Squier Contemporary Active 5-String Jazz Bass HH V - Black

The Squier Contemporary Active Jazz Bass HH V reimagines the legendary Jazz Bass platform with modern styling, powerful active electronics, and the extended range of a 5-string design. Built for today's bassists, this versatile instrument delivers punchy lows, articulate highs, and exceptional tonal flexibility, making it equally at home in rock, metal, funk, pop, and contemporary worship settings.

At its core are dual Squier SQR™ ceramic humbucking pickups paired with a Fender-designed active 9-volt preamp, providing a wide range of tones with controls for volume, pickup blend, master tone, and bass/treble boost. The roasted maple neck features a slim "C" profile and smooth satin finish for fast, comfortable playability, while the 12" fingerboard radius offers effortless movement across all 20 frets.

Finished with stealthy black hardware and a matching painted headstock, the Contemporary Active Jazz Bass HH V combines classic Fender-inspired style with bold modern performance. Whether you're laying down deep grooves, aggressive riffs, or intricate bass lines, this instrument is built to keep up with demanding players.

Key Features

• 5-string active Jazz Bass design
• Dual Squier SQR™ ceramic humbucking pickups
• Fender-designed active 9V preamp
• Controls for Volume, Blend, Tone, Bass Boost, and Treble Boost
• Roasted maple neck for enhanced stability and resonance
• Slim modern "C" neck profile
• 12" fingerboard radius for comfortable playability
• 20 narrow tall frets
• Matching painted headstock
• Black hardware for a sleek contemporary look
• Ideal for modern rock, metal, funk, pop, and worship music

Specifications

Why You'll Love It

The Contemporary Active Jazz Bass HH V combines the familiar comfort of a Jazz Bass with modern humbucking pickups and active EQ controls, delivering powerful, noise-free performance and exceptional tonal versatility. Its extended 5-string range makes it ideal for players who need deeper low-end response without sacrificing clarity or playability.

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The Squier Contemporary Active Jazz Bass HH V features dual SQR ceramic humbuckers, a Fender-designed active 9V preamp, roasted maple neck, and extended 5-string range for powerful, versatile bass performance.