gary mac Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Actually NBD was last week but I've been away for the weekend, so it's a bit late. I wasn't planning to post this up but have been encouraged to do so by Discreet. So for the Fender fans, check out the pics down below. Although P basses are really my thing, I periodically find myself hankering after a Jazz bass. Every couple of years or so I've tended to cave in, buy one, play it for a few months and then move it on and return to my P basses. My past J bass purchases have mostly been Squiers, so I thought it was time to try a Fender. My preference is for old Fenders, so I started looking out for a 60's one. Anyway I spotted this one from 1973 and decided to go for it. It's all original (other than the pup cover) including the case. So far I'm very happy with it. I've set it up to my liking and it plays very well. The neck is lovely, with the added bonus of being block and bound, which I've always liked the look of. Fret work is great and no dead spots. I've only played it amplified at lounge volume, so I'm really looking forward to trying it through my rig in the not too distant. Right enough waffle, here are the pics: [url="https://flic.kr/p/sLnxpL"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/sNGaQi"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/sNudS5"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/sNu1by"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/sNFKmx"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/rRRrFk"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/sLkwCu"][/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rumple Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Very nice indeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That's pretty clean, very nice Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That looks a cracker Gary stick with it, they don't come around often in that condition have you got TI Jazz Flats on there yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiliwailer Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That looks lovely Gary, nice one! (The natural headstock ageing is delicious ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That`s a beauty Gary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 Thanks Gents [quote name='KiOgon' timestamp='1432044115' post='2777498'] That looks a cracker Gary stick with it, they don't come around often in that condition have you got TI Jazz Flats on there yet? [/quote] It has got flats on John but I've no idea which variety. They have a mauve colour silk winding, as can be seen in the headstock pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 [quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1432050661' post='2777584'] Thanks Gents It has got flats on John but I've no idea which variety. They have a mauve colour silk winding, as can be seen in the headstock pic. [/quote]GHS Precision Flats have purple top & none at the bridge but I don't think your's look like them https://www.dropbox.com/s/ng1eaevoaqzicw7/2015-05-19%2017.09.10.jpg?dl=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinB Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That is a thing of beauty and I do not, in any way, covet it. Not one little bit. At all. No. *sigh* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drax Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 What a beauty, looks played and cared for. 4 bolt too Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 (edited) A superb period Jazz indeed. I'm particularly drooling over the pickguard, Really lovely lush bit of proper tort, that is! Edited May 20, 2015 by discreet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Sam Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That's a beauty Gary, GLWTS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madshadows Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Fantastic bass, congrats John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTB Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Wow! Congrats indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisheth Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 That is absolutely beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweedledum Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 VERY fine example of a 70s 4-bolt Jazz! Beautiful indeed. Is the neck straight? (My '74 4-bolt had quite a ski jump....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 I am not jealous I am not jealous I am not jealous I am not jealous Really I'm not ... Liking the dings and wear spots You sir, are a lucky b'stard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted May 20, 2015 Author Share Posted May 20, 2015 [quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1432105976' post='2778102'] I am not jealous I am not jealous I am not jealous I am not jealous Really I'm not ... Liking the dings and wear spots You sir, are a lucky b'stard [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted May 20, 2015 Author Share Posted May 20, 2015 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1432054045' post='2777628'] A superb period Jazz indeed. I'm particularly drooling over the pickguard, Really lovely lush bit of proper tort, that is! [/quote] We love a bit of lush tort [quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1432059460' post='2777730'] That's a beauty Gary, GLWTS. [/quote] Yes I suspect it will go to make way for another P at some point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerster135 Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 That's such a lovely, classic-looking example Gary! Good buy How's the weight? Put my 75 on the scales the other day, and it came in at 5.6kg ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 I'm not a fan of tort pickguards but this looks stunning... wonderful classic colour combination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redstriper Posted May 20, 2015 Share Posted May 20, 2015 Nice looking bass, the strings could be Pyramid Golds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted May 21, 2015 Author Share Posted May 21, 2015 [quote name='Tweedledum' timestamp='1432103407' post='2778081'] VERY fine example of a 70s 4-bolt Jazz! Beautiful indeed. Is the neck straight? (My '74 4-bolt had quite a ski jump....) [/quote] Neck is all good, I'm pleased to say. [quote name='bakerster135' timestamp='1432131115' post='2778438'] That's such a lovely, classic-looking example Gary! Good buy How's the weight? Put my 75 on the scales the other day, and it came in at 5.6kg ... [/quote] The weight is 9lb 6oz so I should find it comfy to gig with. [quote name='redstriper' timestamp='1432132209' post='2778450'] Nice looking bass, the strings could be Pyramid Golds [/quote] Thanks for that redstriper, whatever they are, so far I really like them, for the lovely smoothness under the finger tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlatEric Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Oooooo! Very Nice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeyfivebags Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 [quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1432105976' post='2778102'] I am not jealous I am not jealous I am not jealous I am not jealous Really I'm not ... Liking the dings and wear spots You sir, are a lucky b'stard [/quote] +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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