H.S. Anderson Bask Bass II 1977 MIJ Vintage – Moridaira Era – Rare Precision Style

Description

Vintage H.S. Anderson Bask Bass II from 1977, made in Japan during the golden era of Japanese guitar manufacturing.

H.S. Anderson was a house brand of Moridaira, part of the late-1970s Japanese manufacturing boom — a period known for high-quality craftsmanship and increasingly sought-after instruments. The brand is also associated with the iconic Madcat model used by Prince in his early career.

This is a classic Precision-style bass with a strong vintage character, both visually and sonically. Instruments from this period are becoming increasingly difficult to source, particularly within Europe.

A straightforward, no-nonsense vintage P-style bass — resonant, balanced, and built in an era when consistency and feel mattered more than marketing.

The bass shows honest wear consistent with its age, adding to its authenticity and appeal. Structurally, it remains solid, stable, and fully functional.

Specifications

• Model: Bask Bass II
• Year: 1977
• Country of manufacture: Japan
• Serial number: 410 607791
  (The serial format is commonly interpreted in reverse to indicate production year and month)
• Weight: 4.3 kg
• Nut width: approx. 42 mm
• Body wood: “Sen” (often described as Japanese ash)
• Neck: one-piece maple neck
• Electronics: passive (Volume, Tone)
• Pickups: split-coil Precision-style
• Strings: La Bella ASP-45103 Ian Martin Allison 4

Condition

Good overall condition for a nearly 50-year-old instrument.

• Visible dings, scratches, and finish wear throughout the body
• Edge wear and small chips consistent with long-term use
• Hardware shows signs of age and patina
• Neck is stable and comfortable to play

The truss rod operates normally. As is typical for many vintage instruments, the available adjustment range is not extensive; however, the neck is currently straight and stable under standard tuning and setup.

Notes

• Original white pickguard is included and appears period-correct
• Currently fitted with a black pickguard
• Missing bridge cover (common for instruments of this era)

Original vintage instruments in this category are becoming increasingly harder to find, both in Europe and internationally.

Shipping

Ships from the European Union (Estonia). No import duties for EU buyers.

The instrument will be carefully packed to ensure safe transit and shipped via a tracked courier service.

Fully insured and/or express shipping options (DHL, UPS, FedEx) are available upon request.

Minor setup adjustments may be required after climate adaptation.

Additional Information

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