{"title":"Bass Guitars","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"24050-fender-precision-bass-candy-apple-red-1966-usa","title":"Fender Precision Bass | Candy Apple Red | USA | 1966","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/x0ezo2kuJU8?si=5wxKRgPBMBlBoWHh\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate working man’s bass. This simple and timeless design stands up today as being the definitive “do it all” instrument for bass guitarists. Resplendent in original, unaltered candy apple red with authentic patina, this vintage original 1966 P is a seriously eye catching instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1966 Fender were still using stores of high quality, light, resonant alder bodies, rigid maple necks, nitro finish and Brazilian rosewood fretboards. It was only some years after later that we started to see heavier instruments with thick poly coatings and some interesting new designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrung up with flat wounds, this bass has a powerful and focused sound with excellent warmth and definition. The neck has a comfortable medium C profile and 7”1\/4 fretboard radius. With a little relief in the neck the action sits at 3mm on the 12th fret. An older refret, there is plenty of life left in the medium jumbo frets and the rosewood fretboard is in good shape with virtually no finger indentations. At 4.1kg this bass well balanced with pleasing acoustic resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is very little damage to this instrument aside from finish wear. There are no substantial dings or any cracks in the body or neck. The bridge was swapped many years ago for a badass bass II. This required no modification to the body, as it uses the original mounting screw orientation. The pickguard has been replaced - possibly to conceal the finger rest screw holes. The output jack has also been replaced. The back of the neck has been professionally oversprayed some decades ago, likely at the time of its frets being replaced. The original bridge cover and pickup cover are long gone, as is often the case with basses that have seen regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOther than whats mentioned, this instrument presents as original. One great sounding vintage P bass pickup with a resistance of 9.73k ohms, and fully functional original tone and volume pots with 1966 date stamps. Comes with original Fender hard shell case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an exceptional bass that has appeal for collectors and professional musicians alike. And yes, it sounds as good as it looks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e____________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Fender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: Precision Bass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry: USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear: 1966\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial: 12XXXX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase: OHSC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody Colour: Candy Apple Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Colour: Natural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish Type: Nitro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFretboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 34”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrets: 20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Radius: 7” 1\/4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAction (Low E): 3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeck Profile: Med C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 43.1mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12th Fret Width: 56.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1st Fret Depth: 19.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12th Fret Depth: 25.1mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickups: Original\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResistance: 9.73k\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 4.04kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics: Original\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnobs: Original\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41636009836606,"sku":"24050","price":12565.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7489\/2350\/files\/FenderPrecisionBass1966CandyAppleRed17_394068c0-134e-4bc8-b58b-7260577c4486.jpg?v=1742180515"},{"product_id":"fender-jazz-bass-off-white-1983","title":"Fender Jazz Bass '62 Reissue | Olympic White | USA | 1983","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere is a fine vintage 1983 Fender Jazz Bass - 1962 slab board reissue in aged Olympic White. Made in the USA as part of the renowned Fullerton era reissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1983, Fender were winding down their operations in Fullerton California. CBS sold Fender back to its employees in 1985, however the Fender factory in the original location of Fullerton California was sold separately. Early 80s \"Dan Smith Era\" instruments represent a return to vintage Fender quality and were made in the same factory as the originals, before manufacturing moved to Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis, like many of the early 80s Fender reissues features the CBS style logo rather than the vintage Fender \"spaghetti\" logo. It features a 62 style \"Slab\" board. The tan lines under the pick guard show significant yellowing over the years, giving this instrument a decidedly vintage look. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass features original circuitry and hardware, with chrome stacked knobs, replacement 3 ply tortoiseshell pick guard and single coil pickups reading 6.9k ohms at the neck and 7.2k ohms at the bridge. