FENDER American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass RW Olympic White
4-string electric bass with nitrocellulose finish, Pure Vintage single coils and Pure Vintage hardware
Bass from the American Vintage II series, made in the USA
Authentic replica of a Jazz from 1966
White nitrocellulose finish with matching headstock and fretboard binding, four-ply tortoise pickguard
Alder body
Bolted maple neck
"Round Laminated" rosewood fingerboard with pearloid DotInlays
20 frets in "Vintage Tall" format
"1966 and neck profile with 38 mm nut width (1.5"), 7.25" fingerboard radius (184 mm)
One Fender Pure Vintage '66 Jazz Bass single coil in center position
One Fender Pure Vintage '66 Jazz Bass single coil in bridge position
Passive electrics with separate volume pots for each pickup and treble trim
Fender Pure Vintage 4-saddle Bass bridge with fluted steel tailpieces
Fender Pure Vintage "Lollipop" bass machine heads
Third strap button on the headstock ("Hootenanny Strap Button")
Finger rest at the underneath end of the fingerboard
Includes FenderVintage-StyleBlack Hardshell Case and cover for the bridge
Detailed replica of a Fender Jazz Bass from 1966
With the Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass RW Olympic White, Fender delivers an authentic replica of the iconic J-Bass from that era—widely regarded as the peak of Fender’s most successful bass model. Featuring historically accurate details like the matching headstock and bound rosewood fingerboard, the American Vintage II '66 Jazz Bass adheres to the original construction methods, including the offset arch body and slim maple neck with the narrow "1966 U" profile. Equipped with two Pure Vintage '66 single-coil pickups and traditional passive electronics, this bass promises a diverse range of vintage sounds that make it an all-around instrument suitable for nearly any musical style. The historically correct hardware, including a Pure Vintage 4-saddle bridge and Pure Vintage "Lollipop" tuners, completes this stunning replica.
The Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass RW Olympic White impresses with authentic Sixties specs and diverse vintage tones.
The ergonomic alder body and the narrow "1966 U" maple neck promise excellent handling.
Traditional in construction and design
In crafting the American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass, Fender stays true to the original vintage specifications with meticulous attention to detail. Beneath the thin nitrocellulose lacquer, the bass features an alder body with the ergonomic offset design, characterized by rounded edges and comfort contours that ensure easy handling both when worn on a strap and played resting on the thigh. The bolt-on maple neck features the authentic "1966 U" profile, offering superb playability for any technique, with a strong curve and narrow 38mm nutwidth. The rosewood fingerboard adorned with pearloid dot inlays and elegant binding is glued to the neck with the "Round Laminated" method and has a 7.25" radius (184mm), exactly as specified on the original instruments.
Two Pure Vintage '66 J-Bass single coils and traditional passive electrics deliver rich bass tones for just about any style of music.
Authentic vintage sounds for almost any genre
At the amplifier, the American Vintage II Jazz Bass proves to be an incredibly versatile instrument that excels not only in jazz but also delivers the perfect tones for a variety of genres including blues, rock, R&B, funk, and even metal. The bass features separate volume controls for each of the Fender Pure Vintage '66 J-Bass single coils in both the bridge and neck positions, providing a wide tonal range. From the bright, mid-range assertiveness of the bridge pickup to the deep yet transparent sound of the neck pickup, the bass delivers unmistakable vintage character. Additionally, the traditional passive treble cutoff allows further customization of your sound.
The headstock of the American Vintage II '66 Jazz Bass carries tuning stable Pure Vintage "Lollipop" tuners a third strap pin for classic bass strap attachment.
Historically accurate hardware equipment
Completing the American Vintage II Jazz Bass RW Olympic White, Fender uses historically accurate hardware to stay true to the original design. The traditional Pure Vintage 4-saddle bridge holds the factory-wound strings, with fluted steel tailpieces that ensure precise adjustment of both intonation and string action, as well as adjustable string spacing within certain limits. The Pure Vintage "Lollipop" tuners with distinctive oval wings keep the bass securely in tune, while the headstock carries a third strap button, just as on the original vintage models, allowing for the strap to be attached to the headstock in the classic manner. Finally, the historically correct bridge cover is included for optional installation, rounding out the bass’s vintage authenticity.
Manufacturer information
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) Cessna Circle 311 CA 92878 Corona USA contactemea@fender.com www.fender.com EU economic operator Fender (EDC) B.V. Transpolispark, Siriusdreef 17-27 2132 WT Hoofddorp Netherlands contactemea@fender.com www.fender.com
Features:
Manufacturer:
Fender
Series:
American Vintage II
Design:
Jazz Bass
Body:
Alder
Top:
No
Binding:
No
Neck:
Maple
Neck Profile:
1966 'U'
Neck Lacquer:
High-Gloss
Neck Construction:
Bolt-on
Fretboard:
Rosewood
Fretboard Radius in Inches:
7.25
Fretboard Type:
Fretted
Number of Frets:
20
Fret Format:
Vintage Tall
Inlays:
Dot
Nut type:
Bone
Nut width in mm:
38
Scale:
Longscale
Scale (inch):
34
Manufacturer pickups:
Fender
Pickup neck:
No
Pickup middle:
Pure Vintage '66 Single Coil
Pickup bridge:
Pure Vintage '66 Single Coil
Active pickups:
No
Piezo Pickup:
No
Electronic:
Passive
Switch:
No
Control:
2x Vol, Tone
Tuners:
Pure Vintage 'Lollipop'
Bridge:
Pure Vintage 4-Saddle Bridge
Tailpiece:
No
Number of Strings:
4
String spacing (mm):
19
Strap Button:
Standard
Hardware:
Nickel/Chrome
Colour:
Olympic White
Finish:
Nitrocellulose
Country of Origin:
USA
String Gauge:
.045 - .105
Factory Tuning:
Standard E
Case included:
Yes
Gigbag included:
No
Certificate:
No
Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass RW Olympic White