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Best Fender 5-String J-Basses 2025

Premium Fender 5-string j-basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Modern Rock For Metal For Progressive For Fusion For Contemporary Jazz For Session Work
BRANDS: Marcus Miller Sadowsky Sandberg Harley Benton Fender Squier
Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL

by Fender
Progressive Fusion Session Work
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup combinations
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range
  • • Versatile pickup combinations
✗ CONS
  • • More complex fingering patterns
  • • String spacing differences

Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN AVL5-String Electric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 596129
$2,914
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender MonoNeon Jazz Bass V NY - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Fender MonoNeon Jazz Bass V NY

by Fender
Session Work Fusion Contemporary Jazz
Key Feature:
• Great for modern playing styles
✓ PROS
  • • Great for modern playing styles
  • • Professional studio sound
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • More expensive than 4-string

Fender MonoNeon Jazz Bass V NY5-String Electric BassMonoNeon Signature ModelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: Roasted...

⭐ 4.9/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 554577
$1,726
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V MYST SFG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V MYST SFG

by Fender
Modern Rock Fusion Session Work
Key Feature:
• Great for modern playing styles
✓ PROS
  • • Bright Jazz Bass character
  • • Extended low-end range
✗ CONS
  • • More expensive than 4-string
  • • String spacing differences

Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V MYST SFG5-String Electric BassBody: AlderNeck: MapleFretboard: MapleNeck profile: Slim...

⭐ 4.8/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 501244
$2,386
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN OLP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN OLP

by Fender
Contemporary Jazz Fusion Progressive
Key Feature:
• Extended low-end range
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup combinations
  • • Extended low-end range
✗ CONS
  • • Higher string tension
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN OLP5-String Electric bassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlakc dot...

⭐ 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 609195
$1,273
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Mod J Bass V RW ELB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V RW ELB

by Fender
Fusion Session Work Metal
Key Feature:
• Great for modern playing styles
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup combinations
  • • Extended low-end range
✗ CONS
  • • More complex fingering patterns
  • • More expensive than 4-string

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V RW ELB5-String Electric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 609189
$1,269
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V RW 3TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V RW 3TSB

by Fender
Fusion Progressive Contemporary Jazz
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup combinations
✓ PROS
  • • Professional studio sound
  • • Bright Jazz Bass character
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • String spacing differences

Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V RW 3TSB5-String Electric BassBody: AlderNeck: MapleFretboard: RosewoodNeck profile: Slim...

⭐ 4.4/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 501241
$2,452
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK

by Fender
Progressive Session Work Modern Rock
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup combinations
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range
  • • Great for modern playing styles
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing differences
  • • More expensive than 4-string

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK5-String Electric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlack dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 609193
$1,273
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Player II Mod J Bass V RW 3TS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V RW 3TS

by Fender
Modern Rock Session Work Progressive
Key Feature:
• Bright Jazz Bass character
✓ PROS
  • • Great for modern playing styles
  • • Extended low-end range
✗ CONS
  • • Higher string tension
  • • String spacing differences

Fender Player II Mod J Bass V RW 3TS5-String Electric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodWhite dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 609188
$1,273
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V EB UBST - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V EB UBST

by Fender
Metal Contemporary Jazz Fusion
Key Feature:
• Bright Jazz Bass character
✓ PROS
  • • Professional studio sound
  • • Bright Jazz Bass character
✗ CONS
  • • More complex fingering patterns
  • • String spacing differences

Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V EB UBST5-String Electric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonyWhite Pearloid...

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 596128
$2,914
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN SRD - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN SRD

by Fender
Session Work Contemporary Jazz Metal
Key Feature:
• Great for modern playing styles
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range
  • • Great for modern playing styles
✗ CONS
  • • More complex fingering patterns
  • • More expensive than 4-string

Fender Am Ultra II J Bass V MN SRD5-String Electric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard...

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 596131
$2,823
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V RST PINE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V RST PINE

by Fender
Contemporary Jazz Modern Rock Fusion
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup combinations
✓ PROS
  • • Professional studio sound
  • • Extended low-end range
✗ CONS
  • • Higher string tension
  • • More expensive than 4-string

Fender AM Pro II Jazz Bass V RST PINE5-String Electric BassBody: Roasted pineNeck: MapleFretboard: MapleNeck profile:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 501246
$2,485
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 5-String J-Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 5-string j-basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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