Precision vs Jazz (If I Could Only Have One)
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The Jazz bass is more popular than the Precision… but many pro’s prefer P bass. So which bass is better?
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The Fender Jazz and Precision are the two most legendary basses in history, making up 83.5% of all recorded music. Or something like that, I didn’t actually do the math.
They sound and feel TOTALLY different, and you need to know the differences to figure out which is right for you, P bass vs J bass. That’s why in this video I’ll walk you through:
* Which is better for rock?
* What about funk?
* Emm, what about soul?
* But seriously, what about SLAP?
* If I could only have one, which bass I’d pick
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Which bass is your favorite and why? 🎸
Buy a PJ BASS
I have a BC Rich with double P... Nothing hits brighter than both tone knobs at 10
Dunno why, but this video has a significantly lower audio level!!
Get a Stingray and you've got the best of both.
I acknowledge the versatility of the Jazz, but I'm in love with that classic Precision tone.
The question is: single coil P or split coil P?
What I take away from this is an admiration for Leo Fender who designed the P bass in 1951, and then for an encore made the Jazz bass in 1960. And now here we are over a half century later discussing which of his inventions is better.
And he basically did the same thing with the Telecaster and then the Strat. Just brilliant.
I hate to say it. But he bested both with music man. Hate that guy 😂
And Leo did the Stingray too
More impressive still is that he didn't play an instrument; he was an electronics engineer.
Well he did change the P Bass after the original version, but it was early on, and before the J Bass, so decades ago
Let me tell you a story about bass guitars: a rodeo cowboy had 2 ponies. The first pony was named Jimmy. He could jump a fence, run through a wheel of fire, pose for pictures, and laughed at all the cowboy's jokes. The second pony was named Petey. Petey only knew one trick: he could cook the most perfect chili colorado with corn bread, and everyone who came to see him got to take a bite. The cowboy loved Jimmy more, but the crowd loved Petey more. It was only one trick, but that trick was so good that it didn't matter.
The sequel: then the cowboy bred both of the horses, and then bred their offspring, ending up with the perfect solution: a horse that could cook, fantastic chili, jump, offense, run through a wheel of fire, pose for pictures, and who gave a cool snicker at his jokes.
He called him Pete James.
Good ol’ PJ.
@@robertsimpson5801 We love Pete James! It's just such a shame it's so hard to find him these days
If I had a nickel for every time bassists ignored PJ basses, i'd be richer than Elon Musk.
I really hate PJs ngl,idk but it really seems like a beginner thing to enjoy PJ basses. I know some pros use it but i really cannot enjoy it
I enjoy the sound of the PJ bass best personally. The tone can be rich and full, but with a little growl too.
Dude I effing love my yamaha bb434, sucks that they're so overlooked
@@petaldapotato8282 That's kind of a dumb take. How can you not enjoy it? Turning off the J pickup effectively makes it a P pass. My first expensive bass was a Fender P, and while I still have it, it has basically been wall decor for the last seven years. Fender ran a limited PJ series in 2016, and I never looked back to the basic P. You get more out of having a PJ + a J than you get out of having a P + J. Anyone claiming PJ and P doesn't sound equal with the J pickup off are just making things up. Having a P/J can also free up your budget/space to get something else, like something "more suited" for modern metal.
@@lassebasseish no PJ is good,its versatile and my first bass was an Ibanez with PJ pups,but i just dont like it,probably because im a J bass guy
Also,in term of versatility,dual humbuckers basses easily beat PJ,and if you want a classic tone while also have versatility,just get a J bass,since J's neck pup can replicate P pup,but PJs cant replicate a J bass with all pups on
The jazz bass may be more "versatile," but I find myself choosing a P bass every time I need to record. It just always works. Besides, there's still a lot you can by changing your hand position, picking technique, and EQ settings. A P bass played with a pick through a Sansamp pedal with the presence knob cranked is going to sound very different than a P bass played with your fingers up near the neck with flats and the tone rolled off. Every bass is versatile if you want it to be.
Dude, preach! I couldn't agree with you more.
My head says J, my heart says P...
I always say there’s nothing better for recording than a p bass it just works on almost any genre of music
Prefer the punch of the Pbass.
Yes. This is why pbass is all over records-even if the bassist was known for being seen with other models.
This is probably the best P vs. J video I have ever seen! You've truly managed to capture vibe and historical relevance of each instrument. Although I'm not a slapper I prefer the Jazz myself. I like the clear deep tone, and I can role back the bridge pickup and tone control to get a more P-bass like sound.
