Fender
Our stock of used Fender basses is second to none, and every bass is checked to exacting standards. Musicians worldwide rely on Fender’s legacy for their sound, and the Precision and Jazz bass are the benchmark for tone, playability, and feel that others are measured against.
Fender is the biggest player in the bass world, and for good reason. They set the benchmark of what a quality bass guitar could and should be, and brands have been emulating their designs for decades. Vintage Fender basses take on a life of their own and are a jewel in any bassist’s collection, with models dating back to the 60s still around and rocking today.
Whether you’re looking for an american P bass, a vintage 70s Jazz bass, or something from the legendary Fender custom shop, you’ll find it here. We often get used Mustang basses and MIJ Jaguar basses in, along with used MIJ Fender basses that are highly sought after for their build quality and unique specifications. Our inventory is constantly updating, so be sure to check back in if your dream Fender bass isn’t here.
FAQs
Which Fender bass is the most popular?
Fender has crafted numerous different models over the years, but there are a select few that stand above others. The Precision and Jazz basses are by far the most popular and ubiquitous bass guitars across the world, and you’d have to flip a coin over which is the most popular.
Which Fender bass is the most versatile across genres?
It’s a tough call, but the Precision bass is well-known for being a single tool to fit any situation. The simple volume/tone control and single pickup makes for a highly consistent sound, one that has been consistently in the hands of key players.
The Jazz is arguably the most versatile offering in the Fender lineup, given the more complex pickup and control arrangement. It has a characteristic scooped sound, and can achieve a wider range of tones through clever use of the dual-volume and master tone controls.
What used Fender bass is right for me?
Each Fender has it’s own legacy and unique feel, and given the lengthy history of Fender there are endless variations within a specific model. If you know exactly what you value in a bass, it’s likely you’ll find a matching Fender if you hunt hard enough. The main basses are:
Precision Bass: A Precision bass is the definition of no frills workhorse. A standard used Precision bass will have a mid-focused tone, standard full-scale, typically with 21 frets, and a thicker neck profile. PJ (split coil neck and single coil bridge pickup) configurations are popular, as are active electronics in some specs.
Jazz Bass: The offset king with versatile tone-shaping for players that need to change their sound on demand. A used or vintage Jazz bass will be full-scale length, 21 frets, thin neck profile and nut width, and two single coil pickups. Pickup placement differs between Jazz basses, with the most popular being the 60s spacing (the original Jazz bass specification) and 70s spacing. A Jazz bass with 70s spacing places the bridge pickup closer to the bridge (between 5-10mm from the original 60s spec), which accentuates the scooped tone further.
Mustang Bass: Fender’s primary shortscale offering. The Mustang bass is essentially a mini Precision bass, with the same control layout and philosophy. Fundamental sound with fewer overtones compared to fullscale basses, and superb playability thanks to the shorter scale. Popular Mustang basses include the Squier Classic Vibes, any used MIJ Mustang bass, the Mexican Pawnshop Mustang bass, and our current favourite – a used JMJ Mustang bass.
Jaguar Bass: Jaguar basses are the most niche offering in the lineup, but are super interesting basses and well worth checking out. Specs vary wildly, however, and there’s nothing that makes a bass inherently a Jaguar bass outside the offset shape itself. Our top pick is a used MIJ Jaguar bass from the 2000s, which is the most intriguing spec-wise and stays closest to what most would consider a Jaguar bass to be.
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