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It seems like there is quite after quote on the Fender precision, are there any great quotes about the Jazz?
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Notable quotes about the Fender Jazz bass
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Foghorn Leghorn remarked, 'Boy, ah said Boy, that's one mighty skinny neck', right before picking it up by said neck and knocking that dog into next week.
' . . . wait a minute, where's that Jazz Bass?'
One of those urban myths was that he and Mr. Fender used to play poker.
' . . . wait a minute, where's that Jazz Bass?'
One of those urban myths was that he and Mr. Fender used to play poker.
"The character of a great Jazz Bass, especially one of this vintage (referring to her early 1960s Jazzes), to me represents the very essence of the electric bass guitar more than any other."
- Gail Ann Dorsey
(quotation taken from Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass)
- Gail Ann Dorsey
(quotation taken from Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass)
"My Jazz base…I like it muchly gooder than them other bases."
-Otie Calognie-
-Otie Calognie-
The Jazz Bass ..... you can't lean it against the wall.
- Relsom
- Relsom
Quote: "I fn love my Fender Jazz". -A Jazz owning geezer that was once my butler.
Yeah I KNOW what you're going to say. Skip it.
Yeah I KNOW what you're going to say. Skip it.
I couldn't think of any so I asked ChatGPT.
The Fender Jazz Bass has earned a special place in music history, and while there may not be as many "famous" quotes about it as, say, the Fender Stratocaster, there are certainly many musicians who have praised its unique sound and versatility. Here are a few notable quotes and sentiments from well-known bassists and musicians who have talked about the Fender Jazz Bass:
These quotes reflect the wide admiration for the Fender Jazz Bass and its lasting impact on musicians across various genres. It's celebrated not just for its sleek design, but for its distinctive sound and playability, which has made it a favorite among some of the most influential bassists in music history.
You're welcome.
The Fender Jazz Bass has earned a special place in music history, and while there may not be as many "famous" quotes about it as, say, the Fender Stratocaster, there are certainly many musicians who have praised its unique sound and versatility. Here are a few notable quotes and sentiments from well-known bassists and musicians who have talked about the Fender Jazz Bass:
- Jaco Pastorius (often associated with the Fender Jazz Bass):
- "I play the bass like a lead instrument."
This quote captures Jaco's revolutionary approach to the bass guitar, often using his Fender Jazz Bass as a solo instrument, rather than just as part of the rhythm section.
- "I play the bass like a lead instrument."
- Flea (of Red Hot Chili Peppers):
- "The Fender Jazz Bass is the best bass in the world. It's just got the perfect balance of tone, sound, and feel. It's always been my go-to bass."Flea has been an iconic user of the Jazz Bass throughout his career, noting its versatility across genres and its punchy, clear tone.
- Geddy Lee (of Rush):
- "The Jazz Bass is a great instrument. It's got a sound that cuts through the mix, and that's always been really important to me. It has a distinct, punchy character."
Geddy Lee has often used a Fender Jazz Bass, especially in his earlier years, for its clear and cutting tone.
- "The Jazz Bass is a great instrument. It's got a sound that cuts through the mix, and that's always been really important to me. It has a distinct, punchy character."
- Marcus Miller (famous Jazz Bass player):
- "The Fender Jazz Bass is the closest thing to an electric bass guitar that has a personality of its own."
Marcus Miller is known for his virtuosic playing on the Fender Jazz Bass, often using it for both smooth, jazz fusion lines and funk grooves. His love for the instrument is evident in his praise of its unique character.
- "The Fender Jazz Bass is the closest thing to an electric bass guitar that has a personality of its own."
- John Paul Jones (of Led Zeppelin):
- "The Fender Jazz Bass gave me everything I needed in terms of sound and feel. It was a real breakthrough for me. It's a bass that lets you do anything."
John Paul Jones, who is widely regarded for his innovative bass playing, has long been associated with the Fender Jazz Bass, and he's often praised its versatility for everything from rock to more intricate, melodic lines.
- "The Fender Jazz Bass gave me everything I needed in terms of sound and feel. It was a real breakthrough for me. It's a bass that lets you do anything."
These quotes reflect the wide admiration for the Fender Jazz Bass and its lasting impact on musicians across various genres. It's celebrated not just for its sleek design, but for its distinctive sound and playability, which has made it a favorite among some of the most influential bassists in music history.
You're welcome.
What are these precision bass quotes you speak of? Personally, I have heard of no such quotes regarding any electric basses. Precision, jazz or otherwise.
Yeah, and I hear lots of complaints about 7ender quality, so I'm skeptical of claims about their "precision."
Harrumph.
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You gotta fact check AI. They'll manufacture quotes. Designers call them hallucinations. I've spent a little time training them. They'll def make things up.
Yeah, and they prolly use autotune to correct their pitchy fretless playing.
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