The Fender® American Vintage II series offers an incredibly accurate re - creation of the revolutionary designs that changed the face of musical history. Each instrument in this series is crafted with era - accurate bodies, necks, and hardware, high - quality finishes, and precisely tuned, year - specific pickups. This captures the true essence of Fender's craftsmanship and unique tone.
When Fender Sales' Don Randall asked for a more refined, high - end bass model, the legendary Jazz Bass® was born. The neck is narrower at the nut, giving a faster and smoother playing experience. Its sleek body design mimics the offset contour of the Jazzmaster®. By 1966, the instrument had evolved with amazing new features.
The American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass has a comfortable 'U' shaped hard rock maple neck. With a 7.25” radius round - lam rosewood fingerboard and vintage tall frets, it plays like a charm. This J - Bass® from 1966 production comes with white neck binding, pearl dots, two volume controls and a master tone, a painted headstock, and a 4 - ply tortoiseshell pickguard. The 4 - saddle bridge with threaded saddles, vintage - style 'lollipop' tuners, and Pure Vintage ‘66 Jazz Bass pickups provide classic thump and style.
The American Vintage II series instruments are direct descendants of the original Fenders. They're made for players who love vintage Fender tone and feel, and are built with top - notch quality. These are the purest form of Fender electrics: the American Vintage II, a legend in the making.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Jazz Bass®
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Neck Profile: 1966 'U'
- Fretboard Material: Bound Round - Laminated Rosewood
- Fretboard Radius: 7.25' (184.1 mm)
- Scale Length: 34' (86.36 cm)
- No. of Frets: 20 Vintage Tall Frets
- Fretboard Inlays: White Pearloid Dot - 7 mm
- Pickups: Pure Vintage '66 Single - Coil Jazz Bass® (Bridge), Pure Vintage '66 Single - Coil Jazz Bass® (Middle)
- Bridge: Pure Vintage 4 - Saddle with Threaded Steel Saddles
- Pickguard: 4 - Ply Tortoiseshell
- Strings: Fender® USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel (.045 -.105 Gauges), PN 0737250406
- Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage ‘Lollipop’
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Case: Vintage - Style Black (Orange Interior)
Using this Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass Guitar is a breeze. First, make sure your guitar is in a proper case when not in use to protect it from scratches and damage. When you're ready to play, take it out gently and place it on a stable surface. Tune it up using the vintage - style 'lollipop' tuners until you get the right pitch.
For the best sound, adjust the two volume controls and the master tone according to your preference. You can experiment with different settings to create your unique sound.
When it comes to maintenance, keep your guitar clean. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust or fingerprints regularly. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures and humidity, as this can damage the body and the fretboard. Also, check the strings regularly and replace them when they start to wear out. And don't forget to keep the 4 - saddle bridge and other hardware parts in good condition by giving them a light clean now and then.
