lawsuit

  1. GodPlayedBass

    Another fender lawsuit

    Check this out. Think im done buying fender products. This is a bit rediculous. Am I looking at this the wrong way? Let me know what yall think
  2. Not Again

    A Precision COPY I'm passing on but can't close the thread ~

    These are all the photos I have of a Precision that I've got my eye on. Heel trussrod with allenwrench adjustment, no faceplate logo or ghosted/removed image, body has holes for bridge cover & pickup cover. Pickguard middle layer is too thick for vintage Fender. No visible markings on neck heel...
  3. Mooer Tender Octaver V1 - Trades?
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     For sale Mooer Tender Octaver V1 - Trades?

    Very rare / hard to find V1 edition that is an exact clone of the POG. Features levels for clean, octave down and octave up. Tracking is the absolute best I've come across in an octaver. This has been a mainstay on my board, but I'm downsizing/simplifying and looking to for a pre. Trade...
    $200.00
    $150.00
  4. Eko 995 copy lawsuit MIJ
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    For sale Eko 995 copy lawsuit MIJ

    I’ve had this one for close to 10 years. Solid and very organic/mellow sounding.I think it records just wonderfully. Seems to be a pretty decent copy of an Italian eko 995 model but made in Japan. Some big finish checking, same as when I first got it. Beautiful figuring in the wood grain on the...
    $375.00
  5. Vintage MIJ 1970’s Carlo Robelli Lawsuit Era Jazz w/upgraded Lindy Fralin pickups
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    For sale Vintage MIJ 1970’s Carlo Robelli Lawsuit Era Jazz w/upgraded Lindy Fralin pickups

    $500 OBO Buyer pays shipping CONUS ONLY. Vintage MIJ 1970’s Carlo Robelli Lawsuit Era Jazz w/upgraded Lindy Fralin pickups. Acquired this bass as a partial trade in a previous trade. In great condition for its age and awesome sounding vintage jazz bass with vintage mojo. Truss rod turns...
    $500.00
  6. Dfrisky1832

    SOLD Vintage MIJ 1970’s Carlo Robelli Lawsuit Era Jazz w/upgraded Lindy Fralin pickups

    $500 OBO Buyer pays shipping CONUS ONLY. Vintage MIJ 1970’s Carlo Robelli Lawsuit Era Jazz w/upgraded Lindy Fralin pickups. Acquired this bass as a partial trade in a previous trade. In great condition for its age and awesome sounding vintage jazz bass with vintage mojo. Truss rod turns...
  7. 1970s Univox "Professional Bass" Matsumoku P Bass
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    For sale 1970s Univox "Professional Bass" Matsumoku P Bass

    Up for sale is a 1970s Univox "Professional Bass" P Bass copy. I'm not sure of the exact year, but suspect it's between 1976 and 1979. It's a classic "lawsuit era" P Bass made in Japan at the legendary Matsumoku factory. It is 100% stock and comes with the original hardshell case. It's in great...
    $375.00
  8. deesonic

    SOLD 1970s Univox "Professional Bass" Matsumoku P Bass

    Up for sale is a 1970s Univox "Professional Bass" P Bass copy. I'm not sure of the exact year, but suspect it's between 1976 and 1979. It's a classic "lawsuit era" P Bass made in Japan at the legendary Matsumoku factory. It is 100% stock and comes with the original hardshell case. It's in great...
  9. Aleks333

    Early Tokai Jazz Sound - year and model thoughts appreciated

    Hey all, I am a brand new member but have read quite a bit of threads here on MIJ vintage instruments, really appreciate all the knowledge and experience in this community, making it such a fantastic resource. Curious to ask your thoughts on the year and exact model of my recently purchased...
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    • jazz bass jazz sound lawsuit lawsuit headstock mij tokai
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  10. JooDee Artist Precision Bass, Pre-lawsuit Made in Japan
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    For sale JooDee Artist Precision Bass, Pre-lawsuit Made in Japan

