Mark Hoppus Precision Jazz Bass 2002 Daphne Blue
On one of my recent gear acquisition excursions for a non-functioning Dunlop bass wah I came across this Mark Hoppus Precision Jazz Bass.
Using the Fender Serial number lookup it dates to 2002 and states the color as Daphne Blue (you can click the image to see my current Reverb listing for the bass).
I was hesitant to buy it at first because it was more worn than what I typically buy. But this one turned out to be better than I thought after a good clean up. However there are many dings, dents, scratches, and tiny cracks in the neck pocket. It would be what is commonly referred to as a “players grade” instrument. I’d day it’s kinda borderline. The dings and dents really aren’t that obvious and tend to be in the common areas (lower bout back side, sides) that aren’t readily apparent unless looking closely. From a distance, as you can see in the above photo, it looks to be in excellent condition. But if you zoom in close you can see the wear and tear.
However, to me, this is pretty honest wear and tear to this Mark Hoppus Precision Jazz Bass. I’ve definitely came across guitars with more wear than this.
Some Specs
So, the body is Alder as is common with many Fender instruments. It has a rosewood fingerboard on a maple neck. It’s nice to see the rosewood vs the laurel that they use on most Mexican Fenders today. I like the aesthetic of rosewood or ebony on a fretboard that is uniformly dark.
The pickup is a Seymour Duncan Basslines SPB-3 Quarter Pound Split Single-Coil Precision Bass pickup. There is just a volume knob. Basic and to the point.
Finally the scale length is 34″ and the width at the nut is 1.625.
Overall, this is a cool signature bass!
