Fender American Standard Jazz Bass 1997 - Black - USA - Active Preamp

Here's a lovely 1997 Fender American Standard Jazz Bass in classic Black, made in the USA. These American Standards have earned a reputation for their excellent build quality, comfortable necks and unmistakable Jazz Bass character, and this particular example offers a little extra tonal flexibility thanks to an active electronics modification.

Manufactured in 1997, with serial number N7271462, this bass features an alder body, maple neck and maple fingerboard. The familiar Jazz Bass pickup configuration provides plenty of clarity, punch and definition, while the active preamp allows further adjustment of the bass and treble frequencies directly from the instrument.

Unlike the original passive configuration found on American Standard Jazz Basses of this period, this example has been modified with an active preamp and a four-control layout comprising two individual pickup volumes, bass and treble. The modification makes it particularly versatile, offering the familiar Jazz Bass sound with additional onboard tone shaping.

Specs

Brand: Fender

Model: American Standard Jazz Bass

Year: 1997

Serial Number: N7271462

Country of Manufacture: USA

Finish: Black

Body: Alder

Neck: Maple, bolt-on with graphite reinforcement

Fingerboard: Maple

Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"

Frets: 20

Scale Length: 34"

Bridge: Fender string-through-body bridge

Pickups: 2 x Jazz Bass single-coil pickups

Electronics: Modified active preamp

Controls: 2 x Volume, 1 x Bass, 1 x Treble

Condition

This bass is in very good condition for its age, with some light cosmetic wear consistent with normal use over the years. There are a few minor marks and signs of handling, but nothing particularly excessive for an instrument approaching 30 years old. Please refer to the photographs for a closer look at its cosmetic condition.

Most importantly, it's in excellent playing condition, with a comfortable feel and responsive, articulate sound. The active electronics provide a useful degree of additional tonal control, making this a particularly adaptable instrument for a wide variety of playing styles.

A great example of a USA-made American Standard Jazz Bass from 1997, with classic looks, excellent playability and the added versatility of an active preamp.

This item is also available to view and try out at our store in Stroud, Gloucestershire. Opening times, address and contact details can be found via our Reverb shop bio. If you have any questions regarding this item or would like more photos, please feel free to get in contact.