    Here for your consideration is a vintage JooDee Artist bass. This bass was mde by the Dyna Gakki company, which also produced the Daion line of instruments and, most famously, the first Japanese Fenders. This pre-lawsuit bass features a Sen Ash body, and a one-piece maple neck. The bass is all...
    $600.00
  11. Blackbird

    No longer available JooDee Artist Precision Bass, Pre-lawsuit Made in Japan

    Here for your consideration is a vintage JooDee Artist bass. This bass was mde by the Dyna Gakki company, which also produced the Daion line of instruments and, most famously, the first Japanese Fenders. This pre-lawsuit bass features a Sen Ash body, and a one-piece maple neck. The bass is all...
  12. *PRICE DROP! 1971 Aria "1931" model EB3 Matsumoku Japan short scale
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    For sale *PRICE DROP! 1971 Aria "1931" model EB3 Matsumoku Japan short scale

    *PRICE DROP! Up for sale is an Aria EB3/SG type short scale bass. I am pretty sure it is a 1931 model number, but could actually be 1910. They are very similar. I have been on the fence for a long time about putting this one on the block. I love the old 70s Matsumoku "lawsuit era" basses and my...
    $425.00
  13. deesonic

    SOLD *PRICE DROP! 1971 Aria "1931" model EB3 Matsumoku Japan short scale

    *PRICE DROP! Up for sale is an Aria EB3/SG type short scale bass. I am pretty sure it is a 1931 model number, but could actually be 1910. They are very similar. I have been on the fence for a long time about putting this one on the block. I love the old 70s Matsumoku "lawsuit era" basses and my...
  14. ecBass
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    Wanted Wanted a Blaster Kubicki Japanese Bass

    Mates, I am looking for a Japanese blaster kubicki bass in any working order, if you have one and want to get rid of it please contact me
  15. b-bottom

    Replacement parts for a 70s Encore J bass

    Hey all. I picked up a beat to hell Encore J bass today for $20. The thing must’ve sat in a wet basement and before that, it was treated really really badly. I won’t get into all the specifics, but I would like to get it in working order. I’m going to need new tuners and pickups. It had those...
  16. B-Mac

    Gibson Vs. Dean results 5/27/2022 $4,000 ????

    My apologies if this has already been posted. When I read this it looks bad for Dean, but when I get to the end....$4,000 ??? Guitar.com: Dean guilty of trademark infringement and counterfeiting in Gibson Flying V case. Dean guilty of trademark infringement and counterfeiting in Gibson Flying...
  17. Lobsterdeth

    god bless mij lawsuit basses

    so i bought a supertone two point bridge from hipshot for my old beat-up mij eb-0 aria copy bass and to my surprise aria was not very interested in keeping bridge screw sizes standard with the gibson ones is my only option plugging the holes with a dowel and redrilling? iirc you're not supposed...
  18. stonedmotus

    Vintage Aspen Rickenbacker 4001 Copy Japan

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    • 1970's 4001 aspen bass copy fireglo lawsuit madeinjapan rickenbacher vintage
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    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  19. Lawsuit era Aria Pro Jazz Bass (Sunburst Maple board)
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    For sale Lawsuit era Aria Pro Jazz Bass (Sunburst Maple board)

    This is a beautiful 1976 Aria Pro Jazz Bass made in Matsumoku, Japan. All original parts, and in a great condition aesthetically and structurally. The neck is straight and features maple fretboard with binding and block inlays that aged nicely. Action is low with no buzz and the frets have...
    $775.00
  20. Ayalt

    SOLD Lawsuit era Aria Pro Jazz Bass (Sunburst Maple board)

    This is a beautiful 1976 Aria Pro Jazz Bass made in Matsumoku, Japan. All original parts, and in a great condition aesthetically and structurally. The neck is straight and features maple fretboard with binding and block inlays that aged nicely. Action is low with no buzz and the frets have...
  21. D

