Kataja Guitars Custom -66 Jazz Bass

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Kataja Guitars Custom -66 Jazz Bass

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I just wanted to post some pics of my new Kataja Guitars -66 stylish Jazz Bass. The bass turned out very nice and I'm superhappy with it. It plays great in the studio and on stage. Looks killer too! :D

Specs:

Body: Alder

Scale: 34''

Neck: Maple & Brazilian Rosewood with bindings and celluloide blocks

Finish: Sherwood Green matching headstock, Nitro celluloide laquer
Back of the neck is sanded down and tung-oil added

Tuners: Schaller

Pickups: Ari Kataja Split Jazz

Pickguard: 3-ply parchment white
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More pics. :)
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Absolutely gorgeous. Sherwood green is a cool finish. Congrats!
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That's a very nice Jazz clone.
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That's a beauty!
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The matching headstock is killer.
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Absolutely Beautiful!
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That looks fantastic, Congrats!
Sherwood Green is one of my favorite Fender colors. The rosewood B&B and matching headstock make that baby an "E ticket ride"! 8-)
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Thanks all!

I've been gigging with this baby like crazy. Can't wait till friday to get on stage. :)
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