Yes i also have a J-bass although im not really into slap. Love the warmth of the neck and the funk of the bridge and you can totally a mean tone out of a J-bass although it's not the same as the growl of the P-Bass.
J totally rules.
I've watched a gajillion of these p/j comparison videos and this is easily the best one I've seen. You managed to circumvent whatever filters youtube slaps on that usually otherwise prevent this kind of comparison video from actually meaning anything to the listener. I can actually hear the distinct differences in tone well enough to not have to actually go play either of these basses for myself to know how they sound (mostly). And you put all the sound samples into the precise musical context necessary for getting the point across. Thanks!
+1
To any beginners that might be reading this, I highly recommend a PJ bass if you can’t decide between just a P or a J.
You really get the best of both worlds (growl of the P pickup and the duckiness of the bridge J pickup) and you’ll be able to make a good tone for most standard playing situations.
There are also more cheap P/J bass models than P or J ones, which is always great, especially if you’re just starting out.
Something else for any bassist watching this, if you’ve just found BassBuzz through this video then definitely watch more of their videos, this is seriously like, the best, most informative, most helpful, and most entertaining bass channel on CZcams, and you’ll learn something no matter your skill level. Have fun! ❤❤❤
My Yamaha TRBX174 seems to be the perfect bass for a beginner… quality that can be had close to $200.
Very good advice!! I started on a Squire P/J and learned how much I liked bass. Then carefully went to a MIM J Bass. So pleased.
@@lsh3rd Yeah, that's what I got. I love it. PJ
I wouldnt recommend that at all. A PJ will just sound weaker with both pickups on, which might confuse a beginner. Ive never played one with a balanced set
Totally agree. Although you do get some extra pickup noise off some PJs compared to the P or J bass.
I appreciate that you took a few second to talk about the difference in neck shape/profile. I feel that this is super important when deciding between the two, especially for any new players out there.
Nowadays theres pbass with the classic pickup and jazzbass bridge pickup and the neck profile of a jazz, so theres no discussion really
I ended up getting a PJ Squier. I have been gigging with it for about a year and have had nothing but compliments on how it sounds every time.
The Precision, because of its tight low end and pronounced midrange just sits so nicely in a mix. However, I get really close on the Jazz , almost indistinguishable, with turning the bridge pickup down about a third, rolling off the tone to a degree depending on how dark you want it to sound, and finally, the most important ingredient which is plucking in BETWEEN the neck and bridge and not OVER the neck pickup like so many do.
That precision just has such a good thunk to it, can’t go wrong with some good thunk
@@LostmychillP
I bought my first and so far only bass almost two years ago. I chose a precision bass because it just looked simpler than everything else - only one pickup, two knobs, nothing to think about. And if it is good enough for Steve Harris, it is good enough for me.
I have both and I’m glad that I do. But if I had to get rid of one I’d keep the P.
it really is good enough for anyone/everyone! if it ain't broke...
P for me - something very cool about the fact that it was "right first time". but you can't lose either way. Don't forget the impact of the strings/amp/player on tone whether P or J
I love the producer switch. Best invention since making the volumes on your amp go up to 11 instead of 10😆🐸🍺🔪🔥
Well, I have a Stingray now, and I've never looked back! But before that, I played a P bass.
Where you pluck the strings (closer to the bridge vs closer to the neck) doesn't seem to get talked about very much, but it makes a BIG difference! So you can still get some versatility out of just one pickup
I have stingray also I love but still always back to the P.
Enjoy the back pain lol
I got a StingRay last year. It’s now my main Bass… I’m looking for a fretless one.
Just rewatched this and it is genuinely the best video on the subject I've seen. Actual clear and practical examples. Nice work, mate.
This is the best P bass vs J bass comparison video I’ve seen on CZcams. It’s detailed and concise, with excellent playing examples, and it really demonstrates clearly the strengths of each bass within specific musical contexts!! Thank you!
The video editing in this video is more refined than the 2 basses combined. Congrats to the editor. Check what he does at 4:23 with the last note from Jaco’s riff. That’s art.
I'm a J guy. When I decided to buy a bass, I posted on a messageboard "what bass should I get to play funk?" The overwhelming majority of responses were pro-J.
This was great! Loved hearing the basses side by side. I could really hear the differences, so really helpful. Plus, your presentation is really fun. Great job!
