(SOLD) Fender Japan ‘62 Reissue Jazz Bass JB62-58 Capri Orange 1997-00
Fender Japan '62 Jazz Bass, capri orange, crafted in Japan 1997-00. Wow, that's very orange! This finish is one of those non-catalog anomalies that pops up every now and again; it's a bold and gregarious colour that's sure to ignite a lot of love (and a little hate, for good measure!) amongst the masses. Aside from the rare finish, this has a lot going for it: it's light, the neck is supremely smooth and agreeable, it's evenly balanced and really is an absolute breeze to play. That leads to an open, bright tone; you're never working too hard, so the nuances of your playing are free to show forth. This has a particular youthful charm; it's very fun to play. If you're tickled by an orange J, don't wait; this is literally the only one we've ever managed to score thus far. Instant sunshine!
Model: Fender Jazz Bass, '62 reissue (JB62-58)
Made: Japan, 1997-2000 (serial O094298, CIJ)
Finish: capri orange (CPO), 3-ply white guard
Body: basswood
Weight: 4.0kg approx
Neck: maple with rosewood board, dot inlays
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan JB Vintage single coils
Case: none
Cosmetic condition notes: mild finish wear. There's a couple of minor marks on the end an bottom edge of the headstock and a couple of minor dimples on the neck. The back of the body has some minor buckle-rash, concentrated mostly near the neck plate but extending back to the edge of the body. There's a pair of minor dents and some light scratches from play on the top horn and the guard. There's some minor marks around the edge on the shoulder-carve area and around from the knobs. There's a couple of pickguard screws missing and one of the machine heads is lightly bent but still fully functional. Overall condition: good (7/10)
Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have some light wear but there's heaps of height and they're nice and even, 7.5/10 for life left. Set up with fresh 45/105s.