Paul S Posted September 8, 2013 Posted September 8, 2013 (edited) I have tried to sell this a few times and each time I have taken it out of the case to take pictures I put it away again. but this time it is going. No, I really mean it. Fender Power Jazz Bass Special in pearl white, maple neck with rosewood board and black headstock. Black hardware. Made in Fuji-gen 1984-1987, just about the time when they were (arguably) making the best basses in the world. At the time I believe this was something of a departure for fender - it was a Precision body with Jazz neck (reinforced with carbon fibre - you can see that on the headstock) PJ pickups and active preamp that does all sorts of nice things. Here is a link to the fender owners manual [url="http://support.fender.com/manuals/instruments/Power_Jazz_Bass_Japan_(1987"]http://support.fende...ass_Japan_(1987[/url])_manual.pdf and here a good diagram that explains what it all does from Talkbass [url="http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f38/active-power-jazz-bass-special-fender-192864/#post7894267"]http://www.talkbass....64/#post7894267[/url] It is in incredibly good condition. I won't say mint because it isn't mint, but it is near museum piece quality. I have taken a pic of the biggest dink to the paintwork, the rest is ok - a little buckle rash but nothing major. The white paint finish has aged to a lovely pale cream. The maple has hat golden patina that only age can do. I don't think this was standard issue but at some point the pups have been changed to Seymour Duncan Basslines. To put it bluntly, it is a rock monster. Absolutely fantastic, a joy to play - push it and the grit gets gritty. Isolate the P pup and it sounds precision-y, but harder. Blend the pups and it is made to rock and roll. I put some DR Highbeams on it and they are just at that nice point when they are worn it but still loads of oomph. [s]At the moment it is sporting a (black) Hipshot detuner and a Gotoh 201 bridge - this is black chrome rather than solid black. I can sell it with these on or return to stock.[/s] The reason I am selling it is that, at nearly 10lbs, it is too heavy for me to wear for any length of time. And I have too many basses - one or more have to go so it is going to be this one. Price. returned to stock (well, as I got it) with the normal tuner and BBOT bridge back on it, £400. [s]With Hipshot detuner £430. With Gotoh Bridge £450.[/s] It comes with a perfectly serviceable ABS case with a few dings. Fully insured overnight courier would be £25, pick up from Benfleet in Essex or I can meet half way or deliver within reason for fuel cost. I'll be bringing it with me to the SE Bass Bash, which would make an ideal opportunity to pay for and collect it.... Edit - just a thought - I would trade this for a TC Electronics RH450 and footswitch. [attachment=143366:Fender PJBS 006.JPG][attachment=143367:Fender PJBS 001.JPG][attachment=143368:Fender PJBS 004.JPG][attachment=143369:Fender PJBS 005.JPG][attachment=143370:Fender PJBS 003.JPG][attachment=143371:Fender PJBS 002.JPG] Edited October 10, 2013 by Paul S
Oopsdabassist Posted September 9, 2013 Posted September 9, 2013 I don't suppose that detuner is a BT7 by any chance?
Oopsdabassist Posted September 9, 2013 Posted September 9, 2013 Indeed, but 10lbs is too heavy for me
Paul S Posted September 9, 2013 Author Posted September 9, 2013 Sadly, too heavy for me otherwise it wouldn't be going anywhere. I truly don't think I could get such a good bass in such good condition for the money. Yes, absolutely Duff-tastic! The one they based his sig model on, I suppose. But better and cheaper Detuner is a BT2.
mikeh Posted September 10, 2013 Posted September 10, 2013 Would you sell the detuner on its own? Could do with it for my power jazz special.
Paul S Posted September 10, 2013 Author Posted September 10, 2013 Yes, I would, although probably for a little bit more than £30 - say £40 posted? I bought it new to put on there and it is still in very good nick.
Gust0o Posted September 10, 2013 Posted September 10, 2013 There are times when I believe I am punishing myself with my recent one-in, one-out policy - and this is one of them, love it
Paul S Posted September 11, 2013 Author Posted September 11, 2013 [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1378843595' post='2205539'] There are times when I believe I am punishing myself with my recent one-in, one-out policy - and this is one of them, love it [/quote] You could always make it more of a guideline than a policy?... Looks like the de-tuner is sold (thanks Mike). When I take that off I'll change the bridge, too, so it will be back to the BBOT. Also - I won't be at my pc from early tomorrow until Tuesday in case anyone wants to get in touch. Ta!
Flex Posted September 17, 2013 Posted September 17, 2013 Damn, shame you sold the de tuner that was on it would have taken the bass!,,,, ah well
Paul S Posted September 17, 2013 Author Posted September 17, 2013 You can always buy another to put on it? Just a thought...
Flex Posted September 17, 2013 Posted September 17, 2013 Very true, they are £90 + post to buy so gather your discounting it by £100 then?
Paul S Posted September 17, 2013 Author Posted September 17, 2013 If you excuse my logic, this is a bit like saying 'I would have bought that car but the guy took the go faster stripes off it'! I realise you are joking but, as a general observation, this is a steal at £400 so I am not budging on price
Flex Posted September 17, 2013 Posted September 17, 2013 So having a detuner is not an upgrade? Can't see it? But any way nice bass and good luck
Paul S Posted September 19, 2013 Author Posted September 19, 2013 A quick 'come and see it at the SE Bass Bash on Saturday' type bump. Decided to keep the Gotoh bridge on it, so price includes that plus the original BBOT. Incidentally, it is fitted with Schaller-type strap buttons. Can't find the originals anywhere!
Paul S Posted September 22, 2013 Author Posted September 22, 2013 A post bass bash bump (try saying that after a packet of wine gums) - a bit of interest but it is still here. Someone who had noodled on it for a while commented that he thought it wasn't nearly 10lbs - I have re-weighed it and he is quite right - under 9.5lbs, approx. 4.2kg. Nevertheless I am still selling it! So - £400 including Gotoh bridge and a functional EBS case. Postage £25 extra. UK only.
Lozz196 Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 Glad to have helped out Paul - this is a cracking bass, a really good range of tones available from it, and plays like a dream. I`m surprised it`s over 9lbs, it felt really light when I was playing it.
Paul S Posted September 22, 2013 Author Posted September 22, 2013 So that was you, Lozz! I didn't catch sight of your name sticker. Should have recognised the shiny pate... Yes, got my luggage scales out - not high tech ones but they seem accurate enough. Thanks for that, anyway, a great endorsement from a man who knows his precisions!
Paul S Posted September 24, 2013 Author Posted September 24, 2013 Quick bump as a reminder that I will trade for a TC Electronics RH450 and foot switch with cash adjustment if necessary.
Paul S Posted September 29, 2013 Author Posted September 29, 2013 A quick 'on holiday (again) after the weekend' bump. Get that Duff Mckagan look and sound from a genuine 80s classic!
Paul S Posted October 9, 2013 Author Posted October 9, 2013 And a 'back from holiday and the bass is still here' type bump.
mikeh Posted October 9, 2013 Posted October 9, 2013 I actually can't believe this is still here, amazing basses. And a bargain at this price. My all black one won't be leaving me anytime soon.
Bassdude BE Posted October 9, 2013 Posted October 9, 2013 (edited) Darn, this would be the perfect rock-monster for my new stoner-rock band! Unfortunately i don't have any spare cash lying around at the moment or i would buy this in an instant. Could i tempt you in a trade with my Farida Jazz & Ashdown combo by any chance? The prices would match up nicely.. Edited October 9, 2013 by Bassdude BE
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