Thank you. I really needed this comparison done this way. I really appreciate it. Subscribed. 🙏
I have all three. Three? J, P and PJ. I don't play long scale basses anymore, so my Fender Jazz sits in the rack, untouched. For a Jazz, I have a Valiant 27" Mini Bass, which sounds amazing. For a Precision, I have a Schecter Banshee. For a PJ, I have a Sire U5, which I just love. And the J bridge pickup is silent! So, if I could only have one? The Sire U5 would be it. But...I'd never give up my T.C. Stingray or Wattplower Mk II, or any of my other shorties, for that matter. These are great times for short scale players. 👍
I chose a Jazz bass when I started playing bass seriously a year and a half ago. I am so glad I did. I love the tone and slim neck. I recently bought a fretless Jazz and I am blown away with the tone! So much fun 😊
Which one did you buy? I am looking for a good bass. Coming from the upright town lol
@@andreashoppe1969 I'm not who you responded to, but I really like my Squier Jazz Bass. It's on the cheaper end (~$280) and I've stuck with it for the better part of a decade.
I don’t see enough people talk about how much more comfortable the J feels to play. I think it’s an important consideration
I love both, I can't decide. But that's also the reason why my favourite configuration is a P/J bass (preferable with an active EQ on it): you have the same growl of the split coil with the added definition of the j-single coil in the bridge. Plus, you can use each one of them alone.
As a player of both, I think this was really well done. I have my P bass set up for more traditional rounded tones (higher action and medium guage strings) and my J bass is set up for more aggressive sounds (lower action and light guage strings). Works for me, they are both great.
If I HAD to pick one, it would be the P bass because it is LEGEND.
Omg finally a fair comparison between these two! Really cool video, specially because you dropped some pretty nice songs there :D
Really excellent comparison. I have a PJ style. Excellent playing and fun too.
Awesome info, awesome editing, and never ever sleep on Josh’s chops
No matter how many P vs J bass I've watched, I'll always watch more! I've learned that as much as I love the scooped sound of a jazz when I'm playing on my own, what sounds good in my living room doesn't always sound the best when played with other musicians. That's definitely where the magic of the P bass shines!
I absolutely appreciate the editing required for this video
I think a good analogy is that the P is like a Hollywood super star who always plays himself. The J is like that OK character actor you saw in lots of films but can't remember the films or the name of the actor.
Hell no. The J-Bass is like the Gary Oldman or Forrest Whitaker of bass.
I think you’re both right. J is an AMAZING teamplayer support, and P tends to stand out more. Sometimes you want your bass line to be heard, sometimes you want it to hold everything together.
Wow, really great rundown on the subject.
Great video Josh, great A-B comparison of the two types. Always good to see what you're up to. 👍❤️💪
Nice job! I think a PJ can give you the best of both worlds but honestly I use my Jazz more than my P on gigs and recordings due to the versatility and the ability to dial in a P-esque tone by adjusting pickup volumes and using the tone knob when I need. I can also dial in P tones with a Jazz by tweaking the amp if needed. And with hand placement and various muting, I can get close enough to the P place without having to change basses. The other bonus - my jazz is lighter, the neck is easier to get around on, and gives me less fatigue on long gigs or gigs with super challenging music. Love my P though. Bottom line, you have far more options and can subtract and add a lot more with a J than P. Thanks for the work that went into this.
Jazz bass with a push/pull pot to toggle between parallel and series is my favorite. So many options :) and I prefer the thinner neck profile of Jazz basses.
Awesome video, Josh. So well done, in concept and editing. Great stuff you produce!! And love the shout to the Producer Switch!! I like my J Bass but it's all in the player, not the bass.
this deserves so many more views! amazing playing and amazing video concept
i've always been a p-bass stan but a recently met a champion for the jazz bass. I wanted to take another listen and this video is everything i was curious about and more.
I'm still a p-bass fan but who knows, i may switch to jazz when i get that slap down.
thanks sm!
The J bass is the tone king, absolutely no doubt about it. Personally, the slim neck of the J is the thing that sold it for me, that '62 neck with the '62 pickups. As an owner of 4 J basses, nothing will replace it as my number 1.
Yes, the big difference for me is the neck and the two pickups
The Jazz's skinny neck is a no-go for me as it literally rubs my LH fingers the wrong way.
However...
