4-String Bass Necks
J Bass® and P Bass® heels and neck pockets have the same measurements and are interchangeable: Width = 2-1/2″ (63.45 mm)
Also, are bass necks universal?
Check the Neck Spec
Unfortunately, they are not universal…even among Fender products. Careful measurement is the only way to be sure your parts are compatible. Check not just the width and length, but also the depth of the neck pocket, which is critical in achieving the correct playing action.
Herein, are Jazz and Precision Bass necks interchangeable? With all this in mind, we’ll pose a question: Since both instruments have bolt-on necks, what’s to keep you from putting a Jazz neck on your Precision (or vice versa)? Answer: nothing. From time to time, Fender even does this with special-edition models.
Consequently, are Squier and Fender necks interchangeable?
Fender says that most Fender and Squier necks are interchangeable, but I’ve never actually gone through the whole process until now. In my example we’re assuming that you have two guitars, one Fender, and one Squier and you will be removing both necks and swapping them between each other.
Can any neck go on any guitar?
Guitars can have either set or bolt-on necks. Set necks are not easily replaced by even skilled guitarists and are best left to the expertise of luthiers. … The neck must then be unscrewed from the body at the heel region. After unscrewing, the neck can be freed of the pocket.
Can I use any guitar neck?
Although a guitar neck can now be designed and made to any shape as requested by guitar players, neck profiles usually fall into 3 main categories: C, U and V shape. … If they were to be compared, there’s not any shape that’s better than the other, because it’s just a matter of the player’s personal taste.
Do Jazz basses have thin necks?
Fender Jazz basses (Squire Jazz basses too) have thinner necks, but you may also want to check out 3/4 sized basses with a 30″ scale (short scale) instead of a full sized bass.