This is a 1970 - 1971 'Tacoma' Branded Electric Bass, also known as Model 57H01490L marketed by Silvertone.
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This Tacoma brand electric bass was most commonly known as the Silvertone 1490, which was only offered during a short, 5-year run between 1968 & 1972.
We're uncertain who owned and/or distributed the 'Tacoma' name but we're certain it's a bona-fide piece of Teisco history!
The 1490 bass was a solid monster of a Fender-type clone, brought to us from our friends at Teisco as part of the late-60s Japanese 'invasion.'
The 1490 features a beefy look, giant pickups and a cool, two-part pickguard.
Under the 'Silvertone' name, this bass was introduced in the Sears Fall/Winter 1968 catalog as the 57H01490L, and retired in Spring/Summer 1972.
The original model featured the two knob/two rocker switch design. Between 1970 & 1971, Teisco changed it to a 3-way toggle and 3 knobs (vol, vol, tone), which is reflected in the bass offered in this listing.
This bass has a lot of dings and checks in the finish, is missing the original tone & switch knobs, and two of the neck screws. Otherwise, she's ready to play, with a fresh set of Fender short-scale strings!
Enjoy!
SHE PLAYS & SOUNDS GOOD! VIEW THE VIDEO & PICS!
This Tacoma brand electric bass was most commonly known as the Silvertone 1490, which was only offered during a short, 5-year run between 1968 & 1972.
We're uncertain who owned and/or distributed the 'Tacoma' name but we're certain it's a bona-fide piece of Teisco history!
The 1490 bass was a solid monster of a Fender-type clone, brought to us from our friends at Teisco as part of the late-60s Japanese 'invasion.'
The 1490 features a beefy look, giant pickups and a cool, two-part pickguard.
Under the 'Silvertone' name, this bass was introduced in the Sears Fall/Winter 1968 catalog as the 57H01490L, and retired in Spring/Summer 1972.
The original model featured the two knob/two rocker switch design. Between 1970 & 1971, Teisco changed it to a 3-way toggle and 3 knobs (vol, vol, tone), which is reflected in the bass offered in this listing.
This bass has a lot of dings and checks in the finish, is missing the original tone & switch knobs, and two of the neck screws. Otherwise, she's ready to play, with a fresh set of Fender short-scale strings!
Enjoy!
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| Listed | 9 years ago |
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| Condition | Fair (Used) Fair condition gear should function but will show noticeable cosmetic damage or other issues.Learn more |
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