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Mostly Japanese vintage basses, unusual designs and a few instruments I just couldn't leave behind. Every now and then, an American one sneaks in too. Some have straightforward stories. Others keep a few things to themselves.

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2011 Edwards by ESP E-PB-95R/LT Precision Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Edwards by ESP · Japan · Approx. 4.5 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 42 mm

2011 Edwards by ESP E-PB-95R/LT Precision Bass

Made in Japan by ESP in 2011, this Edwards E-PB-95R/LT gives the Precision Bass a vintage-minded reading through the Lacquer Taste series. Its Vintage White finish has developed extensive fine checking and subtle shifts in colour and gloss, all appearing cosmetic rather than structural. A Seymour Duncan SPB-2 pickup is fitted with a plain black cover, while the BASSLINES-logo covers are included if you prefer that look.

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2020 G&L L-2000 USA — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
G&L · USA · 4.2 kg · NUT WIDTH 41 mm

2020 G&L L-2000 USA

Built in Fullerton on 16 September 2020, this G&L L-2000 USA is finished in Belair Green and was featured on G&L’s official social media before it went to Musik Wein in Germany. It comes with its original Certificate of Authenticity, factory specification sheet, warranty documents, case candy and deluxe G&L hard case. This first-owner example is documented as fully original and exceptionally well cared for.

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1980 Greco Super Real-Era Precision Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Greco · Japan · Approx. 4.54 kg · NUT WIDTH 38 mm

1980 Greco Super Real-Era Precision Bass

This Japanese Greco Precision-style bass dates to July 1980 and pairs strongly figured, koa-like hardwood with an unusually extensive brass treatment. Brass appears across the bridge, tuners, nut, pickguard, control knobs and even the fingerboard markers. A closely related Greco was documented by a Japanese dealer as a custom order, but that does not establish this example’s exact wood species or order history.

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1983 Squier by Fender JV Jazz Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Squier by Fender · Japan · Approx. 3.9 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 39 mm

1983 Squier by Fender JV Jazz Bass

This early-1983 Squier by Fender JV Jazz Bass was made in Japan by FujiGen Gakki. Its serial and hand-dated neck support the early date, while the exact Japanese model code is most likely SJB-55. The original blue finish—probably California Blue—has naturally shifted toward the green seen today, with genuine wear left visible.

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1987 Tokai Custom Edition TJB45 / JB-45 — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Tokai · Japan · Approx. 3.975 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 38.5 mm

1987 Tokai Custom Edition TJB45 / JB-45

This 1987 Tokai Custom Edition TJB45 / JB-45 pairs familiar Jazz-style ergonomics with an unusual pearlescent white finish and a pickguardless body. The serial, a “45” sticker on the neck heel and comparisons with surviving examples support the 1987 identification; period examples also show that this configuration was made alongside the catalog version with a pickguard. One volume pot and the white control knobs have been replaced, with the black knobs that came on the bass included.

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Late 1960s–Early 1970s Moridaira MB-2 — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Moridaira · Japan · Approx. 4.5 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 41 mm

Late 1960s–Early 1970s Moridaira MB-2

Moridaira’s MB-2 comes from an early period of Japanese electric-bass making, before familiar Fender-style formulas had settled into standard form. A six-bolt neck joint, rounded single-coil pickups, slab-style nut and tort-style pickguard give this example a distinctly individual construction character. The finish has survived remarkably well; light marks and patina on the hardware are the main signs of age.

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1977 H.S. Anderson Bask Bass II — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
H.S. Anderson · Japan · Approx. 4.25 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 42 mm

1977 H.S. Anderson Bask Bass II

Moridaira’s H.S. Anderson brand made this Bask Bass II in Japan in 1977, following a direct Precision-style formula with a one-piece maple neck and passive Volume/Tone controls. It shows the dings, scratches, finish wear and hardware patina of a well-used instrument, and remains structurally solid and fully functional. A black pickguard is fitted; an included white pickguard appears period-correct, while the bridge cover is missing.

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1994–1995 Washburn KW-1250 Kip Winger Signature Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Washburn · Japan (likely) · Approx. 4.0 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 41 mm

1994–1995 Washburn KW-1250 Kip Winger Signature Bass

Washburn’s Japanese-market KW-1250 is documented in a 1994 Japanese advertisement and the 1995 Washburn Japan catalogue; this example is most likely from 1995. Its Flame Antique Natural finish shows a strongly figured flame-maple top, paired with factory-spec Status pickups and active 18V electronics. A repaired headstock crack is stable and does not affect playability, but remains an important part of the instrument’s story.

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1989–1991 Moon J-J WAL-B-ACT — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Moon · Japan · 4.5 kg · NUT WIDTH 38 mm

1989–1991 Moon J-J WAL-B-ACT

Estimated to 1989–1991, most likely 1990, this Moon J-J WAL-B-ACT was custom built by P.G.M. Its figured walnut body and unusually extensive cream binding are joined by a maple neck, ebony fingerboard and Bartolini active electronics. Matching factory stamps and “Custom Built by P.G.M.” labels remain, along with the original Moon soft case.

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2015 MD-MM Produce MDB-ELITE/S Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
MD-MM Produce · Japan · 3.8 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 38 mm

2015 MD-MM Produce MDB-ELITE/S Bass

The 2015 MDB-ELITE/S is a Japanese-made bass with passive dual humbuckers and a controlled, modern response that differs from a conventional Fender-style instrument. At 3.8 kg, it is also notably light. The original Quest International certificate and Japanese store documents from 2015 remain with it; “/S” is part of the model name and does not mean short scale.

