Greco RB-700N Bass | 1977 Made in Japan

Greco RB-700N Bass | 1977 Made in Japan
Made in Japan at the Fujigen factory. Neck-through maple construction. Maxon single-coil pickups. Near-mint condition with zero fretwear. Weighs 4kg. Includes gig bag.
The Greco RB-700N is a 1970s Japanese electric bass built at the renowned Fujigen factory and is essentially a Rickenbacker-style instrument from that era. Greco was one of the premier Japanese brands in the 1970s and early 1980s, known for high-quality Japanese craftsmanship and attention to detail long before many Western collectors rediscovered these vintage Japanese instruments.
 
This is an excellent example of a late 70s Greco in almost showroom condition, easily 9/10. The neck is straight and adjusts well, with zero fretwear and some beautiful figuring on the maple top. These 1970s Greco basses have a cult following among vintage Japanese instrument fans because of their strong neck-through build quality, original Japanese pickups that still sound great after decades, and maple-heavy construction that gives it a distinct tone and sustain.
 
Test it for yourself at our Sydney shop, or we can ship it safely to your door anywhere in Australia. Contact us for a shipping quote.
In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney. $1,950
 
Key Features
Year: 1977
Made in: Japan (Fujigen factory)
Construction: Neck-through maple
Body: Solid maple
Weight: 4kg
Neck: Maple neck-through, medium "D" profile
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Frets: 20 (zero fretwear)
Scale Length: 34" (long-scale)
Nut Width: ~44 mm (1.73")
Fingerboard Radius: ~20"
Pickups: 2 × Maxon single-coil (PU-116 & PU-110)
Controls: 2 × Volume, 2 × Tone, 3-way pickup selector
Bridge: Standard adjustable with saddles
Tuners: Vintage-style open-gear
Finish: Natural clear gloss with figured maple grain
Case: Gig bag included
 
Sound and Tone
The Maxon single-coil pickups deliver classic '70s Japanese bass tone: punchy, articulate, with plenty of bite and thump. The neck-through maple construction provides rich resonance, excellent sustain, and a distinct voice that sits perfectly in a mix. The 3-way pickup selector allows blending of pickup voices for versatile tonal options.
 
Feel and Playability
The medium "D" profile neck is comfortable for many playing styles, whether fingerstyle or pick. The relatively shallow 20" fingerboard radius feels smooth under hand. At 4kg, it has a solid feel without being overly heavy. The zero fretwear and excellent neck condition make this bass a dream to play.
 
Condition
Near-mint condition easily 9/10. Zero fretwear. Straight, well-adjusting neck. Beautiful figuring on the maple top. All original components including Maxon pickups and hardware. An exceptional example of a late 70s Greco.