Fender Jazz Bass Player II MN Coral Red

A Jazz Bass in the Fender Spirit, Designed for Today's Bassists

Heir to a silhouette that has become a standard, the Player II Jazz Bass retains the Fender DNA while adopting performance-oriented choices: a fast neck feel, familiar ergonomics, and simple, effective electronics that are immediately usable both in the studio and on stage. The result: an instrument that respects the Jazz Bass tradition while meeting current playing demands.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

This bass is aimed at beginner to intermediate bassists seeking a reliable choice, as well as seasoned musicians who want a dependable Jazz Bass for rehearsals, recording, and touring. Thanks to the JJ pickup configuration and two independent volume controls, it easily covers funk, pop, rock, indie, blues, reggae, and modern jazz, with excellent dynamic control whether playing fingerstyle, with a pick, or slap.

The Sound

The combination of an alder body (balanced, clear attack, well-defined lows) and two Jazz Bass Alnico 5 single-coil pickups produces a tone that is both defined and lively. The neck pickup adds warmth and depth, while the bridge pickup emphasizes bite and precision in the mix. The Volume / Volume / Tone controls allow fine-tuning of character (from an articulated growl to a warmer foundation), with a clear response and great versatility depending on the amp, effects, and playing technique.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and tonal balance, choose a set of Fender USA 7250M nickel-plated steel strings .045-.105 (part number 0737250406) when replacing strings.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Body	Alder
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Color	Red
Nbr of strings	4	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Maple	Hardware	Chromed
Nbrs of frets	20

Body Material	alder	Truss Rod	single action, headstock adjustment
Body Finish	glossy polyester	Truss Rod Nut	hex adjustment
Body Shape	Jazz Bass	Nut	synthetic bone
Body Style	solid body	Nut Width	38.1 mm / 1.50"
Headstock	Jazz Bass	Bridge	standard 4-saddle bridge
Neck Material	maple	Bridge Mounting	5-Screw Vintage-Style
Neck Finish	satin urethane on the back with glossy urethane headstock face	Pickguard	3-ply parchment
Neck Shape	Modern C	Pickup Covers	black
Neck Construction	4-bolt standard	Control Knobs	black plastic with white indicator
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Hardware Finish	nickel/chrome
Fingerboard Material	maple	Tuners	Standard Open-Gear
Fingerboard Inlay	White Dot	String Guide	vintage-style disc
Side Dots	white	Neck Plate	4-bolt with "F" logo
Number of Frets	20	Strap Buttons	standard