Fender Hybrid II Jazz Bass PJ MN MDR
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Hybrid II Jazz Bass PJ MN MDR
Product Info
Article Number:
598062
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Hybrid II Jazz Bass PJ MN MDR
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Hybrid II PJ is a seriously versatile bass, built well in Japan. The pickup combination gives you a huge range of tones, from bright and articulate to thick and warm, making it ideal for players covering funk, rock, and even some blues. It’s a premium-priced instrument offering a lot of bang for your buck.
Product Description
- Fender Hybrid II Jazz Bass PJ MN MDR
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Black dot fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 38.1 mm (1.5")
- Bone nut
- Neck profile: Modern C
- 21 Narrow tall frets
- Pickup: 1 Hybrid II Custom Voiced Jazz Bass Single Coil (bridge) und 1 Hybrid II Custom Voiced P Bass Split Coil (middle)
- 2 Volume and 1 Master tone controls
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Eggshell
- 4-Saddle vintage-style bridge
- Vintage-style machine heads
- Nickel/Chrome hardware
- Strings: Nickel Plated Steel .045 - .105
- Colour: Modena Red
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Maple neck and fingerboard offer snappy response and clarity.
- • Hybrid II pickups deliver a versatile blend of Jazz Bass chime and P-Bass growl.
- • Modern C neck profile is comfortable for a wide range of playing styles.
CONS
- • Modena Red finish might not appeal to players seeking a more traditional aesthetic.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, doesn't offer the same sustain as a neck-through design.
- • Weight can be a factor for players who prefer a lighter instrument.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups
Hybrid II Custom Voiced Jazz Bass Single Coil (bridge) & P Bass Split Coil (middle)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Narrow Tall
Strings
Nickel Plated Steel .045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a best-of-both-worlds scenario; the single-coil provides clarity and articulation while the split coil adds warmth and low-end punch, expanding tonal options.
Maple fingerboards are more prone to finish wear than rosewood, especially with heavy use, but the finish is quite durable and can be maintained with proper care.
While the bolt-on design is incredibly solid, it generally won't offer quite the same level of sustained resonance as a neck-through construction, but the alder body compensates well.
