The 7 Levels of JAZZ BASS Explained in Detail

So you've decided you want a Jazz Bass — congrats, great choice. But which one? Because Fender doesn't just make "a Jazz Bass" — they make seven distinct levels of it, from $300 Squiers built in Indonesia all the way up to $10,000+ Custom Shop Masterbuilt instruments. In this video we break down all 7 levels: Squier Classic Vibe, Player II, American Professional II, Geddy Lee Signature, American Ultra II, American Vintage II 1966, and Custom Shop Masterbuilt. For each level we cover what it costs, where it's built, the specs and electronics that set it apart, and which players actually use them — from gigging musicians grabbing a Player II to Geddy Lee's iconic maple-neck signature, all the way to the Masterbuilt holy grails. Whether you're buying your first Jazz Bass, planning an upgrade, or just curious where your bass falls in the Fender hierarchy, this is your full Jazz Bass tier list. 00:00 Squier Affinity & Classic Vibe Jazz Basses 01:39 Fender Standard, Player II & Vintera III Jazz Basses 03:38 Fender American Professional Series Jazz Basses 05:37 Fender Artist Series Jazz Basses 07:40 Fender American Ultra II Jazz Basses 09:24 Fender American Vintage II Jazz Basses 11:24 Fender Custom Shop & Masterbuilt Jazz Basses