"Standard 5 J-bass"?

[BassmanAK]

Saw these:

http://www.warmoth.com/Pages/ClassicShowcase.aspx?Bass=1&Body=2&Type=84&Path=Body,Standard5

Just curious what the main differences between this and the Deluxe 5 J-bass are....

 

[Wyliee]

Standard 5 is a Mexi 5 with 20 frets and a body more like a 4 string J.  The Deluxe 5 is a 22 fret 5 like an older American Deluxe 5 body shape.

Unfortunately, Fender has muddied the waters quite a bit with changes in neck pocket and mounting patterns.  (ie. 5 bolt and their contoured heel)

If you want more of a traditional body shape like a 4 string J, but with 5 strings, the Standard 5 is a great option.  Of course, you can always bling it out too!

 

[BassmanAK]

Thanks for the info....
I'm pretty sure I'm gonna stick with the 22 fret option....

 

[AprioriMark]

Awwww crud.  I'm glad I saw this before I ordered a fretless neck for my Fender 5.  What should I be looking for to spec out a replacement neck?

-Mark

 

[tubby.twins]

BTW, the neck builder has the wrong headstock image for the Standard 5.  The image I see has a 4-string headstock.