The Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazz Bass in Olympic White is a meticulous recreation of one of the most refined and influential bass designs in Fender history. Available at Sky Music Australia, this model captures the spirit of the original with period-correct construction, premium materials, and era-specific pickups that deliver the unmistakable tone and feel of a true mid-’60s Jazz Bass. From its sleek offset body to its vintage-inspired appointments, this instrument stands as a tribute to Fender’s golden era.

Originally developed as a more sophisticated and streamlined alternative, the Jazz Bass quickly became a favourite for its narrower nut width and fast, effortless playability. This 1966-spec version features a comfortable “U”-shaped maple neck, bound round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, and vintage tall frets, offering a smooth and responsive playing experience. The addition of white binding, pearloid dot inlays, and a matching painted headstock reflects the distinctive style upgrades introduced during this era.

Features

• Faithful recreation of the iconic 1966 Jazz Bass with period-correct design and tone
• Comfortable “U”-shaped maple neck for a substantial yet smooth playing feel
• Pure Vintage ’66 single-coil pickups deliver classic Jazz Bass punch, clarity, and warmth
• Bound round-lam rosewood fingerboard with pearloid dot inlays for authentic vintage styling
• Narrow nut width design ensures fast, effortless playability
• Matching painted headstock and 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard for classic mid-’60s aesthetics
• Vintage-style hardware including threaded saddle bridge and “lollipop” tuners
• Nitrocellulose lacquer finish enhances resonance and vintage character
• Includes chrome bridge cover and deluxe hardshell case

Specs

Series	American Vintage II
Model	1966 Jazz Bass
Orientation	Right-Handed
Color	Olympic White
Body Material	Alder
Body Finish	Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Shape	Jazz Bass
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Finish	Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Shape	1966 “U”
Neck Construction	4-Bolt
Fingerboard Material	Bound Round-Laminated Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	7.25" (184.1 mm)
Number of Frets	20
Fret Size	Vintage Tall
Position Inlays	White Pearloid Dot
Scale Length	34" (864 mm)
Nut Width	1.5" (38.1 mm)
Nut Material	Bone
Truss Rod	Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
Bridge	Pure Vintage 4-Saddle with Threaded Steel Saddles
Bridge Cover	Chrome (Included)
Tuning Machines	Pure Vintage “Lollipop”
Hardware Finish	Nickel/Chrome
Pickguard	4-Ply Tortoiseshell
Pickups	2 x Pure Vintage ’66 Single-Coil Jazz Bass
Pickup Configuration	SS
Controls	Volume (Neck), Volume (Bridge), Master Tone
Strings	Fender USA 7250M (.045–.105)
Case	Deluxe Hardshell Case Included