    Serial Number model confirmation - Ibanez

    Hello to the Forum Users and Team, could you please help me to confirm that this serial number for a Ibanez bass, S/N: F774597, is for a Telecaster Bass Ibanez Lawsuit. Images attached. Thank you for the help.
  22. MIJ Ibanez 70’s lawsuit era Jazz Bass
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    For sale MIJ Ibanez 70’s lawsuit era Jazz Bass

    Up for sale an early 70’s Ibanez Jazz Bass (also known as model 2365b) This bass sounds huge, has a very comfortable neck, and while being on the heavier side it balances better than any other bass I own. It was most like built between 71 and 75 and is identical in all ways (except for the...
    $650.00
  23. Ayalt

    SOLD MIJ Ibanez 70’s lawsuit era Jazz Bass

    Up for sale an early 70’s Ibanez Jazz Bass (also known as model 2365b) This bass sounds huge, has a very comfortable neck, and while being on the heavier side it balances better than any other bass I own. It was most like built between 71 and 75 and is identical in all ways (except for the...
  24. Pre 1973 Lotus P Bass Big pass it forward Price Drop !
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    For sale Pre 1973 Lotus P Bass Big pass it forward Price Drop !

    Up for sale !!! Pre 73 Lotus All original except custom tort Pick guard and bone nut Has had alot of work done to it Plays really well Excellent playing and great sounding P bass Pick up is original Maxon Humbucker Price is shipped to lower 48 Please +$25 west coast Enjoy !!!
    $350.00
  25. Chop11777

    No longer available Pre 1973 Lotus P Bass Big pass it forward Price Drop !

    Up for sale !!! Pre 73 Lotus All original except custom tort Pick guard and bone nut Has had alot of work done to it Plays really well Excellent playing and great sounding P bass Pick up is original Maxon Humbucker Price is shipped to lower 48 Please +$25 west coast Enjoy !!!
  26. Boudof

    Pickguard/hardware for Ibanez lawsuit

    So I have a 1977 Ibanez Jazz Bass, but it doesnmt have a pickguard. I assumed it would be similar enough to a same era Fender that a 70s replacement pickguard would slot right in, but I was wrong. Anybody know if I can find an Ibanez one, or what model would fit?
  27. 1978 Ibanez Lawsuit Bass *Final Price Drop*
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    For sale 1978 Ibanez Lawsuit Bass *Final Price Drop*

    Weight: 9lbs 4oz Going through tough times posting this one up… Fairly recent purchase of this bass. Everything is in functioning order, truss rod turns, neck is straight etc. I was told the bridge on this bass is not original, the current bridge is a Kahler brass bridge. Shipping is FREE...
    $550.00
  28. sonojono

    SOLD 1978 Ibanez Lawsuit Bass *Final Price Drop*

    Weight: 9lbs 4oz Going through tough times posting this one up… Fairly recent purchase of this bass. Everything is in functioning order, truss rod turns, neck is straight etc. I was told the bridge on this bass is not original, the current bridge is a Kahler brass bridge. Shipping is FREE...
  29. Heerby Leas Paul Standard MIJ Lawsuit era
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    For sale Heerby Leas Paul Standard MIJ Lawsuit era

    HEERBY LES PAUL STANDARD, LG-49 (?), LATE 70'S or EARLY 80's This is an incredible and somewhat rare Heerby Les Paul lawsuit era guitar. This was a brand of the Japanese guitar-making manufacturer Kasuga, who made high-end clones of famous American guitars. In many peoples opinions, including...
    $900.00
  30. lala

    SOLD Heerby Leas Paul Standard MIJ Lawsuit era

    HEERBY LES PAUL STANDARD, LG-49 (?), LATE 70'S or EARLY 80's This is an incredible and somewhat rare Heerby Les Paul lawsuit era guitar. This was a brand of the Japanese guitar-making manufacturer Kasuga, who made high-end clones of famous American guitars. In many peoples opinions, including...
  31. sonojono

