Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK
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Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK
Product Info
Article Number:
609193
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,272.70
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Player II J Bass V is a fantastic upgrade for players seeking a modern feel and versatile tones. The active/passive switching and EQ controls offer a surprising amount of tonal shaping, and the Noiseless pickups are a real boon for recording. It's a great choice for gigging musicians and anyone wanting a reliable, well-built 5-string without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Fender Player II Mod J Bass V MN DSK
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Black dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Modern "C"
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Ntu width: 47.6 mm (1.875")
- Nut: TUSQ
- 20 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickup: 2 Player II Noiseless Jazz Bass V Single Coils
- Controls: Master Volume
- Pan Pot (Pickup Selector)
- Treble Boost/Cut
- Mid Boost/Cut
- Bass Boost/Cut
- Active/Passive Tone
- Active/Passive toggle switch
- 4-Ply White Pearloid pickguard
- Fender HiMass bridge with chrome-plated zinc saddles
- Open tapered-shaft machine heads
- Nickel/Chrome hardware
- Colour: Dusk
- Strings: Fender USA 7250-5M Nickel Plated Steel (.045 - .125)
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Player II Noiseless Jazz Bass V pickups offer clean, articulate sound with minimal hum.
- • Modern 'inCin' neck profile provides comfortable playability for fast passages.
- • HiMass bridge improves sustain and reduces unwanted body resonance, enhancing clarity.
CONS
- • Maple fretboard can feel a little slick for some players; consider a rayon treatment.
- • While versatile, the tonal palette leans towards classic J Bass sounds, limiting extreme genres.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the complexity of a set-neck design.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with Black Dot Inlays
Pickups
Player II Noiseless Jazz Bass V Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
20 Medium Jumbo
Strings
Fender USA 7250-5M Nickel Plated Steel (.045 - .125)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - based on typical 5-string J Bass construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's more comprehensive than the older active systems, offering individual band controls instead of just a global boost. The passive mode still retains the classic J Bass tone, just without the EQ shaping.
They significantly reduce hum, especially in high-gain situations, but they’re not completely silent. You'll notice a dramatic improvement over traditional Jazz Bass pickups, though.
It adds more sustain and clarity, tightening up the low end and reducing muddiness. The increased mass also contributes to a more solid and planted feel when playing.
