American Fender Jazz - Special or Standard?

[Southern Heel]

I'm in the market for a new MIA Fender Jazz - why would I spend the extra £250-300 for a Standard over a Special? Seems the special has a faster neck because it's satin, and this magical new greasebucket circuit, what does the standard have to offer?

[bubinga5]

the standard Fender jazz is a very good bass.. for me i wouldnt even go USA.. CIJ make a better bass IMO.. cheaper, as well made in all areas, and no routing under the pickguard.. USA FEnder just dont cut it for me.. My MIJ Jazz bass is way better than my old USA Jazz and as good as my old Custom Shop...