Fender FSR Made in Japan Traditional II 60s Jazz Bass Shell Pink

Description

Fender FSR Made in Japan Traditional II 60s Jazz Bass Shell Pink

Free Fender FB620 Gig Bag!

Why we love it

This 2023 Fender FSR Jazz Bass offers the timeless growl, brightness, and warm low-end of a classic 60s Jazz Bass, wrapped in an eye-catching Shell Pink finish with a matching headstock. Part of a limited run for a single Japanese retailer, this is likely the last available unit in this stunning colorway. Fender’s Made in Japan Traditional series consistently delivers exceptional value with top-tier craftsmanship and vintage tone that rivals far more expensive models.

Condition

This bass is in Excellent condition, purchased new but with a minor dent on the player’s side lower bout (pictured). The dent is subtle and barely noticeable under normal lighting, which is why we’ve priced it at a special $1575 (vs $1699). The original protective plastic is still on the tuning keys, pickups, and pickguard. The neck is straight with no signs of warping, and the truss rod functions perfectly. Electronics are flawless, ensuring a clean and balanced sound. It weighs in at a comfortable 8.5 lbs, offering excellent balance during play.

This bass weighs in at 8.5 pounds and feels well balanced in use. This bass will include the original warranty card and tools. Set up with D’Addario EXL 45-105 strings, this bass is dialed in with optimal relief, medium action (2.5mm), precise intonation and pickup height adjustment. The original factory gig bag is available if you want it, but we will include a free brand new Fender FB620 gig bag to ensure this beautiful bass stays protected. Optionally, we can provide a Fender Classic hard case for an additional $145.

Overview

Modeled after an early 1960s Jazz Bass, this bass features a basswood body with vibrant Shell Pink gloss polyester finish complemented by a mint 3-ply pickguard and matching headstock. The vintage natural finish 2-piece maple neck with lovely classically grained rosewood fingerboard offers the ideal combination of comfort and classic styling. The neck sports a Jazz Bass familiar 1.5-inch (38.1mm) nut width and U-profile that provides a bit of shoulder while still feeling quick and comfortable. The specs of this instrument lend it a Goldilocks quality of “just right” in terms of feel and tone that’ll leave you wanting to keep digging in.

Electronics and Tone

The original Vintage-Style Single-Coil Jazz Bass pickups conjure up our favorite aspects of early 1960s Jazz Bass tone. The neck pickup delivers warm, punchy lows while maintaining clear articulation, while the bridge pickup provides that quintessential Jazz Bass growl with crisp, defined highs. Standard controls include neck and bridge volume knobs, plus a master tone knob, giving you all the versatility needed to dial in the perfect sound for any genre.

Specifications

Body Material: Basswood

Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Neck Material : Maple

Neck Shape: U

Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

Number of Frets: 20

Fret Size: Vintage-Style

Fingerboard Radius: 9.5 inch / 241mm

Scale Length: 34″ (864 mm)

Bridge: 4-Saddle Vintage-Style

Neck Plate: 4-Bolt

Nut Material: Bone

Nut Width: 1.50″ (38.1 mm)

Pickups: Vintage-Style Single-Coil Jazz Bass

Controls: Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Tone

Hardware Finish: Chrome

Year of manufacture: 2023

Country of manufacture: Japan

Weight: 8.5 pounds