Reviewer (name, number of years experience)
Manufacturer Fender/Japan
Model '97 Noel Redding Re-issue Jazz Bass
Price $750.00

Fingerboard Rosewood/Fretted
Body Type Alder/three
Finish Three color vintage sunburst
Pickup(s) Passive/Vintage J-Pich-ups

The bass looks very true to an old Jazz bass. I have seen some re-issue tortise shell pick guards that look like shredded confetti pieces of pizza; however, this one looks true to form. The neck feels great. The bass balances perfectly and although it is very light, feels solid. The sound is OK but I am considering the installation of Seymore Duncan antiquity pickups. I love the Japanese finish as it looks like a vintage job without being overly "thick and glossy" like the more expensive U.S. examples.


Construction 95%
Playability 95%
Appearance 100%
Sound 95%
Value 100%
Overall 97%

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