timmchale2009 Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 (edited) So this is incredibly reluctantly up for sale here is my 1985 Made in Japan Jazz Bass. Based on a 75 reissue, it’s a truly stunning bass. I have made some significant upgrades to the stock bass. However I have kept the original pickguard, tuners and the Fender Gigbag. The Pickups have been upgraded to a House of Tone House Special J Pickup Matched Pair. These are based on the original pre-CBS Jazz Bass pickup design and really brings that classic J thump in the middle and the quintessential Jazz Growl to life and is certainly more fitting for this bass. I have also fitted the official fender covers for bridge and pickup, again it gives it that more classic vibe and creates that beautiful 70's look. I changed the tuners to Gotoh Lollipop tuners, I did however keep hold of the Clover tuners and these will also be included in the sale The pickguard is now a proper celluloid guard, I find this just looks more authentic and enhances the burst finish, the original red tort pickguard will be included. It weighs a rather nice 4.5kgs and sits well balanced on the shoulders. Currently setup with Rotosound Swing 66 gauge 45 rounds to get the absolute most gone out of this beast of a bass. Of course as to be expected with a 34 year old bass there are a few dinks and marks, I have included these in the pictures, nothing that affects the playability of this bass. Otherwise for its age this is in pretty stunning condition. I will be including an Armourdillo Hardcase to suitably protect this bass. Postage is included in the price, more than happy for people to come and visit and try out here in Saltney. With that in mind i'm looking for £750 all in. I'm not looking for any trades. Any other questions, please just ask. Thanks for looking. Edited January 3, 2019 by timmchale2009 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 Very nice, and a bargain 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidder652003 Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 just...wow! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy141 Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Hi Tim, I like the look of this bass but does it have the thicker U shaped neck that is more like a precision from front to back not width? I had a 74 Jazz bass reissue that I regret selling and would like another. Does it have poly finish neck? Because you have added a bridge cover it looks like it maybe 60's spacing and not 70's. Please let me know and I may proceed with the purchase. Many thanks, Jimmy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdouk Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 (edited) Most Japan 75RI is 60 spacing...like this one Edited January 3, 2019 by bobdouk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdouk Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 (edited) 1 minute ago, bobdouk said: Edited January 3, 2019 by bobdouk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy141 Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Hi Tim, The bass looks awesome (wood grain matches nicely etc) and the price is very very reasonable so I hope that you sell it soon. Best regards Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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