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Post subject: Finding a Jazz body for a vintage neck
Posted: Fri Apr 22, 2011 4:14 pm
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I've got a genuine vintage 1968/1972 neck (refinished with date stamp removed, but otherwise original and authentic.)

I'd like to get a body for this to build out a complete bass. I've been monitoring eBay closely, but the true vintage are out of my price range, and I keep "just missing" the other items.

What I really want is a body that looks like this, a Fender Custom Shop Jazz Bass Body 3 Tone Burst Relic
    The characteristics I am after:
  • USA sourced
  • Nitro finish
  • Sunburst
  • Alder body
  • Not too artificially relic-ed (but used is definitely OK)
  • 4.5 - 5.5 lbs.


I am just exploring other alternatives. For examples, I've looked at Warmoth, USAGC, and AllParts. I have also tried seeking out people who do finishes (most I've found via the internet are focused on vintage refinishing, with a corresponding price tag)

I am also monitoring TalkBass Classifieds for Jazz Bass bodies.

Can anyone here suggest any other route to consider? My budget is in the $400 - $800 range.

I'd appreciate any suggestions on sourcing a Jazz body to make this a complete bass.


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Post subject: Re: Finding a Jazz body for a vintage neck
Posted: Fri Apr 22, 2011 6:38 pm
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This fellow is my "go-to" guy for custom Fender work......

http://www.ronkirn.com/

If Ron can't help you, nobody can. His quality is impeccable and his prices are reasonable.

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Arjay

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