Leo sure must have loved jazz and as any of us in the guitar business
know, you ain’t gonna make a million dollars selling instruments made
for jazz. But, Leo’s second offering in the world of basses was sure a
home run. Unlike his Jazzmaster which was as unjazzy an instrument as
you can possibly imagine, the Jazz Bass actually sounded great playing
jazz. Legendary jazz player Ron carter played a JB with great style and
dignity, but it was Jaco Pastorius that brought the Jazz Bass to another
level. Jaco utilizing the back pickup on his defretted JB created a
lyrical smooth sound that was truly magical. Years later another bass
master the great Marcus Miller played the Jazz Bass with great
distinction. Rock players as well enjoy the J Bass, like Geddy Lee, Dave
Brown (Santana) and John Paul Jones.
This is a REAL DEAL Fender 1977 Jazz Bass Guitar with original
pickups (front/neck pickup has been re-wound by Lindy Fralin). There are
some finish scratches, buckle rash but otherwise this instrument is in
"Excellent" condition! Non-original black tolex hardshell case
included.
Serial Number: S740021