60s

  1. Fender MIM Classic Series 60s Jazz Bass body Sunburst Nitro Lacquer

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    For sale Fender MIM Classic Series 60s Jazz Bass body Sunburst Nitro Lacquer

    Up for sale is a really nice Fender MIM Classic Series Jazz bass body in what I would call a tobacco/brown sunburst with nitrocellulose lacquer finish. It's reasonably light at approximately 5 lbs even. Fully built out it was about a 9 lbs bass. It served me well for a few years but I have since...
    $320.00
    or best offer
  2. old school style Wilkinson black tuners
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    For sale old school style Wilkinson black tuners

    These tuners are able to be easily reverses so they can be lefty, 2+2, 4 inline lefty or righty. Non taper posts, long stems. Bushing but not all the black screws. I have chrome screws I can include. $35 shipped conus
    $35.00
  3. 2019 Fender American Original 60s Jazz Bass in Sonic Blue *MINT!*
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    For sale 2019 Fender American Original 60s Jazz Bass in Sonic Blue *MINT!*

    Offering up my beautiful 2019 American Original Jazz Bass in gorgeous Sonic Blue (best Fender color, anyone?) She's in mint condition with the original hard case (including all case candy and the ashtray bridge cover which I do not have installed currently) and has never left my climate...
    $1,450.00
  4. Last price cut: DiMarzio Sixties Jazz set

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    For sale Last price cut: DiMarzio Sixties Jazz set

    DiMarzio Sixties Jazz set in black. Never installed, these are brand new. I only broke the tape on the box to make sure everything was there. $150 shipped CONUS, or trade for Model P/J set in similar shape. SOLD: Seymour Duncan Custom Shop "Weather Report" Jazz set, AKA the Jaco set. Installed...
    $150.00
    or best offer
  5. Evan J

    NBD: A Question about Mustangs

    Meet the mini me: I am leaning that I love split coil pickups and sunbursts. But I have question… Do Mustangs naturally have a “chorus-y” sound? I am noticing that on some frets the note that sounds acoustically is a bit different than what sounds through the pickups. Almost like there are...
  6. Fender Vintera II '60s Jazz Bass - Black with Rosewood Fingerboard, HUGE UPGRADES
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    For trade Fender Vintera II '60s Jazz Bass - Black with Rosewood Fingerboard, HUGE UPGRADES

    I'm selling my Fender Vintera II '60s Jazz Bass in black with a rosewood fingerboard. I bought it new in December and have made some great upgrades: Pickups: Lollar Jazz Bass pickups Tuners: Gotoh Res-O-Lite vintage tuners Neck: Professionally Plek'd for perfect fretwork Shielding: Copper...
  7. rowdyraul

    TRADED Fender Vintera II '60s Jazz Bass - Black with Rosewood Fingerboard, HUGE UPGRADES

    I'm selling my Fender Vintera II '60s Jazz Bass in black with a rosewood fingerboard. I bought it new in December and have made some great upgrades: Pickups: Lollar Jazz Bass pickups Tuners: Gotoh Res-O-Lite vintage tuners Neck: Professionally Plek'd for perfect fretwork Shielding: Copper...
  8. Kapa Continental Bass 1960s - Translucent Red
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    For sale Kapa Continental Bass 1960s - Translucent Red

    $600 shipped, I'd consider any trade of equal value. KAPA Guitars was founded in 1963 by a Dutch immigrant named Koob Veneman. These guitars were assembled in Maryland with parts mostly made in Germany by Hofner. Comes with original case! This thing is pretty much stock. Will come with...
    $600.00
    $500.00
  9. Continuum

    For Sale/Trade Kapa Continental Bass 1960s - Translucent Red

    $600 shipped, I'd consider any trade of equal value. KAPA Guitars was founded in 1963 by a Dutch immigrant named Koob Veneman. These guitars were assembled in Maryland with parts mostly made in Germany by Hofner. Comes with original case! This thing is pretty much stock. Will come with...
  10. 2006 Fender American Vintage ‘62 Reissue Precision Bass with Aguilar 60s Pickup
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    For sale 2006 Fender American Vintage ‘62 Reissue Precision Bass with Aguilar 60s Pickup

    Beautifully playing Fender AVRI Precision Bass from 2006 Purchased from the tech from the Strokes late last year. They've had it in their arsenal since 2006 so cool history! Shortly after I had an Aguilar 60s Precision pickup installed and professionally shielded. Helped with volume...
    $1,700.00
  11. brogandutcher

    SOLD 2006 Fender American Vintage ‘62 Reissue Precision Bass with Aguilar 60s Pickup

    Beautifully playing Fender AVRI Precision Bass from 2006 Purchased from the tech from the Strokes late last year. They've had it in their arsenal since 2006 so cool history! Shortly after I had an Aguilar 60s Precision pickup installed and professionally shielded. Helped with volume...
  12. "PRICE DROP* Fender Vintera 60s Jazz Bass pickups ONLY (loaded plate SOLD separately)
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    For sale "PRICE DROP* Fender Vintera 60s Jazz Bass pickups ONLY (loaded plate SOLD separately)

