Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass - Sea Foam Green with Hardshell Case

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Born in the era of sonic exploration and musical innovation, the Fender Jazz Bass quickly became the instrument of choice for bassists who demanded agility, versatility, and presence. Originally introduced in 1960 as a more refined counterpart to the Precision Bass, the Jazz Bass brought a new level of sophistication to the low end. Its slim neck and offset body shape made it more comfortable to play for long sessions, while its dual-pickup design opened up a world of tonal variety. By 1966, the model had evolved into something even more visually distinctive and musically expressive, with features like a bound rosewood fingerboard, pearloid inlays, and a matching headstock — all of which are faithfully recreated in this American Vintage II reissue.

This Sea Foam Green model is more than just a nod to Fender's past — it's a vivid expression of an era when style, sound, and substance were all equally essential. Built in the U.S. with period-correct construction and hardware, the American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass offers players a chance to experience the feel and tone of an original mid-'60s model without the vintage price tag or fragility. Its Pure Vintage '66 single-coil pickups are carefully voiced to recreate the warm, articulate growl that made this model a favorite in soul, funk, rock, and jazz. From the punchy bridge position to the smooth, full-bodied tone of the neck pickup — and the wide tonal sweep between — this bass is remarkably responsive to dynamics and playing style. Whether you're laying down deep grooves in a live band setting or recording precise, nuanced lines in the studio, the Jazz Bass remains a timeless and expressive tool.

What makes this particular iteration special is not just the faithful recreation of historical specs, but the care with which Fender has brought those details into the modern player's hands. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish allows the alder body to resonate naturally while aging beautifully over time. The bound round-lam rosewood fretboard with a comfortable "U" profile neck offers a playing feel that’s instantly familiar to vintage enthusiasts but still approachable for new players. The addition of the tortoiseshell pickguard, chrome bridge cover, and lollipop tuners completes the vintage aesthetic. For musicians who appreciate heritage, crave versatility, and want an instrument that looks as bold as it sounds, the American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass in Sea Foam Green is a stunning and inspiring choice. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this low-end tone machine comes complete with a vintage-style hardshell case for safekeeping on and off the road.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: American Vintage II
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Sea Foam Green

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body Shape: Jazz Bass
• Body Style: Solid Body

Neck

• Headstock Type: Jazz Bass – Matching Painted
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: 1966 "U"
• Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Depth: 0.792" at 1st Fret, 0.898" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
• Fingerboard Material: Bound Round-Laminated Rosewood
• Position Inlays: 7 mm White Pearloid Dots
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 20
• Truss Rod Style: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.5" (38.1 mm)
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)

Hardware

• Bridge: Pure Vintage 4-Saddle with Threaded Steel Saddles
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Chrome Bridge Cover (Included, Not Installed)
• Bridge Mounting: 5-Screw Vintage-Style
• Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Black Plastic
• Switch Tip: None
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Lollipop
• String Trees: Vintage-Style Disc
• Strings: Fender USA 7250M Nickel-Plated Steel (.045–.105)
• Tremolo Arm: None
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt with "F" Logo, Serialized
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• Output Jack: 1/4” Front Control-Panel Mount

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Bridge Pickup: Pure Vintage '66 Single-Coil Jazz Bass
• Middle Pickup: Pure Vintage '66 Single-Coil Jazz Bass
• Controls: Volume 1 (Middle Pickup), Volume 2 (Bridge Pickup), Master Tone
• Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Bridge Cover, Fender Ownership Guide
• Case/Gig Bag: Vintage-Style Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: V2554398
• Manufacture Date: 2025