Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass V - Olympic White

Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass V - Olympic White

This 5-string American Professional II Jazz Bass V isn't just an instrument; it's a piece of musical history built for the modern low-end enthusiast. Starting with a classic Alder body, known for its balanced, resonant, and punchy tone, Fender has paired it with a smooth Maple neck featuring the incredibly comfortable Slim "C" profile. The Rosewood fingerboard ties it all together, adding a subtle warmth and richness to the attack. But the real game-changer is the neck: the "Super-Natural" satin finish on the back and the hand-rolled fingerboard edges make navigating all 34 inches of the scale length feel effortless—even up to that newly sculpted neck heel, which opens up the high register like never before.

The heart of this beast lies in the newly voiced V-Mod II Single-Coil Jazz Bass V pickups. Designed by pickup master Tim Shaw, these aren't just a rehash of a classic; they're fine-tuned for the needs of today's players. They deliver that iconic Jazz Bass growl, clarity, and articulation, but with an enhanced low-mid punch, ensuring your 5th string stays tight and defined, no matter how aggressive your playing gets. The simple but powerful Volume/Volume/Tone control layout gives you total command over blending those coils for everything from scooped funk to rich, smooth studio tones. From the jazz fusion pioneering of Jaco Pastorius to the funk-rock antics of Flea, the Fender Jazz Bass has been the foundation of modern bass playing across every genre. This American-made instrument carries that legacy forward, providing the platform used by legends like Geddy Lee and John Paul Jones, ensuring you have the tone, comfort, and reliability needed for the gig, the studio, or your next creative endeavor.

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Highlights

• The iconic "Slim C" neck profile features a "Super-Natural" satin finish and hand-rolled edges for buttery-smooth playability.

• V-Mod II Single-Coil pickups deliver classic Jazz Bass punch with modern articulation and clarity for the added B string.

• Alder body and Rosewood fretboard deliver a time-honored tonal balance of warmth, resonance, and midrange snap.

• 5-String HiMass™ Vintage bridge allows for string-through-body or top-load stringing, maximizing sustain and stability.

• Sculpted neck heel offers supreme comfort and unrestricted access to the 20 Narrow-Tall frets.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Alder

• Neck Wood: Maple

• Left/Right Handed: Right-Handed

• Fretboard Wood: Rosewood

• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)

• Fretboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)

• Fretboard Inlay/Material: White Dot

• Neck Profile: Slim "C"

• Finish: Gloss Urethane (Body), "Super-Natural" Satin Urethane (Neck Back)

• Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

• Tuners: Fender Lightweight Vintage-Style Keys with Tapered Shafts

• Neck Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Jazz Bass V

• Middle Pickup: N/A (Dual Pickup SS Configuration)

• Bridge Pickup: V-Mod II Single-Coil Jazz Bass V

• Electronics: Volume 1. (Neck Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Master Tone (Passive)

• Bridge: 5-String High Mass Vintage (HMV) (Strings-Through-Body or Top-Load)

• Manufacturer Part Number: 0193990705

• Depth at 1st Fret: .840"

• Depth at 12th Fret: .930"

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!