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1981–1982 Fresher FP-360 Personal Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Fresher · Japan · Approx. 4.1 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 41 mm

1981–1982 Fresher FP-360 Personal Bass

This Japanese-made FP-360 is dated to the early 1980s, most likely circa 1981–1982; an exact year cannot be established. Its black finish has a deliberate custom relic treatment, with a documented crack along a body joint and earlier neck overspray peeling around the headstock logo. Condition notes record good playability, a working truss rod and electronics; a period-style gig bag is included.

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2014 ESP E-II Stream Snow White — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
ESP · Japan · 4.6 kg · NUT WIDTH 40 mm

2014 ESP E-II Stream Snow White

This 2014 E-II Stream comes from the model’s first production year, and its original Japanese warranty card is dated 23 May 2014. Snow White, pearloid appointments and black hardware frame a bolt-on White Ash and three-piece Maple build with active EMG electronics. The original ESP hard case and owner’s manual are included.

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1983 Tokai PB-40 Hard Puncher — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Tokai · Japan · 4.2 kg · NUT WIDTH 42 mm

1983 Tokai PB-40 Hard Puncher

Serial 110050 and matching 1=1 codes in the neck heel and body cavity point to a likely January 1983 build and an original neck-and-body pairing. The body’s BB (Black) finish code adds another period clue, while Tokai’s model specification lists an alder body, maple neck and rosewood fingerboard. A period-style gig bag is included.

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2017 Crews Maniac Sound NPB Custom — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Crews Maniac Sound · Japan · 4.1 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 43 mm

2017 Crews Maniac Sound NPB Custom

This 2017 Japanese NPB Custom pairs a familiar P-style layout with a two-piece alder body, maple neck and maple fingerboard. Capri Orange, a Crews split-coil pickup and the brand’s spiral-saddle bridge give this example its own details without changing the straightforward format. It comes with its original hard case and factory papers.

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1976–1977 Orange OP-500 — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Orange · Japan · 4.1 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 38 mm

1976–1977 Orange OP-500

This Japanese-made Orange OP-500 is dated to circa 1976–1977, and its original dealer paperwork records a sale on 16 June 1977. The bass remains together with its period case and a substantial set of original documents, including a guarantee card and a booklet with the sale date. The hand-painted “Ruri My Love” on the case gives this particular example a personal trace, though the name’s meaning and the small drawing cannot be confirmed.

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2021 Kanade SOUND DESIGN KPB-AL — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Kanade SOUND DESIGN · Japan · Approx. 4.2 kg · NUT WIDTH 42 mm

2021 Kanade SOUND DESIGN KPB-AL

Kanade SOUND DESIGN’s Japanese-made KPB-AL follows a P-style format, but this example stands out in Daphne Blue with an exceptionally thin polyurethane finish that leaves the alder grain visible. Its hand-wound Kariya-Pickups XⅡP-VintageⅤ pickup is one of the more distinctive details, and production records identify serial 00132 as the 132nd instrument produced under the Kanade name. Green Guitars’ original records document this bass as sold new in 2021; it comes with a padded gig bag and wide Italia leather strap.

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1987 Ibanez RB830 Roadstar II — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Ibanez · Japan · Approx. 3.9 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 41 mm

1987 Ibanez RB830 Roadstar II

Caiman Green was offered on the RB830 for the 1987 model year. Matching RB830 / RB830B and CG / C.G. markings sit beside a SAMPLE stamp on the neck heel and pocket; it may point to a pre-production or approval instrument, though its exact purpose remains unknown. The PJ layout, 24-fret board, Accu-Cast BII bridge and unusual original strap retainers make this Roadstar unusually rich in detail.

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2000–2002 Bacchus Vintage Series Headway Jazz Bass — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Bacchus · Japan · 4.10 kg · NUT WIDTH 38 mm

2000–2002 Bacchus Vintage Series Headway Jazz Bass

Built by Headway around 2000–2002, this Japanese Vintage Series Jazz Bass is most likely a BJB-62. Its original Lake Placid Blue Metallic top has been carefully worked into a road-worn appearance rather than refinished, and the surface changes with the light. YUTA VJ-2 pickups and reverse Gotoh tuners are among the documented details.

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1989–1992 Kawai Rockoon RB-51 FL — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Kawai · Japan · 3.54 kg · NUT WIDTH 40.5 mm

1989–1992 Kawai Rockoon RB-51 FL

A lined fretless with a rosewood board and 34-inch scale, this Rockoon pairs original Kawai JJ pickups and Gotoh tuners with a German Schaller 3D bridge. Its neck code is Y00705, and it comes with an original Era soft bag. Two very small dents on the back are the notable cosmetic marks recorded; no cracks or structural damage were reported.

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2000 Greco LGB-100 Rock Spirits — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Greco · Japan · Approx. 4.9 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 40 mm

2000 Greco LGB-100 Rock Spirits

This short-scale single-cut pairs a mahogany body and carved maple top with two Greco GH-B1 humbuckers. At 30.3 inches, its set-neck construction and compact scale give it a distinct feel, while the two-volume, two-tone layout keeps the controls direct. It is currently strung with La Bella 760FS-S flatwounds.

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1975 Yamaha SB-55 — photograph in the Gruuvik Chamber collection
Yamaha · Japan (Nippon Gakki) · 4.3 kg · NUT WIDTH Approx. 38 mm

1975 Yamaha SB-55

Nippon Gakki's SB-55 follows Yamaha's own design language rather than a familiar American template. Its original warranty card records a Japanese purchase on 30 March 1975, and the Yamaha hard case, manual, bridge cover and adjustment tools remain with it. Two volume pots and all three knobs have been replaced; the other electronics and hardware appear original.

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