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  1. Fender Custom Shop - Sean Hurley 1961 3TSB Precision
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    For sale Fender Custom Shop - Sean Hurley 1961 3TSB Precision

    I picked this up recently and as phenomenal as it is I find I still prefer my de Gier Soulmate. Beautiful 3 tone sunburst and tortoise pickguard. Incredible thumpy goodness here. Comes w/original hard case, case candy, COA, shop floor traveller, etc. Previous owner swapped strap buttons but a...
    $3,600.00
  2. benjobass

    No longer available Fender Custom Shop - Sean Hurley 1961 3TSB Precision

    I picked this up recently and as phenomenal as it is I find I still prefer my de Gier Soulmate. Beautiful 3 tone sunburst and tortoise pickguard. Incredible thumpy goodness here. Comes w/original hard case, case candy, COA, shop floor traveller, etc. Previous owner swapped strap buttons but a...
  3. 2019 Fender ‘Flea’ Road Worn ‘61 Jazz Bass
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    For sale 2019 Fender ‘Flea’ Road Worn ‘61 Jazz Bass

    Hey low end friends! I’m the second owner of this 2019 Road Worn Fender ‘Flea’ Jazz Bass. 1961 Shell Pink Jazz Replica. As many of you know, some of the early years of this model had some neck stability issues, but they worked everything out by 2019 and this specific bass is rock solid...
    $1,000.00
  4. MattyMcMattface

    SOLD 2019 Fender ‘Flea’ Road Worn ‘61 Jazz Bass

    Hey low end friends! I’m the second owner of this 2019 Road Worn Fender ‘Flea’ Jazz Bass. 1961 Shell Pink Jazz Replica. As many of you know, some of the early years of this model had some neck stability issues, but they worked everything out by 2019 and this specific bass is rock solid...
  5. Fender Flea Roadworn Jazz
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    For sale Fender Flea Roadworn Jazz

    Up for sale is a mint condition Fender Roadworn Flea Jazz Bass in shell pink, a reissue based on Flea's 1961 stack-knob jazz, including the "relic" wear. This is one sweet bass. I worked with my Sweetwater sales rep to select an especially light weight version (well under 8 lbs) and have it set...
    $975.00
  6. August West

    SOLD Fender Flea Roadworn Jazz

    Up for sale is a mint condition Fender Roadworn Flea Jazz Bass in shell pink, a reissue based on Flea's 1961 stack-knob jazz, including the "relic" wear. This is one sweet bass. I worked with my Sweetwater sales rep to select an especially light weight version (well under 8 lbs) and have it set...
  7. OldFenderPlayer

    '61 Stack-Knob Jazz Bass for Sale in Richmond, Va.

    A few weeks ago I started a post after I saw a video of someone looking like the early 1960s Willie Nelson playing a stack-knob Jazz Bass. Now someone here in Richmond, Virginia has one for sale! Fender Jazz Bass 1961 Stack Knob I don't know if its legit, but the 18 photos are fun to look at.
  8. MoeTown1986

    1961 Fender Precision for sale. Fake?

    Found this for sale on Facebook Marketplace. Dude wants $5000 for it. Claims it’s an original 1961 Fender Precision. Serial number 59037. As far as I know, they only came with rosewood necks in 1961. Also, the body color looks way off. And why does it look like there is there no decal on the...
  9. B

    1961 Fender Precision Bass

    Hi Everybody, I’m about to put up for sale a 1961 Precision Bass for an Ill friend of mine. He’s owned it since 1975 and it’s in excellent all original condition. Before I list it I need to be sure that it is for sure a 1961 Fender Precision Bass. Can anyone tell me if there’s a way to date it...
  10. briandavismurph

    Fender 1961 or 1962?? Precision Bass Story

    I will keep this brief out of respect for your time. Pictures of the bass included for your reference. Pulled from a dumpster in Dekalb Illinois 1975 at the beginning of the NIU school year at which time I adopted it and take full responsibility for everything that has happened since that...
  11. 1961 Fender Precision - MINT !!!
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    For sale 1961 Fender Precision - MINT !!!

    This is an amazing playing and sounding bass ! All original except for a professional refinish- and possibly a re-fret. Weighing 8.0 lbs. Original case, covers, etc. It even has the original mute on the bridge cover! Thin , beautifully playing neck ! This is by far the best P Bass I have ever...
    $5,500.00
  12. basmn

    SOLD 1961 Fender Precision - MINT !!!

