Fender Musicmaster Bass Dakota Red 1971

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Summary

Finish: Original

Body Material: Alder

Body Details: Solid alder body

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Profile: "C" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .88" (1st fret), .99" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"

Nut Width: 1-1/2"

Scale Length: 30

Neck Details: Bolt-on maple neck with unbound rosewood veneer fretboard, dot inlays, and heel-adjust truss rod. The neck heel has a "17 JUN 71" stamp (the final letter in the stamp is illegible).

Electronics: Original single coil pickup and volume pot with 1971 date code. The tone control has been replaced.

Pickup Measurements: 5.4k

Hardware: Original

Weight: 7 lbs 9 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Fender Musicmaster bass has aged nicely, with consistent light checking and small dings on the glossy body finish. There is a slight crack at the bottom pickguard screw, and the back of the body has some heavier scratches. The back of the neck is smooth and nicely worn.

Modifications/Repairs: Replaced tone pot

Serial Number: 313072

Tech Notes: The bass plays well with medium action, and light gauge strings. The neck has some inconsistencies from age, but the bass has been set up to play cleanly and comfortably. The heel stamp, pot code, and serial number date the bass to 1971.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case