{"product_id":"fender-rare-spec-cij-jb62-us-jazz-bass-aged-sonic-blue-us-pickups-flame-maple","title":"Fender Japan JB62-US Jazz Bass Sonic Blue – US Pickups Flame Maple Neck CIJ","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eFAST SHIPPING from Phoenix, AZ!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎸 \u003cstrong\u003eLocal demo available by appointment in Phoenix, AZ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bass is in Excellent condition with a few disclosed cosmetic issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe protective plastic is still on the pickguard. There are minor fine scratches and light surface scuffs across the body from normal handling. There is a tiny chip on the edge of the lower side of the neck pocket and two tiny dings near the neck plate, both pictured. There are a few shallow dents on the perimeter of the lower bout near the control cavity, also pictured. These marks are localized and do not affect playability, structure, or performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe frets show very little wear and have plenty of life remaining, with no buzzing or dead frets. The truss rod is in good working order with plenty of adjustability in both directions. The neck is straight with no signs of warping or waviness. The tuners and bridge show light patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlpha 250k pots were installed by a prior owner, and the electronics are clean and fully functional. We replaced the original crumbling pickup foam to ensure proper pickup height and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bass has been professionally set up with DR Strings Pure Blues 45-100 roundwound strings, medium action, adjusted relief, intonation dialed in up and down the neck, and pickup height set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA brand new Fender FB620 bass gig bag is included. Hard case available upon request for an additional fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 9 lbs 9 oz\u003cbr\u003eCase: Brand new Fender FB620 bass gig bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 1.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12th Fret Width: 2.24 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st Fret Depth: 0.80 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12th Fret Depth: 0.94 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Material: Bone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Finish: Sonic Blue, Polyester Gloss Clearcoat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Material: Flame Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Frets: 20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFret Size: Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Radius: 7.25 in \/ 184.1 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 34\" \/ 864 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: 4-Saddle Spiral Saddle Vintage-Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickups: US-made Vintage Jazz Bass single coil x2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls: Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware Finish: Chrome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerialization: Q0XXXXX, Crafted in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessor’s Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA standout Crafted in Japan JB62-US with an aged Sonic Blue finish, US-made Jazz Bass pickups, alder body, rosewood fingerboard, and a gorgeous flame maple neck. This is a sweet-playing, lively, and unusually compelling Fender Japan bass with classic 60s Jazz Bass feel and a little extra visual magic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe JB62-US was Fender Japan’s ’62 Jazz Bass reissue specification with upgraded US-made pickups. This example is especially compelling thanks to its aged Sonic Blue finish, alder body, rosewood fingerboard, and unusually figured flame maple neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiven the serial number and parts markings, this bass was likely produced by Tokai Gakki for Fender Japan. It has the feel and detail work that make the better Crafted in Japan Fender instruments so appealing: clean neck work, stable setup, strong acoustic response, and a familiar vintage-style playing feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck has a classic Jazz Bass profile with a 7.25-inch radius, vintage-size frets, gloss finish, and comfortable taper. The flame figuring throughout the maple gives this bass a more boutique feel without taking it away from the traditional ’62 Jazz Bass formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe US-made Jazz Bass single coil pickups deliver the sound you want from a great passive Jazz Bass: clear bridge pickup growl, round neck pickup depth, and a balanced, articulate blended tone. The alder body keeps the low end controlled while giving the bass a focused midrange and rounded top end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original pots were replaced by a prior owner with quality Alpha 250k units and a 0.047µF polyester film green drop capacitor. Controls remain traditional neck volume, bridge volume, and master tone, with no modifications to the circuit function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor note: This finish presents with a mint \/ turquoise hue in person and in photos. 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