Up for sale is a well-played and great-sounding 1983 Fender Jazz Bass, a classic instrument from the transitional era just before the Fullerton reissues took center stage. This bass has been fully tested and professionally set up — it plays smoothly and delivers the signature punchy Jazz Bass tone.
Key Features:
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Body: Ash, with natural resonance and balanced weight (9.4 lbs)
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Neck: Maple neck and fretboard for a bright, articulate tone
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Pickups: Upgraded with active EMG pickups, requiring a battery (original pickups not included)
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Neck Plate: 4-bolt neck plate — a notable change from the typical 3-bolt plates of this period
- Finish: This bass is finished in a beautiful Sienna Sunburst
Condition:
This bass shows honest wear from years of use:
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Fretwear is present and the frets could use some cleaning, but they remain fully playable
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Cosmetic wear includes dings, dents, and a noticeable paint chip on the back at the belly contour
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No case included
Despite the wear, the bass feels solid and sounds excellent. It has that unmistakable Jazz Bass feel with the added clarity and punch of the EMG pickups.
This is likely one of the last Standard Jazz Basses produced before Fender’s shift to the American Vintage reissues in the mid-'80s, making it a great piece for collectors and players alike.
