| Reviewer | Philip Hamm |
| Manufacturer | Fender |
| Model | 1998 American Standard Jazz Bass V |
| Price | $1059 list |
| Neck Type | Maple, 1 piece, bolt-on |
| Fingerboard | Pau Ferro, fretted |
| Body Type | Alder |
| Finish | Light Blue |
| Pickup(s) | passive Fender "Vintage" 5 string J |
| Controls | Dual volume, master tone |
The neck s a bit chunky, but I like it. It feels VERY solid to my hands and the set-up from the factory was ideal. I like the idea of the graphite in there.
The pickups sound wonderful, but the output is very quiet compared to my other basses. I'm considering having an active EQ installed or getting a Sadowsky outboard. Still, I can turn the amp up and the sound really is very nice.
| Construction | 100% | 
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| Playability | 95% |
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| Appearance | 100% |
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| Sound | 90% |
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| Value | 100% |
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| Overall | 95% |
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