The Fender Player Jazz Bass Pau Ferro Black (Model 149903506) is a Mexico-made Fender “Player Series” Jazz Bass, and it’s one of the most popular modern Fender mid-range basses.

🎸 Key specs (what this exact model is)

• Body: Alder
• Neck: Maple (Modern “C” shape)
• Fingerboard: Pau Ferro
• Scale length: 34”
• Pickups: 2× Player Series Alnico V single-coil Jazz Bass pickups
• Controls: 2 volume (blend-style), 1 master tone
• Hardware: 4-saddle standard bridge, open-gear tuners
• Finish: Gloss Black
  

🔊 What it sounds/feels like

This model keeps the classic Jazz Bass character:

• Bright, punchy, articulate tone
• Strong midrange “growl” (signature Jazz Bass sound)
• Very responsive to fingerstyle, slap, and pick playing
• Neck is fast and comfortable (“Modern C” profile)

It’s basically designed as a modern, reliable version of the classic Fender Jazz Bass sound rather than a vintage reissue.

🌿 About the Pau Ferro fingerboard

Pau Ferro is used instead of rosewood in many newer Fender Player models:

• Slightly brighter than rosewood
• Smooth feel, usually lighter brown grain
• Tonally the difference is subtle in real use (mostly feel/aesthetic)

Most players treat it as a cosmetic + feel preference, not a major tone change.

👍 Who this bass is best for

This model is a great fit if you want:

• A real Fender Jazz Bass feel without USA pricing
• Versatility (rock, funk, jazz, pop)
• Reliable studio + live instrument
• Classic Jazz Bass tone with modern playability

⚖️ Simple verdict

If you’re considering this bass:
👉 It’s a safe, professional-grade workhorse
👉 One of the best “entry-to-pro” Fender basses available today
👉 Nothing fancy, but very solid and dependable