Fender Hybrid II RAW ASH J Bass 3TS
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Hybrid II RAW ASH J Bass 3TS
Product Info
Article Number:
620117
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Hybrid II RAW ASH J Bass 3TS
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,758.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Hybrid II RAW ASH J Bass is a real winner. The ash body gives it a fantastic, woody tone, and the classic Jazz Bass pickups are just begging to be played. It's a great choice for players seeking a vintage-inspired sound and feel without the vintage price tag – perfect for funk, rock, and blues.
Product Description
- Fender Hybrid II RAW ASH J Bass 3TS
- Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Modern "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 38.1 mm (1.5")
- Bone nut
- 21 medium jumbo frets
- Pickup: 2 Fender USA Vintage Jazz Bass Single Coils
- 2 volume and 1 master tone controls
- 4-ply tortoise shell pickguard
- 4-Saddle vintage-style bridge
- Vintage-style locking machine heads
- Nickel/chrome hardware
- Colour: 3-Tone Sunburst
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a resonant, articulate, and surprisingly warm tone.
- • Modern 'C' neck profile offers comfortable playability for various hand sizes.
- • Vintage Jazz Bass pickups provide classic punch and clarity – versatile across genres.
- • Bolt-on construction contributes to a lively, responsive feel and easier adjustability.
CONS
- • Ash body can be somewhat prone to finish checking with heavy use.
- • Rosewood fretboard might feel a bit dry to some, requiring occasional conditioning.
- • The 34” scale length may feel slightly longer for players accustomed to shorter scales.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
2 Fender USA Vintage Jazz Bass Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Medium Jumbo
Strings
Nickel-Plated Steel (likely .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ash generally provides a more resonant, warmer tone with more pronounced mid-range frequencies than maple, offering a more 'woody' character.
Bolt-on necks are known for their bright, snappy tone and are easier to adjust, which many players prefer for a lively feel, though set-necks often offer perceived sustain advantages.
These are modern reproductions aiming to capture the vintage vibe, offering similar output and tonal character, but with potentially improved consistency and reliability.
