Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass Roasted Pine Natural Electric Bass Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass in Natural with a Roasted Pine body takes one of the most versatile bass designs ever made and develops it specifically for the demands of contemporary working players.

This distinctive version pairs its natural-finished roasted pine body with a maple fingerboard, creating a clean, understated look that allows the grain of the body wood to take centre stage. Two V-Mod II single-coil Jazz Bass pickups deliver the definition, punch and tonal flexibility expected from a premium Jazz Bass, while the classic dual-volume and master-tone control layout keeps everything immediate and familiar.

The Slim “C” maple neck features rolled fingerboard edges, a smooth Super-Natural satin urethane finish and a newly sculpted heel for comfortable access further up the neck. Add a 9.5-inch radius, 20 narrow-tall frets, Posiflex graphite reinforcement and Fender's HiMass Vintage bridge, and this is a professional-quality Jazz Bass built equally comfortably for stage, studio and long-term ownership.

A Fender Deluxe Molded Case is included for secure storage and transport.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Fender
Series	American Professional II
Model	Jazz Bass
Model Number	0193972763
Finish	Natural
Condition	New
Body	Roasted Pine
Fingerboard	Maple
Pickups	Dual V-Mod II Single-Coil Jazz Bass
Main Appeal	Premium professional Jazz Bass with roasted pine body and modernised playability
Best For	Gigging, recording, funk, rock, soul, pop, jazz and session work
Included	Fender Deluxe Molded Case

What's Included?

• Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass – Natural

• Fender Deluxe Molded Case

• ✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Why Choose The Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass?

V-Mod II Jazz Bass Pickups

The American Professional II uses two V-Mod II single-coil Jazz Bass pickups, individually voiced for their respective positions. They retain the articulation and recognisable growl of a traditional Jazz Bass while delivering the stronger presence and definition expected from a modern professional instrument.

Blending the two independent volume controls lets you move from fuller neck-pickup sounds through balanced two-pickup tones to the tighter, more articulate response of the bridge pickup.

Roasted Pine Body

This particular version swaps the alder found on most American Professional II Jazz Basses for a roasted pine body. The roasting process gives the timber a distinctive appearance beneath the Natural finish, making model 0193972763 stand apart visually from the more conventional painted versions in the range.

Slim “C” Neck With Rolled Fingerboard Edges

Fender's Slim “C” neck profile keeps the classic narrow Jazz Bass nut width while providing a comfortable profile for both traditional fingerstyle and more active playing techniques.

Rolled fingerboard edges soften the transition between the neck and fingerboard, helping the instrument feel comfortable from the first session rather than sharply machined around the edges.

Super-Natural Satin Neck Finish

The rear of the neck uses Fender's Super-Natural satin urethane finish, while the headstock face remains gloss urethane. The satin surface provides a smooth playing feel and avoids the stickier sensation some players experience with heavily glossed necks.

Sculpted Neck Heel

The reshaped neck heel and bevelled neck plate make access towards the upper register easier than on a more traditional square-heel Jazz Bass. It is a subtle change, but an important one for bassists regularly working above the middle of the fingerboard.

HiMass Vintage Bridge

Fender's four-saddle HiMass Vintage bridge combines substantial construction with the option of either top-loading the strings or running them through the body.

That flexibility allows players to choose their preferred restringing approach while maintaining accurate individual saddle adjustment for intonation and action.

Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass vs Popular Alternatives

Fender American Professional Classic Jazz Bass

The American Professional Classic Jazz Bass takes a slightly more traditional approach with a Modern “C” neck and vintage-inspired character. The American Professional II is the stronger choice if you specifically want the Slim “C” neck, rolled edges, sculpted heel, V-Mod II pickups, Posiflex reinforcement and HiMass Vintage bridge.

Fender American Ultra II Jazz Bass

The American Ultra II moves significantly further towards modern bass design. It adds a 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard, Modern “D” neck, Ultra II Noiseless pickups and an active/passive preamp with three-band EQ. Choose the Ultra II if extensive onboard tone shaping and noiseless operation are priorities. Choose the American Professional II if you prefer a simpler passive Jazz Bass signal path.

Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass

The American Vintage II '66 is aimed at players seeking a much more period-correct experience, with a 7.25-inch radius, bound round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, '66 “U” neck, Pure Vintage '66 pickups and vintage-style hardware. The American Professional II retains unmistakable Jazz Bass character while offering a noticeably more contemporary neck and hardware specification.

Fender Player II Jazz Bass

The Player II Jazz Bass provides the classic Jazz Bass format at a more accessible level, with Player Series Alnico V pickups, Modern “C” neck and standard four-saddle bridge. The American Professional II is the logical step up for players wanting premium neck finishing, V-Mod II electronics, Posiflex neck reinforcement, HiMass hardware and a Deluxe Molded Case.

Who Is The Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass For?

