Fender Vintera III Early '70s Jazz Bass in Black

The Fender Vintera III Early 70s Jazz Bass in Black delivers the unmistakable look, feel and sound of a classic Seventies J Bass, with modern build consistency and reliability. With its bound maple neck, pearloid block inlays and punchy dual single coil pickups, it is built for players who want authentic vintage character with no-nonsense gig-ready performance.

Featuring an alder body, round-laminated rosewood fingerboard and a pair of vintage-style early 70s Jazz Bass pickups, this bass serves up all the growl, clarity and low-end authority that has defined countless records. From tight, articulate fingerstyle to bright, scooped slap tones, it is a versatile workhorse that feels instantly familiar in the hands.

The early 70s C-shaped neck profile, 7.25 inch radius and vintage-tall frets give you that classic Fender feel, encouraging a relaxed left-hand position and smooth movement up and down the neck. Vintage-style hardware, including the 4-saddle bridge and open-back tuners, complete the period-correct aesthetic while keeping your tuning and intonation solid.

If you are chasing that iconic Jazz Bass sound and vibe from the early Seventies, but want it fresh from the factory rather than from a vintage shop, the Vintera III Early 70s Jazz Bass is designed to put that tone and feel straight into your hands.

Authentic Early 70s Jazz Bass Vibe

The Vintera III Early 70s Jazz Bass recreates the look and feel of a classic Seventies instrument, from the bound neck and block inlays to the familiar offset body shape. This gives you the stage presence and playing experience of a sought-after vintage bass, without the uncertainty or wear that can come with an original.

Classic Alder and Rosewood Tone

An alder body paired with a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard delivers the balanced, punchy and articulate tone that Jazz Basses are known for. The alder keeps the sound focused and clear, while the rosewood board adds a touch of warmth and smoothness to your notes, making it equally at home in rock, funk, soul or pop settings.

Vintage-Style Early 70s Pickups

The pair of vintage-style early 70s single coil Jazz Bass pickups provide the bright attack, tight low end and midrange growl that sit perfectly in a mix. Independent volume controls for each pickup and a shared tone control let you blend everything from deep, rounded neck sounds to cutting bridge bite, or the classic scooped J Bass tone with both pickups on.

Comfortable Early 70s C Neck with Vintage Radius

The early 70s C-shaped maple neck, 7.25 inch fingerboard radius and vintage-tall frets combine for a comfortable, traditional Fender feel. The slightly slimmer nut width and rounded profile make it easy to move around the neck, while the vintage radius is ideal for expressive lines, fast runs and smooth chord work without feeling overly flat or modern.

• Alder Body - The alder body provides a balanced tonal foundation with clear mids, tight lows and a controlled top end, helping your lines cut through the mix without sounding harsh or boomy.
• Early 70s C-Shaped Neck with Blocks and Binding - The comfortable early 70s C neck profile, combined with vintage white pearloid block inlays and binding, delivers a smooth playing feel and a striking period-correct look that stands out on stage.
• Vintage-Style Early 70s Single Coil Pickups - A pair of vintage-voiced Jazz Bass single coils capture the punchy, articulate and woody character that made the original instruments studio and stage favourites, giving you classic tones straight out of the box.
• Vintage-Style Hardware - The 4-saddle vintage-style bridge with single-groove steel barrel saddles and open-back tuners offer stable tuning and intonation while preserving the authentic Seventies aesthetic and feel under the fingers.

General

• Series: Vintera III
• Orientation: Right-Hand
• Colour: Black
• Country of Origin: Mexico

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Shape: Jazz Bass
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Early 70s C
• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard
• Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Scale Length: 34 inch (864 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Round-Laminated Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25 inch (184.1 mm)
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Position Inlays: Vintage White Pearloid Blocks
• Side Dots: Black
• String Nut: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.5 inch (38.1 mm)
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Headstock: Jazz Bass

Hardware

• Bridge: 4-Saddle Vintage Style with Single-Groove Steel Barrel Saddles
• Bridge Mounting: 5-Screw Vintage-Style
• Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style Open-Back
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Black Plastic
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• String Trees: Vintage-Style Disc
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt with F Logo
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• Strings: Fender USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel (.045-.105 Gauges), PN 0737250406

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Early 70s Single-Coil Jazz Bass
• Middle Pickup: Vintage-Style Early 70s Single-Coil Jazz Bass
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Controls: Volume 1 (Middle Pickup), Volume 2 (Bridge Pickup), Tone
• Switching: None