{"product_id":"2005-06-fender-japan-ajb-100dmc-aerodyne-jazz-bass-flame-red-dmc","title":"2005-06 Fender Japan AJB-100DMC Aerodyne Jazz Bass Flame Red DMC","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare top-spec Fender Japan AJB-100DMC Aerodyne Jazz Bass in Flame Red, featuring a highly figured flame maple top, matching headstock and factory DiMarzio Collection pickups.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the premium Japanese-market Aerodyne variants and is quite different from the much more common standard Aerodyne Jazz Bass. Instead of the usual solid-color body and P\/J pickup configuration, the AJB-100DMC was given a figured maple top over an alder body along with a traditional dual-Jazz pickup layout using Fender Japan's DiMarzio Collection Heavy Drive DCJ-2 pickups. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial number R074254 carries Fender's “Crafted in Japan” designation. Fender dates R-prefix CIJ instruments to approximately 2004-05, while surviving AJB-100DMC documentation places this model in the 2004-06 period. This appears to be an early example from that transitional period. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory specifications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlame maple top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlder body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBound Aerodyne carved-top body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaple neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250mm \/ approximately 9.8\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34\" scale length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual DiMarzio Collection Heavy Drive DCJ-2 pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume \/ Volume \/ Tone controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching Flame Red headstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChrome hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContoured neck heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial R074254\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DCJ-2 pickups were developed for Fender Japan's DiMarzio Collection and are one of the defining features of this model. Japanese dealers describe them as unusually high-output passive Jazz-style pickups with strong mids, a focused low end and plenty of attack. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flame Red finish is particularly striking on this example. The figured maple is visible across essentially the entire top, and the matching transparent-red headstock completes the look. Combined with the cream binding and mint-style pickguard, this is one of the most elaborate Aerodyne Jazz Bass configurations Fender Japan offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bass has just been cleaned and set up and plays great.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall condition is Very Good. There are normal light scratches and signs of use, but the bass presents extremely well overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main cosmetic issue is a noticeable linear dent\/finish impression on the back of the body near the upper cutaway area. It is clearly shown in the photos. There are also a few smaller marks consistent with normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frets show almost no visible wear and have a tremendous amount of life remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes the padded gig bag and Fender paperwork\/accessories shown in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a particularly desirable Aerodyne for someone who wants something beyond the standard production model: figured maple, transparent finish, matching headstock, full Jazz pickup configuration and the factory DiMarzio Collection electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Padded Gig Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 34“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 1.5“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFret Wear: 9.8\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12F (6th): .09“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12F (1st): .06“\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 9lbs 0.5oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition: 8\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool Factor: 11 out of 10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use recycled packaging for reduced environmental impact and ship all items 100% insured against loss or damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - Floor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54343677477228,"sku":"JGC-0249","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/DSC03172.jpg?v=1789049714","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/2005-06-fender-japan-ajb-100dmc-aerodyne-jazz-bass-flame-red-dmc","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}