WHY Fender??? WHY?

[TTA]

"We" need it because Matching headstock. It's the most requested feature on Fender instruments for years, and they save it for special runs like this so whenever it appears people go bananas. Cool colour too if you ask me. If I didn't already have my 2002 Burgundy Mist FSR Jazz with matching headstock I'd definitely be in the market for this. Stack knobs are cool too!

i dislike matching headstocks personally. they should be outlawed.

 

[humbuckaroo]

I have to point out the irony in how we just recently had a thread about why Fender Japan gets so many weird and interesting models and we don't. This thread is basically evidence of why they mostly stick to black, white and sunburst.

I don't like this color but a lot of young girls are going to see that and want to pick up a bass. To me, that's a win for the future of music.

 

[Dr McBalders]

This and a shell pink P bass would be right up my alley.
Something something left-handed. . .

 

[thump54]

Why do we need this?

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Lavender Haze

The Jazz Bass has always been Fender’s more refined low-end machine—sleeker lines, a narrower nut, and an unmistakable mid-century silhouette that feels as modern today as it did in 1960. In our CME Exclusive Lavender Haze finish, that sophistication gets a new sheen: a soft-smoldering amethyst...

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Dude - that bad boy is the shizzz!

 

[Marc DLarosa]

Not for me, but cool they put out a way different color.

Jump on it !!! It'll go great with your avatar...

 

[retslock]

Not an issue......next?

 

[ReidK]

At the risk of getting lynched, to me this isn't half as revolting as seafoam green.

 

[Slade N]

Looks like grape kool aid mixed with pepto bismol to me but if you like it, I support your choice

 

[EvilJ]

Lavender Haze..that was a good strain back in the day. Ooops, wrong forum...

 

[RicheyLather]

None as far as I can see.

I might put in an order. I'd want to change the pickguard though.

Mint!

 

[Fierzzaga]

Why do we need this?

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Lavender Haze

The Jazz Bass has always been Fender’s more refined low-end machine—sleeker lines, a narrower nut, and an unmistakable mid-century silhouette that feels as modern today as it did in 1960. In our CME Exclusive Lavender Haze finish, that sophistication gets a new sheen: a soft-smoldering amethyst...

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Why do we need this?

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Lavender Haze

The Jazz Bass has always been Fender’s more refined low-end machine—sleeker lines, a narrower nut, and an unmistakable mid-century silhouette that feels as modern today as it did in 1960. In our CME Exclusive Lavender Haze finish, that sophistication gets a new sheen: a soft-smoldering amethyst...

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Huh. You posted no context whatsoever on what you find objectionable with this bass. What about it seems unnecessary to you? Seriously, backing up what you find wrong about this with a few words to clarify your feelings would be helpful, don't ya think?

Let's see...stacked knobs? Matching headstock? Price? Wait a long-dang minute, IS IT THE COLOR? Oh nelly. This is another post from someone who would NEVER TOUCH a bass who's color wasn't 'manly' enough for them, ok I get it.

These posts pop up from time to time in response to pink, purple, lavender, sparkly, heart-shaped, kitten graphic, etc basses. I assume that's what this is all about, and it's just tired and weak. And comments that "a young lady somewhere may pick up bass because of this" are in the same weak-ass ballpark as the OP's post. It's a color, not an indicator of someone's masculinity, or perceived lack thereof.

Really, it's 2026, let's just end this already. If this is what you're posting about, next time just don't. Do better.

You did get 5+ pages of responses, though, so good on ya, bud.

 

[Fierzzaga]

They are running out of ideas.

How is a new colorway "running out of ideas"? Square this circle for me, please.

 

[Clark W]

Why do we need this?

Fender Player II Jazz Bass Lavender Haze

The Jazz Bass has always been Fender’s more refined low-end machine—sleeker lines, a narrower nut, and an unmistakable mid-century silhouette that feels as modern today as it did in 1960. In our CME Exclusive Lavender Haze finish, that sophistication gets a new sheen: a soft-smoldering amethyst...

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Why do any of us need more than a main bass & a backup?

Love the color, the matching headstock, and the stacked control knobs.

Will I buy it? Nope, last quarter of 2025 I bought an amp I didn't need, picked up a custom Ferner bass I didn't need, and finished up my pedalboard that I really don't need either. On top of all that I also sold 4 Fenders and still have 4 Fenders.

On the other hand they say variety is the spice of life

 

[Geogio]

Fender ain't even on my radar these days. The J is great, the P is still cool. I'm thinking a Schecter Corsair or an Omen.

 

[Barticus]

Young people prefer instruments in interesting and solid colors.

Er um… old people too

 

[Rolling Thunder]

I would go black pickguard myself. I like it. Lavender smells good. Prove me wrong.

 

[bassicmike]

There are only two things that bass is missing:

1) a white pearl pickguard

2) living in my music room

YES!!

 

[Rolling Thunder]

And it has Alnico II pickups...very nice.

 

[jonartimus]

Nut is a bit narrow for my taste

 

[bassist4dalord]

I like the color! Pretty neat feature set, if you ask me. Needs some lollipop tuners for sure. I’m not in the market for a bass, but I dig this.

Plus, I’m an unashamed Swifty and “Lavender Haze” is a great track of hers. I know there’s no association between this bass and Taylor, but that’s where my mind went when I heard the model name.