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Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass

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$1,000.00 Price Tier: Standard

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Page last updated Jul 07, 2026

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$1,000.00 8 available Used

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Elevate your bass playing with the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass, a perfect blend of tradition and innovation that caters to the discerning musician. This instrument embodies the classic Jazz Bass feel but with a modern twist, offering Fender's patented Noiseless pickups that ensure pristine sound clarity without the hum. Whether you're grooving in the studio or laying it down live, the switchable passive/active electronics provide you with a versatile tonal palette, from warm, vintage tones to more aggressive, contemporary sounds.

Crafted with precision, the body is sleek and comfortable, allowing for smooth playability across the fretboard. The addition of a string retainer ensures consistent tension and tuning stability, while the 3-band EQ enables you to shape your sound with precision. The American Deluxe Jazz Bass not only sounds incredible but looks stunning, designed to impress both on stage and in your personal collection.

Key Features:

Fender Noiseless pickups for hum-free clarity
Switchable passive/active electronics for versatile sound
3-band EQ for precise tonal adjustments
Sleek body design for comfortable playability
String retainer for enhanced tuning stability

Product specs

Brand	Fender
Model	American Deluxe Jazz Bass, American Deluxe Jazz Bass with Maple Fretboard, American Deluxe Jazz Bass with Rosewood Fretboard
Finish	3-Color Sunburst, Black, Olympic White, Sunburst, White Blonde, Wine Transparent
Year	2000 - 2016
Made In	United States
Categories	4-String Basses, Active Bass Guitars
Active / Passive Pickups	Passive Pickups
Active Preamp	Active Preamp
Body Material	Alder, Ash
Body Shape	J-Style
Color Family	Black, Brown, Red, White
Finish Pattern	Sunburst
Finish Style	Gloss
Fretboard Material	Maple, Rosewood
Model Family	Fender Jazz Bass
Neck Material	Maple
Number of Frets	20
Number of Strings	4-String
Offset Body	Offset Body
Pickup Configuration	SS
Right / Left Handed	Right Handed
Series	Fender American Deluxe

FAQs

What is the neck profile of the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass?: The Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass features a modern "C" shape neck, providing a comfortable grip for players, making it suitable for various playing styles.
What type of pickups does the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass have?: This bass is equipped with N3 Noiseless pickups, which deliver a clear and powerful sound while reducing unwanted noise, ideal for studio and live performance settings.
Is the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass suitable for advanced players?: Yes, the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass is designed with high-quality components and versatile sound options, making it a great choice for advanced players seeking professional-level performance.
Can the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass be used in both active and passive modes?: Yes, this bass has an active/passive mini toggle switch, allowing players to switch between active and passive modes for greater tonal flexibility.
What materials are used for the body and fretboard of the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass?: The body is made from alder or ash, offering a balanced tone, while the fretboard options include maple or rosewood, providing different tonal characteristics and playability.

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Reviews

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PROS

Superb craftsmanship and playability with a comfortable, fast-playing neck
High-quality construction with solid, easy-to-adjust bridge for low action
Noiseless pickups with active/passive switch for versatile sound options
Predictable tone with an easy-to-use blend knob
Slightly smaller and lighter body than standard Jazz basses
Tuners are accurate and maintain tuning well
Beautiful design and finish, described as "gorgeous" and "fantastic"
Excellent value for money, particularly for its tone quality
Versatile for various music styles and settings

CONS

Slightly higher price point may be a consideration for some buyers

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass.

Build quality

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The American Deluxe Jazz Bass is noted for its considerable weight, which can be a strain during long performances.
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Value and pricing

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$1300 for a used model is deemed reasonable if it includes the original case, as replacement cases can cost a few hundred dollars.
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User experience

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Owners from the 90s still appreciate the bass's quality, although aging backs find it heavy for extended use.
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Owners report no significant difference in volume between passive and active modes during practice sessions.
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Features and functionality

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The American Deluxe Jazz Bass offers an 18v active system, providing more headroom for tone shaping compared to older 9v models.
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Some models include a passive/active toggle switch, offering versatility for different playing styles.
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Setup and maintenance

