Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass EB Ultraburst 4-string Bassguitar

Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass – Advanced Tone and Playability

The Fender American Ultra II Meteora Bass EB Ultraburst sets the standard for next-generation bass performance. As part of Fender's most advanced series, it fuses iconic offset style with state-of-the-art electronics for both striking looks and remarkable playability. Created for discerning musicians, the Meteora Bass provides a broad tonal palette, exceptional ergonomic comfort, and quality materials designed for durability and reliability on stage. This model serves players who expect limitless tonal choices and a premium feel for any musical setting.

Unmatched Features for Modern Players

What makes this instrument unique is its Haymaker™ bass humbuckers—crafted for high output and clarity—and the 18V Ultra II preamp system with S-1 switching, letting you toggle active or passive modes seamlessly. With a 10"–14" compound-radius ebony fingerboard, ultra rolled edges, and Luminlay® side dots, you gain comfort and visibility even in dim venues.

Premium Tonewoods and Construction – The Foundation of Feel

Material selection is crucial to resonance and comfort, whether on stage or in the studio. The sculpted alder body brings classic Fender resonance with enhanced contours, and the quartersawn maple neck ensures excellent stability and sustain in demanding conditions.

• Body Material: Selected Alder — delivers resonant, balanced tone and reduced weight for long sets.
• Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple — exceptional strength and smooth response, ideal for fast or aggressive playing.
• This bass sports a gloss urethane finish that’s both durable and visually striking, standing up to years of performance use.

Electronics & Controls – Sculpt Your Sound

Adapt to any musical scenario instantly with advanced electronics. Dual Haymaker humbuckers, a versatile 3-band preamp, and S-1 switching provide a vast range of tones at your fingertips.

• Pickups Configuration: HH (Haymaker Bass Humbuckers) — from punchy slap tones to warm, singing sustain.
• 3-Band Active EQ with S-1 Switch: Active/passive operation, midrange frequency select (325/750 Hz), and global passive tone control for maximum flexibility.
• HiMass™ bridge contributes to solid tuning stability and increased sustain with its high-mass, string-through/top-load design.

Neck & Playability – Comfort Meets Precision

Whether you’re laying down grooves or soloing up the neck, ergonomic design details like the rolled fingerboard edges, compound radius, and Luminlay side dots make long sessions fatigue-free and accurate.

• Neck Profile: Modern D — slim yet substantial, perfect for technical and expressive playing.
• Fingerboard Radius: 254–355.6 mm (10–14") — facilitates smooth position shifts and clean bends.
• Players benefit from an ebony fingerboard with 21 medium jumbo frets, offering fast response and a wide range.

Who Is It For – Demanding Modern Bassists

Serious bassists, session professionals, and performers who demand versatility, comfort, and uncompromising tone will find this model meets their needs. The American Ultra II Meteora Bass EB Ultraburst is perfect for those who want an instrument capable of adapting to genres from rock and funk to jazz or studio work. Innovative electronics, a contoured body, and premium hardware reward expressive playing and technical mastery. Those moving from classic J or P basses will appreciate the expanded tonal range and effortless transitions between active and passive modes—a major advantage for both live and studio settings. Long rehearsals or extended gigs become more comfortable thanks to its ergonomic contours.

Fender Innovation – A Legacy of Performance

Since the 1950s, Fender has set the pace in electric instrument design, and the American Ultra II Meteora Bass stands as the next step in this history. Drawing on decades of feedback from leading artists, this instrument reflects the innovation and meticulous attention to detail that define the Ultra Series. From the earliest mass-produced solidbody basses to today’s modern designs, Fender’s dedication to tone and performance shines through every detail.