{"product_id":"fender-american-professional-jazz-bass-oxblood-rosewood","title":"Fender American Professional Jazz Bass®, Oxblood, Rosewood Fingerboard","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender American Professional Jazz Bass® in Oxblood with Rosewood Fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e combines classic Jazz Bass versatility with modern refinements aimed at serious live, studio and everyday players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking Oxblood version pairs an \u003cstrong\u003ealder body with a rosewood fingerboard and 3-ply black pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the instrument a darker, more contemporary visual identity while retaining the instantly recognisable offset Jazz Bass design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo \u003cstrong\u003eV-Mod III single-coil Jazz Bass pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the familiar flexibility of independent pickup volumes and a master tone control. A \u003cstrong\u003eSlim \"C\" maple neck\u003c\/strong\u003e, rolled fingerboard edges, sculpted neck heel and 9.5\" radius provide a comfortable modern playing platform, while the 4-saddle HiMass™ Pro bridge and lightweight Fender tuners complete the professional specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eFender Deluxe Molded Case is included\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Professional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Professional Jazz Bass®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0192930730\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOxblood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlim \"C\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo V-Mod III Single-Coil Jazz Bass® pickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Saddle HiMass™ Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Ply Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeluxe Molded Case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGigging, recording, sessions and serious everyday playing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fender American Professional Jazz Bass®, Oxblood, Rosewood Fingerboard\u003cbr\u003e✔ Fender Deluxe Molded Case\u003cbr\u003e✘ No Additional Accessories Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Fender American Professional Jazz Bass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassic Jazz Bass Flexibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe familiar Jazz Bass control system remains one of the strongest reasons to choose this design. Separate volume controls for each pickup allow you to blend the two pickups continuously, while a master tone control keeps overall adjustment simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you want a fuller blended bass sound, increased bridge-pickup definition or a rounder neck-pickup character, the instrument can be adjusted quickly without complicated electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eV-Mod III Jazz Bass Pickups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo \u003cstrong\u003eV-Mod III single-coil Jazz Bass pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the articulation, punch and definition expected from a professional Fender Jazz Bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straightforward dual-volume layout makes them particularly useful for musicians who need to adapt quickly between different songs, playing techniques and recording situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSlim \"C\" Neck With Rosewood Fingerboard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maple neck uses Fender's \u003cstrong\u003eSlim \"C\" profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired here with a rosewood fingerboard, rolled fingerboard edges and Narrow Tall frets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 9.5\" radius provides a comfortable balance between traditional Fender feel and modern playability, while the sculpted neck heel improves access when working higher up the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOxblood Finish With Black Pickguard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOxblood finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this American Professional Jazz Bass a distinctive darker appearance that sets it apart from more traditional Fender colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the rosewood fingerboard, white dot position markers and 3-ply black pickguard, it creates a particularly cohesive, understated look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHiMass™ Pro Bridge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e4-saddle HiMass Pro bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e provides individual adjustment for each string and supports either string-through-body or top-load stringing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a substantial professional bridge design that retains the straightforward adjustability expected from a traditional four-string Fender bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional Jazz Bass vs Fender Precision Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Precision Bass focuses on the simplicity and strong fundamental character of its split-coil pickup. The Jazz Bass provides two separately controlled single-coil pickups, making it the stronger option for players who prioritise tonal blending and flexibility directly from the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Jazz Bass if versatility is important; consider a Precision Bass if you prefer maximum simplicity and a more focused traditional bass voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional Jazz Bass vs Vintage-Style Jazz Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage-focused Jazz Bass typically prioritises period-correct specifications. The American Professional is aimed more directly at today's working player, with features including a \u003cstrong\u003e9.5\" radius, Narrow Tall frets, rolled fingerboard edges, sculpted neck heel and HiMass Pro bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is well suited to players who want the fundamentals of a Jazz Bass without committing to strictly vintage playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional Jazz Bass vs Active Jazz-Style Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActive basses offer onboard powered EQ and additional tone-shaping controls. This Fender keeps the signal path straightforward with its traditional pickup volumes and master tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the American Professional if you prefer simple controls and want your amplifier, pedals or recording equipment to handle more detailed EQ duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmerican Professional Jazz Bass vs Intermediate Fender Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFender's more affordable bass ranges can make excellent working instruments. The American Professional is aimed at players looking for a premium USA-made instrument with upgraded pickups, hardware, refined neck detailing and a moulded hard case as part of the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an experienced Jazz Bass player wanting a serious long-term instrument, it represents a logical professional-level upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Fender American Professional Jazz Bass is a strong choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional and semi-professional bassists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGigging musicians needing a versatile main bass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudio and session players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJazz Bass owners looking for a premium upgrade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers moving into their first USA-made Fender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBassists who prefer passive electronics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who favour a rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusicians wanting a darker, less traditional Fender finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerious home players looking for a long-term instrument\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlaying Styles \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jazz Bass format works particularly well for musicians who move between different styles and need an instrument that can adapt without complicated controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional Jazz Bass is well suited to \u003cstrong\u003erock, pop, funk, soul, R\u0026amp;B, blues, jazz, indie, recording, live performance and session work\u003c\/strong\u003e, with pickup blending providing useful flexibility when moving between different playing techniques and arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does A Rosewood Fingerboard Bring To A Jazz Bass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many players, rosewood is as much about playing feel and appearance as it is about specification. Its darker surface creates a strong visual contrast against the maple neck and works particularly well with the Oxblood finish and black pickguard used on this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rosewood fingerboard also gives this version a distinctly different character from the maple-board alternatives in the range. Both are professional choices, so the better option ultimately comes down to your preferred feel, appearance and familiarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Recommended Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional Jazz Bass uses Fender's established \u003cstrong\u003e34\" long-scale four-string format\u003c\/strong\u003e and is supplied with Fender USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel strings in .045-.105 gauges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUseful additions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuality bass amplifier or bass rig\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/4\" instrument cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable bass strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChromatic tuner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpare long-scale bass strings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstrument stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrap locks if preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBass effects pedals or external preamp for additional tone shaping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a \u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Molded Case is already included\u003c\/strong\u003e, you have suitable hard-case protection from the outset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on pairing your Fender Jazz Bass with the right amplifier, strings, pedals or accessories? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFender Jazz Bass first appeared in 1960\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering bassists a new alternative to the Precision Bass with an offset body design, two single-coil pickups and separate pickup volume controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts adaptable pickup arrangement became one of the defining characteristics of the model, allowing musicians to move between different bass sounds using a remarkably simple control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American Professional interpretation develops that established formula around the requirements of the modern working musician. Features such as rolled fingerboard edges, a sculpted heel, V-Mod III pickups and HiMass Pro bridge refine the playing experience without removing the simplicity that has made the Jazz Bass so enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Oxblood model adds a particularly distinctive aesthetic, combining the deep finish with rosewood and black appointments for a more contemporary take on the classic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican 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The Jazz Bass format is particularly popular with players who use slap, fingerstyle and pick techniques. Its dual-pickup arrangement lets you adjust the balance to find the definition and attack that works best for your technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Jazz Bass neck compare with a Precision Bass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJazz Bass necks traditionally use a narrower nut width than Precision Bass necks. This model has a 1.5\" nut width and Slim \"C\" profile, making it particularly appealing to players who favour a streamlined feel in the lower positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good bass for studio recording?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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