{"product_id":"1997-fender-bass-vi-cij-sunburst","title":"1997 Fender Bass VI (CIJ) - Sunburst","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1997 Fender Bass VI – Crafted in Japan (CIJ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is a stunning \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1997 Fender Bass VI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, finished in a classic 3-Tone Sunburst. This \"Crafted in Japan\" model comes from a highly regarded era of Japanese production, known for exceptional build quality and attention to vintage specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart bass, part guitar, and entirely unique, this short-scale (30\") powerhouse delivers the unmistakable tic-tac low end and surf-inspired chime that made the original 1960s models legendary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is in excellent used condition. It has been professionally inspected and prepared for its next owner:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Fully set up with a fresh set of strings. The action is low and comfortable, and the intonation is dialed in across the 30-inch scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e All original chrome hardware is in great shape with minimal oxidation. Includes \"Buzz Stop\" tension bar installed behind the bridge, ensuring clean tone without the buzz sometimes found on these instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The trio of single-coil pickups and the classic four-switch lead\/rhythm circuit (including the \"strangle\" switch) are fully functional and noise-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Crafted in Japan (CIJ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e 3-Tone Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Maple with a comfortable \"C\" profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFretboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Rosewood with vintage-style frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e 1.650\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e 3 vintage-style Jaguar-style single coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e 3 individual pickup on\/off switches + 1 low-cut \"strangle\" switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Included the rare original hardshell case (most come with a gig bag)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking for the \"Cure\" inspired lead bass lines, classic 60s surf tones, or a unique tool for the studio, this Bass VI delivers. It provides a punchy, percussive low end that sits perfectly in a mix without getting muddy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Professionally packed and shipped via fully insured carrier. \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e Includes original hardshell case (OHSC).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Crown Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44063831785515,"sku":null,"price":3295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/4104\/7083\/files\/DSC00641.jpg?v=1778695097","url":"https:\/\/thecrownelectric.com\/products\/1997-fender-bass-vi-cij-sunburst","provider":"The Crown Electric","version":"1.0","type":"link"}