1980's ESP Japan "Oldie Custom Model" Custom Order PJ Precision Bass w/EMG's (Transparent Red)

1980's ESP Japan "Oldie Custom Model" Custom Order PJ Precision Bass w/EMG's (Transparent Red)Custom built by ESP in Japan during the mid 1980's, this "Oldie Custom Model" Precision Bass was ordered by a customer and is truly a one off instrument. Transparent red finish on an alder body bolted to a maple neck and 21 fret partially scalloped rosewood fingerboard (39mm nut width), it weighs 4kg's. Loaded with EMG pickups, spiral saddles and a full blacked out hardware loadout, it looks to be all original. Fully serviced prior to listing, plays

The neck is straight and the frets are shiny and smooth with plenty of life

it appears all original with the exception of the replaced tremolo arm

The instrument’s organic and balanced voice inspires creativity whilst allowing musicians to focus on their musical expression rather than fighting against their instrument

slim mahogany set neck and a striped ebony fretboard (12" radius

This one came to us in a very sorry state and was completely rebuilt by our in-house tech Vaughan

Rhythm Circuit Controls (Slide Switch Up): Two Thumbwheel Controls for Neck Pickup Volume and Tone controls

Frets have plenty of life and play smoothly with some signs of wear and pitting

it has been thoroughly calculated and provides a stable tone no matter the setting

Set up with 11-52's

The neck is straight and the frets are shiny with life left

Bound basswood body with a maple neck and a 20 fret rosewood fingerboard (38mm nut width)

22 jumbo frets and a contoured four-bolt cutaway