Product Detail
This genuine Fender Jazz Bass® guitar maple neck offers a comfortable 'modern C' profile. It comes with a 9.5”-radius rosewood or maple fingerboard featuring 20 medium jumbo frets. The neck includes a standard truss rod and a pre - slotted synthetic bone nut. The back has a tinted satin urethane finish for a smooth touch, while the maple fingerboard and headstock face have a gloss finish. Made at Fender’s Ensenada, Mexico, facility, this replacement neck fits Fender or Squier® by Fender basses. Key features include a maple fingerboard, 20 frets of medium jumbo size, a modern 'C' neck shape, and a 9.5' (241 mm) fingerboard radius. It has a 34' (864 mm) scale length, a 1.50' (38.1 mm) nut width with black dot position inlays. The 3/16' truss rod adjustment nut is at the headstock, and there are 4 pre - drilled tuning machine holes for a vintage - style mount. Each neck is serialized, has a Fender® logo decal, and the nut has pre - slotted 'pilot' string location grooves. Note that final string slot filing and nut shaping modification are needed for proper fit and performance. PLU: 0996202921
Using your Fender Jazz Bass maple neck is straightforward. First, if you're installing it on your bass, make sure to do the final string slot filing and nut shaping modification to get the best performance. When you play, the comfortable 'modern C' profile of the neck will make it easy to hold and move your fingers. For maintenance, keep the neck clean. You can use a soft cloth to wipe it down after each use to remove sweat and dirt. The satin urethane finish on the back of the neck is quite durable, but avoid using harsh chemicals on it. If you need to adjust the truss rod, use the 3/16' adjustment nut at the headstock, but do it carefully as over - adjustment can damage the neck. Also, check the tuning machine holes regularly to ensure the tuning machines are securely mounted. With proper use and care, your Fender Jazz Bass maple neck will serve you well for a long time.
