Fender Jazz bass

FlyGuitars What was your first bass?

Jack Casady One of my pals was Danny Gatton who was a very, very fine guitarist who's since passed on. Danny was a 16 or 15 year old wonder kid when I turned 16. We played in each others bands on the circuit from time to time and his bass player got sick and I filled in for him for a two week gig. I really enjoyed the instrument and went out and brought a 1960 concentric pot Jazz bass, that was my first bass. The Precision is a little tough for the size of my hands but the Jazz bass with that more narrow neck at the top was little easier for me to get around on.

FlyGuitars Can you remember what it cost for the Jazz bass at the time when you bought it?

Jack Casady I remember that the 58 Tele was $115 dollars. I'm sure that the Jazz bass at the time was a little bit more. I bought it in 1960 the first year the Jazz bass came out. I'm sure that's a matter of record, you know you didn't get deals on instruments then. You paid what they charged.

FlyGuitars By today's standards it would be quite cheap but unfortunately back then it was expensive I guess?

Jack Casady Well you know gasoline or as you call it petrol was 19 cents a gallon so it's all scaled down. The dollar was a lot harder to make in those days and I worked six nights a week in a club. When we had a steady gig we got a $115 dollars a week, that was a lot of money. It was enough money for me to go out and get my own apartment when I was 17 but if you paid $300 dollars for an instrument or $500 dollars for an instrument that was a lot of money.

FlyGuitars So when you first joined Jefferson Airplane you were using Fender basses?

Jack Casady Yeah the first three albums are recorded with a Fender Jazz bass, and I customised that by adding a P pickup right butted up against the neck. So in essence I had on the very bassy end of the speaking length of the string an offset P pickup and then two bar pickups of the Jazz bass.

FlyGuitars And how did that the P pickup work?

Jack Casady I took the concentric pots that were used and later on dropped by Fender for there Jazz bass line. You would have a volume and a tone stacked up on top of each other, so that's the configuration I used. I used a volume/tone, volume/tone, volume/tone for each pick up and blended them together. That was my '60 Jazz bass, it got stolen just before I came out to California in 1965.

When I arrived out there I bought a brand new 1965 Jazz bass. That bass originally came with the two volumes and one tone. I took those controls out and put in concentric pots and added a p bass pickup.

Video Clips: Jack Casady with Fender Jazz bass guitars - click the images to view clips

Two clips from 1967 in which Jack plays the Fender Jazz bass. The first mimingWhite Rabbit, on the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, and the second High Flyin' Bird live at the Monterey Pop festival.

Fender Jazz bass guitars for sale

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1979 FENDER 250K CTS POT DATED 7917 TELECASTER PRECISION JAZZ

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$43

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This is a nice original 1979 Fender CTS pot in superb condition. It's a 250K pot that came from a 1979 Fender Telecaster and still has the .01 tone capacitor, pickup leads and ground wire attached. Dated 17th week of 1979 & it's for solid-shaft pots
FREE USA SHIPPING and a 30-day return privilege if you are not happy for any reason. The Bass Palace will be listing LOTS of parts, tubes and a few basses this month so check back often. Thanks for visiting us at recent ... more

1983 FENDER PRECISION BASS 62 OR 57 REISSUE 250K CTS POT ALSO FOR R / I JAZZ BASS

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$59

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This is a nice original 1983 Fender CTS pot in superb condition. I've had it for quite awhile and guarantee it came out of a 1983 Fender '62 Reissue Precision Bass. 8312 date code for the 12th week of 1983. Parts like this are getting difficult to find and remember, it's over 40 years old! Of course you can also use it in 'regular' 1983-84 USA P & J basses
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VINTAGE 1960'S FENDER JAZZ PRECISION BASS STRING TREE

Fort Mill, South Carolina, 297**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$65

