Tone Comparison: Fender Jazz Elite vs. Custom Music Man (Solid Rosewood Neck) | Avalon U5 & Kemper

[IgorBassplayer]

I’m a session bassist with 20 years of experience, currently based in Da Nang, Vietnam. I’ve decided to put my two main workhorses head-to-head to see how they handle different grooves.

In this video, I’m comparing:

1. Fender American Elite Jazz Bass (Ultra pickups).

2. Custom Made Music Man 5 HH (with a unique Solid Rosewood Neck).

Signal Chain:

Both basses were recorded through my Kemper Player using a legendary Avalon U5 profile for that pure studio DI sound.

Watch the comparison here: 

 

 

I’ve included on-screen TABS and Notation for both, so you can see exactly what's happening in the pocket.

I'm currently working towards my 4,000-hour goal on YouTube, so I’d love to hear your thoughts on which bass sits better in the mix for you. Does the rosewood neck on the MM give it that extra 'snap' you'd expect?

Cheers,

Igor"

Edited 1 hour ago by IgorBassplayer