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I've a CSL Jazz bass which I obtained for £30 in 1985. Neck is maple on maple with black block inlays and binding. Body is ply, solid black. Tortoiseshell pickguard Neckplate stamped 'Made in Japan'. CSL logo in mother of pearl on headstock. Like Bassassin's specimen, the neck on mine is the best I've ever played in 37 years. They were a common sight in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK when I was growing up. A friend of mine had one which had stacked pots like the original Jazz Bass. The headstock shape used to vary a little but the rest of the specs were a dead ringer for a '72 Jazz. It's stood the test of time and is a phenomenal bass. Short of lashing out circa £2,000+ on an original Fender '72 Jazz there really isn't a better option than a CSL.