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The JayDee Supernatural Series 2 features a "funk groove" in front of the neck pickup, designed for more space under the strings during slap bass playing.
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JayDee basses sometimes feature an XLR output jack, although it may require grounding adjustments for optimal functionality.
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Owners using Rotosound FM66 30 to 90 strings on this bass should be prepared for a significant truss rod adjustment if switching from heavier gauge strings.
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Owners with neck issues from 1987 models suggest using light gauge strings (35-90) to avoid neck bowing without needing extensive truss rod adjustments.
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The bass's high strap position helps stabilize the instrument during intense slap bass techniques, allowing for vertical thumb slapping and reducing neck dive.
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JayDee basses from 1987 can have truss rod issues; serial numbers starting with '7' may indicate this production year.
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JayDee produced rare Jazz basses in the 1980s, known for their connection to Jaco Pastorius and their unique black finish.
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See how Geezer Butler uses JayDee Custom Guitars Custom Bass

Geezer Butler

Bassist, Keyboardist

Black Sabbath

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Geezer Butler had this JayDee bass made by John Diggins, which can be seen in the music video for Black Sabbath's "A Hard Road." Also, it can be seen in the "top of the tops" appereance, 1978. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Q6gPouusHs

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Jaco Pastorius

Bassist, Keyboardist

Weather Report

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You can see him holding it through the video

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