Squier FSR Contemporary Active Jazz Bass HH Black Pickguard - flat black

The SQUIER FSR Contemporary Active Jazz Bass HH, Roasted Maple Fingerboard with Blocks and Binding, Black Pickguard (0370456510) solid body electric bass brings modern features and bold aesthetics to an iconic Fender platform to satisfy today’s most discerning and daring players.
At the heart of this bass is a pair of Squier SQR™ ceramic humbucking pickups powered by a Fender-designed active 9-volt preamp, offering intuitive controls for volume, pickup blend, traditional tone and stacked boost controls for bass and treble.
The roasted maple neck was chosen for its optimal tone and stability, and a sculpted heel design allows for improved access to the upper frets.
High-performance components round out the feature list and include a modern bridge with added mass for improved body resonance, and a set of open-gear tuning machines for smooth tuning action. Eye-catching styling cues include stealthy black hardware and a sleek painted headstock with chrome logos for a premium look.

Body is made of Poplar, considered as a nice alternative for Alder, with close balanced tonal characteristics.
The lighter feel, subtler grain and cheaper cost of Poplar is perfect for affordable instruments. Netherless it is used to built some high quality guitars and basses.