Fender Japan Aerodyne Jazz Bass AJB-65 Black 2004
Fender Aerodyne Jazz, black, made in Japan 2004-5. This model was a big hit for Fender Japan, they did really well for a bit there, and it's no wonder why. It's a good recipe: take the vintage style Jazz Bass, add a slick carved top, cream binding, a P/J pickup set and some cool chrome top hat knobs, and you get the slick and shiny Aerodyne. It's got a slim, quick, satin finished neck and is pretty light, so it feels great in the hands. The tone is punchy and modern, a little more scooped and immediate than a vintage style J or P, but very enjoyable in it's own way. This one has a few knocks and marks, which is A-OK with me. Aerodyne = just fine.
Model: Fender Aerodyne Jazz Bass AJB-65
Made: Japan, 2004-5, Dyna Gakki factory
Serial: R085964
Finish: black, gloss poly
Body: basswood
Neck: maple, rosewood fretboard, 34" scale, 7.25" radius, 38mm nut, slim C
Weight: 4.220kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan PB-Vintage split coil, JB-Vintage single coil
Accessories: none, no case
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has dimples on the end, scuffs and a scratch on the bottom edge and some scuffs on the front. The is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear and dimples on the back and a minor scratch behind the third fret approx. The back has scratches on the bottom horn, back edge and elbow area, as well as widespread minor dimples and scuffs. The sides have minor dimples and scuffs around the whole body. The front has scuffs around the jack, bridge and elbow area and some play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: very good condition (7/10)
Playing Condition Notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.
Fret Life: 8/10, minor wear only