Which Jazz bass?

[lkngro]

After much debating, I've decided that I want a Jazz bass of sorts.

I thought I had my heart set on a Fender Deluxe Active Jazz bass, but after thinking about the Highway One model, I don't know what I should do.

Your opinions, please.

 

[Remsouille]

My opinion: stay away from the deluxe active.... I'm a jazz bass guy, and this is the worst jazz bass i've ever heard and played (and I played a couple of them).... As for the highway, I'm not a big fan of the satin finish.... A would say go for a MIM classic series, they're the best you can get for the money...

 

[trunkshope6]

i say the active deluxe gives u more bang for ur buck,that preamp while not the best is capable of achieving great varied tones,also the deluxe has better pickups than ur standard jazz

 

[lespaulfreak93]

Deluxe active would be my choice, I have one and it is fantastic, very versatile with overall great build quality, good stuff. If you need a bass for many styles, it's the one for you.

If you're more the "one bass one style" person or a traditional design fanatic, get the highway one.

 

[Catbuster]

Highway One.

 

[Remsouille]

i say the active deluxe gives u more bang for ur buck,that preamp while not the best is capable of achieving great varied tones,also the deluxe has better pickups than ur standard jazz

I guess it's a matter of personnal taste, and I'm not that much into active basses anyway, but 2 of my friends have the deluxe active, didn't like the sound, and when I changed their electronics for a regular passive J setup, they both felt like it was a real HUGE improvement.

 

[ShoeManiac]

Spend a little more and get a roadworn Jazz bass. I just got one and it's one of the best new Fender's I've played in some time.

I played a Deluxe Active Jazz bass recently. HUGE disappointment. The fret work was sloppy. The electronics were noisy. Not a fan.

 

[cycler]

I use an '04 Active JAzz Deluxe and it works and sounds fine for my needs. Yes . I have heard that swapping out the EQ can make it better. My audience wont notice the difference so why bother ?

 

[Fender4Me]

I've had a highway One J and an active American J and my American Standard Passive J blows them away. Get a 2008 or new Standard jazz and dont look back!

 

[Rockmusician]

My opinion: stay away from the deluxe active.... I'm a jazz bass guy, and this is the worst jazz bass i've ever heard and played (and I played a couple of them).... As for the highway, I'm not a big fan of the satin finish.... A would say go for a MIM classic series, they're the best you can get for the money...

I couldn't disagree more. I would stay away from anything made in Mexico. They are all junk. If you can't afford an American Jazz, go for a Japanese.

 

[solarplexus]

+1 for the MIJ. I paid mine 600$, in MINT condition (looked new) and as far as quality, although it needed a setup, I would compare it to any MIA anytime. I also had a MIM and it is not worth it, IF and only IF you compare it to a MIJ.

 

[Jeff Scott]

USA G&L JB or JB-2, best Jazz Basses currently made from an original CLF company.

 

[Orpheus55]

70s Classic Jazz.

 

[tkcthulu]

American Standard, preferably past '08

 

[billiam5billion]

I couldn't disagree more. I would stay away from anything made in Mexico. They are all junk. If you can't afford an American Jazz, go for a Japanese.

Well, you're certainly entitled to your opinion, but to say ALL Mexican Fenders are junk is a pretty bold statement. I love my MIM standard Jazz.

 

[Soundchaser11460]

I've had a highway One J and an active American J and my American Standard Passive J blows them away. Get a 2008 or new Standard jazz and dont look back!

Like the man says. Fender without a question did the 2008's right.They are great basses.

 

[esa372]

I'd recommend the Invalid Link Removed; an outstanding bass.

 

[tkcthulu]

What's OP's price range?

 

[mmbongo]

USA G&L JB or JB-2, best Jazz Basses currently made from an original CLF company.

I'd go with a G&L also.

 

[DTF]

id say mim 70's classic