{"product_id":"unknown-unknown-uni-218","title":"Vintage 1970s Made in Japan Bass Guitar Redburst w\/ Dual Pickups \u0026 Original Electronics","description":"\u003cp\u003eCool vintage MIJ bass with a lot of mojo and a very vibey late-60s \/ early-70s aesthetic. Freshly cleaned, restrung, and set up here in the shop. It plays nicely overall with comfortable, reasonable action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bass appears to retain its original pickups and electronics, including the unique dual slider controls and chrome-covered pickups. Really cool tortoise guard and redburst finish combination that gives it a very Teisco \/ Guyatone \/ early Yamaha-era Japanese look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition is good for its age with normal cosmetic wear throughout:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Scratches, dings, and finish wear from use \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Some oxidation\/patina on hardware \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Small chips and edge wear around the body \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e G string has noticeable first fret buzz open and at the first fret area. The note still rings and does not fret out, but the buzz is present. Beyond that, the neck plays well up the board. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fun vintage Japanese bass with tons of character that would work great for garage rock, indie, punk, recording, or anyone into quirky MIJ instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review photos carefully for condition details. Sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase: Gig Bag\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 30“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 1.7“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFret Wear: 9.5\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (4th): 6\/64“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (1st): 6\/64“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 7lbs 10oz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: 7\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCool Factor: 11 out of 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - PA-16-2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047271911788,"sku":"UNI-218","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/9e054904-021c-4ec2-a8ce-0f8ddaed5e96.jpg?v=1784430304","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/unknown-unknown-uni-218","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}