(SOLD) Fender Japan ‘62 Jazz Bass JB62-WAL Satin Walnut 2003
Fender '62 Jazz, walnut finish, crafted in Japan 2003. This one is for all our friends who's apartments smell of rich mahogany. This is a very classy item. There's been a few versions of the 'walnut JB' over the years out of Japan, this is later example. This one enjoys a proper ash body and maple neck, all stained to a rich dark walnut hue and finished in satin; from a distance it looks almost black but it's dark-choc flavour comes out up close. The black hardware is an unusual but welcome addition; it looks seriously slick indeed. The ash body lends this a whole heap of punch and grind through the midrange; it's a tight and tidy tone with a whole lot of attack and definition. The satin finish neck is a dream; the slim trad Jazz Bass profile is already quick, with this finish it's just effortless. I really like this, it's a juicy beast.
Model: Fender '62 Reissue Jazz Bass, (JB62-WAL)
Made: Japan, Dyna plant, 2002-4 (serial Q007749)
Finish: walnut stain, finished in satin, 1-ply black guard
Body: ash
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 34" scale, 7.25" radius
Weight: 4.700kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender USA JB-Vintage single coils
Case: none
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some minor dimples on the end and bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, just some glossing from play and light scuffs on the back. The back has a pair of dents around the elbow area, dimples on the bottom horn and light scuffs along the belly carve and back and bottom edges. The sides have minor dimples around the whole body and a minor dent near the jack. The front has a dimple on the back edge near the bridge, scuffs in the elbow area and some play wear on the guard and horns. Overall condition: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have minor wear only, they're looking good, 8/10 for fret life left. Set up with fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.