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Looking for something different?  This is an incredibly rare Vintage 1968 Kustom K-200 B model Bass Guitar.  The finish is the original Jet Black Gloss and it looks killer!  This guitar was made at the original Kustom factory in Chanute Kansas, U.S.A.  It is unmodified, all original and solid.  It is set up and ready to go-it needs nothing. 

The body is the familiar Kustom semi-hollow thinline with cat eye sound hole.  The finish is nice and deep with a great shine.  There are a few line checks in the lacquer and a couple on the backside near the neck joint.  There are a couple of small chips also-see photos.  The white pickguard is clean and very cool looking.  The neck joint is solid.  The metal coverplate that gets in the way of the truss rod is missing.

The neck itself is straight and smooth. The neck profile is best described as somewhat between a slim-C shape and a vintage D-shape.  The neck depth measures 8.38" at the 1st fret and 9.94" deep at the 12th fret.  The nut measures 1 9/16" wide.  There is a small wear rub in the finish on the treble side of the neck from playing-see photos.  The tuners all function smoothly.  The headstock and logo display excellent.  The rosewood fingerboard is clean and smooth.  The frets are very clean and crisp and have just been polished.  The action is fairly low for an easy playing experience.  The string height measures .010" at the 1st fret and .080" at the 12th fret.  The bass plays like butter up and down the fingerboard.

The pickups are the original DeArmond units and sound punchy and bright with an excellent signal.  The bridge position measures 8.32 ohms and the neck measures 8.88 ohms.  The controls all function smoothly.  The potentiometers date to the 30th week of 1968-late July.   The bridge is adjustable and clean.

The bass is very lightweight and lots of fun to play.  It only weighs 7.82 lbs.-so it is lighter than most Stratocasters!  The semi-hollow design means you can hear yourself just plinking on the couch or wherever.  It's great for song-writing, live-music and recording situations.   

This is a very rare and desirable color for one of these Kustom basses.   Original hard case is included.

I have taken several photos to show how it looks in different lighting for your viewing. Photo props including signs, straps, cords, cars, shoes, dentures, toothbrushes, dust, albums, clothes or photos are not included unless noted otherwise. Draggin’ Guitars has been collecting, buying, selling and trading as well as repairing and restoring vintage guitars amps and effects for 35+years. Our descriptions of items are honest and forthright. In fact, we got our start in mail-order back in 1989 so you can count on our detailed descriptions. We want you to get exactly what you expect-so read thoroughly and please ask questions prior to purchase. There will be a 25% restocking fee plus the full amount of our outgoing shipping charges on any return for any reason-no exceptions. Although minor changes in shipping are possible-Any alterations including adjustments, modifications or moving the truss rod, nut, bridge, saddles or anything else on or in the guitar-will void any return policies. Please call us first. We will not be liable for 2nd or 3rd party repair ‘bench’ fees. Again-call us first. If you have any technical questions just call us on the Draggin’ Guitars hotline: 785-766-8906. Again, we welcome your call with any questions-we want your experience to be the best it can be. Our track record and reputation is #1 (go team!)-But don’t take my word for it-view our feedback and see for yourself.