USED Fender / 1973 Jazz Bass 3-Tone Sunburst [11]

This 1973 Fender Jazz Bass captivates with its vintage-inspired, commanding presence.
It features a classic specification: a neck with a rosewood fingerboard, block inlays, and binding, paired with a 3-Tone Sunburst alder body. This instrument bears the impressive patina of years of playing.
The neck heel bears the stamp "7 MAR 73B," and the neck plate serial number "402990" confirms it's a 1973 model. Beyond its block inlay era aesthetics, the continued use of a 4-bolt neck joint is a defining characteristic of this specific production period.The fingerboard features dark-toned rosewood, contributing to a tight, focused appearance that's particularly appealing for a 70s model.

The pickups bear the marking "X7473," suggesting they are the original pickups from that era. The rear pickup, positioned closer to the bridge, delivers tight, fast-attacking low end and a well-defined attack—a quintessential 70s Fender sound character. It makes a strong statement across various genres like rock and funk.

The electronics have been maintained: the pots have been replaced with CTS units, and the capacitors appear to be Orange Drop replacements. The output jack is a Switchcraft jack (cryogenically treated with a D.C.T seal). Additionally, the bridge has been upgraded to a gold Badass II, providing practical improvements like enhanced sustain and more stable string vibration.

The finish shows significant wear from years of use, with extensive wood exposure on the body top. The back also bears wear from belt buckles, showcasing natural player's wear throughout. Combined with the faded 3-Tone Sunburst color, it presents a look radiating the strong presence unique to vintage instruments.
Additionally, the metal parts like the bridge and tuners show age-induced tarnish and rust, lending it the dignified character unique to an instrument that has endured many years.

Weight is approximately 4.22kg. This instrument combines authentic aging that speaks to its history of being played by a player for many years with practicality, allowing you to fully appreciate the charm of a vintage 70s Fender Jazz Bass.
A shim has been added because the string height cannot be lowered completely due to the bridge replacement.
Due to the wood of the fingerboard shrinking, there is a slight gap between the inlay and the fingerboard.
The 1st string tuning peg is slightly stiff.
The neck shows slight warping, and a faint buzz may be audible during strong picking when played unplugged. However, the amplified sound is perfectly playable.
Condition Grade: B: Significant scratches & wear present, but no issues for normal use.

Serial Number: 402990
Year of Manufacture: 1973
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Hard case
Weight: 4.22kg
Truss Rod: Note: Rod checked to 60 degrees left and right, no issues (slight warping present)
Fret Wear: No issues; sufficient fret height remains
String Height (Low String Side): 2.5mm at 12th fret
String Height (High-String Side): 2.0mm above the 12th fret
Nut width: 38.1mm
Neck Thickness Near 1st Fret: 20.9mm
Neck Thickness Near 12th Fret: 24.7mm
Scale length: 864mm (34")
Fingerboard radius: 184mm (7.25")
Strings at setup: D'Addario EXL165 / .045-.105 set
Repair/Maintenance: Cleaning, String Replacement, Truss Rod Adjustment, Octave Adjustment, String Height Adjustment, Electrical Repair, Binding

* As this is a used item, please note that there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections not easily visible in photos or listed above.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining frets, string height, etc., were taken by our staff during setup. These values may change due to environmental factors like climate and humidity.
These values are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee that the instrument will have the same measurements upon arrival.

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