The **** is Fender’s modern 5-string version of the classic Jazz Bass, built in Mexico and designed for players who want a contemporary, flexible, and “hi-fi” Fender tone with extra low-end range.

🎸 Key features

• 5-string setup (Low B string)
• Alder body + Maple neck (34" scale)
• Noiseless Player Plus Jazz pickups
• Active 3-band EQ (bass, mid, treble boost/cut)
• Active/Passive switch
• HiMass bridge for better sustain and stability
• Modern “C” neck with rolled edges (very smooth feel)

🔊 Sound & tone

This bass is built for versatility:

• In active mode, you get a clean, powerful, modern tone with strong EQ control (good for funk, pop, gospel, fusion).
• In passive mode, it behaves more like a traditional Jazz Bass, but still slightly more polished and less “raw growl” than vintage Fender basses.

Many players like it for its studio-ready clarity, but some bassists feel it can sound a bit too clean or sterile compared to older passive Jazz Basses.

🎯 Playability

• Very fast neck (rolled fretboard edges help a lot)
• Comfortable modern feel (not vintage chunky)
• 5th string is generally tight and usable (better than many mid-range 5-strings)
• Slight downside: it is on the heavy side (~4.8–5 kg)

💰 Price (typical range)

• Around $1,000–$1,200 USD internationally
• In India, it often lands significantly higher due to import taxes and dealer margins (commonly ₹90,000–₹1,30,000+ depending on stock)

👍 Who it’s best for

• Players needing a reliable 5-string Fender for gigs
• Funk, pop, worship, modern studio work
• Bassists who want active EQ flexibility + Fender feel

👎 Not ideal if you want

• Pure vintage Jazz Bass “growl”
• Fully passive traditional tone with no EQ coloration
• Lightweight instrument (it’s a bit heavy)

⚖️ Simple verdict

This is basically a modern, upgraded Jazz Bass V—more flexible and cleaner sounding than vintage Fenders, but less raw and organic than a classic passive Jazz Bass.