Fender Jazz Bass 1969-72, Olympic White, Maple Fretboard w/Blocks & Binding
£3150
London

d_g · Tuesday at 15:10

Hi all Reluctant sale of this beautiful bass as it deserves to be played much more than it is by me.

It sounds absolutely stunning, all pots and pickups work great. Loads of zing and top end but also lots of vintage grunt and growl.

I bought this from the bass gallery in 2019.

The bass was refinished before I owned it and has aged beautifully, whether it was reliced or gigged hard I’m not sure, probably the former.

There’s also a slight enlargement of the cavity where it may once have had a preamp, that’s fully covered by the control plate anyway. One pickguard screw hole has been slightly enlarged. This is covered by a metal washer so isn’t noticeable. There is general wear and marks pictured and you’re welcome to view the bass in person in Chessington, Surrey.

The neck plate dates the body to 1970 (or late 1969 according to some serial number lookups). I believe the pickups and pick guard are original. Thumb rest is most likely non original and the pots were replaced early on - they date to 1974. The pickups are 60s spacing which is consistent with the earlier date. Fender switched to the 70s spacing during 1970.

The neck stamp is no longer legible but you can see on the rear the stamp of 'H Torres' who's necks of this era are well respected.It currently has a Hipshot D Tuner fitted but this will be returned to the original Fender stamped tuner for the sale. The neck is solid maple with a walnut insert and walnut headstock plug which fits the date, as Fender moved to the bullet truss rod in 1974. The neck has black blocks and binding only offered from 1970-73.

Any questions, let me know and I will do my best to answer them. I am in no rush to sell and will happily keep it if the right buyer doesn't come along.

Pickup or meet up available in and around Surrey.

I can also meet a buyer in central London. I would rather not post, given the value of this but please get in touch if you’re interested and we can discuss options.

Many thanks

Dan