Jazz Basses with all black hardware?

[Soberglitch]

I’m on the hunt for a new Jazz style bass but hoping for something with all black hardware. Either no or minimal chrome. My main bass is a Stingray Special in charcoal sparkle and I’m really hooked on that all black, no chrome aesthetic.

The obvious answer to me is buying a Fender Boxer/Jazz Bass Special. However, I’d really prefer to have two Jazz pickups rather than a PJ.

I’m having trouble finding any Jazz basses that come from the factory like this. Any suggestions?

 

[hypercarrots]

jb62-allbk

schecter j-4

 

[Soberglitch]

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schecter j-4
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Thank you. That JB62 is definitely what I’m after and I’m a big fan of MIJ stuff as well. Only finding 1 in the states on Reverb so I’m assuming they’re fairly limited.
Ive seen that Schecter before and it would be a perfect option if I can get over how hideous the headstock is.

 

[BassmanM]

You can design your own Maruszczyk bass at a reasonable price. Check out their website and the configurator.

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I configured these two a while back just for fun.

 

[claudel]

Check the classifieds...

 

[JimmyThunder]

it's relatively cheap and easy to put black hardware on a bass you already like.

 

[FrenchBassQC]

it's relatively cheap and easy to put black hardware on a bass you already like.

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The second to the top is amazing...

 

[Soberglitch]

it's relatively cheap and easy to put black hardware on a bass you already like.

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These are killer. Exactly the vibe I’m after. I’m definitely more open to buying something and changing the hardware. Now just to find something that would look good with black hardware.

 

[Soberglitch]

Right now I’m leaning towards picking up a Fender 75th Anniversary Jazz. I think a painted headstock is a must unless I can find a bass with a dark enough neck.

 

[Black Out Jazz]

A screwdriver and some cash can black out a USA Geddy Lee Jazz.

 

[Black Out Jazz]

it's relatively cheap and easy to put black hardware on a bass you already like.

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All gorgeous.

 

[mmbongo]

Kiesel JB4, you can order them however you want pretty much.

This is a JB5 of course, but you get the idea

 

[barginkov]

This one has been with me for 10 years.. love the black hardware

 

[Black Out Jazz]

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Factory tuners?

 

[Black Out Jazz]

If only these springs and saddles were black...

 

[barginkov]

The guy I got it from fot them from someone who wanted gold tuners ,so he sold the black sadowsky tuners. bridge and neck plate

 

[JRA]

I’m having trouble finding any Jazz basses that come from the factory like this. Any suggestions?

I’m definitely more open to buying something and changing the hardware.

if you're so willing to change out the hardware: consider putting together your 'dream jazz' from parts (new or used or both). a FSO jazz isn't my favorite in the first place, but the best J i've played to date is a function of select parts (with black hardware!):

 

[ModuMan]

A screwdriver and some cash can black out a USA Geddy Lee Jazz.

2 things:

1) That's hot. After changing out the guard on mine for a black one I am also going to be putting the Hipshot Kickass on there, also in black!

2) You have the same thing on your G saddle that I accidentally did on mine... it's not in the slot. Chances are you have also, like me, worn a new groove in there. That's another reason I'm replacing it.

 

[Black Out Jazz]

2 things:

1) That's hot. After changing out the guard on mine for a black one I am also going to be putting the Hipshot Kickass on there, also in black!

2) You have the same thing on your G saddle that I accidentally did on mine... it's not in the slot. Chances are you have also, like me, worn a new groove in there. That's another reason I'm replacing it.

I must have done it wiping the bass down with a rag before I took pics. There was crud under the strings and I was cramming the towel under them to get it out.

 

[Black Out Jazz]

2 things:

1) That's hot. After changing out the guard on mine for a black one I am also going to be putting the Hipshot Kickass on there, also in black!

Thanks!
I am not thrilled with the stack pot control plate. It is a little too wide. Pickguardian.com will make me a 1 piece guard & control plate for 50 bucks. Think I am going to do that now. The control plate and guard aren't exactly the same shade, either. I know they're black, but in the right light I can see a difference.