The Fender American Professional Classic Mustang Bass is a short-scale powerhouse designed for discerning bassists who value classic tone and modern performance. Built with an alder body and a sleek gloss urethane finish, this bass delivers a resonant, balanced tone that sits perfectly in any mix. Its 30" scale length ensures a warm, punchy low end, while the single Coastline '70s split-coil pickup offers vintage warmth with modern punch. With its comfortable maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, this bass pairs vintage Fender aesthetics with player-focused upgrades for an effortless playing experience. From its lightweight design to its premium hardware, the American Professional Classic Mustang Bass delivers unparalleled comfort and tonal clarity.
Yosemite Pickups for Versatile Tonal Character
This Mustang bass is equipped with a pair of Yosemite pickups—a split single-coil in the middle position and a single-coil Jazz Bass pickup at the bridge. Together, they deliver a rich tonal palette, from warm, rounded lows to articulate, growling mids and crisp highs. The pickups are carefully voiced to ensure a balanced response, with the split-coil providing depth and the bridge pickup adding clarity and bite. Whether you're locking in with a drummer or taking a melodic lead, these pickups ensure every note cuts through with precision and musicality.
Greasebucket Tone Circuit for Precise Control
The Fender Mustang bass features the innovative Greasebucket tone circuit, which allows players to roll off high frequencies without adding unwanted bass. This design provides greater tonal clarity and ensures that your sound remains tight and focused, even at lower treble settings. With separate volume controls for each pickup, you can blend tones seamlessly, creating everything from smooth, vintage warmth to modern, aggressive attack. This combination of intuitive controls and advanced electronics empowers bassists to shape their sound with confidence and accuracy.
Comfortable Neck Design for Effortless Playability
The short-scale neck on this Fender bass is crafted with a maple profile and finished in satin urethane for a smooth, fast feel. Its Modern C shape fits naturally in the hand, while the rosewood fingerboard with medium-jumbo frets ensures comfortable navigation across all 19 frets. The 30" scale length makes it easier to execute fast runs and intricate patterns, while the synthetic bone nut enhances sustain and tuning stability. This ergonomic design ensures that extended practice sessions and live performances remain comfortable and fatigue-free.
Premium Components for Durability and Style
Built with high-quality materials, the Mustang bass features a 4-ply aged white pearloid pickguard, nickel/chrome hardware, and Fender's lightweight vintage-style tuning machines with tapered shafts. The 4-saddle American Performer Mustang Bass bridge enhances string stability and provides precise intonation adjustments. Its durable construction ensures reliability on stage or in the studio, while the eye-catching aesthetic adds a vintage-inspired flair. This blend of craftsmanship and style makes the Mustang bass a dependable instrument with enduring appeal.
A Short-Scale Bass Built for Maximum Comfort
The Fender American Professional Classic Mustang Bass rosewood fingerboard is the ultimate choice for bassists seeking a compact, versatile instrument with a distinctive tonal identity. Its lightweight body, short-scale design, and premium components make it an ideal companion for long rehearsals, studio sessions, and live performances. Step into the world of precision and classic Fender craftsmanship with a bass that's built to inspire.