Fender JMJ Mustang Bass, black, made in Mexico 2023.  Justin Meldal-Johnsen has covered a lot of ground in his illustrious career, with some big credits as a bassist and MD for Beck, St Vincent and more. This is a great bass, there's a lot to love. The basic format is taken from a mid sixties Mustang bass, so you get the cool short 30" scale, a slim neck, vintage-style bridge and the trad split mini single coil pickup. There's a couple of fun more modern additions to the mix too: a 9.5" radius, a thumb rest and a cool pre-worn nitro finish. It adds up nicely in the hands: the lightweight body is perfectly weighted, the neck is comfy and effortless and the tone just works. Plugged in, it's thick, thumpy and round with a short sustain, perfect for indie, surf or punk stuff. It came in wearing flatwounds, so we left those on as that matched the vibe perfectly. This has a bit more pizzazz and mojo than other short scale models kicking around, so nab yourself a winner while it's going. 

Model: Fender JMJ Road Worn Mustang Bass
Made: Mexico, 2023
Serial: MX23131232
Finish: satin black nitro, 3-ply white pearl guard
Body: alder
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 9.5" radius, 30" scale
Weight: 3.585kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender split single coil
Accessories: basic gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: relic finish wear. The headstock has relic wear. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear on the back only. The body has relic wear from factory as well as minor rub wear from play
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)

Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing recent flatwound strings strings.
Fret life: 9/10, minor wear only