The 2025 Fender Player II Mustang Bass PJ in Coral Red combines classic short-scale Mustang proportions with a versatile P/J pickup configuration and several of the playability improvements introduced with Fender’s Player II generation.

Its alder body is paired with a Modern “C” maple neck and slab rosewood fingerboard with rolled edges, while the compact 30" scale provides lower string tension and a noticeably more relaxed feel than a conventional 34" bass.

The electronics combine a Player Series Alnico V Precision Bass split-coil with an Alnico V Jazz Bass bridge pickup, selected through a straightforward three-way toggle. This provides everything from deep P-style punch to brighter bridge definition and useful blended tones.

Finished in vibrant Coral Red, this Pre-Owned example is offered in Very Good condition and is supplied without a case or gigbag.

At A Glance

Key Detail	Information
Brand	Fender
Series	Player II
Model	Mustang Bass PJ
Year	2025
Serial Number	MX25024257
Country of Manufacture	Mexico
Finish	Coral Red
Body	Alder
Fingerboard	Slab Rosewood
Scale Length	30"
Pickup Configuration	PJ
Pickups	Player Series Alnico V
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good
Main Appeal	Versatile short-scale Fender with classic P and J bass tones
Best For	Rock, indie, pop, soul, funk, punk and studio work

Pre-Owned Condition Report

Very Good Condition

This 2025 Fender Player II Mustang Bass PJ Coral Red is offered in Very Good condition.

Very Good condition means the bass shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and suitable for continued stage, studio, rehearsal and home use.

No faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.

What’s Included?

✔ 2025 Fender Player II Mustang Bass PJ Coral Red

✘ No Case Included
✘ No Gigbag Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This individual Mustang Bass has been graded Very Good, making it an appealing option for somebody looking for a recent Player II short-scale Fender while benefiting from Pre-Owned value.

No case or gigbag is supplied with this bass.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This Pre-Owned Fender bass has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.

Our checks include:

• Precision Bass split-coil pickup
• Jazz Bass bridge pickup
• Three-way toggle selector
• Master volume
• Master tone
• Output socket
• Frets
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Neck condition
• Open-gear tuning machines
• Four-saddle bridge
• Hardware
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Overall playability

Service / Setup Work

All Pre-Owned bass guitars at Fair Deal Music are set up and checked before leaving the shop.

Our assessment includes action, neck relief, fret condition, intonation, tuning stability, electronics, pickup balance, bridge setup, hardware and overall playability.

Please note that wooden instruments can respond slightly to changes in temperature and humidity during transportation.

Why Choose The Fender Player II Mustang Bass PJ?

Comfortable 30" Short Scale

The Mustang Bass uses a 30" scale, four inches shorter than the conventional 34" Fender Precision and Jazz Bass scale.

This reduces string tension and places the frets closer together, creating a particularly relaxed playing feel.

It is an excellent option for players with smaller hands, guitarists moving onto bass or experienced bassists who simply prefer the faster response of a short-scale instrument.

Player Series Alnico V Precision Bass Pickup

The split-coil pickup provides the strong low-mid punch associated with a traditional Precision Bass.

Used on its own, it delivers a full and authoritative bass sound that works particularly well for rock, pop, soul and straightforward supporting lines.

Player Series Alnico V Jazz Bass Pickup

The bridge pickup adds extra articulation and upper-mid definition.

It can provide a tighter, more focused sound by itself or be combined with the P pickup for additional clarity.

Three-Way Pickup Switching

Rather than using independent volume controls for blending, the Player II Mustang Bass PJ uses a simple three-position toggle.

The settings provide:

• Bridge Jazz Bass pickup
• Both pickups
• Precision Bass pickup

This makes switching between contrasting sounds particularly quick during live performance.

Rolled Fingerboard Edges

One of the meaningful Player II upgrades is the use of rolled fingerboard edges.

The result is a smoother, slightly more played-in feel around the sides of the neck rather than the sharper edge sometimes associated with a brand-new instrument.

Why Choose A Short-Scale Bass?

A shorter scale changes both feel and response.

With the same tuning and comparable string gauge, the strings have less tension than on a conventional long-scale bass.

This can make:

• Fretting easier
• Wide stretches more comfortable
• Faster passages feel more manageable
• Bends easier
• The overall response slightly softer and more immediate

Short-scale basses can also develop a distinctive thick fundamental that works extremely well in rock, indie and studio arrangements.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Player II Mustang Bass PJ vs Precision Bass

A Precision Bass uses a longer 34" scale and normally relies on a single split-coil pickup. The Mustang is more compact and adds a Jazz Bass bridge pickup for considerably greater tonal variety.

Player II Mustang Bass PJ vs Jazz Bass

A Jazz Bass uses two single-coil pickups and a longer scale. The Mustang’s P/J layout provides a fuller neck position while maintaining some of the bridge definition associated with a Jazz Bass.

Player II Mustang Bass PJ vs Earlier Player Mustang Bass PJ

The Player II generation updates the formula with details such as rolled fingerboard edges and renewed colour choices, while retaining the short scale and versatile PJ concept that made the previous model popular.

Mustang Bass vs Squier Classic Vibe Mustang Bass

The Squier provides a more accessible route into the Mustang format. The Mexican-made Player II moves into Fender’s main professional production range with upgraded pickups, construction and finishing.

Who Is It For?

Guitarists Moving Onto Bass

The 30" scale and compact proportions can feel much more familiar than immediately moving to a full-sized long-scale bass.

Indie And Alternative Players

Mustang basses have a long association with alternative styles, and the PJ electronics give this version enough versatility for modern rigs.

