I got my second JBS today. It looks pretty similar, but the pickups are so much hotter. I was planning to get them re-wired, but I like what I hear! Rock n roll!
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Fender Jazz Bass Special - Circa 1984-87
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Found this thread while researching a repair issue with mine; lots of love for these babies here! Apologies in advance for bad posting of pics, have never done so on TB before. Shot of my "kid" in this post and I'll make a separate post for my repair question with appropriate photo.
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OK, so. Repair question. Well, two questions, really.
1) See photo below. I am a total neophyte when it comes to parts spec--is this bridge original to the bass or did the previous owner put this on? I've not seen a bridge like it on any other bass I've got my hands on.
2) Where does one find the saddle adjustment screws for said bridge? You'll notice if you look closely that one doesn't match...apparently I lost one along the way somewhat recently and discovered the issue when I recently restrung her. Went to 7 different shops (hardware and music stores) before coming up with A replacement, color match wasn't happening. A helpful gent at our local Ace Hardware figured out the specific type of screw it is--M2.5 x 30mm pan head machine screw, black oxide. Online searches have left me dry. Anyone know of a good source of these things, in case I ever lose another?
Don't ask what kind of wreck I was when I found out she was broken. My basses ARE my children and I'm particularly fond of this one...
Happy she's fixed now but this non-matching screw is yet another "character mark"...
1) See photo below. I am a total neophyte when it comes to parts spec--is this bridge original to the bass or did the previous owner put this on? I've not seen a bridge like it on any other bass I've got my hands on.
2) Where does one find the saddle adjustment screws for said bridge? You'll notice if you look closely that one doesn't match...apparently I lost one along the way somewhat recently and discovered the issue when I recently restrung her. Went to 7 different shops (hardware and music stores) before coming up with A replacement, color match wasn't happening. A helpful gent at our local Ace Hardware figured out the specific type of screw it is--M2.5 x 30mm pan head machine screw, black oxide. Online searches have left me dry. Anyone know of a good source of these things, in case I ever lose another?
Don't ask what kind of wreck I was when I found out she was broken. My basses ARE my children and I'm particularly fond of this one...
Happy she's fixed now but this non-matching screw is yet another "character mark"...Attachments
Can't believe how lucky I am. I both my PJBS in 89-90 from my local music store. I needed a bass and in dont like pickguards. We were a match made in bass heaven. Ill never sell it!
Can't answer the other questions, but my late 80's JBS (natural color back of neck) has this bridge. Mine's a bit oxidized though.
I had a white one with a black neck. I bought it in Austin at Ray Hennig's in 1985 or 1986, and kept it until 1989. At that time in my life, that seemed like a long time.
Someone had replaced the stock pickups in mine with an EMG P and a Seymour Duncan J.
Here's somewhat embarrassing proof. Yes, those very observant of you, that is Grammy-winning Country and Tejano star Rick Trevino. We were in the same band in high school.
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Someone had replaced the stock pickups in mine with an EMG P and a Seymour Duncan J.
Here's somewhat embarrassing proof. Yes, those very observant of you, that is Grammy-winning Country and Tejano star Rick Trevino. We were in the same band in high school.
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I'm looking at my JBS that I recently acquired. It is really yellow, and I think I'd like to repaint it to its original color.
Is Oly White the closest color?
Is Oly White the closest color?
I'd suggest you embrace that. Only certain finishes turn that way, and the JBS in white pearl is one of them. It's the clearcoat that ages and yellows. Same thing happens with 70's Olympic white. It looks great IMO.
I'm looking at my JBS that I recently acquired. It is really yellow, and I think I'd like to repaint it to its original color.
Is Oly White the closest color?
I opened the control plate. The cavity, which is not exposed to daylight, still has the original, non-yellow color.
Perhaps I could have a paint store color match this?
I'm looking at my JBS that I recently acquired. It is really yellow, and I think I'd like to repaint it to its original color.
Is Oly White the closest color?
Wow! I'd love to have it just the way it is!
I bought my 87 new, from Guitar Showcase in SJ, and it also has this bridge setup as well.
YAY! I think I just snagged one. Finally! I've been waiting for a long time to get one in the right color (white, but I'd settle for black) at the right price. Every time I see one it's already been sold.
I say I "think" I snagged it because I've bought them before, only to find out that it's sold to someone else. We'll see in a few hours I guess.
I say I "think" I snagged it because I've bought them before, only to find out that it's sold to someone else. We'll see in a few hours I guess.
Awesome. I think I will now own two white ones by the day's end. I figure I can flip one if needed.
The next gig is going to be JBS played with a pick into an 800RB for sure! Maybe the 400RB depending on the size of the place.
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Status: Ready for pickup
Bow chica wow wow
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Item status Change Summary
Status: Ready for pickup
Bow chica wow wow
Well, I now own two pearl JBS's! I sold one to a guy over two years ago. He called me out of the blue to see if I'd be interested in buying her back. So good to have an old friend home again!
Cool!
I picked up mine last week. It's very similar looking to the one on the left, more pearl yellow than white. Overall it's in really good shape, a few dings on it but it's almost 30 years old. It came with the original case, original hang tag, the original receipt (1986), and a receipt for a setup also in 86' with the buyers name on it.
Kinda creepy, but: In Googling his name it seems like a was a musician most of his life with a few releases to his credit. Unfortunately, he passed away a few years ago. I'm assuming (maybe wrongly) that his wife/kids/family/etc. started getting rid of his equipment and that's how I got it.
I'll get a few pics up when I get some time.
I picked up mine last week. It's very similar looking to the one on the left, more pearl yellow than white. Overall it's in really good shape, a few dings on it but it's almost 30 years old. It came with the original case, original hang tag, the original receipt (1986), and a receipt for a setup also in 86' with the buyers name on it.
Kinda creepy, but: In Googling his name it seems like a was a musician most of his life with a few releases to his credit. Unfortunately, he passed away a few years ago. I'm assuming (maybe wrongly) that his wife/kids/family/etc. started getting rid of his equipment and that's how I got it.
I'll get a few pics up when I get some time.