    NBD Lawsuit Bass

    Scored this from GC online and am ecstatic of how this bass looks!!! I tried the best I could with these photos to capture the vintage look of this instrument from 1978. It feels and looks old af!!!! It’s honestly one of those instruments that you just have to see in person to appreciate its...
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    • bass fretless ibanez lawsuit lawsuit headstock precision precision bass rare basses vintage
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  32. GrecoRB800Huntr

    Quick Help Identifying Bass

    Howdy! I picked up this bass right when TB went up in flames, but I was curious if anyone would be able to help identify what year my Ibanez clone is from? I only had images online for reference, so my guess is that it's an Ibanez 2388 from 1975 (based on the pickup style) and the plating...
  33. PRICE DROP - 70's-80's Neck-Thru Electra Corsair Bass 2289 (Rickenbacker copy) w/OHSC
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    For sale PRICE DROP - 70's-80's Neck-Thru Electra Corsair Bass 2289 (Rickenbacker copy) w/OHSC

    This is a vintage Electra Corsair Bass, which is a Rickenbacker copy made in the lawsuit era. This bass sounds and plays great. This bass is all original except for one pickguard screw and the bridge pickup Features include: - Fireglow finish - Triangle Inlays - Neck-through construction -...
    $725.00
  34. PB2578

    SOLD PRICE DROP - 70's-80's Neck-Thru Electra Corsair Bass 2289 (Rickenbacker copy) w/OHSC

    This is a vintage Electra Corsair Bass, which is a Rickenbacker copy made in the lawsuit era. This bass sounds and plays great. This bass is all original except for one pickguard screw and the bridge pickup Features include: - Fireglow finish - Triangle Inlays - Neck-through construction -...
  35. P

    Jazz bass Lawsuit?

    Dear all, I got this bass guitar in very bad condition with non original varnish and no frets. So i got it together with both new. My questionn is if somebody can help me with recognazing the manufacturer? It looks like lawsuit basses MIJ and it has years to it, but I cant find a lawsuit with 6...
    • Progy
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    • jazz bass 4 string lawsuit vintage
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  36. A
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    Wanted Wanted to buy Ibanez 2388B Truss Rod Cover

    Original or reproduction would be great. I have a 76 Ibanez 2388B bass (the lawsuit version of a Rick 4001) that is missing the truss rod cover. Not interested in trying to pass it off for a real Rick, hence the reason I am looking for an original or reproduction truss rod cover.
  37. A
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    Wanted Vintage Ibanez Ric Truss Rod Cover

    I have a 1976 Ibanez Ric and I am looking for the appropriate Ibanez truss-rod cover.
  38. Lawsuit-era R* 400# Clone (Rickenfaker/ Fakenbacker) WITH BRAND NEW HIPSHOT BRIDGE
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    For sale Lawsuit-era R* 400# Clone (Rickenfaker/ Fakenbacker) WITH BRAND NEW HIPSHOT BRIDGE

    $800–shipping negotiable—open to trade ideas plus or minus cash
    $750.00
  39. J Posega

    No longer available Lawsuit-era R* 400# Clone (Rickenfaker/ Fakenbacker) WITH BRAND NEW HIPSHOT BRIDGE

    What you see here is not a modern, Asian-built counterfeit Rickenbacker copy--this is from the golden age of lawsuit instruments. Built sometime in the 70s, this bass was likely produced by the same factory that was making instruments for Ibanez, Greco, Tokai, Aria, and others. Interesting...
    • J Posega
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    • 4001 4003 aria fakenbacker greco ibanez lawsuit rickenbacker rickenfaker tokai
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: For Sale: Bass Guitars
  40. W

    Heritage Guitar Sues Gibson Over Threats

    Heritage Guitars of Kalamazoo, MI recently sued Gibson over attempts to prevent production of certain guitars of which Gibson claimed ownership of their look. Via guitar.com's disclosure of a redacted legal filing: '...which details a previously confidential agreement reached between the two...
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