When Don Randall at Fender Sales requested a more sophisticated, high-end bass model — the now iconic Jazz Bass was the result! The neck was narrower at the nut, providing a faster and more effortless feel, and the sleek new body style mirrored the offset contoured shape of the Jazzmaster. By 1966, evolution of the instrument reached new heights with striking, fresh features.

The American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass features a comfortable "U"-shaped hard rock Maple neck, and it plays like a dream with a 7.25"-radius round-lam Rosewood fingerboard and vintage tall frets. Characteristic of production in 1966, this J-Bass is offered with white neck binding, pearl dots, two volume controls with master tone and a 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard. The 4-saddle bridge with threaded saddles, vintage-style "lollipop" tuners and Pure Vintage '66 Jazz Bass pickups deliver classic "thump" and style.

FEATURES

• Gloss Nitro Finish — Nitrocellulose is a famously thin, vintage-style lacquer that allows the instrument to breathe for beautiful resonance. It ages nicely too, yielding an organic "played-in" feel that wears naturally over time.
• Pure Vintage '66 Single-Coil Pickups — Deliver punchy and pronounced tones that are perfect for all playing styles, from picking to slapping!
• 4-Saddle Bridge — An innovation that has stood the test of time; allowing for precise action and intonation adjustment.
• "U"-Shaped Maple Neck — A unique, period-correct neck profile adorned with vintage tall frets for "Golden Era" playability.
• Vintage-Style Case — Rugged black hard case is included, offering excellent protection. It features a vibrant orange interior too!
• Made in Corona, California — All American Vintage II guitars are constructed in Fender's main California factory; the beating heart of Fender craftsmanship.

SPECIFICATIONS

Body

• Body Shape: Jazz Bass
• Body Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Profile: 1966 "U"
• Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Joint: 4-Bolt
• Scale Length: 34" (86.36 cm)
• Fingerboard Material: Bound Round-Laminated Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Number of Frets: 20
• Inlays: White Pearloid Dot
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.5" (38.1 mm)
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust

Hardware

• Bridge: Pure Vintage 4-Saddle with Threaded Steel Saddles (Chrome Bridge Cover Included)
• Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage "Lollipop"
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
• Control Knobs: Vintage-Style Black Plastic Jazz Bass

Electronics

• Pickups: Pure Vintage '66 Single-Coil Jazz Bass
• Controls: Volume 1 (Middle Pickup), Volume 2 (Bridge Pickup), Master Tone

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Fender USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges)
• Case: Vintage-Style Black with Orange Interior (Included)

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