1964 Fender Jazz Bass Black Refin Pre-CBS w/HSC

1964 Fender Jazz Bass In Black Finish

Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Professionally Refinished In Black Nitrocellulose Lacquer And Hand-Aged, Complete With Checking, Various Dings And Wear Marks As Shown

Pro Repaired Headstock Crack Is Solid And Does Not Impact Tuning Or Overall Playability

Original Frets Show Heavy Play Wear, Currently Playable As-Is, Will Benefit From Fret Job In The Future

Made In Fullerton, CA

Solid Alder Body

Maple Neck With Curved Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard And Clay Dot Inlay

Original Grey Bottom Single-Coil Pickups, New Foam Risers Underneath

Original Electronics, Pots Date To 40th Weeks Of 1964 (See Photos)

Original Celluloid Nitrate Tortoiseshell Pickguard Shows Some Shrinking, But No Cracks Or Damage

Original Threaded-Saddle Bridge And Reverse-Winding Tuners

34" Scale Length

1.5" Nut Width

'C' Shape Neck Profile

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.77"

Neck Depth At 12th Fret: 0.94"

Weighs 9lbs 1oz

Comes As Shown With Non-Original Fender Hard Shell Case

More Photos Available On Our Website

The Fender Jazz Bass is widely regarded as one of the finest vintage bass guitars ever made, prized for both its exceptional tone and elegant design. Introduced by Fender in the early 1960s as a more refined alternative to the Precision Bass, the Jazz Bass quickly became known for its fast, narrow neck and versatile electronics. The 1964 version represents the last full year before major production changes under CBS ownership, making it especially desirable among collectors and professional musicians.

Crafted with an alder body, maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard, the 1964 Jazz Bass delivers a smooth, resonant sound with remarkable clarity and balance. Its dual single-coil pickups allow players to blend tones ranging from deep and warm to bright and aggressive, making it adaptable across jazz, funk, blues, rock, and soul music. The instrument’s offset-waist body design also provides excellent comfort and balance whether played seated or standing.

Vintage 1964 models are celebrated for their hand-built quality, lightweight feel, and naturally aged tone that develops character over decades of use. Famous bassists across generations have favored the Jazz Bass for its expressive sound and effortless playability, helping solidify its status as a timeless classic in the world of electric bass guitars.