{"product_id":"2021-fender-japan-mij-traditional-late-60s-jazz-bass-lake-placid-blue-matching-headstock-block-inlays-mint","title":"2021 Fender Japan MIJ Traditional Late ’60s Jazz Bass – Lake Placid Blue Matching Headstock | Block Inlays | Mint","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"127\"\u003eFor Sale: 2021 Fender Japan MIJ Traditional Late ’60s Jazz Bass – Lake Placid Blue Matching Headstock | Block Inlays | Mint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"291\"\u003eUp for sale is a 2021 Fender Made in Japan Traditional Late ’60s Jazz Bass in Lake Placid Blue with matching headstock, complete with the original Fender gig bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eThis is a very cool vintage-inspired Fender Japan Jazz Bass that captures the look and feel of the late-’60s era extremely well. With its matching Lake Placid Blue headstock, bound rosewood fingerboard, block inlays, and vintage-style lollipop tuners, it delivers one of the most desirable visual combinations Fender ever offered on a Jazz Bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eThese MIJ Traditional series instruments are highly regarded for their fit, finish, and consistency, and this one is an especially clean example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eMint – 10\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5a62dm\" data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eExceptionally clean example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aldcdy\" data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eNo notable wear to mention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"73z811\" data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e100% original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h1ve7a\" data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eNo cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hs31wx\" data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eNeck is straight and stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5vrxh3\" data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eFrets are perfect with no visible wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wg0fvx\" data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003eProfessionally set up and plays flawlessly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q55g1a\" data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eModel: Fender MIJ Traditional Late ’60s Jazz Bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ema4v0\" data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eYear: 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q2ndyx\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eMade in Japan (MIJ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"138g5jt\" data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eSerial Number: JD21014660\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hodn5i\" data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eFinish: Lake Placid Blue with Matching Headstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dcwvng\" data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eBody: Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9arc84\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eNeck: Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10b5jnv\" data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eNeck Profile: Late-’60s Style “U” Shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jer9sv\" data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood, Bound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zm2jvk\" data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eInlays: Pearloid Blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hbxwx6\" data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eRadius: 9.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r5ny9f\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eScale Length: 34\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qmof5v\" data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eNut Width: 1.50\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10bdpbx\" data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eNeck Depth: .83\" at the 1st fret, .96\" at the 12th fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fmfru\" data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eFrets: 20 Vintage-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fdmdch\" data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003ePickups: Fender Premium Vintage-Style ’60s Single-Coil Jazz Bass Pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ljc7d\" data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eControls: Volume 1, Volume 2, Master Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9xpy0j\" data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eBridge: 4-Saddle Vintage-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u7g1xn\" data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eTuners: Vintage-Style Lollipop Tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hh15vf\" data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eHardware: Nickel \/ Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u5qg6z\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eWeight: 9 lbs 8 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p0bvas\" data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eCase: Original Fender Gig Bag Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nz0rbq\" data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eElectronics \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eOne of the standout aspects of this bass is the classic late-’60s visual package. The matching headstock, bound fingerboard, block inlays, and lollipop tuners give it an unmistakable vintage Fender aesthetic that players and collectors love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eFender Japan also did a great job balancing vintage styling with practical modern playability. The 9.5\" radius makes the bass feel a little easier and more comfortable to navigate compared to stricter vintage-spec instruments, while still retaining classic Jazz Bass feel and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003eThe vintage-style pickups deliver the articulate, punchy, and dynamic Jazz Bass response players expect, with excellent clarity and note definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"q9glqy\" data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003eTone \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003eThis bass has the classic Jazz Bass sound—tight lows, clear highs, strong mids, and excellent articulation. It works beautifully across a wide range of styles including rock, funk, pop, soul, indie, and studio work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003eThe neck feels smooth and comfortable, and the bound rosewood board gives the instrument a particularly refined and classy overall feel. At 9 lbs 8 oz, it has a solid, balanced feel without being overly heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6j2f6f\" data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003eTransparency \u0026amp; Photos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003eAs with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear. We don’t just describe the condition — we show it in detail so there are no surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3415\" data-end=\"3501\"\u003eMany customers tell us our instruments often arrive in better condition than expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3506\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"929d50\" data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003eWhy Buy From Guitar Chimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3677\"\u003eWith over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3679\" data-end=\"3770\"\u003eEvery instrument is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"3973\"\u003eWe are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars and basses all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3975\" data-end=\"4063\"\u003eBuy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4138\"\u003e📞 Call\/Text: (801) 317-9013\u003cbr data-start=\"4093\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003e💬 Message anytime — always happy to help!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4143\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4145\" data-end=\"4334\"\u003eThis 2021 Fender MIJ Traditional Late ’60s Jazz Bass in Lake Placid Blue is a stunning, mint-condition example with matching headstock, block inlays, and classic Fender Japan craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4336\" data-end=\"4417\"\u003e🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp\u003cbr data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4363\"\u003eProviding The Finest Guitars, Basses \u0026amp; Amps Since 2006\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42243936354359,"sku":"052026gtr9","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_3548_8ccc2d91-8f47-4fc0-946b-c1afb190f321.jpg?v=1779417713","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/2021-fender-japan-mij-traditional-late-60s-jazz-bass-lake-placid-blue-matching-headstock-block-inlays-mint","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}