In 2005 at a Guitar Center in Pittsburgh, PA, I found a 2004 Translucent Sunset Orange USA Jazz Bass, with the then available S-1 Switching Sytem and ... wait for it ... *factory* Precision Bass "B" tuxedo neck. It says Fender Precision Bass on the head-stock but has the proper Jazz serial number on the reverse. It has been my #1 since then...mostly...except when I was playing my USA Precision Bass, which was my favorite until I played my Jazz...then the P, then the Jazz.
And that's what it's like being a middle child.
I have both and use my Jazz bass 99% of the time. With the right strings you can easily get the growl of a p-bass and then some. On mine, I use Ernie Ball super slinky low tension round wounds and I have to work to NOT get the growl. I love it. On a side note, kudos to whoever did the editing on this video. It is exceptionally well done.
If you haven't yet, you may want to consider giving tape wound strings a try
Very informative, well put together comparison video. I learned a lot!
What a great video, shows the difference really well and makes you fall in love with both again. I went with a stingray in the end because I couldn’t decide and the stingray fits my needs best in the end.
I think you missed the real most versatile bass....The PJ....best of both worlds.
One of the best P vs J battles ever! And I agree, I'd also go for the J if I only could have one. I have a modern J 5-string (active/passive, with Delano TheHybrids, so I get a nice StingRay sound on top), and an old P-style bass (with flats). Perfect combination for me. But I still couldn't resist getting a shorty and a fretless on top 😅
I agree. If I could only have one, it’s my Jazz. But, with all the parts available out there, I may just build a Frankenstein of both!
Thank you man. I must decide and this video helped me a lot. Cheers
Love that you included The Stranglers here. He made his bass sound like it's getting beaten up.
This is the reason I bought PJ bass. The best from both worlds. Now I can get the mid tones, punch and the grit in one package.
I'm using Yamaha TRBX174 with EMG Geezer set. It kills!
I also own a PJ but it really isn't the best of *both* worlds. PJ is primarily a P-Bass that can be spiced up a little bit with the J-Neck pickup - so it' a more versatile P-Bass. But you can't really reproduce that typical, scooped J-Bass sound with a PJ because you need both J-Pickups working together for that sound.
I definitely would pick my J over my P (the fretless J even more so). However the active PJ is a good a really good choice nowadays.
Really nice job comparing the two. I began on a P bass years ago. My most recent P was a 50's Classic with flatwound, which I loved. Until I got a Lakland DJ-4 Jazz bass. Man, that slimmer neck just did it for me. I have since moved on to a Lakland 44-02 which is active and the neck is between a J and P bass and super comfortable. I can get pretty much any tone I want. But I will admit, a P just looks so cool and rock and roll, and all my bass heroes played P basses.
I am a guitarist that likes to play bass from time to time. Got myself a Squier Vintage Modified PJ bass a few years ago. Best of both worlds. That purchase was a no-brainer.
This is the best and most informative and accurate P Vs J comparison I have evere seen, and also you have an invredible playng. I've always was a p bass guy, I had my Jazz periods but i always came back to P in the end of the day, but now I recently switched to musicman, it's like it has all the pros of p and j together, it is great for rock, funk and pop, and imo it has the best slap tone. I only prefer the p in the oldschool stuff
Nice to hear some JJ and the Stranglers on here at last.
This is, no doubt, the most practical video ever on comparing these two 👏👏👏
With both set up properly & preferred strings...hard to choose! I have an active jazz with flats and p with rounds. Love both. Note about Jameson around 5:10 -- he indeed played p on MOST Motown hits, but also played stand-up. Bob Babbitt also played p on notable (mostly later) Motown hits. Thanks for your excellent presentation!
That is an interesting combination. I prefer flats on my P bass because I think they go together well.
I believe the official name is the Lee Sklar Producer Switch
They actually sound pretty close.. The Jazz sounds rounder then again the usage of finger versus pick attack and the amp setup is as you know a game changer..
It’s crazy how we can all have completely different ears and taste!
Indeed... Mind you, depending on your audio card and speakers on the pc, frequencies can sound different..@@SimonChingon
@@BedeLaplume that’s the beauty of music!!
@@BedeLaplume that’s the beauty of music!!
Man, that's a great selection of songs with awesome bass parts!
Guys, honestly I get angry when I see how few likes this video has. There are hours of work behind this video and so much professionalism that I have watched thousands of CZcams videos about comparisons. Never before have I seen such a professional, clear, technical comparison that gets to the point and explains all questions with its theoretical and practical applications down to the last detail for us with so much love and fun. This video deserves millions of likes. I've been watching comparisons for years. This is the first man or CZcamsr who finally doesn't do a lot of advertising and talking but rather presents facts to us clearly and professionally from Germany. Many kind regards, my friend, stay as you are. You are one of the most successful bass, CZcamsrs for me who deserves much more. ✌️👌
I love my Squier VM Jaguar bass. It’s a PJ configuration. I mainly use the P pick up to get a precision tone but I love that it has a thin neck like a jazz bass.
