woodywyatt Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 I'm looking a fitting a new Fretless neck to my old trusty Squier Classic Vibe '70s Jazz Bass. Will any fretless Jazz bass neck fit? Also, any recommendations on the best place to buy one? Cheers folks đ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 17 minutes ago, woodywyatt said: I'm looking a fitting a new Fretless neck to my old trusty Squier Classic Vibe '70s Jazz Bass. Will any fretless Jazz bass neck fit? Also, any recommendations on the best place to buy one? Cheers folks đ  No, not any neck will fit, but certainly most will, especially aftermarket necks by Mighty Mite, Allparts, Warmoth (they are to my mind the best brands although Fender aftermarket are also reasonably priced) because they are made to retro fit to Fender, but not all neck will. But before deciding also check your neck pocket is standard Fender fit. Good luck, fretless is fun đ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodywyatt Posted March 24, 2023 Author Share Posted March 24, 2023 Thanks for the info. I'll check it out. I've had a couple of fretless bass's before. Foolishly sold them.. usual story đ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 3 minutes ago, woodywyatt said: I've had a couple of fretless bass's before. Foolishly sold them.. usual story đ I suspect that you're among friends  1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 Critical measurements - neck pocket, number of frets, scale. Â Beware of de-fretted necks - anybody with a pair of pliers and a screwdriver can butcher a fretted neck. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waddycall Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 (edited) I fitted one of these to my squire jazz body - https://www.dv247.com/en_GB/GBP/Goeldo-NJFLF-Fretless-Neck-for-4-String-Jazz-Bass-Rosewood-/art-GIT0009714-000 Â It has side dots on the usual fret positions 3,5,7, etc. Theyâre on the note position not between them like a fretted neck. It didnât come with a nut. Seems like a really good quality neck. Iâve been playing it with round wounds for over a year now and thereâs not too much fretboard marking. before this one I fitted the standard fender neck but I really disliked the colour of the fingerboard and wanted to try an unlined fingerboard. Turns out itâs not much different. by the way it dropped straight in. I think the body is a classic vibe 70âs but not sure. Â Edited March 25, 2023 by Waddycall 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralf1e Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 (edited) 18 hours ago, TheGreek said: Critical measurements - neck pocket, number of frets, scale.  Beware of de-fretted necks - anybody with a pair of pliers and a screwdriver can butcher a fretted neck. This for sure. Measure the depth of the neck pocket as well as the thickness of the heel of the neck to help buy something that will give you a good action without a load of mods. Also check if your neck heel is curved or straight to be sure you get the correct type. Have fun Edited March 25, 2023 by Ralf1e Added info Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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