For Sale: 2013 Fender Japan MIJ JB62 '62 Jazz Bass All Black w/ Gig Bag

Up for sale is a 2013 Fender Made in Japan JB62 '62 Jazz Bass "All Black", complete with a gig bag.

The All Black JB62 is one of Fender Japan's coolest and most distinctive Jazz Bass models. Based on the classic 1962 Jazz Bass reissue, this limited-production variant takes the vintage design in a stealthy modern direction with an all-black finish, matching black headstock, black-finished neck, black pickguard, and smoked chrome hardware. The result is an incredibly sleek and understated look that sets it apart from virtually every other Jazz Bass Fender has produced.

As with many Fender Japan special models, these rarely appear on the market and have become increasingly desirable among collectors and players alike.

Condition

Very Good – 8.5/10

• Light surface scratches
• A few small dings from normal use
• Minor clear coat discoloration on the back of the neck
• Clear coat finish cracking around the neck plate on the back of the body

The clear coat discoloration on the neck is cosmetic only and cannot be felt whatsoever. Likewise, the finish cracking around the neck plate is confined to the clear coat and is purely cosmetic, with no impact on the structural integrity or playability of the bass.

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

The bass is all original with no cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues.

The neck is straight, the original frets are in excellent condition with minimal wear, and the bass has been professionally set up by our in-house luthier. It plays cleanly up and down the neck with no buzzing or dead spots.

A gig bag is included.

Specifications

• Model: Fender Japan JB62 '62 Jazz Bass All Black
• Year: 2013
• Made in Japan (MIJ)
• Serial Number: JD13000490
• Finish: All Black
• Body: Basswood
• Neck: Maple (Black Finish)
• Neck Profile: Slim '60s Oval
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Radius: 7.25"
• Scale Length: 34"
• Frets: 20 Vintage-Style
• Nut Width: 1.52"
• Neck Depth: .85" at the 1st Fret
• Neck Depth: 1.00" at the 12th Fret
• Pickups: Original Fender Japan JB Single-Coils
• Controls: Volume, Volume, Master Tone
• Bridge: Vintage-Style 4-Saddle
• Tuners: Vintage Reverse Gear
• Hardware: Smoked Chrome
• Weight: 8 lbs 4 oz
• Case: Gig Bag

Electronics & Features

The JB62 stays true to the classic passive Jazz Bass formula with a pair of Fender Japan single-coil pickups that deliver the articulate, punchy tone that has made the Jazz Bass one of the most recorded basses in history.

The real standout, however, is the exclusive All Black aesthetic. Fender didn't simply finish the body in black—they carried the theme throughout the entire instrument with a matching black headstock, black-painted neck, black pickguard, and smoked chrome hardware. It's one of the cleanest and most aggressive-looking Jazz Basses Fender Japan has ever produced.

Combined with the vintage-correct 7.25" radius and slim '60s neck profile, it offers classic feel with a truly unique visual identity.

Tone & Feel

This bass delivers everything players expect from a great Jazz Bass—tight lows, articulate mids, and crisp, clear highs with the unmistakable Jazz Bass growl.

The neck pickup produces warm, full-bodied vintage tones, while the bridge pickup adds focused punch and bite. Blending the two delivers the classic Jazz Bass sound heard on countless recordings across every genre.

The slim '60s neck feels fast and comfortable, while the lightweight 8 lb 4 oz body makes this an exceptionally comfortable bass for long rehearsals and performances.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the exact instrument—no stock photos.

At the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any cosmetic wear.

We don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many customers tell us our instruments often arrive in better condition than expected.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.

Every bass is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

We are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars and basses around the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.

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This 2013 Fender Japan MIJ JB62 '62 Jazz Bass All Black is a rare, all-original example that combines classic vintage Jazz Bass tone with one of the coolest factory finishes Fender Japan has ever produced. If you've been looking for an All Black model, this is an exceptionally clean one.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp

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