The timeless tone-crafting tool kit of Fender’s J Bass array has powered the low end of numerous records and performances, spanning genres from light and bright to downright diabolical. With the American Professional Classic Jazz Bass, Fender brings iconic sonics and US-built craftsmanship to rev up your rig. Its full-bodied and balanced-sounding alder body is endowed with dual Coastline ’66 Single-Coil Jazz Bass pickups, complemented by dedicated Volume controls and a Master Greasebucket Tone Circuit, leaving Music Experience’s low-end theorists aghast at its detailed sound-shaping power. A sleek Modern C maple neck and crystalline rosewood fingerboard undergird a 34-inch scale, bookended by vintage-style “Lollipop” tuners and a rock-solid 4-saddle bridge; the subterranean power of the Fender American Professional Classic Jazz Bass simply must be experienced in your hands.
Many bass players (including a bevy of us here at Music Experience) believe that J Basses boast some of the most accessible and playable necks around. And, thanks to its expertly crafted Modern C shape, the American Professional Classic Jazz Bass's neck doesn’t disappoint. This ultra-comfortable profile fills your hand perfectly, while leaving enough wiggle room to facilitate effortless upper-register playing — an attribute only bolstered by the sleek sculpting of the neck heel. With its smooth rolled fingerboard edges and a lightning-fast, satin-finished neck, Fender’s luthiers have ensured that this is one J Bass that you won’t want to put down.
Jazz Basses boast a 2-pickup setup, allowing you to pursue diverse tonal variations. The single-coils and the bass's 3-knob setup have been responsible for a wide array of some of the most legendary bass tones in history. For this iteration of the iconic J Bass, Fender has endowed it with dual Coastline ’66 pickups, supplying serious single-coil sonics that more than enrich the bass’s namesake Classic character. With volume controls for each pickup, the color really amps up with the Master Greasebucket Tone Circuit — a contouring control that masterfully preserves your low-end power as you roll off the highs, without muddying or augmenting your bass frequencies.
Though the American Professional Classic Jazz Bass looks and feels like a familiar friend, it's loaded with features that enhance both playability and tone. Its vintage-style bridge is robustly built to handle concert-grade performances, complementing the synthetic bone nut to efficiently transfer string energy to the bass’s body, resulting in augmented sustain and laser-focused articulation. The celebrated “Lollipop” tuners further expand the instrument’s vintage-inspired panache, effortlessly marrying rock-solid stability with time-tested style.
The perfect blend of vintage charm and modern performance – the American Professional Classic Jazz Bass®. Under the hood, vintage-inspired Coastline™ '62 Jazz Bass® pickups deliver depth, punch and articulation while the sleek Modern "C" neck provides exceptional comfort and playability. Fender 'lollipop' tuners deliver classic looks and precise tuning stability. Boasting custom-faded vintage and signature Fender® finishes, this professional-grade instrument looks as good as it sounds. From studio to stage, The American Professional Jazz Bass® – All the soul of a golden-era Fender®, evolved for today's player.
A classic Fender® tonewood known for resonance, punch and clarity. Alder has a balanced and lively tone with beefy mids and a robust low-end.
Each instrument is available in signature Fender colors and faded classic finishes that recreate the well-loved patina of vintage basses.
Based on Fender’s Pure Vintage designs, Coastline ’62 Jazz Bass® pickups are slightly overwound to deliver enhanced Fender warmth, focus and punch.
The Modern "C"-shaped neck delivers a comfortable playing experience with its smooth, ergonomic profile. The 9.5”-radius fingerboard with medium jumbo frets provides fast fretting and easy playability.
Pure in form and function, the vintage-style 4-barrel steel saddle bridge provides classic playability and feel, complemented by period-correct "lollipop" tuners for authentic style and reliable tuning stability.
The uniquely engineered Greasebucket™ Tone System shapes high frequencies without muddying the low end or compromising your fundamental tone, preserving the bass's carefully crafted voice. Unlike traditional tone controls, this sophisticated circuit maintains punch and definition even when rolled back.
| Body Type | Solidbody |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Jazz Bass |
| Left-/Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Finish | Gloss Urethane |
| Color | Faded Firemist Gold |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape |
Modern C |
| Radius | 9.5" |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Dots |
| Number of Frets | 20, Medium Jumbo |
| Scale Length | 34" |
| Nut Width | 1.5" |
| Nut Material | Synthetic Bone |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | 4-Saddle Vintage-Style with Steel Saddles |
| Tuners | Vintage-Style "Lollipop" (Non Reverse) |
| Middle Pickup | Fender Coastline ’62 Jazz Bass® |
| Bridge Pickup | Fender Coastline ’62 Jazz Bass® |
| Controls | 1 x volume, 1 x master tone |
| Strings | Fender USA 7250M, .045-.105 |
| Case Included | Deluxe Gig Bag |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0198640384 885978524044 |
