Up for sale is a rare, player-grade 1997 Made in Japan (MIJ) Fender Noel Redding Signature Jazz Bass in a classic 3-Tone Sunburst finish. Released in very limited numbers (371/1000 Made) in the late '90s, this model is a brilliant tribute to the Jimi Hendrix Experience bassist's iconic 1965 Jazz Bass.

If you know MIJ Fenders from this era, you already know the build quality, fretwork, and attention to detail are top-tier—easily rivaling US production models of the same time.

Condition & Playability

This bass is a true player’s instrument. It has been gigged and loved, and it wears its history proudly. It features honest play wear, including various surface marks, minor dings, and small imperfections across the body that give it an authentic, naturally relic’d mojo.

• Neck & Frets: The neck feels fantastic, featuring that comfortable, slim '60s Jazz profile. The frets still have plenty of life left in them, and the rosewood fingerboard feels great under the fingers.
• Electronics & Hardware: All electronics are clean, fully functional, and deliver that signature growling, punchy, vintage Jazz Bass tone Noel was famous for.

Features & Specs

• Year: 1997
• Country of Origin: Japan (MIJ)
• Model: Noel Redding Signature Jazz Bass
• Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
• Controls: Volume/Volume/Tone
• Signature: Noel Redding’s signature is featured on the headstock, and it includes the distinct signature neck plate. The Pick-Guard has his live autograph/signature, but it has faded and is only visible in certain angle/light.

Shipping & Questions

The bass will be packed securely in a hard case (not original) and shipped fully insured. Please look closely at the photos to check out the wear marks and imperfections mentioned above. If you want a pristine closet classic, this isn't it—but if you want a killer, gig-tested signature MIJ Jazz Bass with tons of character and incredible vibe, you'll love this thing.

Feel free to reach out with any questions or if you want to see a specific angle. Thanks for looking!