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck of this bass is slim and fast. 38.7mm nut width and a neck depth of 20mm at the first fret give this bass a very easy playing experience. The original reverse wound tuners have been replaced with later style forward winding tuners. One additional screw hole has been made to fasten each tuner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustability in the truss rod has been improved by adding a spacer under the truss rod nut. The replacement pickguard holes don't all line up perfectly, as such some holes have been relocated. There are also two \"tug bar\" holes on the body. The pickgard does not have these holes, so we know this is a replacement pickguard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in its classic Fender tweed case, this vintage Fullerton made American Fender Jazz Bass marks an important era in the history of Fender and is both a collector piece and a serious contender for the working musician. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBrand: Fender\u003cbr\u003eModel: Jazz Bass ’62 Reissue - Slab board\u003cbr\u003eCountry: USA\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1983\u003cbr\u003eSerial: V008XXX\u003cbr\u003eCase: Tweed\u003cbr\u003eBody Colour: Aged white\u003cbr\u003eNeck Colour: Natural\u003cbr\u003eFinish Type: Lacquer\u003cbr\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003cbr\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Material: Rosewood (slab)\u003cbr\u003eScale Length: 34”\u003cbr\u003eFrets: 20\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Radius: 7.25”\u003cbr\u003eAction (Low E): 2.5mm\u003cbr\u003eNeck Profile: C\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 38.7mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Width: 56.2mm\u003cbr\u003e1st Fret Depth: 20mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Depth: 22.1mm\u003cbr\u003ePickups: Single coil\u003cbr\u003eResistance: Neck: 6.9k, Bridge: 7.2k\u003cbr\u003eElectronics: Original\u003cbr\u003eKnobs: Chrome, stacked\u003cbr\u003ePick Guard: 3 ply tortoiseshell\u003cbr\u003eTuners: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4.04kg\u003cbr\u003eMods, Repairs: Repro pickguard, truss rod spacer\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41808842391614,"sku":"","price":3690.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7489\/2350\/files\/1FenderJazzBass1983OffWhite.jpg?v=1750229383"},{"product_id":"fender-jazz-bass-vintage-1964-1971-sunburst-usa","title":"Fender Jazz Bass | Sunburst | USA | 1964\/1971","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere is a truly unique vintage Fender Jazz Bass. This instrument combines a rare 1964 “L Series” Jazz bass neck with Brazilian rosewood fretboard with a solid and well functioning 1971 Fender Jazz bass body. The end result is a killer player grade vintage bass with a whole lot of character and vintage authenticity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass presents in very good condition. The durable poly finish on the body has held up well over the years, despite clear evidence of being played considerably. A 2mm groove has been worn into the front of the bass where the players thumb has rested for countless hours of playing. All the original controls and electrical components are present on the body. The three original Centralab pots all show a date of 1971. We believe these pickups have never been unsoldered from these pots. This indicates that these controls have never been removed from the instrument. This, combined with the poly finish, 11 hole guard, absence of paint nail holes, and the style of burst finish, point to the body as being from 1971. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coolest part of this bass is its neck. A beautiful slim and straight example of pre CBS craftsmanship. The slim “A stamped” Jazz bass neck has a nut width of 38mm and a neck depth of 20.2mm at the first fret give this instrument that slick, easy playing feel that you'd expect from an L series Jazz Bass. This bass has reproduction vintage style reverse wind tuners. The original frets have plenty of life with minimal signs of pitting. Original clay dots are present. This bass has some light pink dot marker paint on the side of the fretboard over the original side dots. This neck has received an overspray a long time ago. There are several chips on the outer layer showing a lighter nitrocellulose lacquer underneath. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass has a reproduction plastic tug bar with new screws. The pickguard is an old 11 hole white three ply guard (11 hole guards were introduced mid 1965), it is likely not original to this sunburst body. The bridge of this bass is also not original to this body, as the threaded saddles were phased out in 1966\/67. It is possible the bridge belonged to the original 1964 body. White guards where typically available on custom colours. There is evidence of different colours inside of the chrome neck plate. At this stage the original colour is purely speculation as there is not enough evidence for us to know for sure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage bridge cover comes with this bass, it does not have the neck pickup cover. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several areas where the black finish has been touched up with a felt tip marker, and give of a distinct purple hue under light. This is most prominently on the outer side of the lower horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 6.5k in the neck and 6.9k in the bridge, these pickups are well balanced. This bass has that classic, punchy “piano” sound with excellent articulation that vintage jazz basses are renowned for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an very cool old jazz bass, constructed with a lot of valuable vintage parts, but offered here at a considerably lower price than an original example. A fascinating vintage puzzle with appeal to players and collectors alike. