Packed to the gills with our latest revolutionary innovations, the American Elite Jazz Bass is an active bass for the modern bassist who demands cutting-edge tone technology along with timeless style and fast, smooth playing feel. Its versatile sound easily matches any playing style—picked, plucked or slap-and-pop—while its standout looks remain authentically Fender, with a fresh twist.
Model Name: American Elite Jazz Bass® Ash, Maple Fingerboard, Natural
Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Neck Finish: Satin Urethane Finish on Back, Gloss Urethane Finish on Front
Neck Shape: Compound Back Shape, Modern "C" to "D"
Scale Length: 34" (86.36 cm)
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" to 14" Compound Radius (241 mm-355.6 mm)
Nut Width: 1.5" (38.1 mm)
Position Inlays: Black Pearloid Blocks
Bridge Pickup: 4th Generation Noiseless™
Middle Pickup: 4th Generation Noiseless™
Controls: Master Volume, Pan Pot (Pickup Selector), Treble Boost/Cut, Midrange Boost/Cut, Bass Boost/Cut, Passive Tone, Active/Passive Mini Toggle
Pickup Switching: 2-Way Mini Toggle Switch for Active/Passive Mode. In Passive Mode, Only The Volume, Pan and Passive Tone Controls Function. In Active Mode, All
Controls Function.
Pickup Configuration: SS
Bridge: 4-Saddle HiMass™ Vintage (String-Through-Body or Topload)
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Tuning Machines: Fender® "F" Light-Weight Vintage-Paddle Keys with Tapered Shafts
Pickguard: 3-Ply Black/White/Black
Control Knobs: Vintage Style Black Plastic Jazz Bass®
Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges)
Case/Gig Bag: Elite Molded Case