The American Professional II Jazz Bass is particularly well suited to:

• Professional gigging bassists

• Session and studio musicians

• Players upgrading from Player or intermediate-level Fender basses

• Funk and soul bassists

• Rock and alternative players

• Pop and contemporary session musicians

• Jazz and fusion bassists

• Fingerstyle players

• Pick players who value note definition

• Bassists looking for a premium passive instrument

• Players who prefer a narrow Jazz Bass nut width

• Fender enthusiasts looking for the distinctive roasted pine version

Looking for advice on choosing between a Fender Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, active bass or passive bass guitar? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store at our Birmingham showroom.

Suitable Genres And Playing Styles

One of the strengths of a Jazz Bass is the amount of tonal variation available from a remarkably simple passive circuit.

Running both pickups together gives the familiar balanced Jazz Bass sound: clear lows, defined top end and enough midrange detail to remain articulate in a full band mix. It works particularly well for funk, pop, soul, rock and studio work.

Rolling back the bridge pickup places more emphasis on the neck pickup for a rounder, weightier bass tone. Moving towards the bridge pickup creates a tighter and more focused sound that can work particularly well for fingerstyle articulation, melodic bass lines and parts that need to cut through guitars and keyboards.

The passive electronics also make the American Professional II straightforward to use with pedals, recording equipment and bass amplifiers without needing to manage an onboard preamp or active EQ.

Why Choose A Passive Jazz Bass For Professional Use?

Active electronics can provide powerful EQ adjustment directly from the instrument, but many players still prefer the immediacy of a passive Jazz Bass. With separate pickup volumes and one master tone control, the American Professional II lets you make useful changes quickly without complicating the signal path.

That simplicity also makes it an excellent platform for external preamps, compressors, drive pedals and amplifier EQ. If you already shape most of your sound from your pedalboard or amplifier, the American Professional II provides a versatile foundation without duplicating those controls on the bass itself.

Compatibility & Recommended Pairings

The American Professional II Jazz Bass works with standard bass amplification and recording equipment using a regular 1/4-inch instrument cable.

Useful pairings include:

• Bass combo amplifiers

• Bass heads and speaker cabinets

• Bass DI and preamp pedals

• Compressor pedals

• Overdrive and distortion pedals

• Octave and envelope filter effects

• Multi-effects processors

• Audio interfaces

• Recording preamps

For live work, a quality bass compressor can help control dynamics while maintaining the natural character of the V-Mod II pickups. A good DI or preamp is also useful when sending the bass directly to a venue PA or recording console.

Story & Context

The Jazz Bass first appeared in 1960, developed by Fender as a more upmarket companion to the Precision Bass. Its offset body shape, narrower nut width and dual single-coil pickup arrangement established a distinct identity that has remained central to Fender's bass range ever since.

Fender introduced the original American Professional Series in late 2016 as its primary range of professional American-made guitars and basses.

The American Professional II Series followed in October 2020, developing the formula with revised V-Mod II pickups, rolled fingerboard edges, sculpted neck heels, upgraded bridges and other refinements aimed at players working regularly on stage and in the studio.

This roasted pine version is especially distinctive because the Natural finish and maple fingerboard move away from the more familiar alder-and-colour-finish formula while retaining the same American Professional II electronics and playing features.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Fender
Series	American Professional II
Model	Jazz Bass
Model Number	0193972763
Orientation	Right-Handed
Colour	Natural
Body Shape	Jazz Bass
Body Material	Roasted Pine
Body Finish	Gloss Urethane
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Construction	4-Bolt
Neck Shape	Slim “C”
Neck Finish	Super-Natural Satin Urethane on Back 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	Narrow Tall
Position Inlays	Black Dot
Side Dots	Black
Nut Material	Bone
Nut Width	1.5" / 38.1 mm
Neck Reinforcement	Posiflex Graphite Support Rods
Bridge Pickup	V-Mod II Single-Coil Jazz Bass
Neck/Middle Pickup	V-Mod II Single-Coil Jazz Bass
Pickup Configuration	SS
Controls	Volume 1, Volume 2, Master Tone
Bridge	4-Saddle HiMass Vintage
Stringing	String-Through-Body or Top-Load
Tuning Machines	Fender Lightweight Vintage-Style Keys with Tapered Shafts
Hardware Finish	Nickel/Chrome
Pickguard	3-Ply Black
Pickup Covers	Black
Control Knobs	Black Plastic
Strap Buttons	Vintage-Style
Factory Strings	Fender USA 7250M Nickel-Plated Steel .045-.105
Case	Fender Deluxe Molded Case

Specification Note

An exact individual instrument weight has not been supplied, so no estimated weight has been added to this listing.

Natural wood grain varies from instrument to instrument, so the appearance of the roasted pine body will be individual to each bass.

Power Requirements

The Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass uses passive electronics, so no battery or external power supply is required.

Connect it to a bass amplifier, DI, effects processor or suitable audio interface using a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable.

