The Fender® American Vintage II series offers an incredibly accurate representation of the revolutionary designs that changed the course of music history. Each instrument in this series is crafted with period-accurate bodies, necks, and hardware, top-notch finishes, and meticulously voiced, year-specific pickups. It truly captures the essence of authentic Fender craftsmanship and tone.
The iconic Jazz Bass® was born when Don Randall at Fender Sales asked for a more sophisticated, high - end bass model. With a narrower nut on the neck, it offers a faster and more effortless playing feel. The sleek body style mimics the offset contoured style of the Jazzmaster®. By 1966, this instrument reached new levels with remarkable new features.
The American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass has a comfortable 'U' shaped hard rock maple neck. It plays like a dream, thanks to its 7.25' radius round - lam rosewood fingerboard and vintage tall frets. In line with 1966 production, it comes with white neck binding, pearl dots, two volume controls with a master tone, a matching 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 deliver classic thump and style.
The instruments in the American Vintage II series are direct descendants of the original Fenders. They are designed for players who appreciate vintage Fender tone and feel, and are built with unmatched quality right down to the last screw. These are the purest form of Fender electric guitars: Fender American Vintage II, the stuff of legends.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Jazz Bass®
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Neck Profile: 1966 'U'
- Fretboard Material: Slab Rosewood
- Fretboard Radius: 7.25' (184.1 mm)
- Scale Length: 34' (86.36 cm)
- No. of Frets: 20 Vintage Tall
- Fretboard Inlays: 7mm White Pearloid Dot Inlays
- 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: Deluxe Brown Hardshell
Using your Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass is a breeze. First, make sure it's properly tuned using the vintage - style 'lollipop' tuners. Adjust the two volume controls and the master tone to get the sound you want. Whether you're strumming gently or playing aggressively, the comfortable 'U' shaped neck and smooth rosewood fingerboard will make your playing experience great.
When it comes to maintenance, keep your bass clean. Wipe it down after each use with a soft cloth to remove sweat and dirt. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures and humidity, as this can damage the wood and the finish. Check the strings regularly. If they start to sound dull or feel rough, it's time to replace them with the Fender® USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel strings.
For the hardware, like the bridge and tuners, give them a light cleaning every few months to keep them in good working order. And always store your bass in the deluxe brown hardshell case when you're not using it to protect it from bumps and scratches.