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBrand: Fender\u003cbr\u003eModel: Jazz Bass\u003cbr\u003eCountry: USA\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1964\/1971\u003cbr\u003eSerial: L25XXX\u003cbr\u003eCase: Stamford\u003cbr\u003eBody Colour: Sunburst\u003cbr\u003eNeck Colour: Natural\u003cbr\u003eFinish Type: Nitro\/Poly\u003cbr\u003eBody Material: Adler\u003cbr\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eScale Length: 34”\u003cbr\u003eFrets: 20\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Radius: 7.25” \u003cbr\u003eAction (Low E): 2.3mm\u003cbr\u003eNeck Profile: Slim “A” Stamp\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 38.1mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Width: 56.1mm \u003cbr\u003e1st Fret Depth: 20.2mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Depth: 25.1mm\u003cbr\u003ePickups: Jazz Single Coil\u003cbr\u003eResistance: N-6.5k, B-6.9k\u003cbr\u003eElectronics: Volume, Volume, Tone\u003cbr\u003eKnobs: Black Plastic\u003cbr\u003ePick Guard: White 3 ply\u003cbr\u003eTuners: Chrome, Reverse wind\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.95kg\u003cbr\u003eMods, Repairs: 1964 “L Series Jazz Bass neck on 1971 Body. Nitro neck with overspray, poly body. Original controls,\u003cbr\u003eNotes: no evidence of soldering in control cavity helps confirm this body is of 1971 vintage, as the controls have never been removed. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41820462514238,"sku":"","price":11664.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7489\/2350\/files\/1FenderJazzBass1964_1971Sunburst-USA_925e3a47-1bd3-4d92-9598-95da3acd62e7.jpg?v=1750909336"},{"product_id":"fender-precision-bass-fretless-natural-refin-1962-usa","title":"Fender Precision Fretless Bass | Natural | USA | 1962","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very interesting piece. This instrument started out its life as a 1962 Fender Precision bass in sunburst finish. Somewhere along the way, this instrument has experienced a comprehensive makeover, making it a truly unique, player grade vintage fretless bass. The fretless bass didn’t exist in 1962. It wasn’t, for the most part until the late 60s when fretless basses began to appear, bridging a gap between the articulation of the fretted instruments and warm expressiveness of an upright bass. In the 1970s the fretless bass craze began to emerge in a large part due to the incredible bass work of Jaco Pastorius. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass plays well as a fretless. The original Brazilian rosewood “slab” fretboard has been planed down for a smooth playing surface and has a 1st fret depth of 17.3mm and a nice wide nut width of 43.6mm. You can see in later pictures how thin the edges of this slab board are. There is evidence to suggest a refret was carried out at some stage after the board had been thinned out. This is shown by the unusually deep fret tangs in the upper register - going quite far into the maple neck from the mid range up to the 20th fret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass was refinished in gloss polyurethane some time ago, which shows deep finish checking. Evidence of the original sunburst finish is shown in the neck pocket. The neck has a glossy headstock face with a reproduction period correct decal over the top (you can just see the footprint of the original decal, offset by about 1.5mm). The back of the neck\/headstock has been buffed, as evidenced by cutting compound in the hootenanny button hole (headstock strap button). The thin neck finish has a nice vintage feel without the poly “stickiness” that some refinished basses experience. Original heal date stamp shows thicker finish with original nitro in tact around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck pocket of this bass shows the shadow of the 'mounting stick' used to paint these instruments, which began to appear in late 1962, we also have some nail holes in the treble cutaway, at the bridge and the control cavity next to the volume knob. There is no date markings in the pickup cavity, as they have been removed with the refinish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass also sports a WD enterprises tortoiseshell pick guard (held in with hum bucker mount screws), replacement tug bar and an after market late 60s style bridge with brass saddles and metric grub screws. The pickup appears to be original with black bobbins, with original cloth wire, brass base and a healthy 11.07k resistance. Volume and tone pots have been replaced. Fender used “reverse wound” tuners up until approximately 1966. The tuners on this instrument have been replaced with later model, forward winding tuners. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument comes with a late 1960s vintage Fender case with a chain handle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAside from the substantial modifications, this is still very nice, light, resonant pre CBS, Pre L series Fender Precision bass. A truly unique fretless conversion that can be either enjoyed as is, or restored to its former glory. Either way, this is a one of a kind and affordable foray into the world of pre CBS Fender basses, with a heck of a story to tell. