Jazz Bass from the very last production era in the legendary factory in Fullerton, California. Dan Smith's arrival at Fender in the early 1980s did not reverse the loss-making fortunes of the CBS-owned brand, but there were still some very good quality instruments produced before the factory closed and ownership changed hands. It is the uplift in quality that characterizes the brief "Dan Smith era" (circa 1981-1983), from which this Jazz Bass is drawn. The model at this time received an added bolt to the neck joint, a solid white pickguard, white pickup covers and upgraded lighter tuning machines.
The bass has a maple neck and an ash or alder body (alder is more likely). The fingerboard still has a vintage 7.5" radius.
This particular example is in original condition except for the potentiometers, jack output and control knobs being replaced.
This is a BAZAAR VAT item. It is being sold with the vintage case.
The bass has a maple neck and an ash or alder body (alder is more likely). The fingerboard still has a vintage 7.5" radius.
This particular example is in original condition except for the potentiometers, jack output and control knobs being replaced.
This is a BAZAAR VAT item. It is being sold with the vintage case.
Specifications
- Year of Manufacture: 1983
- Electronics: Passive
- Number of Strings: 4
- Hard Case: Yes
- Case: No
- Type of Sale: Used
- Country of Production: USA
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