Fender Jazz Bass 1966 Candy Apple Red

1966 Fender Jazz Bass in Candy Apple Red with a matching headstock, desirable dot inlays, and original case. It doesn’t get much cooler than this, does it?

Introduced in 1960 as a follow-up to the Precision Bass, the Jazz Bass quickly became popular for its thinner neck profile, contoured body, and dual single-coil pickups, which gave it a distinct, brighter sound compared to its predecessor.

By 1966, Fender had made several key design changes, yet the bass still retained some desirable early features, such as dot inlays on the fingerboard, which would be replaced by block inlays later in the decade. The custom Candy Apple Red finish, a hallmark of Fender’s mid-century color palette, is especially sought after, and this particular example with matching headstock adds to the cool factor. The bass has beautiful wear patina, enhancing the vintage appeal of the lively finish, while the original frets remain in excellent shape.

Famous Jazz Bass players include legends like Jaco Pastorius, Geddy Lee, and Marcus Miller, who helped define the sound of modern bass playing. The versatile tonal range and comfortable playability make the Jazz Bass a favorite across multiple genres, from jazz and funk to rock.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Year: 1966
Finish: Candy Apple Red with matching headstock
Neck Inlays: Dot inlays (pre-block inlay era)
Body Wood: Alder
Neck Wood: Maple with a Rosewood fingerboard
Scale Length: 34 inches (standard Fender long scale)
Pickups: Dual single-coil pickups
Frets: Original, medium-jumbo frets
Weight: 4500g (approx. 9.9 lbs)
Hardware: Nickel/chrome
Bridge: 4-saddle vintage bridge
Tuning Machines: Original “Fender” stamped
Original Case: Yes
Condition: Very good, with normal signs of use and a patina that adds vintage charm.