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBrand: Fender\u003cbr\u003eModel: Precision Bass (Fretless conversion)\u003cbr\u003eCountry: USA\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1962\u003cbr\u003eSerial: 30XXX\u003cbr\u003eCase: Fender Hard Shell\u003cbr\u003eBody Colour: Natural\u003cbr\u003eNeck Colour: Natural\u003cbr\u003eFinish Type: Poly Refin\u003cbr\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003cbr\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eScale Length: 34”\u003cbr\u003eFrets: N\/A\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Radius: 7 1\/4”\u003cbr\u003eAction (Low E): 3mm\u003cbr\u003eNeck Profile: Slim C\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 43.6mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Width: 57.8mm\u003cbr\u003e1st Fret Depth: 17.3mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Depth: 23.5mm\u003cbr\u003ePickups: Split Single\u003cbr\u003eResistance: 11.07k\u003cbr\u003eElectronics: Modified\u003cbr\u003eKnobs: Vol\/Tone\u003cbr\u003ePick Guard: Tortoiseshell\u003cbr\u003eTuners: Fender, post 1966\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.37kg\u003cbr\u003eMods, Repairs: Refinish (clear poly), replaced tuners, replaced volume and tone pots, replaced pick guard, bridge, converted to fretless\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41841917689918,"sku":"25018","price":8890.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7489\/2350\/files\/1FenderPrecisionBass-Fretless-NaturalRefin-1962-USA.jpg?v=1752129984"},{"product_id":"vintage-fender-precision-bass-1962-1968-sunburst","title":"Fender Precision Bass | Sunburst | USA | 1962\/1968","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere is a beautiful, clean looking vintage 1962 Fender Precision bass. This is a solid, structurally sound and excellent performing vintage Fender that can be had for considerably less than the majority of pre CBS, pre L Series Fender basses on the market. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass has had a few modifications that detract from originality, yet make this a solid player grade option. Early in this instrument’s life (we believe 1970s) this bass has received a replacement neck. Why? We don’t know. All we know is that it feels excellent - nice and straight, with a solid, slightly chunky feel to it. It has had a refret with big, fat 2.9mm jumbo frets with plenty of life in them, and a set of forward winding Fender brand tuners. These tuners were installed sometime later. The “R” trademark appeared after 1976 and these tuners occupy a slightly different footprint to the ones previously on this bass. Heavy checking on the headstock shows this is a nitro finish - which was phased out in favour of the less desirable polyurethane in 1968. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body of this bass is very clean - in no small part contributed to by an early clear overspray. This is evidenced by very subtle signs of drip in the upper neck pocket, as well as some light scuffs on the wood that have been painted over and are smooth to the touch. Again - this was done a long time ago. Some paint scratches have on the black edges have been ‘touched up’ by permanent marker at some stage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass arrived to us with an original vintage Fender black bobbin pickup which we believe to be original to this guitar. The treble side pickup bobbin was reading high resistance - this was attributed to coil corrosion and needed to be rewound. Some poor quality solder on the potentiometers and the pickup itself suggest previous failed attempts to repair this pickup. We enlisted the services of highly reputable Slider’s Pickups (who famously make pickups for Nacho Banos - world renowned guitar builder and writer of “The Black Guard” book). The coil was rewound with vintage accurate 42 gauge plain enamel wire and new foam risers. The new winding is both a visual and sonic perfect match for the original bass side of the pickup and sounds excellent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal pots both show manufacture dates of early 1962. Nail holes from pre 1963 painting methods are all where they should be, as well as clear pencil ’62 marking in the pickup cavity. Lack of paint stick outline in the neck pocket is also correct for this time period. Neck plate serial 74XXX is also from 1962. Comes with an early 1970s Fender case. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fantastic playing, great sounding, super clean player-grade vintage ’62 Fender Precision that can be had for a great price. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBrand: Fender\u003cbr\u003eModel: Precision Bass\u003cbr\u003eCountry: USA\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1962\/1968\u003cbr\u003eSerial: 74XXX\u003cbr\u003eCase: Vintage HSC\u003cbr\u003eBody Colour: Sunburst\u003cbr\u003eNeck Colour: Natural\u003cbr\u003eFinish Type: Nitro\u003cbr\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003cbr\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Material: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eScale Length: 34”\u003cbr\u003eFrets: 20\u003cbr\u003eFretboard Radius: 7 1\/4” \u003cbr\u003eAction (Low E): 3mm\u003cbr\u003eNeck Profile: C\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 41.3mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Width: 58mm\u003cbr\u003e1st Fret Depth: 21.5mm\u003cbr\u003e12th Fret Depth: 24.2mm\u003cbr\u003ePickups: Vintage - Black bobbin\u003cbr\u003eResistance: 10.6k\u003cbr\u003eElectronics: Vol\/Tone\u003cbr\u003eKnobs: Chrome\u003cbr\u003ePick Guard: Vintage tortoiseshell\u003cbr\u003eTuners: Replacement Fender forward winding\u003cbr\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4.2kg\u003cbr\u003eMods, Repairs: Replacement neck, refret, replacement tuners, rewound treble side pickup coil, early overspray \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41873379819582,"sku":null,"price":12490.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7489\/2350\/files\/1VintageFenderPrecisionBass1962Sunburst_4d9ad831-ddf6-462f-8d70-f92402cc1206.jpg?v=1772596443"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/7489\/2350\/collections\/1954-Fender-Precision.jpg?v=1781696967","url":"https:\/\/fretboardjungle.com\/ja\/collections\/bass-guitars.oembed","provider":"Fretboard Jungle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}