This is my first bass and I wanted a versatile instrument to track some bass for my songs. I was initially considering buying a J-Bass inspired model from another popular brand around the 500 euro mark, but when Fender announced the Jazz Bass Player Series II, I decided to go for it instead.
The combination of the black body and black pickguard with a maple fretboard reminded me of David Gilmour's Black Strat so I was immediately sold! Given my great experience with a Player Series Stratocaster, I chose the Jazz Bass even though it was nearly twice the price of the other bass I was considering.
I wanted to invest in an instrument that would not make me doubt my choice, and I'm glad I did. The bass arrived from Thomann in pristine condition and only required minimal setup, as it was pretty decent straight out of the factory.
Overall, I am very happy with the sound, feel and look of this instrument. The tone is rich and versatile, and the build quality is excellent. The rolled fretboard edges on are a nice feature as well.
If you're on the fence about investing in a Fender, I can confidently say this bass is worth it.