    *Note: Sold the control plate separately. Just the stock 60s Vintera pickups remain. They sound great and have plenty of lead wire remaining. Pulled from a 60s Vintera Bass. There's a bit of messy soldering on the 250K CTS pots, but they work fine. A previous owner added copper tape to the...
    $45.00
  13. deesonic

    SOLD "PRICE DROP* Fender Vintera 60s Jazz Bass pickups ONLY (loaded plate SOLD separately)

    *Note: Sold the control plate separately. Just the stock 60s Vintera pickups remain. They sound great and have plenty of lead wire remaining. Pulled from a 60s Vintera Bass. There's a bit of messy soldering on the 250K CTS pots, but they work fine. A previous owner added copper tape to the...
  14. Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s - Only 7.8lbs!!
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    For sale Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s - Only 7.8lbs!!

    Here is an absolutely beautiful Gibson Les Paul Standard. Desert Burst finish with a very nice figured top. Overall, this guitar is in excellent condition, with almost no issues too speak about. As silly as it sounds, I'm selling this guitar because it's TOO nice. I prefer a banger, workhorse...
    $2,250.00
  15. Corevalay

    SOLD Gibson Les Paul Standard 60s - Only 7.8lbs!!

    Here is an absolutely beautiful Gibson Les Paul Standard. Desert Burst finish with a very nice figured top. Overall, this guitar is in excellent condition, with almost no issues too speak about. As silly as it sounds, I'm selling this guitar because it's TOO nice. I prefer a banger, workhorse...
  16. PBassAcidJazz

    Fender American Original 60s or American Standard Jazz Bass?

    Hi all, I've been experimenting with Jazz basses. I currently have a 2015 Fender American Standard Jazz bass, but I'm very seriously looking at purchasing a mint condition American Orginal 60s Jazz bass online. Anyone have experience with both these basses and could offer advice on how these...
  17. B

    are non master volume bass amps a thing?

    I know that there are noticeable differences is terms of dynamics and response with guitar amps and many players would actually prefer non master volume amps. There are many examples on youtube showcasing the hearable difference, let alone the difference in feel. Have you had experiences with a...
  18. HAGSTROM VIKING BASS GUITAR.
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    For sale HAGSTROM VIKING BASS GUITAR.

    Hagstrom Viking Bass Guitar. Like new. Cherry color. And never been to a gig. Still has plastic on pickup covers. May be a few superficial scuffs from handling but overall excellent condition. Short scale but full sized bass. Great tonal variations and solid build quality. Currently lists at GC...
    $675.00
  19. Billy-Brad

    SOLD HAGSTROM VIKING BASS GUITAR.

    Hagstrom Viking Bass Guitar. Like new. Cherry color. And never been to a gig. Still has plastic on pickup covers. May be a few superficial scuffs from handling but overall excellent condition. Short scale but full sized bass. Great tonal variations and solid build quality. Currently lists at GC...
  20. bassbourne

    Squier CV 60s P vs Squier Late 50s P?

    Have decided to get a Squier P bass. Have found two from the same store (60s CV and Late 50s). Both a good weight and good build. Store is too far for me to compare in person, but the owner has a good reputation for choosing quality basses and has answered all my questions. I was just wondering...
  21. thefunkybassist

    Fender AV II 1966 vs. Fender AO 60s Jazz Bass pickups

    I'm considering getting a Vintage 60s Jazz Bass as a replacement for my Sandberg TT4 and the Original series with the Pure Vintage 64 pickups has by far the best tone in my opinion: punchy low mids and a bit of bark when digging in. The Original series have been discontinued I guess, although...
  22. captainofsmooth

    NBD- Mother Always Said Use Protection

    Ok, so the title will make sense in a bit. Anyhow… have you ever wanted to own a Pre-CBS 1960 Jazz Bass, but just could never in a million years afford it? Yeah, me too. So I assembled my own take on one! It turned out pretty great, imo. I had a lot of fun putting this one together. Here’s what...
  23. Fender pre-CBS Parts for '64 JB

    Wanted Fender pre-CBS Parts for '64 JB

    Hey folks I'm looking for a few original parts for a '64 JB. I've included photos of the exact parts I'm looking for as reference. Hit me up if you have any like this! 3x strap buttons w/ screws 1x thumb rest w/ screws Thanks!
  24. OnTheDownLow

    [Poll] Who is truly interested in a 70s Precision reissue?