Fair Deal Music Expert Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass is exactly the sort of bass that makes sense when you need one instrument capable of covering a wide range of professional work without making the electronics unnecessarily complicated.

The V-Mod II pickups preserve the familiar two-pickup Jazz Bass flexibility, while the Slim “C” neck, rolled edges, narrow-tall frets and sculpted heel give it a noticeably refined playing experience.

This Natural roasted pine version adds something extra. It has a much more individual visual identity than a conventional solid-colour Jazz Bass while keeping all the practical features that make the American Professional II such a strong working instrument.

Best suited for: Professional players, serious gigging bassists and players upgrading to a premium passive Jazz Bass.

Main benefit: Classic Jazz Bass flexibility combined with refined modern playability.

Value proposition: A high-spec professional Fender with premium neck finishing, upgraded hardware and a protective molded case included.

Standout feature: The combination of a Natural roasted pine body and maple fingerboard.

Customers usually upgrade from: Fender Player and Player II Jazz Basses, Squier Classic Vibe models and other intermediate four-string basses.

Most commonly paired with: Quality bass amplification, compressor pedals, DI/preamp units and versatile pedalboards.

Our tip: Experiment with very small adjustments to the two pickup volume controls rather than simply running both at maximum. Slightly favouring one V-Mod II pickup can make a surprisingly useful difference to how the bass sits in a mix.

Showroom feedback: The Slim “C” neck and rolled fingerboard edges make this a particularly approachable premium Jazz Bass, while the exposed roasted pine grain gives this Natural version its own identity.

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.

Our Birmingham showroom gives bassists the opportunity to compare instruments, amplifiers and effects with help from a knowledgeable musician-led team. Whether you're buying your first serious Fender bass, upgrading an existing instrument or building a professional stage rig, we're here to offer straightforward advice before and after your purchase.

When you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians

• Carefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment

• Competitive prices on leading music brands

• Secure UK-wide delivery

• Flexible finance options available, subject to status

• Friendly support before and after your purchase

• A large Birmingham showroom

• Secure online ordering

• Decades of experience with new and pre-owned guitars, basses and music equipment

For a premium instrument such as the American Professional II Jazz Bass, you can also request a video demo if you would like a closer look at the individual bass.

Trade In. Trade Up. Save More.

Thinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.

We're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your bass, guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.

Simply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.

It's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the American Professional II Jazz Bass active or passive?

It is a passive Jazz Bass. The two V-Mod II pickups are controlled by two independent volume controls and one master tone control, with no onboard active preamp or battery.

What is the benefit of the narrow 1.5-inch Jazz Bass nut?

The narrower nut is one of the defining characteristics of the Jazz Bass. Many players find it particularly comfortable for quicker position changes and more active left-hand techniques, especially when compared with the wider nut traditionally associated with a Precision Bass.

Can the bridge be top-loaded or strung through the body?

Yes. The HiMass Vintage bridge supports both top-loading and string-through-body installation, allowing you to choose your preferred stringing method.

Is the American Professional II suitable for slap bass?

Yes. The clear response of the V-Mod II pickups, familiar Jazz Bass pickup configuration and 9.5-inch radius make it a strong platform for slap and pop techniques as well as conventional fingerstyle and pick playing.

How does a Jazz Bass differ from a Precision Bass?

A Jazz Bass uses two separate single-coil pickups and a narrower neck at the nut, giving you greater control over pickup blending and a generally more articulate range of tones. A traditional Precision Bass uses one split-coil pickup and has a simpler, more direct tonal character.

Does roasted pine require different care from an alder bass?

Normal electric bass care is sufficient. Keep the instrument away from extreme temperature and humidity changes, clean it with suitable guitar-care products and store it securely when not in use.

Can I use heavier or lighter bass strings?

Yes. The factory set is .045-.105. A substantial change in gauge or string construction can alter neck relief, action and intonation, so a setup may be worthwhile after changing significantly from the original specification.

Is the American Professional II good for recording?

Yes. The passive electronics and independent pickup volumes make it particularly useful in the studio because you can quickly create contrasting tones without complicated onboard processing. It also works well directly into a quality DI or bass preamp.

American Professional II or American Ultra II Jazz Bass?

Choose the American Professional II if you prefer a traditional passive control layout with modern playability. Choose the Ultra II if you specifically want active EQ, noiseless pickups, a compound-radius fingerboard and a more extensively modernised specification.

Is this suitable as a main professional gigging bass?

Yes. The American Professional II range was designed specifically around the needs of working players, and features such as the reinforced neck, lightweight tuners, HiMass bridge, sculpted heel and molded case make it particularly well suited to regular stage and studio use.

The Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass Roasted Pine Natural combines one of Fender's most enduring bass designs with thoughtful modern refinements and a particularly distinctive natural wood aesthetic. For players looking for a premium passive Jazz Bass that can move easily between studio sessions, rehearsals and live performance, it is an exceptionally strong all-round choice.

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