Fender Jazz American Pro 2 vs Elite

[Freddi375]

Hey guys,

 

I'm looking to get a 2nd hand Elite 4 string (if one pops up!), however I'm also looking at the American Pro 2.

 

Anyone played both and can advise if any or much difference in the neck profiles? 

 

I love the neck on the elite and prefer slim necks so hoping the Pro 2 is as slim or close enough.

 

I recently had a Performer series and didnt really like the neck on that.

 

Any help appreciated 🙂.

 

Cheers

Freddie

[Geek99]

This might work better in Items Wanted? 

[Freddi375]

For sure, but want to know if any difference in neck profiles first. Cheers

[HeadlessBassist]

Hi Freddie, as luck would have it, I’ve still got your old Elite and I picked up an as new condition American Professional 2 in a trade over the last few days.

 

In short, they’re very similar thickness from fingers to thumb, and maybe the Pro II feels marginally wider, but it’s mainly down to the Elite’s compound radius that makes it feel a fraction more rounded and that little touch sleeker. The Pro II neck is very nice to play on, and doesn’t slow me down at all compared to the Elite.