【used】Fender / Jazz Bass 62~63Body 66Neck Fender Factory Refinish Black 3.915kg #128744【GIB Yokohama】

Fender is the undisputed number one brand of electric guitars and basses.  
It is loved by countless top artists such as Jaco Pastorius, Marcus Miller, and Geddy Lee. (Titles omitted)

The Jazz Bass was released as a higher-end model than the Precision Bass.  
Its sharp and clear sound has been loved by many bassists and continues to receive overwhelming support to this day, maintaining its prominent presence.  

This model features a body from around 1962-63, a neck from 1966, and an electronics system.  

There is a stamp on the neck end reading “7 JAN 66 A.”
The neck pickup volume pot is marked with “304-661○,” and the bridge pickup volume pot and tone pot are marked with “304-6618.”  

Based on these markings, we have determined that the approximate specifications date back to 1966.  

The body is made of alder.  
As seen, the body features the mute system holes and earth wire extending from the bridge, characteristic of Jazz Basses produced before 1963.

Based on these features, I have estimated the approximate year of manufacture.  

The fingerboard is made of rosewood with a rounded profile, a popular specification.  

The frets have been refretted, and the nut has been replaced.  
The workmanship is of high quality, carefully preserving the original atmosphere.  
In particular, the nut has been replaced in a way that preserves the original binding, demonstrating high precision.  

The pickups are difficult to identify as the dates have faded, but they appear to be original gray bobbin pickups.

There is a stamped mark reading “13 BLACK” under the pickguard.  
This suggests that the guitar was refinished in black at the Fender Factory.  

It is likely that this guitar was originally built around 1962-63, with the body being returned to the Fender Factory in 1966 for refinishing.  
During this process, the neck was replaced, along with the metal parts and electrical components.

The pot dates are as mentioned earlier.  
The joint plate also aligns with the 1966 timeline.  

The bridge is unclear, but given the refinish and the absence of refinish paint on the bridge's underside, it seems natural to assume it was replaced.  

The pickguard is also likely replaced.  

Considering these factors, the neck can be considered to have its original finish.

Overall, the specifications are almost identical to those of a 1966 model.  
Although it has been refinished and is a “niccoichi” (rebuilt) instrument, it retains a high degree of originality.  

The neck surface and frets are in good condition, so it should be fine to play for many years to come.  

It has the classic jazz bass sound that everyone loves.  
Highly recommended.  

The remaining frets are approximately 90%.  
The truss rod is in good condition.  
The neck is in good condition.
The body and finish show age-appropriate wear, including paint chips, scratches, and weather checking.  
The electronics function well, though there is minimal static noise from the jack when the plug moves vigorously. There may be noise when the fingers touch the pole pieces.  
The frets have been refretted, and the nut has been replaced. The work was done with care to preserve the original feel. One of the neck pickup mounting screws has been replaced. There is a “13 BLACK” engraving under the pickguard, suggesting it has undergone a factory refinish.  

Controls: Neck pickup volume, bridge pickup volume, master tone  
Nut width: 38.4mm  
Bridge string spacing: 20.0mm  
Scale length: 34 inches  
Manufacturing year: 1966
Country of manufacture: USA  

This instrument has been adjusted by GIB craftsmen for optimal playability.  

Accessories: Hard case, finger rest, bridge cover, pickup fence, strap  

Text: Ryuma Terao  

Inspection: Terao  
Product photos: Miura  

GIB 3-month warranty included  

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