Anyone knows more details about this jazz special mij?

[THany]

I googled and googled and couldnt find one like this. Serial number starting with E82, (made between 84-87) the guy who sold it said it was 85.
The odd thing is that its a lined fretless (the guy said its a factory fretless, but he got it as a present from a friend 20 years ago, so Im not sure) the lines look strange, (not equal?? But maybe its the color gone ??)
Would love to here your opinion about her .

 

[THany]

Ok. I understand it was molested.

What would be the best treatment to get the best out of it?
Thanks

 

[charlie monroe]

Just play it. It’s a cool bass.

Duff McKagan from Guns n Roses used one for years.

 

[THany]

Thank you.
I just want to know if taking the frets off may damage something, and what's the best way to keep it "in shape"
It hasnt been touched for 20 years

 

[charlie monroe]

Thank you.
I just want to know if taking the frets off may damage something, and what's the best way to keep it "in shape"
It hasnt been touched for 20 years

Well, the way it was de-fretted was totally amateur hour. The possibility does exist that it may affect the neck, but I would think if it hasn't moved in 20 years, it is not likely to. For now I would just consider it aesthetics.

If you were to have a pro address it, they would probably charge up to $2-300, which is around half of what the bass is worth.

Since it is stable, just keep an eye on any neck movement. Also, if/when you replace the strings, don't move up to something that creates more tension.

Have fun with it.

 

[THany]

Well, the way it was de-fretted was totally amateur hour. The possibility does exist that it may affect the neck, but I would think if it hasn't moved in 20 years, it is not likely to. For now I would just consider it aesthetics.

If you were to have a pro address it, they would probably charge up to $2-300, which is around half of what the bass is worth.

Since it is stable, just keep an eye on any neck movement. Also, if/when you replace the strings, don't move up to something that creates more tension.

Have fun with it.

Thank you very much for your answers.

 

[Watchootognbout]

I think it might be a VR46!
I don't know...I'm not sure......

 

[THany]

I think it might be a VR46!
I don't know...I'm not sure......

Ha ha, heard that one b4. Should take off the sticker, but for some reason, I like that green

 

[two fingers]

Welcome to TalkBass!!!!

They are great basses. E series (84-87) Fender Japan basses are legendary. Great quality. I own a P bass from that time and it's fantastic.

The fret removal done on this one was not professional. That being said, if it plays good it is good.

Also, the Fender neck is the most common neck out there. If you get down the road a bit and can't live with the fret hack job, swap out the neck and keep on thumping.

Cool bass.

 

[THany]

Thanks!!@! Sure will

 

[Gunga Din]

Is that not the Power Jazz, a different beast altogether from the Duff Special?

Edit: Sorry, it's the standard Special .

 

[THany]

A secret: Im nearly 50, in my 20's used to sing and play percussion, but bass was always my love, and my dream. Wish me luck

 

[charlie monroe]

A secret: Im nearly 50, in my 20's used to sing and play percussion, but bass was always my love, and my dream. Wish me luck

You don’t need luck. Since you can sing and keep time you’re a natural.

Have fun with it!

 

[THany]

You don’t need luck. Since you can sing and keep time you’re a natural.

Have fun with it!

Well, I have the talent, technic was my main problem, as I was too lazy to practice, but now I feel ready.... if you have any recomondation for onlkne sites for lessons I will be happy to here. I know best thing is to get a teacher, but I can't for a several reasons ( not money issue)
Thanks afain

 

[charlie monroe]

I wouldn't want to steer you wrong. I am self taught and play a lot by ear and by exploration over the years.

Head on over to the General Instruction and Technique Sub-Forums (watch out, there is also a DB one of those)

There are folks there that have forgotten more about music than I will ever learn. Most everyone here is eager to help.

 

[THany]

Well, me too. Used to play the piano, and everything I did was by ear. I have a major dislexia in reading notes (and math) No joke. A realy bad one. But my ear and tempo are very good. Also, everything I have learned, I learned by myself (video and clip editing, graphic design, perfume making, cosmetics ad more..) I dont seem to get along with conventional studing. thats why I have to find a right plan for me. I know there are links, but how would I know what to chose?
And.. thanks for the eagernes (is there such a word?) to help. I dont take it for granted

 

[nilorius]

It could be a good instrument, but you should check it out or hear it's records, before you buy.

 

[Bass Boy]

I had the actual fretless version of this back in the 80/90s! Had a matching fretted in pewter. AWESOME basses. High output pickups! Light AF!

 

[marmadaddy]

I have the actual fretless version of this bass. Love it, I'm using it for a set of Police songs next week.

I'd take it to a luthier to be looked at, that defretting was a hack job. If it's playable, you've got a really nice instrument there.

 

[THany]

I have the actual fretless version of this bass. Love it, I'm using it for a set of Police songs next week.

I'd take it to a luthier to be looked at, that defretting was a hack job. If it's playable, you've got a really nice instrument there.

Oh, it is playble, and has a great sound too. I'll take it to the Doctor for a setup