Up for sale is a vintage Fender 1960's Jazz Bass or Precision Bass string tree. This string tree came from a set of 3 1964 Bass tuners I am currently selling in pieces due to the three part. Good piece to make anyones vintage bass back to being all original again. If you have any questions please feel free to email me at anytime. Please continue to follow my listings for more vintage guitar parts and accessories to be listed in the following weeks also. Sorry about the shipping price but ... more

1971 FENDER BASS THUMB REST PRECISION / JAZZ / TELECASTER / MUSTANG BASS

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 554**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$80

VINTAGE FENDER BASS THUMB REST / TUG BAR ORIGINALLY ON A 1971 MUSTANG BASS. INCLUDES THE SCREWS. CAN BE USED FOR PRECISION, JAZZ, TELECASTER AND OTHER FENDER BASSES. IT'S A PURPLE-ISH TRANSLUCENT COLOR. GREAT SHAPE. PLEASE NO OFFERS, TRADES OR RETURNS. $$$PAYPAL ONLY$$$ CONUS SHIPPING ONLY. SHIPS USPS PRIORITY MAIL SMALL BOX FOR FAST AND SAFE DELIVERY. THX
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1969 Vintage Original FENDER JAZZ BASS THUMB REST 1969 1970 1971 1972

Hemet, California, 925**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$89

1969 Vintage Original FENDER JAZZ BASS THUMB REST 1969 1970 1971 1972

It??s like a brown / Maroon Purplish
Took Pictures in the light to give you a better Idea of color

No Screws
Used But Good Condition
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1970s Vintage Fender Jazz Bass / Precision Bass / Musicmaster USA

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$187

Up for sale is a 1970s Vintage Fender Jazz Bass / Precision Bass / Musicmaster Hard-Shell Case!
VERY GOOD working and cosmetic condition!
Buy it Now before anyone else! or Submit Your Best Offer!
SHIPPING: USA: $59 WORLDWIDE: $129... more

c. 1980s Custom Bass Flight Case Fender Jazz And Precision Red

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$195

Circa 1980's Custom-Made Bass Flight Case
This Item Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Notable Cosmetic Surface Wear Throughout, With Painted Stencil, Various Marks, And Scratches Visible
Some Corrosion On Metal Hardware As Shown
Interior Fabric Slightly Separating In Body And Neck Areas
Latches Are Functional And Handle Is Intact
Fits Fender Jazz Or P-Style Basses
Dimensions Are 49x18x16 "
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Original Vintage 1971 To 1976 Fender Jazz Bass Pickguard And Thumb Rest Used

Hemet, California, 925**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$230

Original Vintage 1971 To 1976 Fender Jazz Bass Pickguard And Thumb Rest Used

Some Wear As Pictured .. Not A lot of shrink !!
Great Original Example
No Screws Included ??
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Fender 1985 Precision / Jazz Bass Guitar Body PJ-555 Made In Japan

Sylvania, Alabama, 359**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$249

Fender 1985 Precision / Jazz Bass Guitar Body PJ-555 Made In Japan. Condition is Used. Shipped with FedEx Ground or FedEx Home Delivery.... more

FENDER 1970-76 USA JAZZ OR PRECISION BASS CASE BLACK TOLEX ORANGE VINTAGE USA

Decatur, Alabama, 356**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

This is a great case that once housed a 1976 Fender Jazz Bass. This case fits a Jazz Bass like a glove and will also accommodate Precision basses and protect them safely. You can see the pad on the lower left that holds the bass firmly in place. It measures 48" long on the outside and the inside width is 13 " . The Fender logo badge has no tail and the tiny ??Made in USA" letters sit next to the giant "F " . All the latches and hinges work well. The plastic handle is solid, the leather ends are ... more

1970s Fender Jazz Bass / Precision Bass / Telecaster Bass Hardshell CASE USA

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$357

Up for sale is a vintage Fender bass case dating from 1972??1974, designed to house Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, and Telecaster Bass models. This original black Tolex case features the iconic orange plush interior and Fender logo badge, offering both form and function for collectors and gigging musicians alike
Its classic rectangular design includes an internal storage compartment, original hardware, and period-correct latches. Despite some external wear from age and use, it remains ... more

Original 1968 1969 Fender Jazz Bass pickup Covers Nice With Original Screws Too

Hemet, California, 925**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$390

Original 1968 1969 Fender Jazz Bass Pick Up Covers Nice With Original Screws Too !!

