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[quote name='Johnnysonic' timestamp='1466031743' post='3072992'] Thanks for this. To be fair, the slither of wood isn't normal; someone's stuck it in there, presumably to work like a shim to raise the neck. I just wanted to make sure there was no damage to the neck, but I guess there isn't. I'll message you; hopefully we can do a deal. Best, Johnny [/quote] I was told it was normal by a reputable dealer who checked my bass over and who sells a lot of pre-CBS Fenders. I'll be more than happy to share that information with anyone who requests it by PM. Here are some links found via a Google search about Fender shims which appear to back up what the dealer said. [url="http://eddievegas.com/store/details/1963-Orig-Neck-Shim-Fender-Stratocaster-Pre-CBS.php"]http://eddievegas.co...ter-Pre-CBS.php[/url] [url="http://ze1bmsaq0o.talkiforum.com/20131031/strattele-neck-shims-yes-leo-fender-did-this-3341884/"]http://ze1bmsaq0o.ta...d-this-3341884/[/url] [url="http://www.guitarhq.com/fender.html"]http://www.guitarhq.com/fender.html[/url] [url="http://www.thegearpage.net/board/index.php?threads/shim-wood-makes-any-difference.133909/"]http://www.thegearpa...ference.133909/[/url] [url="http://www.chubbuckguitars.com/blog/2012/06/22/1964-jazzmaster-oh-baby"]http://www.chubbuckg...zmaster-oh-baby[/url] [url="http://pellegrinlowend.com/fenddate.html"]http://pellegrinlowe...m/fenddate.html[/url] [url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fender_Musical_Instruments_Corporation"]https://en.wikipedia...nts_Corporation[/url]

[quote name='Johnnysonic' timestamp='1465944392' post='3072420'] I could be interested. Couple of questions. What's with the slither of on the back of the neck? Is there damage underneath? And, is there any overspray or touch up in the front? There seems some discolouration in the area around the bridge pickup and above it. Perhaps it's just really overarm rubbing. Thanks, Johnny [/quote] Hi - there is no overspray or touch ups and I'm told the slither on the back of the neck is normal. The discolouration, I'm rather ashamed to admit, is grime. I've thought about cleaning it all up but am a bit afraid of using something and damaging it.

On hold.

SOLD today to a lovely bloke. Here is my all original 1964 Fender Jazz Bass. It's all honest, natural wear and tear - I've owned this bass for the past 20 years and I've really looked after it myself - looks pretty much the same as when I originally bought it. This bass really plays beautifully with an arrow straight neck, fully working trussrod, electronics, etc. My bass playing needs have changed and I'm primarily playing 6-string nowadays so after considerable deliberation, I've decided now could be the time to sell it to someone else to enjoy. If you've got any questions, please fire away. I'll certainly add to this description based on things I'm asked and things I remember. I'm based in Bournemouth, Dorset. I would consider a trade for a 6-string Fodera or a 6-string Ken Smith with cash adjustment. I'm not looking for any other trades at all. 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[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass V 5-String Sunburst/Rosewood 2014.[/font][/color] No trades please. For sale because I have just purchased the bass I was after - thanks. [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Weight is 9.8 pounds on my home scales.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]-----[/font][/color][list] [*]Body: Alder with contoured heel [*]Finish: Gloss urethane [*]Neck: Maple, modern "C" shape, tinted, gloss polyurethane finish [*]Fingerboard: Rosewood [*]Frets 21, medium-jumbo [*]Hardware: Chrome [*]Tuning keys: Fender lightweight vintage-style tuners [*]Bridge: High Mass Vintage (HMV) [*]Pickguard: 3-ply black/white/black [*]Pickups: N3 Noiseless Pickups [*]Pickup switching: Pan pot/blend control [*]Controls: Master volume, pan pot (pickup selector), treble boost/cut, midrange boost/cut, bass boost/cut, active/passive mini toggle [*]Strings: Fender NPS .045 to 0.105 [*]Case: Fender/SKB high-tech molded case [/list] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif]-----[/font][/color][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif]Some blurb off the internet.[/font][/color][/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif]The 5-string Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass V delivers the modern features that bassists demand in a sleek, familiar electric bass design. An updated preamp circuit brings deeply exhilarating active and passive tone. Powerful-yet-quiet N3 Noiseless pickups present more clean headroom, extended EQ range, and tighter low-end response. The tonal options are vast, thanks to the active/passive toggle switch and passive tone control. These amazing electronics effortlessly handle the low B string with impeccable tone and seismic power. The classic Jazz Bass block fretboard inlays and binding present the Fender American Deluxe V bass in a rightfully classy light.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif]The bass is crafted with an alder body, a hard wood that provides clear tone, and lasting sustain. The maple neck with modern C-shape, 5-bolt neck plate, compound radius fretboard, asymmetrical neck profile, and contoured heel offer fast action, silky- smooth playability, and make the American Deluxe Jazz Bass extremely easy to play all the way up the neck. The high-mass vintage Fender bass bridge offers compressed and focused bass tone with more mid range punch. It retains the Fender articulation and sparkle, combined with vintage-style saddles to maintain a classic vibe. The combination of a steel plate with brass saddles produces the best possible Fender bass sound.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif]Pairing up these pickups with the EQ and volume controls provides that notorious Fender Jazz Bass sound that has mystified some of the world's most prominent bassists for decades.[/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif]Other features include Stealth "B" string retainer, tinted neck, rolled fingerboard edges, highly detailed nut- and fretwork, genuine bone nut, flathead screws on battery compartment (for easy changes with a coin or pick), gloss polyurethane neck finish, and a gloss urethane body finish to dress the Fender American Deluxe Jazz Bass V 5-string in ultimate style and beauty. Includes case.[/font][/color] -----[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I'm based in Bournemouth, Dorset. I'd prefer this bass to be picked up but I will ship at buyers cost.[/font][/color] [url="http://s1301.photobucket.com/user/minuspilots/media/4_zpstoo8hzgj.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1301.photobucket.com/user/minuspilots/media/7_zpshhchhbjv.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s1301.photobucket.com/user/minuspilots/media/2_zpsztmgtuh6.jpg.html"][/url]

[quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1464196762' post='3057480'] If this was around the corner I'd be snapping this one up. Surprised it's still here. GLWTS [/quote] I agree. I have the same model in sunburst. They're outstanding - this is magnificent value.

Sold.