Epiphone Newport Bass Cherry 1970

Short-Scale 4-String Bass Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Epiphone Newport Bass Cherry 1970

Vintage

Description & Specs

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Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: mahogany solid body
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: medium "C"
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st- .92" 1.03"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-1/2"
Scale Length: 30 1/2"
Neck Details: One piece mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood board.
Electronics: Original pickup and original wiring with 1966 pot codes.
Pickup Measurements: 26.8k ohms
Hardware: Original hardware except for replaced pickup cover and replaced strap buttons. The The metal hand rest/cover and the string mute mechanism are missing from the body.
Modifications/Repairs: -The metal pickup cover was missing so a plastic replacement has bene fabricated. -There is an additional strap button drilled into the bass side horn. None of the strap buttons are original. -Thye neck joint appears to have come loose at some point and been reglued. It is stable.
Case Details: Gig bag
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has moderate play wear. The finish is glossy with checking and dents and scratches throughout. The metal hardware is nicely tarnished with age.
Serial Number: 900375
Tech Notes: -The guitar plays well with medium/low action. The bridge is set at its lowest point. -The serial number dates to 1970.
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