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Key Features
- Classic 60s sound from one of the most versatile bass guitars ever created
- Multidimensional tone with two vintage-style single coil pickups
- Play with comfort and dexterity on a narrow C-profile neck
- Championed by the biggest names in modern music - from Sting to U2
Fender American Original 60s Jazz Bass RW, Sonic Blue Overview
Tonal versatility meets full bodied sound. There's a reason why the Fender American Original 60s Jazz Bass has stood the test of time. From the juke joints of Harlem to the punk scene of LA, the Jazz Bass was the working musician's weapon of choice, bringing a diverse sonic palette to each genre. Now, it's back to sculpt the modern musical landscape once again. Reach out and take a piece of history. The future of bass starts here.
Pronunciation, power, and punch. Discover expressive, articulate tone from two vintage-style pickups. Whether you're looking for warm, rounded lows, guttural midrange growl, or biting high end, the 60s Jazz bass does it all with style. The bridge and middle pickups work in harmony to deliver smooth clean and crunchy texture. That means perfect balance, all from a narrow neck profile that's easy to play.
You've heard the name a thousand times before. Fender need no introduction. Their worldwide influence has shaped bass playing everywhere, transforming the musical landscape of every genre. Today, Fender bass guitars are celebrated by the biggest names in music, ranging from Jefferson Airplane to Earth, Wind, and Fire. With the American Original 60s Jazz Bass, you become a part of the legacy.
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View Full DescriptionFor bassists who demand the best
In the 1960s, Fender changed the game. The Jazz Bass became a favourite amongst working musicians for its premium appointments and versatile sound. Now, the American Original carries on that legacy. From blues to pop and everything in between, two Pure Vintage pickups brings versatile, rounded tone to your playing. Built for authenticity, the single coils boast warm lows that are tight and articulate. Whether you’re up high or down low, every note will sing with crisp, clear resonance. And with a master tone pot onboard, you have simple yet effective control of your high end.
Authentic playability
You can’t beat the classics. But you can perfect them. The American Original delivers era-specific playability for the modern bassist. The Jazz Bass is perfect for any style of player, from traditional jazz to contemporary pop. Riff with ease on a C shape neck, sculpted for enhanced hand positioning. The fretboard is flatter than its predecessor, lending to fast, comfortable playing at every fret position. All on a rosewood fingerboard that proves resonant, warm, and full of sustain.
Recreated with precision
Timeless design. Faithfully recreated. The American Original offers the same magic as its 1960s ancestor. From authentic hardware to a traditional body shape, Fender have managed every detail with accuracy. The results are obvious. Discover flawless tuning stability from a vintage-style saddle and open gear tuning machines. You’ll be playing in juke joints and speakeasys all night long. No problems. Just great performance.
Specifications
- Product: American Original '60s Jazz Bass®, Rosewood Fingerboard, Sonic Blue
- Code: 0190130872
- Series: American Original
Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Shape: Jazz Bass
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Colour: Blue
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Fingerboard Material: Round Laminated Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Fingerboard Inlays: Dots
- Number of Frets: 20
- Fret Size: Vintage Tall
- String Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.48"
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Colour: Nickel/Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Reverse Open-gear
- Bridge: 4-Saddle Vintage Style with Threaded Steel Saddles
- Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
- Control Knobs: Black Plastic
- Pickup Configuration: S S
- Pickups: Pure Vintage '64 Single-Coil Jazz Bass® (Bridge), Pure Vintage '64 Single-Coil Jazz Bass® (Middle)
- Controls: Volume 1. (Middle Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Master Tone
- Pickup Switching: None
Miscellaneous
- Strings: Fender® 7250M Nickel-Plated Steel Roundwound, Long Scale, .045-.105
- Case: Hard Shell Case
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