In my opinion, it's in the best shape for a vintage instrument - that is, not beat up, just worn out. Something about having a bass that's virtually unplayed turns me off a bit, I'd be scared to play it. That said, it's way out of my price range haha.
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1963 Jazz bass on ebay..
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SamJ said:
That neck was made 11 days after I was born. Sam, it's almost 43 years old, not 45!!
I would love to own it.
Now this is one that could seriously tempt me!
http://cgi.ebay.com/1970-Fender-JAZ...QQihZ005QQcategoryZ118984QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/1970-Fender-JAZ...QQihZ005QQcategoryZ118984QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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^ That seller takes great pictures.
That's BS... I played a 1958 Fender Precision in the vintage room of Guitar Center... it was about 10k, in very good condition, and the LOUDEST instrument I've ever played acoustically.
SamJ said:I'm sure with it being a "buy it now" price, he's researched it and decided this is what he'll except.. therefore I'm sure (almost sure) it's gonna move for around that price.. I've got it on the watch list to see.. I've seen a 1959 P fetch $40K before, so it's not unheard of.. I would imagine a 1951 P and a 1960 J are the most "desirable" from the collection stand point, but as for quality of tone.. who knows? A $500 MIM may better them!
That's BS... I played a 1958 Fender Precision in the vintage room of Guitar Center... it was about 10k, in very good condition, and the LOUDEST instrument I've ever played acoustically.
steve21 said:
I mistyped on that one.. that was a 1951 P that went for $40K.. I just got a hold of the article and re-read it, sorry.
I think condition is king, and that one was near unused condition, and history of course, how original, etc... Not saying you didn't play a 1958.. but if it was at guitar center it may have ben a Franken Fender (Guitar Center is hardly a clearing house for reputable vintage stuff).. I am sure a true 1958 in good condition is worth a whole lot more than 10K, even if it's a bit rough looking. Here is what a well worn 1961 is asking on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/1961-Fender-Pre...QQihZ004QQcategoryZ118984QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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i saw that 70 jazz OOO man if i ever played fretted bass that would be what i would want. 70-75 jazz bass. but if one ever comes up fretless(did they make fretless back in the day? i know i saw a 68 fretless on tb for a reasonable price, but it was hardly original. the only thing that was were the electronics and the neck, the fingerboard wasnt nor were the tuners finish...) i wwould probably buy if i wasnt poor.
AHAHAHAHAH,
I just sent the seller of the 30,000 dollar daphne blue jazz a best offer of15 bucks and my toyota supra rice burner which is my first car. lol. come on its got subs, i know he will do business with me!.
I just sent the seller of the 30,000 dollar daphne blue jazz a best offer of15 bucks and my toyota supra rice burner which is my first car. lol. come on its got subs, i know he will do business with me!.
Don't want to hi-jack just thought you would have liked my old 65 Jazz that I sold in Dec 2003, I got £3500 GBP about $6200 USD, I bought it new in 66.Bassmanbob said:
I think its still a bit much. My understanding is that the highest paid for a Jazz to date is $25k for a "stack pot". For the first year or so (60-61) they came with two stacked pots with volume and tone for each pup. In late 61 the three knob configuration we know today came about. Its my understanding that the stackpots are the most desirable. (Timothy B. Schmidt played one on the "Hell Freezes Over DVD).
So I think they're reaching a bit on this one but still a fine bass that someone with deep pockets will enjoy.
My source on the model info is "the Fender Bass - An Illustrated History" Hal Leonard. It also states that the first factory fretless was the 1970 P to answer someone on this thread who was inquiring about vintage fretless.
So I think they're reaching a bit on this one but still a fine bass that someone with deep pockets will enjoy.
My source on the model info is "the Fender Bass - An Illustrated History" Hal Leonard. It also states that the first factory fretless was the 1970 P to answer someone on this thread who was inquiring about vintage fretless.
SamJ said:
Sorry, the book doesn't have pricing, I was using it to be accurate on models. BTW: has anyone ever seen one of these auctions on Ebay close with a sale? I've been lurking on these Ebay vintage sales and the prices seemed to get more agressive but I've yet to see a sale.
SamJ said:
sure, but those guys you just named aren't gonna cry if something happens to their basses because it's like losing a $200 Ibanez to you or me; they got the money to get 10 more if they want.
are you gonna take out a bass on a gig at your local bar that you paid 30K for?
And I see your point.
musicman5string said:
Look no further than this month's Bass Player. There's Cheap Trick's Tom Peterson with a 50s P bass sort of laying around the house as if for kicks.
I paid £107 GBP $190 USD for my 65 Jazz in 1966, I never thought of it as "how much is it worth" whereas if I'd paid what I sold it for maybe my attitude would have been different.fish slapper said:
