Fender American Ultra Jazz Bass

Picture this: you're trying to make the bass sing like a saxophone while still holding down the bottom end. Jaco Pastorius figured out that a fretless Jazz Bass could deliver both the melodic fluidity he needed and the punchy fundamentals that made him indispensable to everyone from Weather Report to Joni Mitchell. That combination of mahogany warmth and maple brightness, without frets to limit his expression - it was the perfect tool for a player who refused to accept the bass as just a background instrument.

You think "advanced" is just marketing speak? Fender's American Ultra Jazz Bass proves that when a company gets serious about building instruments for serious players, every detail serves a purpose.
Here's what separates this bass from the pack: that "Modern D" neck profile isn't just comfortable - it's designed for bassists who play for hours, not just bedroom jams. The tapered neck heel gives you effortless access to the highest register, because when you're laying down both groove and melody, you can't afford to be fighting your instrument. That 10"-14" compound radius fingerboard with 21 medium-jumbo frets means your technique isn't limited by your gear.

But the real genius is in what you don't hear. Those Ultra Noiseless Vintage pickups deliver classic Jazz Bass tone without the hum that kills studio sessions and live performances. The redesigned preamp gives you endless tonal possibilities right at your fingertips. While other players are dealing with noise gates and hum eliminators, you're focused on making music.

The sculpted rear body contours aren't just eye candy - they're functional design that keeps you comfortable during those marathon sessions. Lightweight vintage-paddle tuning machines with tapered shafts maintain tuning stability without unnecessary weight. Even that premium molded case tells you Fender expects this instrument to travel and work for a living.

The question is: are you ready to stop making excuses about why your current gear limits your playing, or do you want an instrument that actually supports your ambitions?

Model: American Ultra Jazz Bass with Rosewood Fretboard
Finish: Ultraburst
Categories: 4-String
Made In: United States
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Color Family: Brown
Model Family: Fender Jazz Bass
Fretboard Radius: 10", 14"
Series: Fender American Ultra
Right / Left Handed: Right Handed
Nut Width: 1.5"
Active / Passive Pickups: Passive Pickups
Neck Material: Maple
Wood Top Style: Plain
Finish Pattern: Sunburst
Active Preamp: Active Preamp
Body Shape: J-Style
Finish Style: Gloss
Body Material: Alder
Number of Strings: 4-String
Offset Body: Offset Body
Pickup Configuration: SS
Scale Length: 34"
Number of Frets: 20