(SOLD) Fender Japan Standard Jazz Bass JB-45J Black 1998
Fender Japan Standard Jazz Bass, black, crafted in Japan 1997-00. These J-Craft Standard models are simple and effective basses. The basic recipe is to take the classic '62 style Jazz, add a satin finish to the neck and some 90s era decals and a practical single slot bridge and you're away. The results are good: the neck is super smooth and sweet in the hands, the body is light and loud unplugged and you really feel each note you play ringing against your chest. Plugged in, this has a classic bit of JB-grind mixed with an assured, tuneful low end that sits just right. The black finish has a few little marks including some unusual little bubbles in the finish, but that kinda adds to the vibe of a cool 20+ year old gig machine. This one has just been fully fret dressed and setup by out local luthier, so it's playing extra slick. All up: it goes about it's business as a quiet achiever and will have you enjoying yourself instantly.
Model: Fender Jazz Bass, J-Craft Standard (JB-45J)
Made: Japan, 1997-00 (serial O026494)
Finish: black, 1-ply white guard
Body: basswood
Weight: 3.990kg
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 34" scale, 7.25" radius, 38mm nut, C-shape
Mods: new control plate, knobs, pots and jack installed
Pickups: Fender Japan JB Single x2
Case: none
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has minor marks on the end. The neck has no major marks. The back has some light scuffs around the body and some unusual small bubbling marks in the top and bottom corners. The sides have a few dimples near the jack and some scuffs on the bottom horn and elbow area. The front has more of the small bubble marks in the elbow area and top horn, as well as some scuffs near the controls and bridge and play wear on the guard and top horn. Overall: good condition (7/10).
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good. Frets are freshly dressed, levelled and dressed, so there's some height gone but no buzz issues, 8/10 for fret life. All electrics tested and working properly. Set up with fresh 45/105 strings.