Xotic XJ-1T 5-String - Lake Placid Blue LA/Alder/M #3501 - Bass Guitar - 1 pc

Top-tier craftsmanship, a wide tonal spectrum and incredible comfort. That’s exactly what you get when you step into the world of Xotic Japan Custom Shop basses.

Top-tier craftsmanship, a wide tonal spectrum and incredible comfort. That’s exactly what you get when you step into the world of Xotic Japan Custom Shop basses.

Xotic XJ-1T 5-String Lake Placid Blue is a five-string electric bass guitar representing the top of the XJ-5T line. Designed for professionals and demanding musicians, it offers a unique combination of modern technology and classic design.

Key features:

• Body: Made from selected alder, ensuring excellent resonance and sustain.
• Neck: A selected maple neck with a maple fingerboard offers great stability and a smooth feel.
• Pickups: Two Raw Vintage Japan pickups made exclusively for this instrument provide a wide range of tones—from deep and warm to sharp and aggressive.
• Electronics: Active 3-band EQ Xotic Onboard Bass Preamp with 2 FQ selector switches enables detailed tone shaping.
• Hardware: Chrome hardware and a Hipshot A-Style bridge ensure long life and reliable performance.
• Finish: The unique Lake Placid Blue colour gives the instrument a luxurious look.
• Build quality: Xotic Japan basses are hand-built in Japan and often go through a PLEK setup process, guaranteeing excellent craftsmanship and precise adjustment.

Detailed specifications:

• Number of strings: 5
• Weight : 4.5 kg ~ 4.6 kg
• Scale length: 34" (86.4 cm)
• Fingerboard: selected rosewood
• Number of frets: 22, stainless steel
• Electronics: 2x Volume, 1x Tone and 3-band EQ Xotic Onboard Bass Preamp with 2 FQ selector switches
• Pickups: 2x Raw Vintage Japan
• Nut : Bone
• Hardware: Chrome hardware, Hipshot A-Style bridge
• Case: Xotic Hard Bag

Why buy the Xotic XJ-1T 5-String Lake Placid Blue?

• Exceptional sound: Thanks to the combination of quality tonewoods, pickups and electronics, this bass offers a wide palette of tones to satisfy even the most demanding players.
• Playability: The selected maple neck and maple fingerboard ensure a smooth, fast feel—ideal for demanding techniques. Whether you play jazz, funk, rock or metal, this bass gives you everything you need.
• Build quality: Every Xotic Japan bass is hand-built in Japan and represents the peak of craftsmanship.
• Unique design: The "Lake Placid Blue" finish makes this bass a true gem that will become the centre of attention on any stage.
• Versatility: The Xotic XJ-1T suits a wide range of musical styles from rock and funk to metal and fusion. It adapts to your needs—its versatile sound and playability make it a natural choice as your main instrument.

The Xotic XJ-1T is more than just an instrument—it’s a statement. A statement of your passion for music and your determination to achieve sonic perfection. If you’re looking for a bass that inspires you and takes your playing to the next level, then Xotic Japan is the best choice.