Fender American Vintage Reissue (AVRI) 60th Anniversary Jazz Bass
The Fender 60th Anniversary American Vintage II Jazz Bass is a tribute to the iconic 1960s Jazz Bass, offering period-accurate specs with vintage-inspired craftsmanship. Released to celebrate 60 years of the Jazz Bass, this model delivers the legendary J-Bass tone, sleek playability, and classic aesthetics that have defined generations of bass players.
Key Features:
- Body: Alder (resonant and balanced tone)
- Neck: Maple with a 1962 "Slim C" profile (comfortable and fast-playing)
- Fingerboard: Rosewood with vintage clay dot inlays
- Scale Length: 34”
- Frets: 20 Vintage-Style Frets
- Nut Width: 1.5” (classic Jazz Bass feel)
- Pickups: Pure Vintage ‘62 Single-Coil Jazz Bass Pickups (punchy and articulate)
- Electronics: Stacked concentric volume/tone knobs (individual controls for each pickup)
- Bridge: 4-Saddle Vintage-Style Threaded Steel Bridge
- Tuners: Vintage-Style Reverse Open-Gear Tuners
- Finish Options: Available in classic 3-Color Sunburst, Olympic White, and other vintage-correct finishes
Sound and Playability:
The Pure Vintage '62 pickups deliver deep, rich lows, growling mids, and crisp highs, making it a perfect fit for funk, jazz, rock, and blues. The stacked volume/tone knobs allow for versatile tonal blending, giving players precise control over their sound. The slim C neck and narrow 1.5” nut width make it easy to navigate the fretboard with speed and accuracy.
Who It's For:
- Players who love the classic 1960s Jazz Bass tone and feel
- Bassists looking for an authentic vintage-style instrument with modern reliability
- Musicians who appreciate versatile, dynamic tones for various genres
