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Since its debut more than 60 years ago, the Fender Jazz Bass V has undergone constant refinement to meet the needs and desires of the working musician. The American Professional II Jazz Bass V may be one of the most complete evolutions of this time-tested, player-proven bass yet.

Bringing touches previously reserved for Custom Shop instruments to a production bass makes this a very special player. The body is lightweight roasted pine—no matter how long your set or session, your shoulders will thank you. With a smoothly rolled fingerboard edge, sculpted neck heel and a satin neck finish that feels almost naked, it's an incredibly comfortable bass to play. Freshly revised V-Mod II Jazz Bass V single-coil pickups add articulation and warmth to the punch and clarity the Jazz Bass is known for.

A new 5-saddle HiMass Vintage bridge can be loaded string-thru or as a hardtail. Combined with the roasted pine body, this makes for a very resonant instrument.

Totally familiar but subtly different, the American Pro II Jazz Bass V is an instant classic. Fender may well have created a new standard in production basses with this one. Includes deluxe molded case.
Open Box Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass V Roasted Pine Level 2 Natural 197881292744
Open Box Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass V Roasted Pine Level 2 Natural 197881292744
Open Box Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass V Roasted Pine Level 2 Natural 197881292744

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  • Gloss urethane-finished roasted pine body
  • Slim C-shaped maple neck, maple fretboard with rolled fingerboard edges, Posiflex graphite rods for neck reinforcement
  • Two V-Mod II single-coil Jazz Bass V pickups
  • HiMass Vintage bridge for increased sustain, Fender lightweight vintage-style tuning machines with tapered shafts

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Neck
  • Shape: C
  • Wood: Maple
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Finish: Satin urethane
Pickups
  • Pickup configuration: SS
  • Middle: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Bridge: Proprietary Single Coil
  • Control layout: Individual volume, Master tone
Fretboard
  • Material: Maple
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Fret size: Narrow-tall
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material/width: Bone, 1.875” (47.6 mm)
Body
  • Body type: Solidbody, Double Cutaway
  • Body wood: Roasted Pine
  • Body finish: Gloss urethane
Hardware
  • Bridge/tailpiece: Hi Mass
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Nickel/chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 5 String
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Country of origin: United States
  • Orientation: Right Handed

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    submitted2 years ago

    byAnthony

    fromChurchill PA

    I'm a semi-pro musician that plays bass guitar in a Baptist Church and in two Reggae Bands, ministering and performing every weekend all year round. My instruments range from a 1998 Modulus Q5, Ernie Ball Sting Ray HH 5 from 2020, to a Peavey Foundation 2000 5 string, and a few in between. I played a dear friend of mines passive US made Jazz Bass, not sure of the era, and fell in love with the tone and simplicity. I only wanted a high-end American made instrument and purchased this bass sight unseen. All I can say is PERFECTION! For me at least. First, Fender has really outdone themselves here. This bass is well balance when standing, a tiny bit neck heavy when sitting, but I have worse, and even those don't bother me. Everything else is Ideal. neck feel, flexible tone from these pickups, etc., and not to mention Gorgeous. I must say, "I have no affiliation with Fender whatsoever". In fact, once vowed to never buy a Fender. I won't get into why, but we both have a record of our correspondence. That said, at this point, I Will Be purchasing a new Fender P-Bass shortly, and only from, from Guitar Center.

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  • submitteda year ago

    asked byJim

    fromGresham, Oregon

    What's the difference between the C and D necks? I grew up playing Fender basses and I am considering a Fender 5 string jazz bass for my next purchase. Currently I play a Lakland 5502 5 string bass. Thanks.

    What's the difference between the C and D necks? I grew up playing Fender basses and I am considering a Fender 5 string jazz bass for my next purchase. Currently I play a Lakland 5502 5 string bass. Thanks.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I’m very sorry. Your question is not clear. This doesn't have a "D" shape. A "D" is a bit thicker in the back. Gibson v Fender. I've never heard of a Fender with a "D" neck. You grew up playing Fender. This is a Jazz bass.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byGarry

    fromHilton Head, SC

    Does the American Professional Jazz Bass V have a passive pickup? Buying for my son and that was his request to get a jazz bass with passive pickup option.

    Does the American Professional Jazz Bass V have a passive pickup? Buying for my son and that was his request to get a jazz bass with passive pickup option.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Fortunately, yes it does