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[SN S8850781] USED Fender / 1978 Jazz Bass, White [03]

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Fender / 1978 · vintage, per listing

[SN S8850781] USED Fender / 1978 Jazz Bass, White [03]

$3,585

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Last observed 28 Oct 2026. Confirm current availability with the seller.

Brand in listing
Fender
Category
Bass guitar
Condition
Used
Source country
JP
Year in seller's title
1978
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Seller's description

A 1978 Jazz Bass has arrived. When discussing the quintessential sound of the electric bass, the late-’70s Jazz Bass is a name that always comes up. The 1978 model, in particular, is the object of many bassists’ admiration as it evokes the iconic sound pioneered by Marcus Miller. Upon arrival, this instrument had a crack in the nut, so we have replaced it. The wiring for the front pickup had come loose, so we reattached it; however, there were no signs that the potentiometer or pickup had been replaced. The pot dates—137-7849 x3—indicate it was manufactured in 1978. The serial number on the pickguard matches the headstock serial number, confirming it is original. Since the instrument arrived, one of the holes in the neck joint plate had become too large for the screw to fit securely, so a washer was inserted to resolve the issue. Weighing in at 4.24 kg, it is relatively light for an instrument of this era. This guitar was previously owned by a player; it is in good condition and well-set up, with no noticeable protrusion at the 1st-fret block position. Additionally, there is very little gap on the side of the neck joint, making this a guitar with a high level of craftsmanship right from the start. While there are some signs of wear consistent with its age, such as cracks, this is a guitar we’d love to see played hard. If you’re looking for a playable ’70s Jazz Bass, this is definitely one you should try out. Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use Serial Number: S8850781 Year of Manufacture: 1978 Country of Manufacture: USA Case: Hard Case Weight: 4.25 kg Truss Rod: No issues Fret Wear: Note: While the frets can still be filed down, they are on the low side Nut width: 38.8 mm Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.1 mm Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 25.4 mm Scale: 864 mm (34") Radius: 184 mm (7.25") Strings at Setup: D'Addario EXL165 / .045-.105 set Repairs/Maintenance: Nut replacement * As this is a used

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