    My recent NBD post really got me thinking. If Fender were to make an accurate late 60s / early 70s Precision Bass reissue with the correct overall specs, period accurate finishes, and U.S. made, Who would be interested in picking one up? I have posted about this very topic multiple times, it...
  25. 60s_bass_focus

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    60s Conrad (I think) bass
  26. Aguilar 60s Precision Bass pickup set
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    For sale Aguilar 60s Precision Bass pickup set

    Selling this set of Aguilar AG 4P-60 Precision bass pickups. Full leads left. Will ship in original box. Working perfectly. Great 60's P Bass tone! Will sell for $110 shipped CONUS. Your search for that classic '60s vibe and feel in your precision bass pickup has come to an end. By staying...
    $110.00
  27. neilshane

    SOLD Aguilar 60s Precision Bass pickup set

    Selling this set of Aguilar AG 4P-60 Precision bass pickups. Full leads left. Will ship in original box. Working perfectly. Great 60's P Bass tone! Will sell for $110 shipped CONUS. Your search for that classic '60s vibe and feel in your precision bass pickup has come to an end. By staying...
  28. 1967 Fender Precision Bass, original
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    For sale 1967 Fender Precision Bass, original

    1967 Fender Precision bass The bass retains all its original parts Including pickups , volume and tone controls , tuning keys , pick guard, bridge, Neck plate, Knobs, etc; Parts that are not original are Nut: (but has a new one made out of bone like original). Frets: Has been refreted at...
    $4,599.00
  29. jessmann

    SOLD 1967 Fender Precision Bass, original

    1967 Fender Precision bass The bass retains all its original parts Including pickups , volume and tone controls , tuning keys , pick guard, bridge, Neck plate, Knobs, etc; Parts that are not original are Nut: (but has a new one made out of bone like original). Frets: Has been refreted at...
  30. bon viesta

    who used fender bassman amps in the 60???

    following my controversial thread about wanting to put better bass speakers into those 2x12 bassman cabinets, it made me wonder… who even used bassman amps in the 1960s? you know… as a bass amp. i believe paul mccartney used one on many occasions in the studio, from 1965-1966. and maybe rick...
  31. antfarm

    Squier FSR Classic Vibe 60s Precision Bass with matching headstock

    I found this at Thomann Germany, looks nice. https://www.thomann.de/intl/fender_fsr_cv_60s_p_bass_lrl_mh_snb.htm
  32. bassbourne

    Which bass guitar most defines the sound of the 60s?

    I am going through a bit of a 60s music phase (again) and I started wondering which bass guitar most defines that sound. I'm mostly interested in comparing the impact of the Precision vs Jazz on the decade seeing as they were still the most popular, however I am aware that there were plenty of...
  33. MustangMan78

    Want a NordyMute...17.5mm string spacing on my MIJ Mustang Bass?

    Okay, string spacing was never something I thought about until my recent renewed interest in learning how to play a bass like a bass player. I'm looking to order a NordyMute and was like, "wait, all 4 string basses aren't the same?" Forgive my ignorance. I proceeded to break out the old ruler...
  34. bon viesta

    what pickups for the most accurate, true to form 60s p bass sound.

    not hot, not overwound, not “beefed up”, just the most honest and ‘true to the 60’s’ p bass pickups. i’ve found some promising looking pickups from schuyler dean, but everyone seems to rage about 62 p bass pickups. which one, or maybe there’s another one out there, would be the most accurate if...
  35. bon viesta

    can i see some custom color p basses???

    sunburst and tort is always good, but does anyone have any pictures of custom color p basses on hand?? dakota red, lake placid blue, candy apple red, surf green, black, etc etc etc. anything on those old fender catalogs. especially if they still have the covers on :drool: this is my second photo...
  36. bon viesta

    vintage fender uses... 6150 frets?

    you usually see vintage fender basses with those skinny little 6230 frets, but whenever you see a vintage fender that says “original frets” in the listing... they’re big and fat! i’ve used my obviously genius deduction skills (also known as looking at pictures) to come to the conclusion that...
  37. bon viesta

    vintage flatwound string silk end colors

    getting real real real nitty gritty here, but bear with me. i have a new jazz bass project underway, i’m trying to build a time machine parts jazz bass from about circa 1969. i’m wondering what color various string silk colors were from 1969, because i’m sure they change a lot. if anyone knows...
  38. American Vintage Hot Rod 60s Precision
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    For sale American Vintage Hot Rod 60s Precision

    Selling a gorgeous AVHR 60s P. Possible the nicest playing Fender P I’ve laid hands on - this neck alone is custom shop quality at least! Couple of very minor cosmetic blemishes but nothing major. Even has been copper -shielded and recently setup. Ships in original G&G case with 99% of the...
    $1,500.00
  39. JoeDoe

    SOLD American Vintage Hot Rod 60s Precision

    Selling a gorgeous AVHR 60s P. Possible the nicest playing Fender P I’ve laid hands on - this neck alone is custom shop quality at least! Couple of very minor cosmetic blemishes but nothing major. Even has been copper -shielded and recently setup. Ships in original G&G case with 99% of the...
  40. Karli

    What I love about FUZZ / Fuzz-Love-Thread

    What I love about FUZZ I hope it is ok that I start a thread like this. Cause I know there are a lot of Fuzz-related threads out there. But I just wanned to write a few things about my love regarding the FUZZ, as I just realized while writing something about Tim Bogert, Jack Bruce and those...