Honestly, medium scale, jazz neck, PJ configuration, 2 volume AND 2 tone, it's on paper the ideal bass for me and I'm extremely happy with mine.
@@YIIMM the Jag I have is from 2011 and it is a full scale jazz neck
I currently own a P and am getting a J for Christmas. Interested to see which I end up using more
My jazz is more comfortable for me, but I always go back to the P. Funny I put away the P and dusted off the jazz last night and this morning I see this video 😊
If you like a thinner, neck and a sick ass sound, the J is your man.
@@lifespanofafry1534 can’t go wrong with either, but it’s nice to have both!
How about a video on the different strings? Love your videos!!!
"Producers Switch"!! HAHAHA! Leland taught us all the truth! I love my P Bass, but if I don't know what the situation might call for I bring the J. ( Actually, my favorite bass is an English bass called Fret King that has a P bass pup in the bridge, a J bass pup in the mid position, and a Gibson Bass-Bucker style pup in the neck. It is the master of all tones and can dial in literally ANY tone. But that's just my secret weapon.) Great video. CHEERS!
I have a p bass but sometimes it’s not the tone I want…. A lot of times it is. A lot of times I get lucky cause I have the same bass that was played on the song im trying to learn.. I am
Looking at a duff mckagan p with a p/j configuration and paying on it to own it as well… but I’m
Wondering if I should just get a jazz… if anyone reads this comment let me know what you think. I will also add I like the killers and have been having trouble
Getting my p to sound like the songs of the killers I am trying to get good at playing
Go and try a Jazz. Figure out if you like it more. Or consider getting a P/J and trade in your P. A P/J with the J pickup rolled off sounds like a P, so you're not missing out on that part.
I have one of all three from Fender, and if I had to get rid of one, it would be the P.
I am surprised that Jazz bass is still called versatile while there are many mid range basses out there with humbuckers with optional single coil or series/parallel mode and 3 band eq, sometimes with selectable mid frequency, active/passive switch. This is what I'd call versatile
Right! like e.g. the Marcus Millers on the cheaper end, or, of course Stingrays at the more pricy regime.
I have a Lakland Skyline 44-02 that covers this. I can get a P, J or Stingray tone if dialed in right. And neck to die for.
great editing on this one man. I had a few giggles.
I tried watching a couple of videos to understand the differences and I think this was by far the best!
Definitely jazz bass for an ordinary person like me, due to the versatility across different genres, but its quite understandable why a professional musician with a specific sound would go for precision bass.
The Jazz sometimes sound too clean
I like the "mean" sound i get on my Precision, and that's the same reason why i like Rickenbackers and Thunderbirds
Never had either, but I think I'd choose J just for the sheer power of narrow and thin neck that's super comfortable to play with.
Held such instrument in the guitar store and it almost made me tear joy.
In the studio, I have one of each. The P logs 7:1 more time being recorded - this from many many bassists over the years across all genres.
p-bass has a darker, louder tone, perfect for rock and metal. while jazz sounds brighter, perfect for jazz and pop playing. especially pop, where those stingy producers won't let you do much on bass. having the ability to switch between neck and brigde pickups would be killer in that context!
- The Police recorded Message in a bottle on a jazz bass along with all of their early hits.
great video! nice analysis.
Best comparison vid I have seen. Thanks BassBuzz.
I’ve got an ‘80s Kramer bass, essentially a P-Bass copy but with a Jazz-style neck on it. So it sounds like a Precision, feels like a Jazz. Hey, I like it!
My favourite? A jazz neck and bridge pickup with a precision neck pickup - the japanese Fender Jazz Bass Special PJ36
Great playing by the way!
This video is a lifesaver. I can’t choose between a P or J bass and this video really helped me in my decision. I love both sounds but damn, something about that Jazz bass just hits my soul.
My current go to bass is a P/J. All the awesomeness of the P with the added quack of the J bridge pickup. I can hit a pretty wide range of tones with that. I love the variation in tones you get from different basses and they're all great for different things. String choice adds even more tone variation. For me the money tones I love to hear are a P with flats and Stingray with rounds.
extremely helpful video, thanks man
I love playing a Fender American Professional II Jazz Bass, but my daily players are one of the three P-Basses I have. Usually the '51 Reissue P-Bass with a Lindy Fralin Split Coil pickup. So much awesome in one package.
