Tonal differences between Fender Precision and Jazz basses?

[Sgtthump]

What are the general differences in tone between a Fender P and J bass? I know each model within each line sounds different and has different features, but I'm looking for general comparisons...

Care to explain?

Chris

 

[Chasarms]

A P bass has a tubbier, more rounded tone. Overall, the sound is a bigger and bassier, but at the expense of clarity.

A J bass is a little brighter with more midtone presence and offers more clarity and articulation.

 

[Sgtthump]

Check this out : http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=159173

And hear some clips of both here, keeping in mind the config on the P I used isn't typical - I've gone to some pains to make it sound so deep : http://www.talkbass.com/forum/showthread.php?t=167894

Crap! Sorry about that. I didn't realize this topic was already posted. I thought about using the search function, but I'm sure I would've got a million hits typing in "Jazz Bass" or "Precision Bass"... lol...

I'll read that other thread now and listen to your clip. Thanks!