Mid 70's Fender USA MusicMaster Bass (Pre-Owned) - Olympic White w/ Case
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Mid 70's Fender USA MusicMaster Bass (Pre-Owned) - Olympic White w/ Case
Very good condition for it's age. All original, including the case. It is not without its numerous dings, scratches and abrasions (see pics), which only add to the "cool-factor" of this bass. Structurally sound and plays and sounds fantastic! All electronics are original and in working order. Neck and frets in good shape with some minimal fret-wear. Neck was crafted by legendary Fender "Neck-Guru" Herbert "Herbie" Gastelum. Herbie's career with Fender spanned a fabled 56 Years!
According to Fender, Herbie Gastelum was to necks what "Queen of Tone" Abigail Ybarra was to pickups: The undisputed "King of Feel." Fender Chief Product Officer Richard McDonald noted in an interview on Fender.com how Herbie’s work also reached some of the world’s greatest members of Rock Royalty. “It’s humbling when I stop to consider his body of work over the years,” said McDonald. “His fingerprints are everywhere; his tenure spans the careers of the most iconic artists to hold a guitar, from Jimi Hendrix, to Eric Clapton, to Jeff Beck, to Ritchie Blackmore. Fender’s history has passed through Herbie’s hands.”
Description/Specs:
The Fender Musicmaster Bass was produced between 1971 and 1981 as a budget-friendly, short-scale alternative to the Mustang Bass. It is known for its "spare parts" construction, famously utilizing a six-pole Stratocaster-style single-coil pickup hidden under a solid plastic cover.
Core Specifications (1970s Models)
- Scale Length: 30" (762 mm) short scale.
- Body Material: Alder
- Neck Material: Maple with a bolt-on "C" profile.
- Fingerboard: Rosewood with 19 frets and a 7.25" radius.
- Nut Width:1 5/8" (41.5mm)
- Pickup: A single-coil pickup with six pole pieces (originally designed for Fender guitars), which gives it a distinct, punchy, and aggressive tone.
- Electronics: Master Volume and Master Tone controls.
- Bridge: Top Loader Dual Saddle Bridge
Since 1979, we at Mom's Music have worked hard to make the Louisville, KY music scene something special. Now, we’re working hard to share what makes us great with the world. We take pride in our care and attention to detail regarding every instrument and musician that comes through the store, and every instrument we receive gets a thorough inspection and setup when it arrives in our shop and prior to shipment.
All orders placed will require a signature upon arrival. If a different arrangement is preferred, send us a message or give us a call.
