1961 Fender Jazz Bass – Sunburst
This 1961 Fender Jazz Bass in its original Sunburst finish features stack knobs and an incredible original owner story! Thanks to the slim nut width on the Jazz Bass, they’re usually quite easy to play, and this particular example is as smooth as butter! No matter where you are on this neck, each note is effortless to play and rings out. The neck itself has a nice subtle flame to it, and the slab board lends some warmth to the overall tone. There’s wear and checking throughout the piece, but everything is original, which is incredible considering what this instrument has been through. We were lucky enough to purchase this from the original owner’s cousin. They were even luckier though, as this bass survived not one, but two house fires! Included in the sale is this Bass’ original black tolex case, which protected it from the fire. You can see that the case has a little soot and fire damage, only adding to the vibe of this piece. Flame figuring in the maple neck wasn’t enough I guess, this bass had to turn up the heat!
Overall Condition: 7, weather checking, finish wear to the back of the treble horn, patina, edgewear
Specifications
- finish_details Sunburst, Original, Good Condition with wear and weather checking throughout, finish wear to back of treble horn, patina throughout, edgewear (possible bubbling from heat), impressions
- body_material Alder
- neck_material Maple
- fretboard_material Rosewood (Slab)
- neck_profile Medium C
- weight 9 lbs 8 oz
- scale_length 34"
- pickup_readings N: 7.50K B: 7.86K
- tubes
- speakers
- electronics Original, Untouched
- nut_width 1-1/2"
- hardware Original, Good Condition with some patina and wear
- includes Original Brown Hardshell Case with orange lining, Original Strings
- year 1961
Well Strung Guitars
Upon receipt, if you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you must notify WSG within 24 hours. We will refund your money as soon as the merchandise is returned to us in the same condition as when it shipped out. The customer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and bank fees that may be incurred throughout the return process. All returns must be packaged in the same materials that the guitar was sent out to ensure the safety of the instrument. All claims regarding loss or damage are the responsibility of the purchaser.