Short-Scale Punch, Classic Fender Cool
The Fender American Professional Classic Mustang Bass in Faded Dakota Red is all about big, musical low end without the long-scale fight. It’s that sweet spot for players who want Fender authority, but with a slinkier feel and a more compact, couch-to-stage friendly bass.
If you’ve ever loved the idea of a Mustang Bass but wanted a truly pro-level version you can trust on any gig, this is that bass. Short-scale comfort, classic Fender vibe, and a voice that sits in the mix instead of steamrolling it.
Short-Scale Feel, Long-Game Comfort
Short-scale basses just feel different—in a good way. The string tension is more forgiving, stretches are easier, and fast lines feel almost guitar-like under your hands.
This Mustang Bass lets you dig in for punchy rock lines or lay back for smooth, supportive grooves without wrestling the instrument. Perfect if you’re coming from guitar, have smaller hands, or just want a bass that feels effortless over a three-set night.
Mustang Swagger in Faded Dakota Red
The Mustang silhouette has its own attitude—compact, offset, and a little rebellious. Dressed in Faded Dakota Red, this one looks like it’s already lived a few great stories under stage lights.
It’s got that unmistakable Fender aesthetic that fits everywhere: indie clubs, worship stages, studios, and cover band gigs. It’s the kind of bass that looks right at home no matter what amp or pedalboard you drop it in front of.
Big, Usable Low End That Sits in the Mix
Here’s the lowdown: a good short-scale bass doesn’t sound small—it sounds focused. Mustang Basses are known for punchy lows, present mids, and a top end that stays musical instead of clanky.
Whether you’re thumping roots with a pick, playing fingerstyle grooves, or recording DI into your interface, this bass gives you a tone that’s easy to shape and hard to bury. It holds its own without stepping all over guitars, keys, and vocals.
American Pro Reliability for Working Players
Fender’s American Professional instruments are built for real-world use—rehearsals, tours, sessions, and everything in between. Hardware, fretwork, and overall construction are all geared toward stability and consistency, not just hanging pretty on a wall.
That means solid tuning stability, clean intonation, and the kind of feel that lets you focus on the song instead of fighting setup gremlins. It’s a bass you can throw in the gig bag and trust night after night.
Dialed In at Moore Guitars & Ready to Ship
This specific Faded Dakota Red Mustang Bass is in our Evansville, Indiana shop right now—fully inspected and ready for our Player-Perfect™ setup before it leaves. Tell us how you like your action and strings, and we’ll get it playing exactly how you want.
If you’ve been chasing a comfortable, inspiring Fender bass that doesn’t wear you out but still brings the thunder, this American Professional Classic Mustang Bass hits that sweet spot.
Questions about this bass? Call (888) 794-8482 and talk to Rob or Cory—real players, real conversation, no scripts.
