Fender Jazz - too many to choose from!

[JimHouchin]

Guys, I need a new 4 string jazz (need... RIGHT!) I want a used one that's MIA. I'm on the Original, Select and AVRI train, but I want to be lightweight. There's also the new lightweight ash on the horizon.

Fender 62 Reissue (AVRI) JAZZ BASS
Fender American Select Jazz Bass (2012)
Fender American Original 70s Jazz Bass
Fender USA Geddy Lee Signature Jazz Bass
Fender 1975 Reissue (AVRI) Jazz Bass
Fender Lightweight Ash American Professional Jazz Bass

I'm leaning towards one of the three 70's models listed, but those Selects from a few years back look amazing with their blocks!

Thanks in advance!

 

[BigAlBass69]

No contest 70s Original

 

[JimHouchin]

No contest 70s Original

I do hear people say the are the bomb. What makes this "your" choice from this group?

 

[BigAlBass69]

It just has the most original sound as I had the original but it wad stolen

 

[saabfender]

Sounds like you have a lot basses to play. Have fun.

 

[RyanOh]

My '74 AVRI is the lightest jazz I've ever had...to the point is was a neck diver. Hipshot Ultralites and a Kickass bridge solved that. It's about 8lbs. I voted for the '75 AVRI.

 

[A-Step-Towards]

I’d test A professional before buying , I’m not A fan of the necks at all and would seek A older American Standard personally. Out of that list I’d take the Usa Geddy

 

[jd56hawk]

Easy choice for me.

 

[Dr. Cheese]

If it is within your budget, get the American Original Seventies Jazz. They look mighty good from what I have seen.

 

[JimHouchin]

Easy choice for me.
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I keep seeing these and there are two at the local GC. I want to play and weigh them.

If it is within your budget, get the American Original Seventies Jazz. They look mighty good from what I have seen.

Yep the Original is at the top of the list! (Who needs a budget... I've got credit!

 

[PJ Muzikmansky]

Big 70's jazz bass fan here.

If I had the coin to drop on a new jazz, it'd be the Geddy Lee - no question.

Fancy tuxedo colour scheme {MOP scratch-plate instead of white} - bound maple board with MOP blocks - thicker neck profile than the MIM Geddy Lee - Reverse long shaft tuners - custom Geddy Lee pickups in the 70's position - four bolt neck.

THE jazz bass IMO

Whatever you decide to get...enjoy it in good health

 

[Mastermold]

Lots of good choices. I don't know--I like the '62 AVRI a lot.

 

[cnltb]

Guys, I need a new 4 string jazz (need... RIGHT!) I want a used one that's MIA. I'm on the Original, Select and AVRI train, but I want to be lightweight. There's also the new lightweight ash on the horizon.

Fender 62 Reissue (AVRI) JAZZ BASS
Fender American Select Jazz Bass (2012)
Fender American Original 70s Jazz Bass
Fender USA Geddy Lee Signature Jazz Bass
Fender 1975 Reissue (AVRI) Jazz Bass
Fender Lightweight Ash American Professional Jazz Bass

I'm leaning towards one of the three 70's models listed, but those Selects from a few years back look amazing with their blocks!

Thanks in advance!

It has to be Fender?

 

[HD007]

There is also an existing American Professional limited edition Jazz with a roasted ash body. I’ve seen one in real world and it was super light. Otherwise regular Am Pro jazz specs, and slightly less expensive than lightweight ash mentioned in your poll.

 

[Spidey2112]

Out of that list I’d take the Usa Geddy.

Yep.

 

[Wisebass]

Hi Jim

60s vs 70s vs modern = carrots!!!!!!

I'm leaning towards one of the three 70's models listed

So you like 70s pickup spacing and block inlays? In that case….

Fender USA Geddy Lee Signature Jazz Bass

This one!

may the bass be with you

Wise(b)ass

 

[superdick2112]

You're allowed to own more than one.
Those are all excellent choices, so pick your favorite & take comfort in knowing that you can always add another one (or two.. or three..) down the road.

BTW, a USA Geddy is next on my list. drool

 

[superdick2112]

It has to be Fender?

Of course it does!
Otherwise, its not a Jazz Bass.

 

[cnltb]

Of course it does!
Otherwise, its not a Jazz Bass.

Aahh...o....k...

 

[BigAlBass69]

Love the maple neck, black large block inlays...but the Adam Clayton is so sweet