AnthonyS Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I've always wanted a Fender and, returning to the bass after a 40 year gap (I had an SG copy I played when I was at school), I've narrowed my choice (for a new rather than 2nd hand) down to an Aerodyne Jazz or a American Professional Jazz. I've tried both, in two shops, but - might be something to do with my hearing and my declining years - I am finding it hard to figure which will be best for me. I'll be playing mainly at home for my own pleasure, although I get together a couple of times a month with some friends and jam. I bring along either my accoustic or electric and am looking forward to coming with a bass. I like blues/rock and a bit of country and americana, and, as much of my playing will be in the front room of a terraced house, it will be important to get good tone at low volumes. Your advice and suggestions will be much appreciated - thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pineweasel Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 I can't help with the Aerodyne but if you are considering an American Pro you should be aware that they have only recently superseded the American Standard series. There are very few changes between them, and the Standards are still available for a decent saving over the Pro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Are you stuck on Fender.? If so why not look at the AVRI,s.? The 62 jazz is great. Or the more recent 74 jazz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Pick the one that is the most comfortable to play, you can always change the pickups to suit your personal sonic tastes later if you find something lacking. As pineweasel says, see if you can try an American Standard (it won't be hard), you'll save a few £s for a bass which is ostensibly the Professional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassbiscuits Posted March 13, 2017 Share Posted March 13, 2017 I'd echo this. Both will be really good basses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnthonyS Posted March 21, 2017 Author Share Posted March 21, 2017 Thank you for the feedback. In the end I bought the Aerodyne, partly because it was 2/3 the cost of a new American Professional (I do take the point about the Standard), but also because the neck felt smaller in my hand - which is important for me because I have a touch of carpal tunnel syndrome. So far, very pleased, and as a surprise by-product which I hadn't anticipated, I've started to get into funk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted March 21, 2017 Share Posted March 21, 2017 [quote name='AnthonyS' timestamp='1490098702' post='3262123'] Thank you for the feedback. In the end I bought the Aerodyne, partly because it was 2/3 the cost of a new American Professional (I do take the point about the Standard), but also because the neck felt smaller in my hand - which is important for me because I have a touch of carpal tunnel syndrome. So far, very pleased, and as a surprise by-product which I hadn't anticipated, I've started to get into funk! [/quote]Sounds like a good choice all round; nice one. However, there is a rule here on BC; no pics=didn't happen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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