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[quote name='bigjohn' post='388439' date='Jan 22 2009, 12:45 PM']Tis an interesting question. The only other model on Fender's parts list with a serial starting 014 is the the Classic Baja Player Telecaster, which a sort of Mexican custom shop model. Which could mean a few things I suppose.[/quote] what kind of things? [quote]For what it's worth the difference between standard upgrades and standards is they've they've got US electrics. If I was in the market for a new MIM jazz, I'd pay the extra £80.[/quote] Ok, noted. [quote]In fact - I'd see if I could find a 2008 70's reissue - but then that's me.[/quote] like [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Fender-70s-Jazz-Bass---Black~ID~9700.asp"]this one[/url]? what's the difference between the 70s reissue and the [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Fender-Standard-Jazz-Bass-(2009-Upgrade)---Black-MN~ID~10865.asp"]2009 standard [/url], or for that matter, the [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Fender---Classic-Series---60s-Jazz-Bass~ID~4151.asp"]60s classic[/url]? Also, which one would you go for - and why? Again thanks for all your input! It is very much appreciated!

I'm looking at [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Fender-Standard-Jazz-Bass-(2009-Upgrade)---Black-MN~ID~10865.asp"]these guys[/url]...

hmmmm thanks for your input. Would you say that the extra £80 or whatever is worth it? also is the maple fretboard nicer/better than rosewood, or is this merely an aesthetic preference? I've also heard that the QC has been improved in recent years.

well that's very interesting! if that's the case I'll just go with the old version (the "upgrade" which seems to have the same pickups anyway). Any other opinions/facts out there? ps. what do you mean with your sig: "Leo Fender got it right 1st time....or at least by the second time with the Jazz."?

Hi there - I'm looking at buying a Mexican Fender Jazz Bass - and as you might know, Fender released a new version last year (model number 014-6200) of the classic jazz bass (model number 013-6200). Now, both versions are still available from different sources, with the newer one being £80-£90 more expensive. I've browsed and chatted to the chaps at the bass cellar (in London) but am still not 100% sure what the difference between the two basses are. If anyone could pinpoint exactly what the additions are, I'd appreciate it! Also, which one would you recommend (and why)? FWIW the "old" version is ~£370 and the new ~£460...