H. Jimenez LBS5 5-String Electric Bass - Spalted Maple | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

The H. Jimenez LBS5 5-string electric bass guitar delivers versatile tone and player-friendly performance for bassists seeking both sonic flexibility and visual appeal. With a stunning spalted maple top on a mahogany body, dual soapbar pickups with active/passive switching, and a comfortable 24-fret wenge fingerboard, this bass provides the range and control needed for everything from groove-heavy pocket playing to expressive high-register fills. Built for intermediate to professional players, the LBS5 combines dependable construction with the tonal character to handle studio sessions and live performances with authority.

Product Overview

The LBS5 features a resonant mahogany body topped with eye-catching spalted maple in a rich satin brown burst finish that showcases the wood's natural figuring. The flat-top design includes comfortable body bevels that reduce fatigue during extended playing sessions, while exaggerated cutaways provide unobstructed access to all 24 frets. Black hardware complements the warm finish, creating a professional aesthetic that stands out on stage.

The set maple neck features a smooth satin finish that allows your fretting hand to glide effortlessly up and down the fretboard. The wenge fingerboard provides a fast, responsive playing surface with 24 frets for extended melodic range beyond traditional 21- or 22-fret designs. Daystar inlays offer clear position markers, while the 1.771-inch NuBone nut ensures proper string spacing and intonation. The satin neck finish eliminates stickiness, making position shifts and technical passages feel natural.

Two soapbar pickups capture the full frequency range of the five-string configuration, delivering punchy lows, clear mids, and articulate highs. The active/passive EQ mini switch provides instant tonal versatility—engage active mode for boosted output and enhanced tone-shaping capabilities, or switch to passive for classic organic bass tone. String-through body construction enhances sustain and improves vibrational transfer to the body, contributing to the instrument's solid fundamental tone. D'Addario EXL170-5 strings (.045-.130) come factory-installed for balanced tension and clear articulation.

Ideal For

• Funk and R&B bassists seeking articulate highs and tight low-B response for groove-oriented playing
• Studio recording musicians who need tonal versatility between active punch and passive warmth
• Progressive rock and metal players requiring extended 24-fret range for melodic bass lines and solos
• Working bassists who demand reliable performance and comfortable playability for long sets and rehearsals
• Intermediate players upgrading to a professional 5-string bass with active electronics at an accessible price point

Key Features

Spalted Maple Top on Mahogany Body

The spalted maple top delivers visual impact with unique natural figuring, while the mahogany body provides resonant tone with balanced lows and pronounced midrange. Comfort bevels and deep cutaways ensure ergonomic playability, making this bass comfortable for extended sessions while maintaining excellent upper-fret access.

Active/Passive Electronics

Dual soapbar pickups paired with an active/passive mini switch deliver exceptional tonal flexibility for any musical context. Active mode provides enhanced output and EQ control for modern playing styles, while passive mode offers classic organic bass tone for traditional applications.

24-Fret Wenge Fingerboard

The wenge fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing surface with natural tonal warmth and excellent sustain. Two additional frets beyond standard bass designs expand your melodic range, enabling higher-register fills and extended chord voicings that enhance your musical vocabulary.

Set Maple Neck with Satin Finish

The satin-finished set maple neck provides stability and improved sustain compared to bolt-on designs, while the smooth finish allows effortless position shifts. The comfortable neck profile supports both traditional fingerstyle technique and modern slap approaches without hand fatigue.

String-Through Body Design

String-through construction routes strings through the body rather than anchoring at the bridge, enhancing vibrational transfer and sustain. This design contributes to improved fundamental tone clarity and note definition, particularly important when playing the low B string.

What's Included

• H. Jimenez LBS5 5-String Electric Bass Guitar
• Padded gig bag for transport and protection
• D'Addario EXL170-5 strings (.045-.130) factory-installed
• H. Jimenez manufacturer warranty

Technical Specifications

*Design and wood grain may vary from what you see in this listing!

Get Your Hands on This 5-String Bass Today

Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the H. Jimenez LBS5 and discover how its versatile electronics and comfortable playability enhance your low-end foundation. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate the active/passive switching and help you explore this bass guitar's tonal range across different playing styles. Stop by our showroom today to plug in and feel the difference quality construction makes in your playing.