1987 Fender JBR-80M Pro-Feel Jazz Bass Made in Japan (FujiGen) - Pro Set Up w Perfect Frets/Action/Intonation!

1987 Fender JBR-80 Pro-Feel Jazz Bass Made in Japan

Serial: G014609

Nut Width: 1.51

Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .82

Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .94

Weight: 9 lbs 14 oz's

Radius: 7.25

Scale: 34

Comes in a Gig Bag

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$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!

1987 Fender Japan JBR-80 Pro Feel Jazz Bass – Precision, Punch & Pure MIJ Magic

Serious bassists, take note: here’s a rare opportunity to own a circa 1987 Fender Japan JBR-80 Pro Feel Jazz Bass — a high-water-mark instrument from one of the finest eras of Japanese Fender production. It's a highly regarded, modern-style active Jazz Bass. This specific model is a rare find because it does not appear in the official Fender Japan catalogs from 1987. The "JBR" line was not officially cataloged until around 1990 (as the JBR-800), making these 1987 units rare, early predecessors built ahead of their time.

Built with the legendary attention to detail that made 1980s MIJ Fenders legendary, this Pro Feel Jazz Bass delivers the classic dual-single-coil snap, growl, and clarity that defined the Jazz Bass sound, elevated by the refined playability the Pro Feel series was known for. The finish still looks rich and vibrant, and the overall condition is excellent for its age — clean, solid, and free of any structural issues or heavy wear. Just honest, well-preserved character from nearly four decades of careful ownership.

Professionally set up and meticulously dialed in, this bass is ready to perform. Optimal action, precise intonation, and effortless playability mean you can lock in tight grooves, articulate fast lines, or dig in for aggressive fingerstyle and pick attack with confidence. Expect that classic Jazz Bass voice: deep, defined lows, focused mids, and sparkling highs that cut through any mix without getting muddy.

Whether you’re tracking in the studio, holding down the low end on stage, or simply looking for an inspiring practice instrument, this JBR-80 delivers the tone, feel, and reliability that serious players demand. These late-’80s Japanese Pro Feel models have earned a devoted following for good reason — they often outperform far more expensive modern instruments.

Don’t let this one get away. A true player’s bass in excellent condition, fully sorted and ready to make music.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Key Specifications & Features

• Body Material: Premium Japanese Ash (Sen Ash). It features a smaller, sleek, "Dinky" shaped Jazz Bass body that makes it lighter and well-balanced.
• Neck & Fingerboard: 22-fret maple neck. Available with either a Maple (M) or Rosewood (R) fingerboard.
• Contoured Heel Joint: An unusual premium feature for Fender at the time, the neck joint features a smooth heel cut to allow comfortable, unhindered access to the upper frets.
• Electronics & Pickups: Equipped with an active 2-band EQ circuit paired with covered, EMG-style active pickups. This delivers a punchy, crisp, high-output modern tone rather than a traditional vintage growl.
• Hardware: Heavy-duty, high-mass bridge for increased sustain and tuning stability.
• Finishes: Most commonly seen in a stunning Natural (NAT / NT) gloss finish that showcases the highly grained ash wood, as well as occasional burst variations.

This guitar is professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing or dead spots and is an absolute joy to play. It has been deep cleaned and detailed. All guitars will arrive looking and playing great. The frets have been leveled / dressed / polished and the fingerboard was cleaned. (Unfinished Rosewood and Ebony boards get treated with Fret Doctor - a proprietary all natural oil that is the best on the market) It has brand new strings, the action was adjusted, the intonation is spot on and it plays excellent. All the electronics work flawlessly.

**** We stand behind every guitar we sell and have consistently delivered quality that beats most people expectations, earning us a reputation for quality that is unrivaled. Simply put “good enough” is not good enough for The Guitar Dude’s standards. We try and make every guitar be at its absolute BEST to deliver on our promise. We take great pride in what we do and we are always trying our best. 

* Neck is perfectly straight and the truss rod works with no issues

* Intonation is spot-on

* It has been professionally set up with nice low action & new American made strings.

* If needed, the frets will be dressed leveled & crowned

* All frets are polished prior to shipping when they are set up - They will shine like new!

***Please note that international shipping prices listed are minimum quotes in some cases. Certain countries are more expensive and will require additional shipping costs. Express services such as UPS, DHL & FedEx are also available, Please contact me for a personalized quote.

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We recognize and accept a 7 day return policy as per Reverb guidelines, BUT intentions of the return must be communicated in writing within 3 day of receiving the guitar as indicated by the tracking. Unless the guitar is not as described, ORIGINAL & RETURN SHIPPING COSTS WILL NOT BE REFUNDED. There is a 10% Re-stocking fee for ALL guitars that are returned for ANY reason outside of damage from shipping or it arrives significantly not as described. Please note that we record demo videos to make sure our guitars go out exactly as we describe them with zero issues. We understand that feeling comfortable is vital to the purchase of a guitar/bass so in any case, additional measurements or in hand descriptions are available prior to purchase/shipping. Thats said, guitars travel a great distance some times and in transit things can happen. Also guitars acclimate to new environments and this can cause a need for a new set up or minor adjustment. It is acceptable and normal if there is for instance a tiny bit of buzzing or the need to adjust a truss rod. We are in south Florida and if you are in a colder or less humid environment it is almost to be expected. Please read our feedback and see what our customers say. The guitar MUST BE RETURNED IN THE EXACT CONDITION it was advertised/received or it is subject to additional costs & or repair fees. We are not a big chain shop, I hope you understand. If you are uncomfortable with these terms please do not purchase. There are plenty big chain shops that can absorb free trials and shipping. 

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I accept many forms of payment including PayPal Credit & Affirm. I always pack extremely well and ship within the USA via UPS or Fedex, all packages are fully insured with tracking & signature confirmation.