Pulled From A Late 1968 Jazz Bass
Original !!!!
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1971 FENDER JAZZ BASS BRIDGE USA Original Vintage

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$425

1971 FENDER JAZZ BASS BRIDGE USA Original Vintage
Very Good + Condition. With original mounting screws
There's a slight bend near the head of the E String intonation screw that doesn't effect use
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Fender Precision / Jazz Bass Case 1967-1971

Edmond, Oklahoma, 730**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

This case is in good condition for it's age. The latches are functional and the interior is clean. The outside has some wear as seen in the photos. No key
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1978 Fender Jazz Bass Parts Original Owner- Bridge, Pickguard & more FREE SHIP

Spring Branch, Texas, 780**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$480

I bought a new American Fender Jazz bass in 1978 or 1979. I removed the pick guard and the bridge cover (ashtray) as soon as I got it home. The manual with serial number was removed along with the genuine Fender guitar strap. I carefully packed them away along with another genuine Fender guitar strap that I had saved from a Fender Telecaster bass that I bought new around 1970 if memory serves might have been another one in that time frame. The straps appear to be identical except the rivets on ... more

Fender Brass Bridge Collector Series Jazz Bass 1982 Gold Plated USA ??

Bell, California, 902**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Fender bass bridge full brass with gold plating high mass from a rare jazz bass
from the 1980s
the collector series
A 3k bass
this bridge is in excellent condition for its age and is a great upgrade if you own a collector series bass
Or a high quality custom build
Fender USA
Ships in a box ?
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Fender Squier Jazz Bass E-Series 1984 - 1988 Made in Japan MIJ w / upgrades

Sulphur, Louisiana, 706**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$799

Squier Jazz bass made in Japan E-series late 1980s. This bass is in ready to play condition. New Fender American Vintage 62 pickups installed. New CTS pots with solderless connections. Body does have typical dings and paint chips but very good condition for its age. See pictures. Neck is great. This bass is Fender quality and sound with a Squier logo. Comes with new aftermarket plastic hard case.... more

Fender Squier Jazz Bass 1984 - 1987 Made in Japan MIJ

Lubbock, Texas, 794**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

This is a rare Made in Japan Squier by Fender Jazz Bass. The serial number indicates that it was made between 1984 and 1987. It is finished in black paint, presumably with a maple neck and a rosewood fretboard (although I can't verify the wood species myself)
I have replaced the pickguard with a new aftermarket version. It required some fitting around the neck, neck pickup, and the knob plate. I also did not want to drill extra holes where any of the screw-holes of the new pickguard do not ... more

*Vintage* Fender Jazz Fretless Bass, Black, Made in Japan (1984-1987) w / Gig Bag

Marietta, Georgia, 300**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$995

This is a vintage, used instrument - manufacture year determined by serial #E964952. Normal wear and tear consistent with age and use, fully functional, includes gig bag

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Fender Jazz Bass 93 - 94 - Sunburst Birdseye Maple Neck

Huntington, Indiana, 467**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$999

For sale is a Fender Jazz Bass 93 - 94 - Sunburst in Good Condition!
Just cleaned, restrung and set up with nice action!
Features a beautiful birdseye maple neck!
Case: Hard
Scale Length: 34 "
Nut Width: 1 5 "
Fret Wear: 9 5 / 10
Action at 12F (6th): 6 / 64 "
Action at 12F (1st): 6 / 64 "
Weight: 9lbs 9oz
Overall Condition: 7 / 10
Cool Factor: 11 out of 10


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