Detail 01
JJ pickup configuration
Cut for two Jazz Bass single-coils in the standard neck and bridge positions. A P split-coil route will not line up.
Product detailSKU #1273888003964
FenderJazz Bass 3-Ply Pickguard - Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Black three-ply pickguard for a Jazz Bass. Replaces a cracked, yellowed, or wrong-color guard on a standard JJ layout.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Refreshing a scratched or sun-faded Jazz Bass guard
- Changing the look without touching wiring or hardware
- Covering routing and screw holes after a cosmetic swap
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Precision Bass or any non-JJ pickup layout
- Vintage instruments where the original guard adds value
- Bodies with non-standard routing or custom screw patterns
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
3-ply construction
Black over white over black. The white middle layer shows as a thin line along the bevelled edge.
Detail 03
Black finish
Higher contrast on sunburst or natural bodies; nearly monochrome on a black body.
Detail 04
Layered plastic thickness
Stiffer than a single-ply guard, so it resists flexing and cracking around the screw holes over time.
Detail 05
Screw hole pattern
Drilled to a standard Jazz Bass layout. Older or import bodies sometimes differ, leaving holes that do not meet.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Guard only — no screws, pickups, or control plate included
- 02Dry-fit against your body before drilling; hole counts vary by year and origin
- 03Loosening or removing strings makes the swap far easier
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my Jazz Bass?
It follows the standard Jazz Bass cut and hole pattern. Import and older bodies sometimes vary, so hold it against your body and check holes before installing.
02What does 3-ply mean?
Three bonded plastic layers — black, white, black. The white line is visible along the bevelled edge, which is the classic Jazz Bass look.
03Do I need to remove the strings?
Not strictly, but detuning and lifting the strings clear of the guard makes the job much easier.
04Are screws included?
Reuse the screws from your old guard, or buy them separately. Count your existing holes first.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- JJ
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