    This is an amazing playing and sounding bass ! All original except for a professional refinish- and possibly a re-fret. Weighing 8.0 lbs. Original case, covers, etc. It even has the original mute on the bridge cover! Thin , beautifully playing neck ! This is by far the best P Bass I have ever...
  13. RobTheRiot

    Old Ibanez fans - 1961 Ibanez model 1902

    Hi everyone, this isn’t really a NBD thread as I’ve had this for almost a year now, but I figured I’d share it as I think it’s truly an interesting bass and I had a hard time finding any quality information on it. After multiple google searches before buying to confirm its authenticity, I...
  14. 1961 Ampeg B15 Fliptop Bass Cab, No Head, Random Flair, Altec 418B 15" Speaker
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    For sale 1961 Ampeg B15 Fliptop Bass Cab, No Head, Random Flair, Altec 418B 15" Speaker

    $850 shipped Fedex, Paypal. More pics on Reverb: 1961 Ampeg B15 Fliptop Bass Cab, No Head, Random Flair, Altec 418B 15" Speaker Here's a very rare Ampeg B15 Fliptop cab - the models before '62 had the lovely "random flair" tolex (prior to blue diamond), and a more classic grill cloth. This...
    $850.00
  15. vintagio

    SOLD 1961 Ampeg B15 Fliptop Bass Cab, No Head, Random Flair, Altec 418B 15" Speaker

    $850 shipped Fedex, Paypal. More pics on Reverb: 1961 Ampeg B15 Fliptop Bass Cab, No Head, Random Flair, Altec 418B 15" Speaker Here's a very rare Ampeg B15 Fliptop cab - the models before '62 had the lovely "random flair" tolex (prior to blue diamond), and a more classic grill cloth. This...
  16. 1961 American Standard Upright Bass
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    For sale 1961 American Standard Upright Bass

    For Sale: beautiful original condition American Standard Bass from, I believe, 1961. The bass went unused and sat in a corner for most of the past 40 years except for the occasional West Marin Jam. When I bought it I had Matt Bohn take off the top (it looked beautiful and untouched inside)...
    $3,500.00
  17. flatback

    SOLD 1961 American Standard Upright Bass

    For Sale: beautiful original condition American Standard Bass from, I believe, 1961. The bass went unused and sat in a corner for most of the past 40 years except for the occasional West Marin Jam. When I bought it I had Matt Bohn take off the top (it looked beautiful and untouched inside)...
  18. Fender NAMM 2000 Custom Shop 1961 Precision Bass Relic - ALL REASONABLE OFFERS CONSIDERED!
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    For sale Fender NAMM 2000 Custom Shop 1961 Precision Bass Relic - ALL REASONABLE OFFERS CONSIDERED!

    I am listing my Fender Custom Shop 61 Precision Relic. I am not playing it these days and it needs to be played. It comes strung with Labella flat wounds. Black over sunburst finish. Looks like this was a NAMM bass. The body was done by J Cruz and the neck by Pollares. There is no case and what...
    $2,750.00
  19. Alehouse

    SOLD Fender NAMM 2000 Custom Shop 1961 Precision Bass Relic - ALL REASONABLE OFFERS CONSIDERED!

    I am listing my Fender Custom Shop 61 Precision Relic. I am not playing it these days and it needs to be played. It comes strung with Labella flat wounds. Black over sunburst finish. Looks like this was a NAMM bass. The body was done by J Cruz and the neck by Pollares. There is no case and what...
  20. 1961 Fender Jazz Bass (fretless)

    For sale 1961 Fender Jazz Bass (fretless)

    FOR SALE 1961 FENDER JAZZ BASS (fretless) $7500 Fretless conversion by HG Thor. HG Thor Epoxy Fretless Wow. Where do I start with this bass? Well, I always wanted a 1960 or 1961 fretless and decided to take my refinished player and make my ultimate bass. I had a guy who does...
    $7,500.00
  21. brutuscheezcake

    For Sale 1961 Fender Jazz Bass (fretless)

    FOR SALE 1961 FENDER JAZZ BASS (fretless) $7500 Fretless conversion by HG Thor. HG Thor Epoxy Fretless Wow. Where do I start with this bass? Well, I always wanted a 1960 or 1961 fretless and decided to take my refinished player and make my ultimate bass. I had a guy who does...
  22. OldSchool50

    Wanted Fender Showman, blonde -oxblood, circa 1961

    bump it again
  23. 1961 FENDER PRECISION BASS w/ OHSC
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    For sale 1961 FENDER PRECISION BASS w/ OHSC

    Please see my ad on reverb. Thanks! 1961 FENDER PRECISION BASS w/ OHSC | Musicofanatic
    $6,500.00
  24. M

    SOLD 1961 FENDER PRECISION BASS w/ OHSC

    Please see my ad on reverb. Thanks! 1961 FENDER PRECISION BASS w/ OHSC | Musicofanatic
  25. Yamaha BB5000A 5-string bass

    For sale Yamaha BB5000A 5-string bass

    Yamaha BB5000A 5-string bass with original HSC. This bass was owned by Jim Lacefield who played and recorded with the Jazz-fusion group Freeflight. I bought this bass from a classical bassist who had purchased it after Jim died. I bought it when I played with Freeflight from 1999-2006 but...
    $1,200.00
  26. Timothy Emmons

    For Sale Yamaha BB5000A 5-string bass

    Yamaha BB5000A 5-string bass with original HSC. This bass was owned by Jim Lacefield who played and recorded with the Jazz-fusion group Freeflight. I bought this bass from a classical bassist who had purchased it after Jim died. I bought it when I played with Freeflight from 1999-2006 but...
  27. F

