(SOLD) Fender Aerodyne Jazz Bass AJB-65 Old Candy Apple Red 2003
Fender Aerodyne Jazz Bass, old candy apple red, crafted in Japan 2006-8. The Aerodyne J is a certified Fender Japan classic; they always turn heads in the shop and are just just a great player's bass. The combo of a carved, bound top with the matching headstock and classic J-curves make for a very slick look. The neck is slim and finished in slick satin, which paired with the lightweight ergonomically friendly body, makes for an easy playing feel. The tone is a slightly more scooped and modern take on the classic Jazz punch. There's plenty of variation on offer via the P/J setup, it's a handy little combo. The red looks great in the flesh, it's spicy visual biscuit indeed. You can't lose, right?
Model: Fender Aerodyne Jazz Bass (AJB-65)
Made: Japan, 2002-4 (serial Q095538)
Finish: old candy apple red (OCR), gloss poly
Body: basswood
Weight: 4.420kg
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 34" scale, 7.25" radius, slim C, 38mm nut
Mods: knobs replaced, CTS pots and orange drop capacitor installed, control plate replaced
Pickup: Fender Japan PB-single (neck), JB-Single (bridge)
Case: basic non-original gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some minor dimples on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, very minor dimples on the back only. The back has some light scuffs on the top horn and bottom edge. The sides have very light scuffs on both horns and some dimples near the knobs. The front has some dimples in the elbow area and near the knobs, scuffs behind the bridge and some light play wear on the guard and horns. Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. The frets are in great shape, 9/10 for fret life left. Set up with fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.