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Users recommend unplugging when not in use to prevent battery drain, a common issue with active basses.
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The neck on some American Deluxe Jazz Basses is noted to be slightly longer than typical Jazz basses, affecting playability.
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The Sadowsky MetroExpress J5 is considered cheaper than American Deluxe Jazz Basses, costing around $1000 USD, offering an alternative for those seeking economical 5-string options.
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Owners suggest brands like Sire and Ibanez as cost-effective alternatives, noting Sire's $400 Jazz bass matching the Fender Player series in quality.
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It's noted that Ibanez BTB models, available for $600 used, offer features like stainless steel frets, a zero fret, and graphite reinforcement rods, contrasting with Fender's offerings.
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The Ibanez BTB's ability to achieve low string heights is highlighted, appealing to players focusing on playability and precise action setup.
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Based on 7 Reviews and 29 Ratings

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abel_martinez

almost 11 years ago

I've had mine for 15 years and it's as solid as a rock

Bought mine new at a Houston area Guitar Center. Mine is in Crimson Red Transparent with noiseless pickups and a three band active preamp. It is smaller than the standard size Jazz bass body which makes it more sleek in my opinion. The bass is very responsive to the touch, has a great feel, and many tones can be dialed in via the pre amp.

leonardo_ramirez

378

about 8 years ago

just incredible

this jazz bass guitar, has THE TONE, THE SOUND, thanks to the noiseless pickups, and the passive-active selection, this bass has many type of unique sounds, making it so versatile, playing this bass guitar make you feel like if you could fly.

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Electronic Rock Blues

pitchy

387

over 12 years ago

Versatile bass with classic and modern sound options

Great bass for all sorts of gigs and sessions. Features an active/passive switch which is great for getting the classic jazz bass sounds or adding a modern touch to the sound! I use this for literally everything these days

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Music Producer

Genres:

Rock Pop Blues

dustx85

514

over 9 years ago

it was a good firend

I sold it because of some problems on my back. Now I'm very repent about that.

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Pop Blues

miguel_correia

over 9 years ago

One of the best

This bass is amazing, magic tone and versatill!!! Just love it!

vali_dragnea

over 10 years ago

Best sound ever....

One of my favourite bassguitar. I play another five basses included Fender, Warwick and other....

Roles:

Bassist

Genres:

Metal

rymort

over 11 years ago

The best bass I will ever own.

The Fender American Deluxe Jazz bass is one of the most versatile basses there is.

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Ricky Trech (Ricardo Treviño)

Singer, Bassist

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Ricky Trech used a Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass, customized with a silver "X," during the "Sangre Fría" era, as seen in his Instagram post.

Jason Boland

Bassist

Kodaline

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Jason Boland is seen playing the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass in Natural and is featured on Fender's website. As noted in that Fender feature, Jason has this guitar in both the Natural and 3-color Sunburst colors.

Juan Calleros

Bassist

Maná

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"Other gear in the band’s rig includes bass player Juan Calleros’ all new arsenal of five-string American Deluxe and American Standard Precision Bass® guitars" - Fender.

Nicolás Rodríguez del Pozo

Bassist

Bandalos Chinos

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He plays a nice Jazz Bass.

Gary Sinise

Bassist

Lt. Dan Band

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Sinise can be seen playing a Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass in this photo.

Ney Conceição

Bassist

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Played by Ney on the video

Jannick Top

Bassist, Composer

Eurythmics

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According to Bassiste Magazine n°29 (2010), Jannick Top plays a Fender Jazz Bass Deluxe tuned in C G D A.

Tracy Wormworth

Bassist

The B-52's

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Item can be seen at 26'06''.

Garron DuPree

Bassist

Say Anything

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On the right, there is an American Deluxe Jazz bass with two of the potentiometers removed.

Lige Curry

Singer, Bassist

The Naked Funk

Verified via Bartolini Pickups & Electronics

According to his artist page on the official Bartolini website, bassist Lige Curry uses the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass.

Mikel Lopez Rubio

Bassist

Berri Txarrak

Verified via YouTube

Mikel Lopez Rubio is confirmed to have used a Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass during his time with Berri Txarrak. This is evident from a performance of "Hil nintzen eguna" where the bass, identifiable by its distinctive design from models released in the 1990s and early 2000s, is prominently featured. The performance can be seen in the video by Euskal Karaokeak on YouTube.