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Bass identification assistance

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by Barnett17, Jun 8, 2019.

  1. Jun 8, 2019 #1
    Barnett17

    Barnett17

    Jun 8, 2019
    I was looking to buy this bass as a present for my kid brother. Was told it was an 86’ MIJ Precision Bass. The headstock has “Made in Japan” under the words Precision Bass, and there is a serial starting with E8 under the gold Fender logo. With the neck removed, there is a PB-557 stamped at its underside. The question though, is the body. It has a red serial stamped with 7 digits. I was hoping someone could help me identify its origins. Thx much, in advance, for any and all assistance.
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  2. Jun 8, 2019 #2
    Conrad Gently

    Conrad Gently

    May 14, 2019
    Everett, WA
    From what I’ve seen, it looks like the bass really is what it was marketed as. The neck at least is a genuine 1984-87 FujiGen Gakki neck. I’ve included a link to Fender’s ID site below. See what you can find there.

    At the very least, I see no reason (to my uneducated eyes) to assume that the body and neck don’t match. Hope this helps.

    How can I find out when my Japanese-made instrument was manufactured?
     
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  3. Jun 8, 2019 #3
    charlie monroe

    charlie monroe Gold Supporting Member

    Feb 14, 2011
    Buffalo, NY
    Sounds legit to me
     
  4. Jun 9, 2019 #4
    Barnett17

    Barnett17

    Jun 8, 2019
    Thank you both your your time and input. It is very much appreciated
     
  5. Jun 9, 2019 #5
    B-Mac

    B-Mac Happiness is a warm puppy and a great bass Gold Supporting Member

    Jan 7, 2017
    Lower Susquehanna Valley, Pennsylvania
    I’m bookmarking this page! Thanks for posting this link!