Eko JB 300 Cream
Estimated Shipping Widget will be displayed here!
- This item is covered for 3 years
Couldn't load pickup availability
Information
Information
Manufacturer Information
EKO
https://www.algameko.com
info@algameko.com
------------------------
Safety manager:
Algam SAS
Email: contact@algam.net
Address:
The Essentials to Know About the Eko JB300 Bass
- True "Jazz Bass" Spirit: double cutaway offset body, comfortable and effective for accessing the high notes.
- Immediate Versatility: 2 single-coil J-style pickups + passive electronics to cover everything from punchy funk to grittier rock.
- Playing Comfort for Beginners: 4-bolt maple neck, 21 frets, pleasant Low C profile.
- Bold Vintage Look: chrome hardware, vintage tuners, choice of "relic" pickguard (aged white or tortoise).
A Bass in the Tradition of Great Vintage Lines
The Eko JB300 follows the legacy of the "jazz" basses that appeared in the 1950s, whose offset silhouette has endured through generations. Eko takes this timeless recipe and adds modern ergonomics (lightweight, welcoming curves) and a simple, reliable configuration designed to offer an excellent comfort-versatility balance for bassists just starting out.
For Whom and Which Styles?
The JB300 is primarily aimed at beginner bassists (and those seeking an accessible bass for rehearsing, home recording, or forming a first band). Thanks to its two J-style single coils and intuitive controls, it feels at home in rock, pop, funk, blues, and jazz, while retaining real room for growth as your ear develops.
The Sound
Its poplar body contributes to a balanced response and easy handling, while the maple neck delivers attack and definition. The laurel fingerboard rounds it off with a touch of warmth, ideal for maintaining a musical tone in clean sounds.
On the electronics side, the 2 J-style single-coil pickups offer the famous blend of clarity and mids: neck pickup for a round low end, bridge pickup for more precision and bite, or both together for a versatile and lively sound. The 2 volume controls allow blending each pickup, and the tone control adjusts overall brightness, from punchy funk to a softer grain. The Eko bridge with 4 saddles helps set action and intonation string by string, with solid sustain for this category.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SS | Tuning pegs | Vintage |
| Category | JB | Original Strings | Eko 45/105 |
| Format | Jazz | Scalloped | Double |
| Truss Rod | Double-action | Body | Poplar |
| Strings | Metal | Nbre of pickups | 2 |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Middle pickup | Type J |
| Neck | Maple | Bridge pickup | Type J |
| Neck format | C low profile | Electronics | Passive |
| Nut Width | 42 mm | Settings | Tone, 2x volume |
| Fingerboard | Laurel | Color | Beige |
| Marker | Point | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Scale (mm) | 868 mm | ||
| Wood | poplar | Inlays | dots |
| Finish | glossy | Scale length | 34.17" / 868 mm |
| Pickguard | vintage white aged look / tortoise | Bridge / tailpiece | Eko 4-saddle tailpiece |
| Assembly | 4-bolt neck joint | Tuners | vintage |
| Profile | Low C | Pickups | 2 J-style single coils |
| Number of frets | 21 | Controls | 2 volumes, tone |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Eko JB 300 Cream suitable for beginner bassists?
This model is primarily designed for beginner bass players, featuring a passive setup with two single-coil J-style pickups. Its maple neck with a Low C profile and a nut width of 42 mm promotes ease of play.
What tones do the two J-style pickups provide?
The middle pickup delivers round low frequencies, while the bridge pickup enhances precision and bite. The two volume controls allow blending their levels. The tone control adjusts brightness, ranging from a sharp sound to a more mellow output.
What is the scale length of the JB 300 Cream?
The scale length is 868 mm, which equals 34.17 inches.
Which styles is the Eko JB300 bass suitable for?
Its two single-coil J-style pickup configuration suits rock, pop, funk, blues, and jazz genres. Blending the pickups allows adjustment of the sound's presence and warmth according to playing style.
Can the action and intonation be adjusted on this bass?
The Eko bridge with 4 saddles enables action and intonation adjustment for each string. A dual-action truss rod is built into the neck to adjust its curvature.
