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What is my Fender JB-75?

Mar 8, 2012
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Hey everyone. I’ve been slowing learning about the reputation of the Japanese made jazzes (mostly from the 90s it seems) that have the model name JB-75.

I’ve come to learn that there are some details about these models that make them not-so-accurate reissues of a 75 Jazz. Me personally, I cannot stand the late 70s logo on the headstock given that 75s had the big TV logo. That’s at least what I’ve observed, anyway.

That’s not a deal breaker though. The traditional pickup spacing on what should be a 70s style Jazz would be a deal breaker for me. These models seem to be notorious for missing this large detail that many associated with Jazz Basses from that era.

My question to you: what the heck is the story with mine then? My JB-75 has the correct 70s pickup spacing, but everything else seems to be consistent with the others I’ve seen online. Just trying to understand my instrument’s history, so if anyone can I help it would be appreciated!
 

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