The Fender American Vintage II series offers an incredibly authentic nod to the game - changing designs that made musical history. Each instrument in this series is crafted with era - accurate bodies, necks, and hardware, top - notch finishes, and precisely tuned, year - specific pickups. This captures the true essence of Fender's craftsmanship and tone.
The Jazz Bass, an iconic creation, was born when Don Randall at Fender Sales asked for a more refined, high - end bass. Its narrower nut on the neck gives a quicker and easier playing feel, and the sleek body mirrors the Jazzmaster's offset contour. By 1966, it got even better with new standout features.
The 1966 American Vintage II 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 bring classic thump and style.
These American Vintage II instruments are direct descendants of the original Fenders. They're made for players who love vintage Fender tone and feel, and are built with unmatched quality right down to the last screw. They're the purest form of Fender electrics - truly legendary.
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 tune using the vintage - style 'lollipop' tuners. Adjust the two volume controls and the master tone to get the sound you like. The comfortable 'U' shaped neck makes it easy to play chords and solos.
When it comes to storage, always keep your guitar in the vintage - style black case with an orange interior. This will protect it from dust, scratches, and accidental bumps.
For maintenance, clean the strings regularly with a soft cloth to keep them sounding great. Wipe down the body and fretboard to prevent dirt buildup. If you notice any loose parts like the 4 - saddle bridge or the pickguard, take it to a professional guitar technician to get it fixed. Enjoy playing your amazing Fender bass for years to come!