    1961 B-15N, new problem with my power tubes and sparking...

    So this issue is totally unrelated to my B-18N problem with seemingly unbalanced power tubes, this is a new issue I found today on my early B-15N. I'd better give the full story, in case there are important clues: Got this B-15N a few months ago and it functioned just fine, to a point... not...
  28. 1961 vintage pre-CBS Fender neck plate

    For sale 1961 vintage pre-CBS Fender neck plate

    fits Precision bass, Jazz bass, Stratocaster, Telecaster, Jazzmaster. 100% original. Excellent condition. 60594 (serial number)
    $350.00
  29. MarieZvintage

    For Sale 1961 vintage pre-CBS Fender neck plate

    fits Precision bass, Jazz bass, Stratocaster, Telecaster, Jazzmaster. 100% original. Excellent condition. 60594 (serial number)
  30. Z

    Help needed! 1961 Framus Star Bass 5/150 wiring diagram

    I just bought a 61 Framus 5/150 Star Bass to restore. I need to clean the crackling volume pot etc and removed the control plate behind the scratch plate. 3 wires have come loose and I can't find were they were connected. I have scanned the web for wiring diagrams and have taken the bass to a...
  31. Snaxster

    An auction of "James Jamerson Owned and Played 1961 Fender Precision Bass..."

    Thanks to this thread, I found this listing by an auction house: James Jamerson Owned and Played 1961 Fender Precision Bass... And I thought that it deserved the chance of more visibility here.* Because if it's the real thing, then it is very special. * Snaxster has no affiliation with the...
  32. PolkaHero

    1961 Fender Jazz Update: Finished Product

    It was two months ago I found a '61 Fender Jazz at an estate sale, here's my previous thread: I Think I Just Bought A '62 Jazz?! I just got it back from my luthier yesterday, big thanks to Koontz Guitar Repair in Detroit, MI for doing the dirty work. I just completed more detailing (mostly...
  33. MUST SELL - 1961 Fender Custom Shop Jazz "Closet Classic"
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    For sale MUST SELL - 1961 Fender Custom Shop Jazz "Closet Classic"

    1961 Fender Custom Shop Jazz "Closet Classic" DROPPED FROM $2400 to $2200 to $2150 to $1950 OBO (+ Actual shipping) Hand-selected premium alder body Nitrocellulose lacquer finish Quartersawn maple neck with 1960 "U" shape Dark Indian rosewood fingerboard 7.25" playing radius Vintage frets...
    $1,950.00
  34. Soundworks

    SOLD MUST SELL - 1961 Fender Custom Shop Jazz "Closet Classic"

    1961 Fender Custom Shop Jazz "Closet Classic" DROPPED FROM $2400 to $2200 to $2150 to $1950 OBO (+ Actual shipping) Hand-selected premium alder body Nitrocellulose lacquer finish Quartersawn maple neck with 1960 "U" shape Dark Indian rosewood fingerboard 7.25" playing radius Vintage frets...
  35. SADOWSKY NYC VINTAGE P/J 5 - Brazilian Rosewood
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    For sale SADOWSKY NYC VINTAGE P/J 5 - Brazilian Rosewood

    This is an awesome bass. Sadly, I have to raise funds for a new computer purchase. Sadowsky NYC Vintage 5-21 - Olympic white - Brazilian rosewood finger board - Unmodified / stock electronics - Tort & White pick guards included - 21 frets - 8 lb 5 oz - Original Sadowsky Hard Case Bass is in...
    $3,950.00
  36. Soundworks

    SOLD SADOWSKY NYC VINTAGE P/J 5 - Brazilian Rosewood

    This is an awesome bass. Sadly, I have to raise funds for a new computer purchase. Sadowsky NYC Vintage 5-21 - Olympic white - Brazilian rosewood finger board - Unmodified / stock electronics - Tort & White pick guards included - 21 frets - 8 lb 5 oz - Original Sadowsky Hard Case Bass is in...
  37. M

    Hofner bass from 61

    I have this Hofner bass supposedly from 61. Unoriginal tuning pegs and No guard otherwise original. Weird controls compared to 1961 Hofner i have seen. Anyone know anything?
  38. Price drop $525 1961 Gibson EBO(Watt inspired)
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    For sale Price drop $525 1961 Gibson EBO(Watt inspired)

    My 1961 EBO with Schaller roller bridge and Legacy/Lane Poor p/u. Numerous dings, scratches, discoloration and gouges. Non original tuners were on the bass when I bought it as was the bridge p/u route. E tuner has a bent post but functions properly. My luthier told me the truss rod is loose but...
    $625.00
  39. Plake

    No longer available Price drop $525 1961 Gibson EBO(Watt inspired)

    My 1961 EBO with Schaller roller bridge and Legacy/Lane Poor p/u. Numerous dings, scratches, discoloration and gouges. Non original tuners were on the bass when I bought it as was the bridge p/u route. E tuner has a bent post but functions properly. My luthier told me the truss rod is loose but...
  40. spellcaster

    Wanted Parts wanted for late 50's early 60's Fender P-Bass

    Hey guys, I'm looking for an original wiring harness or a set of matching pots and cap for a pre-cbs 1960 P-Bass. Please email me at [email protected] or call or text 703 625-2031 Thanks!!!