Fender is undoubtedly the number one brand of electric guitars and basses.
It's beloved by countless top artists, including Jaco Pastorious, Marcus Miller, and Geddy Lee. (Titles omitted)
The Jazz Bass was released as a premium model of the Precision Bass.
Its sharp, clear sound is beloved by many bassists, and it continues to enjoy overwhelming support and a shining presence today.
The American Elite series inherits the American Deluxe series, featuring a compact body and a noiseless, powerful active circuit.
The body is made of ash and the fingerboard is maple, reminiscent of 1970s Fenders.
The pickups are the original noiseless pickups.
Due to a defect in the preamp, we replaced it with a Delano SONAR 3 at GIB.
The smooth highs and solid lows are overall very refined.
The tight, clear sound has a different appeal from its successor, the American Ultra.
It has such a refined impression that it can be used as is even with a direct line sound without an amp simulator.
Approximately 75% of the frets remain.
The truss rod is in good condition.
The neck is in a high-rise condition. When adjusted to the current GIB standard of 2.0mm for the 1st string and 2.5mm for the 4th string at the 12th fret, there is some buzzing in the higher positions depending on the picking technique. The nut groove for the 2nd string is slightly low, which can cause buzzing when picked hard.
There are occasional scratches on the body and paint.
The electrical system is in good condition.
A fault was found in the preamp, so it was replaced with a Delano SONAR 3 at GIB. The tuning machine post diameter for the 3rd string is larger, but it was difficult to determine whether this was due to the original design or the replacement.
Controls: Master Volume, Balancer, Middle, Treble/Bass, Active/Passive Switch, Middle Frequency Switch DIP Switch (inside the cavity)
Nut Width: 38.6mm
Bridge String Spacing: 20.0mm
Scale: 34-Inch
Year of Manufacture: 2018
Country of Manufacture: USA
This instrument is set up using D'addario EXL strings, trusted by professional musicians.
Characterized by a powerful attack and rich overtones, these strings truly deserve to be called the standard.
These high-quality strings maximize the instrument's performance and character, so enjoy them too.
These strings are tuned by GIB craftsmen for optimal playability before delivery.
Accessories: Hard case
Text: Tatsuma Terao
Inspector: Terao
Product Photos: Wakatsuki
GIB 3-month warranty included
◯ About the GIB and TONIQ warranty
● Lifetime free maintenance
Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for a lifetime free "string vibration setup" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present your signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser from a GIB or TONIQ store or online store is eligible.
- Please note that you are responsible for all shipping and other costs.
● Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchase within six months of purchase, we will guarantee the repurchase price. This guarantee is 50% for new instruments and 70% for used instruments.
● Defect Guarantee
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some consignment items and other products, we will repair any malfunctions that occur under normal use free of charge during the warranty period (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible).
The warranty period is three months for used products and one year for new products.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases:
- Malfunctions or damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
- Replacement of consumables.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by handling that violates the precautions in the instruction manual.
- Malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
- If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the wording has been altered.
- If the warranty card is not presented or lost.
(Warranty is only available for purchases within Japan.)
● Trade-in for up to 15% off
Get a 10% discount on your purchase when you use our trade-in service. (This offer does not apply to consignment items. It is only applicable if the trade-in value is 20% or more of the sales price.)
In addition, if you trade in an instrument that is eligible for our monthly buy-back campaign, you will receive a 15% discount.
Items will be packed in a hard cardboard box.
We ship internationally.
Contact Information
LINE: vwj2699r
Email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045-594-7308
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