Tradfusion Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 (edited) I have major GAS for a 70's Precision and have a chance of a lovely one if I sell my 74 Jazz bass, so here goes... 3 tone burst on Alder body, weight on my scales is 9.5lbs, as the photos clearly show this bass has been well played, but I am just the second owner. 4 bolt maple neck with blocks and binding. Plenty of paint wear and little dings on the body, which just add to the character of this old workhorse but nothing major really, neck is straight and true, some fretwear but still very playable for a long time yet... bridge pickup was changed ages ago when it got a bit weak, but I still have it and will include it with the sale, neck pickup is original and working 100%. The bridge is not original but is the correct replacement from Fender, and the nut is a brass one which was installed by the original owner in the 80's when that fad was all in... doesnt change the original tone to my ears to be honest, pick guard is original. Tone is typical of this era Fender Jazz, warm and growly with lovely slap tone when the neck p/u is rolled off about half way... Weight is very manageable and this is a very comfy bass to play... not really interested in trades unless its an even nicer 70's Precision than the 72 beauty I'm looking at!! Feel free to ask any questions I havent answered... non original hard case in fair condition included.... I have been checking out the prices on these and I think about £1800 seems a fair price ... bass is in Ireland but shipping to the UK or Europe isnt a problem, it seems to be about 50 quid to ship to the UK, Europe is slightly more...shipping in Ireland is free on collection!! [attachment=35666:74_jazz.JPG] [attachment=35667:body_front.JPG] [attachment=35669:headstock__2_.JPG] [attachment=35668:serial_number.JPG] [attachment=35670:Jazz_Body_back.JPG] [attachment=35672:brass_nut.JPG] Edited December 22, 2009 by Tradfusion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Wow thats gorgeous, ive always wanted a 74 jazz (same age as me) especially with a maple neck, im a very skint man so its out of the question, big bump for a stunning bass - lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjohn Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Nice bass that. Considering I don't usually like maple boards on jazzes. Nor Sunbusts really... hmmm. Nice bass that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Now who was it that was recently looking to chuck a wedge of cash at a 60's/70's bass? If I was selling this bass I'd do a bit of research as I'm sure someone on here was looking for just this kind of thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 [quote name='warwickhunt' post='644807' date='Nov 3 2009, 10:46 PM']Now who was it that was recently looking to chuck a wedge of cash at a 60's/70's bass? If I was selling this bass I'd do a bit of research as I'm sure someone on here was looking for just this kind of thing! [/quote] IIRC Happy Jack was looking in this area, although he is not the biggest fan of mojo on a bass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 [quote name='Clarky' post='644812' date='Nov 3 2009, 10:48 PM']IIRC Happy Jack was looking in this area, although he is not the biggest fan of mojo on a bass![/quote] Ah Ha! That sounds about right, but it's considerably within his remit and budget... calling 'Happy Jack'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 (edited) Just been having a sniff around this one - now on my radar BUT it's not all-original, it's pretty roadworn, and it's a tad heavy for me. I've currently got a couple of 69's in my sights ... erm ... perhaps I could have phrased that a bit better ... :blush: or rather :brow: ... so I'll see how they turn out before re-visiting this one. Edited November 13, 2009 by Happy Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tradfusion Posted November 6, 2009 Author Share Posted November 6, 2009 pm's replied... bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tradfusion Posted November 9, 2009 Author Share Posted November 9, 2009 try another bump, ebay looming.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tradfusion Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 Still available, sale or trade for a nice 70's Precision... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tradfusion Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share Posted November 30, 2009 Sorted on the Precision.... FOR SALE BUMP!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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