Currently have an Ibanez SR755 which I really have no business owning, but hope to some day ad a Jazz for the neck and tone options. Thanks for the great video!
Great video, I think best J & P comparision video on the market :D
Great demo, cool shirts! Cheers! 😊
something that I took from this video is that I feel the J is better on the higher notes on the d and the g, while the opposite goes for the P. The cut-through tone makes it an excellent low end support sound
Some more plucking position changes can unlock a bit more shift in P bass tone (as you know but for those who haven't thought of it). Plucking closer to the neck can make the bass sound more laid back (because it shifts the sound to less mids and more fundamental), especially when you pluck with your thumb, and also if you add a mute to the bridge (or palm-mute and lightly thumb pluck for something similar). Plucking just below the pickup (closest to the bridge) as well as between the pickup and the bridge will get you an in-between kneck and bridge pickup sound that speaks out more in the mix but still supports the band's bottom end, although maybe not as much. Not to say the J bass is more versitile, but the P bass can have a bit more variance to it as well that might be just enough for some, while also having that wonderful one-trick. Happy playing!
Excellent video, very informative. As with all music gear, at the end of the day it’s purely down to personal choice. I’ve always preferred the trusty Precision, I love the simplicity of them and love the tone. I’ve tried Jazz basses but never really got on with them, I always found I never used the bridge pick up.
The definitive video. Just covers it all. Thank you.
You're playing is off the hook. Thanks for posting this great demo.
Bass Buzz You are awesome Thanks You So much for teaching me bass.
Very good video as usual! Here is my personal experience. About 1 year ago, I joined a band as a bassist. It was my first time that I played thru a big amp or PA. I had two basses - a precision deluxe (or special. P/J) and a Jazz. Although my ears had not been trained yet, I could find my P-bass in the mix easily. But with Jazz, I struggled. If I may, P bass sounds like a square whereas Jazz more like circle. That unique 90 degree angles are what make P-bass sound so solid. Now 1 year later, I have learned a lot and know there are tons of possibilities with P or J with knobs, amp setting, effect etc. One has to experince P/J in the settings he/she would be playing (band, studio, bedroom). Now I have 3 Jazz basses and one P bass (said PJ - good to have options of P + J @ bridge) and am content.
Always been on a J Bass. Never saw a reason to change that. I could dial a different sound whenever asked or wanted to do so.
Might be a very limited view of mine, but The Sweet's "Live at The Rainbow" album convinced me of the Jazz bass forever. Bassist Steve Priest uses a Gherson bass, an italian copy of Fender Jazz Bass Sunburst. Just listen to tracks like "Done Me Wrong Alright", "Little Willy" or "Blockbuster" from that album.
I just scored a killer Precision this evening. I've been playing jazz basses for nearly 30 years, but this one sounds great and is so simple! Can't wait to gig it tomorrow night.....
P bass + pick is my choice. I’ve played a Nate Mendel signature Mexican P bass for eleven years now. Love the tone and the Mecki which lies somewhere between a P and a J bass in width.
I have switched back and fourth between the two for the last 40 years with a few Stingrays thrown in, but it has always been the Precision when recording and in recent years it has became the one I use the most.
Precision is the King of bass. The Jazz is Queen. The Stingray is the King's cousin who is desperate for the crown. Basically, Leo Fender Invented and refined the bass guitar. He's the real hero.
I've got a fretless P in 1977 and a fretted one from the early 70s a few years later. Lots of friends play a J but my Ps really put out the tone forever... been playing them for over 45 years.
I just picked up a beauty Precision, 2018.
Part of the beauty is it comes with a jazz pu, at the bridge and the traditional split P pu’s!!!
3 knobs, all sculpting the sound to what you want!!!
Me, I play in a Country/Blues/Oldies cover band so,,,obviously I want to crank it out like Steve Harris!!!!
But there’s so many variations it’s amazing!!!
Ideally, you get the holy trinity of basses: P, J and Stingray. That got you covered for pretty much all vintage and modern styles. If I had to pick one then it's Stingray > P > J.
Also, each bass player should thank the great Leo Fender who gifted us these amazing bass models!
I was completely convinced you were going to say P Bass after listening to your pros and cons. Got me.
Great video, thanks.