Fender Standard Jazz Bass Black Electric Bass Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Fender Standard Jazz Bass in Black delivers the distinctive feel, versatility and unmistakable styling that have made the Jazz Bass a favourite across virtually every style of music. Its lightweight poplar body is paired with a comfortable Modern “C” maple neck and maple fingerboard for a responsive, familiar playing experience.

Two Fender Standard ceramic single-coil Jazz Bass pickups provide plenty of clarity, punch and definition, while individual pickup volume controls make it easy to blend warmer neck tones with the tighter attack of the bridge pickup. Finished in classic Black with a matching black pickguard, this version offers a particularly clean, understated Fender aesthetic.

What Makes the Fender Standard Jazz Bass Special?

The Jazz Bass design is renowned for versatility. With separate volume controls for the neck and bridge pickups alongside a master tone control, you can quickly move from full-bodied supportive bass sounds to brighter, more articulate tones without complex switching or active electronics.

A Modern “C” maple neck, 9.5" fingerboard radius and slim 1.5" nut width give the Standard Jazz Bass an accessible playing feel that's equally comfortable for developing players and experienced bassists. The four-saddle top-load bridge provides straightforward individual string adjustment, completing a dependable, traditional Fender setup.

Who Is It For?

The Fender Standard Jazz Bass is an excellent choice for:

• Players looking for their first genuine Fender bass.

• Developing musicians wanting an instrument they can grow into.

• Gigging bassists needing versatile passive tones.

• Guitarists adding a dependable bass to their collection.

• Recording musicians looking for classic Jazz Bass sounds.

• Players covering rock, pop, funk, soul, indie, blues and alternative music.

• Bassists who prefer a slimmer nut width and comfortable neck profile.

At A Glance

Feature	Specification
Series	Fender Standard
Body Shape	Jazz Bass
Colour	Black
Body	Poplar
Neck	Maple, Modern “C”
Fingerboard	Maple
Pickups	2 x Fender Standard Single-Coil Jazz Bass
Scale Length	34"
Frets	20 Medium Jumbo
Controls	Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone
Orientation	Right-Handed

What’s Included?

• Fender Standard Jazz Bass in Black

• Factory-fitted nickel-plated steel .045–.105 strings

Case or gig bag is not included.

Technical Specifications

Body

• Body Shape: Jazz Bass

• Body Material: Poplar

• Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane

• Colour: Black

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple

• Neck Construction: Bolt-On

• Neck Profile: Modern “C”

• Neck Finish: Satin Urethane with Gloss Urethane Headstock Face

• Fingerboard Material: Maple

• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" / 241 mm

• Scale Length: 34" / 864 mm

• Number of Frets: 20

• Fret Size: Medium Jumbo

• Nut Material: Micarta

• Nut Width: 1.5" / 38.1 mm

• Position Inlays: Black Dot

• Side Dots: Black

• Truss Rod: Dual-Action, Head Adjust

• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Fender Standard Single-Coil Jazz Bass

• Bridge Pickup: Fender Standard Single-Coil Jazz Bass

• Pickup Type: Ceramic Single-Coil

• Pickup Configuration: SS

• Controls: Volume 1 – Neck Pickup, Volume 2 – Bridge Pickup, Master Tone

• Pickup Switching: None

• Electronics: Passive

Hardware

• Bridge: Fender Standard Top-Load

• Bridge Saddles: Satin Chrome Steel Barrel Saddles

• Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Open-Gear with Clover Keys

• Hardware Finish: Chrome

• Pickguard: 3-Ply Black

• Control Knobs: Black Plastic

• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt

• String Tree: Vintage-Style Disc

• Strap Buttons: Standard

• Strings: Nickel-Plated Steel, .045–.105

Power Requirements

The Fender Standard Jazz Bass uses passive electronics and does not require a battery or external power supply.

Simply connect the bass to a suitable bass amplifier, audio interface or other instrument-level input using a standard 1/4" instrument cable.

FAQs

Is the Fender Standard Jazz Bass suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its comfortable neck, straightforward passive electronics and versatile pickup arrangement make it an excellent bass for developing players, while retaining the feel and functionality experienced musicians expect.

What pickups are fitted?

The Standard Jazz Bass features two Fender Standard ceramic single-coil Jazz Bass pickups, positioned at the neck and bridge.

What does having two pickups allow you to do?

Each pickup has its own volume control, allowing you to change their relative balance. This provides access to warmer neck-pickup sounds, brighter bridge tones and numerous combinations in between.

Is the Fender Standard Jazz Bass active or passive?

It is completely passive, so no battery is required. Its controls consist of two pickup volume controls and a master tone control.

What fingerboard does the Black version have?

This Black version features a maple fingerboard with black dot position inlays.

What is the scale length?

It has a traditional Fender 34-inch / 864 mm scale length, making it a full-size electric bass.

How many frets does it have?

The Fender Standard Jazz Bass has 20 medium-jumbo frets.

What is the nut width?

The nut measures 1.5" / 38.1 mm, giving the neck the comparatively slim feel traditionally associated with a Jazz Bass.

What styles of music is it suitable for?

The Jazz Bass is exceptionally versatile and works well for rock, pop, funk, soul, blues, indie, alternative, jazz and many other styles.

Does it come with a case or gig bag?

No. A case or gig bag is not included, although suitable Fender and third-party options are available separately.

What controls does the bass have?

It features an individual volume control for each pickup plus a single master tone control, providing straightforward control over pickup balance and overall brightness.

What bridge does it use?

The bass features a Fender Standard four-saddle top-load bridge with satin chrome steel barrel saddles, providing individual adjustment for each string.

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