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Guild Jetstar Bass

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The Guild Jetstar Bass combines vintage aesthetics with modern performance, offering bassists a unique and powerful instrument choice. Its distinctive offset body shape is reminiscent of classic rock vibes, making it a standout on any stage. This electric bass is designed not only for its eye-catching looks but also for its playability and tone versatility. It features a short scale length, making it particularly comfortable for players with smaller hands or those who prefer a slightly different string tension.

Equipped with two Guild LB-1 pickups, the Jetstar Bass delivers a warm, punchy sound that can easily cut through a mix. The controls include a master volume, tone, and a three-way pickup selector switch, giving you the flexibility to dial in the perfect tone for any musical style. The bolt-on maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard offers smooth playability and a rich, resonant tone. Its lightweight design ensures that long gigs won’t become a burden, allowing you to focus entirely on your performance.

Whether you're laying down a groove in the studio or rocking out on stage, the Guild Jetstar Bass offers a blend of style and substance that bassists will appreciate.

Key Features:

Short scale length for comfortable playability
Two Guild LB-1 pickups for versatile sound options
Master volume and tone controls with a three-way pickup selector
Bolt-on maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
Distinctive offset body shape for a classic look
Lightweight design ideal for extended playing sessions

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The DeArmond by Guild Jetstar Bass features a set neck design, highlighting its sturdy construction.
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Constructed with a mahogany body and neck, paired with a rosewood fretboard, enhancing its warm tonal characteristics.
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Features and functionality

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The bass includes two USA-made pickups, contributing to its noteworthy tone quality.
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It has a short scale 30.5” neck, making it suitable for players seeking a more compact and manageable instrument.
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The DeArmond Jetstar Bass features narrow string spacing, offering a distinct feel that some players compare to the Fender Rascal bass.
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Value and pricing

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Originally priced at $200, it's considered a bargain compared to past sales ranging from $350 to $499.
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Mods and upgrades

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Owners have replaced the stock knobs with cupcake-style controls for improved aesthetics and grip, and swapped the black switch tip with an amber one for better visual appeal.
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A Duesenberg Les Trem has been successfully added without affecting playability or intonation, indicating ease of installation for those seeking tremolo functionality.
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Setup and maintenance

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Some users note the need to replace the nut due to being cut too low on the G string, highlighting a common setup issue.
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A few owners have observed a slight buzz on the 6th string, suggesting a potential area for luthier adjustment.
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User experience

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The guitar remains comfortable over time, with its body shape and thin C-shaped neck praised for playability during both sitting and standing sessions.
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The tuning stability is impressive, with no immediate need for tuner upgrades despite initial expectations.
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Owners express appreciation for the unique Tyrian purple color, adding to its visual appeal and highlighting its rarity.
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The LB-1 pickups are noted for their 60's T-Top sound, which appeals to those seeking vintage tones for genres like fuzz and overdrive-heavy music.
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The Jetstar Bass is noted for its offbeat body shape, attracting players seeking unconventional aesthetics in their instruments.
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One owner uses the Jetstar Bass for country music, appreciating its unique vibe reminiscent of a 51P bass.
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Peter Tork

Singer, Bassist

The Monkees

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Sometime in 1967, Peter had replaced his Gretsch 6073 Burgundy bass with a Guild Jetstar bass. This bass bears a resemblance to Gibson's Non-Reverse Thunderbirds, but with only one pickup, and two plastic thumb rests/finger rest. During the Monkees 1967 summer tour, Peter would use the Guild as his main instrument of choice. The Guild Jetstar can also be famously seen in the Rainbow Room, where The Monkees performed most of their 1967 hits. It is also a given that whenever Peter had to move to keyboards, Davy Jones would move to bass and would play this bass (though he is given his own bass model). This particular model of the bass had been discontinued in 1970, and was first built in late 1966 due to the 4 in-line headstock configuration. This bass was last seen with Peter during The Monkees' Australia and Japan tour in 1968.