Rock And Punk Bassists

The split-coil pickup provides plenty of fundamental punch while the short scale gives the instrument a fast, responsive feel.

Studio Musicians

The contrasting P and J pickup voices make it easy to find a sound that sits appropriately within different arrangements.

Players Who Find Long-Scale Basses Uncomfortable

The shorter stretches and lower string tension can make extended playing considerably easier.

Suitable Genres And Uses

The Fender Player II Mustang Bass PJ is particularly well suited to:

• Rock
• Indie
• Alternative
• Punk
• Pop
• Soul
• Funk
• R&B
• Blues
• Garage rock
• Singer-songwriter
• Studio recording
• Session work
• Home recording
• Live performance

What Makes A PJ Bass So Versatile?

A PJ bass combines two of Fender’s most familiar bass pickup formats.

The Precision-style split coil gives you depth, low-mid punch and a strong fundamental.

The Jazz-style bridge pickup adds a brighter, more articulate character with additional upper-mid definition.

Having both on the same bass means you can move from deep traditional supporting tones to more defined, mix-cutting sounds without changing instruments.

Story & Context: Fender Player II Mustang Bass

The original Mustang Bass appeared in 1966, following the Mustang guitar and forming part of Fender’s compact student-instrument family.

Its shorter scale and smaller body made it immediately approachable, but the design subsequently found an audience far beyond beginner players.

Over the decades, Mustang basses became especially popular within punk, alternative, indie and studio environments, where their compact dimensions and distinctive short-scale response became strengths in their own right.

Fender launched the Player II Series in July 2024, updating its highly successful Mexican-made Player range with revised neck finishing, rolled fingerboard edges and a selection of archive-inspired colours.

Coral Red was among the vintage automotive-inspired colours revived for the Player II family.

Serial MX25024257 places this individual example within 2025 Mexican production.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Solid Body Electric Bass
Brand	Fender
Series	Player II
Model	Mustang Bass PJ
Year	2025
Serial Number	MX25024257
Country of Manufacture	Mexico
Finish	Coral Red
Body Material	Alder
Body Finish	Gloss Polyester
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Construction	4-Bolt
Neck Profile	Modern “C”
Neck Finish	Satin Urethane Back / Gloss Headstock Face
Fingerboard Material	Slab Rosewood
Fingerboard Edges	Rolled
Fingerboard Radius	9.5"
Scale Length	30" / 762mm
Number of Frets	19
Fret Size	Medium Jumbo
Nut Material	Synthetic Bone
Nut Width	1.5" / 38.1mm
Position Inlays	White Dots
Pickup Configuration	PJ
Neck / Middle Pickup	Player Series Alnico V Split Single-Coil Precision Bass
Bridge Pickup	Player Series Alnico V Single-Coil Jazz Bass
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Pickup Selector	3-Way Toggle
Bridge	4-Saddle Standard
Saddles	Single-Groove Steel Barrel
Tuning Machines	Standard Open-Gear
Pickguard	3-Ply Parchment
Hardware Finish	Nickel / Chrome
Factory String Gauge	.045–.105
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The Player Series Alnico V P and J pickups and controls operate entirely passively.

Connect the bass directly to an amplifier, pedalboard, DI box, modeller or recording interface using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Recent Player II instruments can make excellent Pre-Owned purchases because they provide the latest-generation Fender specification while offering better value than buying new.

This Mustang Bass in particular combines short-scale comfort, rosewood fingerboard, versatile PJ pickups and a distinctive Coral Red finish.

Every Pre-Owned bass at Fair Deal Music is individually checked and assessed before sale.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The 2025 Fender Player II Mustang Bass PJ Coral Red takes one of Fender’s most approachable bass designs and gives it enough tonal flexibility to work as a serious all-round instrument.

The 30" scale is immediately comfortable, while the Precision and Jazz pickup combination prevents it from becoming limited to one particular sound.

The Coral Red finish also gives this example plenty of personality without losing the classic Fender aesthetic.

Best suited for: Indie, rock, pop and players wanting a versatile short-scale bass.

Customers usually upgrade from: Squier Mustang basses, entry-level short-scale models and starter bass packages.

Most commonly paired with: Bass combo amplifiers, compressors, overdrive, DI boxes and recording interfaces.

Our tip: Start with the Precision pickup on its own for your main bass sound, then switch to both pickups when you want a little more definition and attack in a busy mix.

Showroom feedback: The short scale is the immediate attraction, but the PJ electronics are what make this version genuinely versatile enough for regular gigging and studio use.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

You can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians
• Carefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment
• Birmingham showroom
• More than 6,000 Excellent customer reviews
• Secure ordering
• Fast UK delivery
• Friendly support before and after your purchase
• Decades of experience with new and second hand musical equipment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What year is serial MX25024257?

The MX25 prefix identifies 2025 Mexican manufacture under Fender’s modern serial-numbering system.

Is the Player II Mustang Bass short scale?

Yes. It uses a 30" scale, compared with the 34" scale found on a traditional Precision or Jazz Bass.

What pickups does it use?

It uses a Player Series Alnico V Precision Bass split-coil and Player Series Alnico V Jazz Bass bridge pickup.

Can both pickups be used together?

Yes. The three-way toggle provides bridge-only, both-pickups and Precision-pickup-only settings.

Does it have a rosewood fingerboard?

Yes. The Coral Red version uses a slab rosewood fingerboard with rolled edges.

How many frets does it have?

It uses 19 medium-jumbo frets.

Is it active?

No. The Player II Mustang Bass PJ is completely passive, so no battery is required.

Is a case included?

No. This Pre-Owned example is supplied without a case or gigbag.

What condition is it in?

It is offered in Very Good condition, showing some cosmetic evidence of careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.