The history of the Fender Jazz Bass stretches all the way back to 1960, but Fender’s Player II series Jazz Bass proves that this beloved bass continues to withstand the test of time. The Fender Player II Jazz Bass takes classic design elements from its storied past while updating its capabilities for the modern age. This J Bass starts with an alder body carved into the recognizable offset design with dual cutaways. At the neck, the Player II Jazz Bass keeps it fast and fluid with maple cut to a Modern “C” profile. Meanwhile, the maple fingerboard with a 9.5-inch radius is ready for any speedy groove you can throw its way. Plug in and reap the sonic benefits of two Player series Alnico V single-coil Jazz Bass pickups that boast sweet highs, growling mids, and thunderous lows. The Player II Jazz Bass is available in timeless Fender finishes or never-before-seen colors released from the vault.

Fender Player II Jazz Bass at a Glance:

• Contoured Alder Body
• Modern "C" Neck Profile
• 9.5“-Radius Maple or Rosewood Fingerboard with Rolled Edges
• Player Series Alnico V Split-Coil Jazz Bass® Pickups
• 4-Saddle Bridge with Single-Groove Steel “Barrel” Saddles
• Open-Gear Tuning Machines

In with the old, in with the new  

The Fender Jazz Bass is one of the most widely used bass guitars in history. Since its debut, the Jazz Bass has won legions of fans due to its characteristic growl, slim and comfortable neck, and comfortably contoured body. The Fender Player II Jazz Bass doubles down on these classic earmarks while ensuring the bass can withstand the requirements of modern-day players. The Player II J Bass packages a contoured alder body, a Modern “C” maple neck, and a 9.5-inch-radius maple fingerboard for a bass that feels superb to play. Standard open-gear tuners, a vintage-style disc string tree, a synthetic bone nut, and a 4-saddle standard bridge hold down the intonation for trustworthy tuning stability. Lastly, the hardware is finished with chrome for a striking look that harkens back to the J Bass’s inception while keeping eyes toward the future. After all, one thing’s for sure: the Jazz Bass never goes out of style!

J Bass sound from Player series Alnico V pickups

The Player II series radiates that iconic Fender charm. Updated for the next generation of players, the Fender Player II Jazz Bass holds down the low end with a powerful duo of Player series Alnico V single-coil Jazz Bass pickups. Ready for the stage, the Player II J Bass delivers sweet highs, snarling mids, and seismic lows that bring classic Fender tone to the 21st century with all the bite and power required by contemporary bassists. The corresponding volume and tone knobs are sculpting tools that will allow you to nail down your sound from versatile possibilities. Take it from Music Experience: the Player II Jazz Bass packs tone, playability, and style that only a Fender can provide..

What Fender Says...

Step into the spotlight and experience iconic Fender® sound and style with the Player II Jazz Bass® — a stage-ready bass guitar with contemporary updates to power your performance and inspire your playing. The Player II Jazz Bass radiates timeless Fender charm, but under the hood, it's primed for today's players. Everything about the neck is designed for fast and fluid playability, from the Modern “C”-profile with silky satin urethane finish on the back to the comfy 9.5”-radius slab rosewood or maple fingerboard with smooth rolled edges and 20 medium jumbo frets. A classic alder body is available in both timeless Fender finishes and never-before-seen colors unearthed from the archives. Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil J bass® pickups offer sweet highs, growling mids and seismic lows that elevate any genre. An adjustable 4-saddle bridge, single-groove steel saddles and open-gear tuners ensure precise tuning stability for the flexibility to explore endless sonic possibilities. Perfect for crafting your own sound, the Player II Jazz Bass has the looks, tone and feel that only a Fender delivers.

Contoured Alder Body

Accept no substitutes! When you want authentic Fender tone, you must start with authentic Fender tonewood. Our iconic contoured alder bodies lay the perfect foundation for textbook Fender tone.

Modern "C" Neck Profile

This neck is designed for supremely comfortable performance, with silky smooth back finish and our Modern “C”-profile — for first-class feel that’s ideal for almost any playing style.

9.5“-Radius Maple or Rosewood Fingerboard with Rolled Edges

The 9.5”-radius fingerboard provides fast fretting and easy playability, while the hand-rolled fingerboard edges provide a slightly broken-in feeling that’s incredibly inviting.

Player Series Pickups

A modern tweak of our classic sound, our Player Series pickups are designed with more power and more bite, for authentic Fender tone—with a bit of an edge.

Adjustable 4-Saddle Bridge with Single-Groove Steel "Barrel" Saddles

A vintage-style bass bridge with single-groove saddles provides classic Fender tone with precise intonation and rock-solid stability.

Open-Gear Tuning Machines

Featuring a modern gear ratio and direction, these open-gear tuning machines combine vintage style with modern performance for rock-solid tuning stability.