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The Player II Jazz Bass brings you iconic Fender sound and playing feel in a thoroughly modern and versatile package. With dual Alnico 5 single-coil pickups, a smooth maple neck and an array of tone-shaping controls, this bass empowers you to craft your voice and take your creativity to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an ambitious up-and-comer, the Player II Jazz Bass is an inspiring instrument built to elevate your bass playing.

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Maple Fingerboard Single-Coil Pickups

Timeless Fender Bass Tone

At the heart of the Player II Jazz Bass are two Alnico 5 single-coil pickups that deliver that legendary Fender bass tone you know and love. These vintage-inspired pickups produce a warm, punchy sound with well-defined mids and crisp highs that cut through any mix. The bridge pickup provides the iconic growl and percussive attack perfect for funk grooves and slap bass, while the neck pickup yields mellow, rounded tones.

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Maple Fingerboard Maple Neck

Fast, Effortless Playability

You'll feel right at home on the Player II Jazz Bass' smooth, modern neck. The maple neck boasts a comfortable C-shape profile and a silky satin finish on the back for effortless playability. The 9.5"-radius fingerboard and 20 medium-jumbo frets are ideal for any playing style. And the 4-saddle standard bridge ensures precise intonation and a customizable action to suit your preferences.

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Maple Fingerboard Control Knobs

Dial in Your Signature Tone

With separate volume controls for each pickup and a master tone knob, the Player II Jazz Bass gives you the tools to dial in virtually any bass tone you can imagine. Want a bright, cutting tone for slap funk grooves? Roll off the neck pickup and crank the bridge. Looking for a fat, saturated sound for dubby basslines? Blend both pickups and add some grit with the tone control. 

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Maple Fingerboard Bass Guitar

Legendary Fender Craftsmanship

The Player II Jazz Bass exemplifies Fender's renowned craftsmanship and attention to detail. The synthetic bone nut and vintage-style disc string trees promote exceptional tuning stability. Open-gear tuning machines maintain precise tuning even under heavy string bending. The 3-ply pickguard and nickel/chrome hardware give the bass a classic Fender look that will never go out of style. With its smooth playing feel and iconic Fender vibe, the Player II Jazz Bass is sure to inspire your best bass playing for years to come.

Whether you're a funk master, a rock powerhouse or an aspiring virtuoso, the Player II Jazz Bass is the perfect vehicle to elevate your bass playing. With its versatile tones, effortless playability and classic Fender style, this inspiring instrument is ready to help you find your voice. Visit your local Guitar Center today and experience the Player II Jazz Bass for yourself.

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  • Alder body for balanced tone and sustain
  • Modern C-shaped maple neck with 9.5" radius maple fingerboard
  • Two Player Series single-coil pickups for iconic Fender tone
  • 4-saddle bridge and open-gear tuners for accurate intonation
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Series
  • Series: Player II
Body
  • Shape: Jazz Bass
  • Wood: Alder
  • Finish: Gloss polyester
Neck
  • Material: Maple
  • Construction: 4-bolt standard
  • Finish: Satin urethane finish on back, gloss urethane finish on front
  • Nut material: Synthetic bone
  • Nut width: 1.5" (38.1 mm)
  • Truss rod: Single action, head adjust
  • Scale length: 34" (86.36 cm)
Fingerboard
  • Material: Maple
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Position inlays: Black dot
  • Side dots: Black
Electronics
  • Pickup configuration: JJ
  • Bridge pickup: Player series alnico 5 single-coil Jazz Bass
  • Middle pickup: Player series alnico 5 single-coil Jazz Bass
  • Controls: Individual volume, master tone
Hardware
  • Bridge: 4-saddle standard
  • Pickguard: 3-ply black/white/black
  • Control knobs: Black plastic with white indicator
  • Hardware finish: Nickel/chrome
  • Tuning machines: Standard open-gear
Other
  • Strings: 4
  • Strings: Fender USA 7250M nickel plated steel (.045-.105 gauges)
  • Case: None
  • Orientation: Right handed

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4.67

3 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Jamming2
  2. Practicing2
  3. Recording2
  4. Small Venues1
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz1
  2. Quality Control Inconsistencies1
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  2. Experienced1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play3
  2. Good Feel3
  3. Good Tone3
  4. Solid Electronics3
  5. Good Pick Up2

Reviewed by 3 customers

  • Great Bass

    5

    submitted5 months ago

    byJohn

    fromOzark Ar

    I've had this bass a few months now, there has been no problems, I changed the strings out immediately for my liking, fretts, bridge, p/ups and all else are perfect. Finish on frett board and body is perfect. I'm really surprised that this Jbass is not more expensive than it is, sounds awesome and plays great. I'm in the process of buying another in a different color. I will say this I have several basses including a MTD custom and this dude sounds and plays much better than it. One thing you will like is it stays in tune. I've only tweaked this one once in two months.

  • Pretty awesome base right out of the box

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byMikel

    fromBurleson Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use this to create and write my own music..

  • Cool guitar

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byMatthew

    fromOhio

    First, shout out to GC for their customer service for a hassle free, and easy interaction. Thank you for your patience. So, the bass. True to first production runs of cars, there's some bugs to work out. I wound up exchanging the initial bass for the exact same one and couldn't help but notice definitive QC quirks. First what caught my attention were the bridge pickup mounting holes were misaligned, causing the pickup to be wedged in the cavity a bit...or it wasn't correctly routed? It at least leveled out, strings were fine over the poles, totally cosmetic as far as I could tell. Then there was something rattling around inside, a screw or who knows. Ultimately it rattled it's way out when I shook it and whatever it was, fell out of the gap between bridge pickup and body and was not to be found. Lastly, I noticed the frets...all of them had a funny color. Didn't notice till they caught natural light at home. Closer look and they were definitely discolored, possibly not polished at all as they appeared dull, with varying degrees of how much discoloration fret to fret. Too much lacquer? At that point it was the frets that had me thinking "come on, Fender". I have a MIM Player Stratocaster where the fit and finish is absolutely on lock down, which is what I expected here. Compared to other Player 2 series bass guitars and a Player Plus, there are some differences so be sure to look before you pull the trigger. I did ultimately exchange for the exact same bass with a significant improvement in overall fit and finish. Even the GC representative thought the inconsistencies from the factory were odd. All that said, check it over before purchase and you won't be disappointed. I'm sure Fender is working out some quirks. The bass rocks. Easy to play, sounds great and true to Fender, it just works and simply refines a proven formula. No matter what, I do recommend checking it out.

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  • submitted7 months ago

    asked byDavid

    fromSherman oaks California

    Does the bass come with a case???

    Does the bass come with a case???

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    Unfortunately, no.