood: The body is crafted from Sandblasted Eastern White Pine, a resonant and punchy tonewood that helps the instrument’s voice stand out, often described as a perfect tonal midpoint.

Active High-Output Tone

• Active EMG Bass Power: The JAX-5 features a robust active  EMG  bass system, combining the 40PCS  neck pickup (ceramic/steel, slightly scooped) and the 40PA  bridge pickup (AlNiCo, slight mid-boost). This pairing ensures a balanced yet powerful tone that is ready for any genre.
• EMG BTS Preamp: The electronics utilize the EMG  V/V/BTS  2-band  preamp, which is high-headroom, low-noise, and powered by dual 9V batteries for maximum clarity and output.

Premium Neck and Hardware

• Stability and Feel: The neck is crafted from Carbon Fiber Reinforced Hades Roasted Maple with a Wenge fretboard, ensuring superior stability and durability. The oil/poly/beeswax blend finish feels incredibly smooth and fast.
• Hipshot Precision: Equipped with professional Hipshot  Bridge and Tuners. The KickAss  bridge enhances sustain and allows for precise string spacing adjustments, while the Ultralite  tuners maintain perfect balance and tuning stability.
• Ready-to-Go: Includes a Gator 4G Gig  Bag with 20mm of padding to protect your investment.

Technical Specs Summary

Own the Extended Range, Effortlessly

The Offbeat Guitars JAX-5 is the definitive medium scale 5  string  bass solution, blending boutique craftsmanship with the uncompromising power of an active EMG bass. Order yours today!