Eko JB 401 Natural Bass

The essentials to know about the Eko JB401 bass guitar

• Jazz Bass 4-string format : comfortable "offset" ergonomics and excellent access to the high notes thanks to the double cut-out.
• Lightweight construction in paulownia wood : a pleasant bass to carry, with a beautiful natural resonance.
• 2 single J-type pickups + passive electronics : clear, crisp, and warm tones, perfect for learning and exploring.
• Maple neck with 21 frets : precise attack, familiar feel, and a distinct vintage look.

Revisiting a great classic: the "jazz vintage" spirit at Eko

The JB401 fits into the tradition of jazz-design bass guitars that emerged in the 1950s and became a reference for generations of bassists. Eko adopts this timeless silhouette and makes it accessible with a design focused on comfort: inviting curves, low weight, and a simple yet highly musical electronic configuration. An ideal approach to rediscovering the retro aesthetic and versatility that made this format successful.

For whom, and for which styles?

The Eko JB401 is primarily intended for beginning bassists (and for those who want a simple, light, and effective bass). The configuration with two single J-type pickups makes it easy to play many genres: rock , pop , funk , blues , indie , and jazz . The two volume and tone controls offer direct control, perfect for learning to shape your sound without unnecessary complexity.

The sound

The JB401 combines a paulownia body (light and resonant) with a maple neck and fingerboard , a duo known for bringing clarity , a tight attack , and a good level of note-for-note definition. The two single J-type pickups deliver a naturally poppy sound rich in midtones , with the ability to switch from a round and warm tone (neck pickup, tone closed) to a sharper and more percussive tone (bridge pickup, tone open). The 4-saddle bridge helps fine-tune the setup of each string (action and intonation) and contributes to stable sustain.

Technical specifications

Body

• Format: JB-type 4-string
• Wood: paulownia
• Finish: glossy
• Protective plate: white with aged appearance / black
• Fittings: chrome-plated

Neck

• Wood: American maple
• Construction: 4-point bolted
• Profile: low C
• Number of ferrets: 21
• Fingerboard: maple
• Position indicators: dots
• Scale length: 34.17" / 868 mm
• Width at the nut: 42 mm / 1.65"
• Neck finish: satin

Seizure

• Bridge / tailpiece: Eko tailpiece with 4 saddles
• Tuning mechanisms: vintage

Electronics

• Pickups: 2 single J-type
• Electronics: passive
• Controls: 2 volumes, tone

Other

• Type: electric bass guitar