Eko JB 300 5 Sunburst

Essential Information About the Eko JB300-5 Bass

• 5-string electric bass with a vintage "Jazz Bass" look: ideal for exploring the low B string with a familiar ergonomics.


• Two single-coil J-style pickups + passive electronics: from precise snap to warm, rounded tones, without complexity.


• 4-bolt maple neck (21 frets): crisp attack, good stability, and comfortable access to the upper frets thanks to the double cutaway.


• Excellent value for money: an affordable, versatile, and well-finished 5-string to start confidently.

A Classic Revisited in 5 Strings

Inspired by the iconic "offset" basses that have shaped generations of bassists since the 1950s, the Eko JB300-5 retains the essential features: double cutaway, two single-coil J-style pickups, and a retro-style pickguard. Eko delivers here an accessible 5-string designed for those who want to expand their range into the low end while maintaining an immediately familiar feel.

Who Is It For, and Which Styles?

The JB300-5 is primarily aimed at beginners and intermediate players who want to move to 5 strings without complications. Its passive configuration and simple controls make it intuitive for working on positioning, dynamics, and precision. It performs well in funk, pop, rock, jazz, and gospel, with a strong ability to hold a mix thanks to the low B string and the palette of its two pickups.

Sound

The combination of a poplar body and a maple neck provides a quick response and a balanced range, with a clear attack and present mids. The laurel fingerboard adds a touch of warmth that softens the natural snap of the maple, useful for switching from a precise sound to a rounder tone. The 2 single-coil J-style pickups, mounted on passive electronics, cover a wide palette: neck pickup for a fuller sound, bridge pickup for more definition, or a blend of both via the 2 volume controls. The tone control allows shifting from a bright timbre to a more mellow color. The 5-saddle bridge helps fine-tune each string's setup (intonation and action) and supports consistent sustain.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Tuning pegs	Vintage
Fretboard: side markers	Yes	Original Strings	Ernie Ball 2821 Power Slinky 50-135
Category	JB	Scalloped	Double
Truss Rod	Double-action	Body	Poplar
Strings	Metal	Nbre of pickups	2
Nbr of strings	5	Middle pickup	Type J
Neck	Maple	Bridge pickup	Type J
Neck format	C low profile	Electronics	Passive
Nut Width	45 mm	Settings	Tone, 2x volume
Fingerboard	Laurel	Color	Sunburst
Marker	Point	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	21	Hardware	Chromed
Scale (mm)	868 mm

Format	5-string JB type	Neck finish	glossy
Pickguard	tortoise	Bridge / tailpiece	Eko 5-saddle tailpiece
Body finish	glossy	Tuners	vintage style
Neck shape	low C	Pickups	2 single-coil J-style
Inlays	dots	Controls	2 volumes, tone
Scale length	34.17" / 868 mm