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X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, Absynthe Frost
Description
The all-new Jackson® X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV is a highly versatile bass designed for one express purpose—bringing the thunder to your music. Upgraded electronics, classically brutal style and fast, efficient playability make this entry into the lineup a fundamental force to be reckoned with. Perfect for rock or metal—or other styles that demand low, punchy bass—this instrument is an unbelievable value.This 34”-scale bass pairs a poplar body with a graphite-reinforced neck-thro
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Discussed in What in the world? in the TalkBass community
Shizzean
Not quite sure what designers at Jackson/FMIC are thinking on this one. Definitely a crapshoot on their part... New :: X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, Absynthe ... ... more
jd56hawk
Looks like they spent more time coming up with an original color than an original bass. Absinthe Frost? Who are they trying to hook with that one, Anne Rice fans? Seriously, a ... ... more
SLPimp
They were thinking they wanted to sell me a bass. ... more
Tim Schnautz
I think it'd be great if it had a Tele heaedstock... ... more
Discussed in The Praise and Worship Band Bassists Club in the TalkBass community
Alan Ace Cooper
Anyone want a FenderRickJackson? [image] Basses :: X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, Absynthe Frost ... more
gstaats
Looks like the child of a genetic experiment combining a jackson, fender and rickenbacker .. A Fenderbackson? Add a bevel for some Kiesel, maybe some scroll on there as tribute ... ... more
spiritbass
I'll pass. That's quite a mashup, IMO... :wacky: ... more
IronSpatula
Yikes, that thing's real? I thought it was a meme at first. Looks like hot garbage, IMHO, probably won't be a long-lived model. On the other hand, part of me wants to buy it just ... ... more
TrevorR
Eurgh!!!! If I was going to buy that I'd buy this... [image] Retrovibe Vantage | Chowny Bass ... more
soundsupport1
That is...just wow. I genuinely can´t think who that is even for, though. It´s too distant from any of the instruments it´s copying to appeal to any of their fans! As someone else ... ... more
Discussed in Jacksonbacker? in the TalkBass community
Lowend65
I stopped by Guitar Center today and ran across one of these. Basses :: X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, Absynthe Frost [image] Not sure how to feel about the aesthetic, but was pleasantly surprised by the quality ... more
keith rosier
Pretty funny; the Jazz Bass pickup cover is the cherry on top. I dub it the, "Hodgepodge Model". ... more
jazzyitalian
"Kids...This is what happens when you do drugs while designing a bass." Kidding aside. It doesn't speak to me. The cover is sitting right where my 2-finger hammer stroke goes and slapping might come hard for me on this one. ... more
Discussed in Here comes the 80's... in the TalkBass community
droo46
Can someone explain this one to me? It looks like a Precision, a Rick, a Dodge Charger, and a hockey stick had an orgy. Basses :: X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, ... ... more
bigtone23
THIS. ALL. DAY! A reissue Foundation would be sick. Make them in Indonesia or wherever, just have that 80s neck profile and Super Ferrites. Heck, do the Foundation S as well. It ... ... more
Discussed in Studio Bass that ISN'T a P-Bass or J-Bass? in the TalkBass community
Clark W
It's basically a P/J, but it looks like a Ric. And if hipster is your middle name, then this bass is calling you. Basses :: X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, ... ... more
Jeffery Axthelm
It looks like a Fenderbacker! Hipster for sure. ... more
Discussed in What In the actual **** is this thing? in the TalkBass community
Lesfunk
And the crazy cross pollination award goes to... [image] Basses :: X Series Concert™ Bass CBXNT DX IV, Laurel Fingerboard, Absynthe Frost ... more
MDBass
With just about any other headstock design it would probably be a winner. Combining two very iconic looks from different era's, in this case a neck from the 80's and a body from ... ... more
GR7G5TER
I wanna know what drugs the designer was taking when they cazme up with this concept and where I can get some! I do really wanna slap some Ricky pups on my P (I can't afford a ... ... more
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