Custom 1970 - 1971 Teisco Tacoma Electric Bass Model 57H01490L Silvertone

This is a 1970 - 1971 'Tacoma' Branded Electric Bass, also known as Model 57H01490L marketed by Silvertone.

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This Tacoma brand electric bass was most commonly known as the Silvertone 1490, which was only offered during a short, 5-year run between 1968 & 1972.

We're uncertain who owned and/or distributed the 'Tacoma' name but we're certain it's a bona-fide piece of Teisco history!

The 1490 bass was a solid monster of a Fender-type clone, brought to us from our friends at Teisco as part of the late-60s Japanese 'invasion.'

The 1490 features a beefy look, giant pickups and a cool, two-part pickguard.

Under the 'Silvertone' name, this bass was introduced in the Sears Fall/Winter 1968 catalog as the 57H01490L, and retired in Spring/Summer 1972.

The original model featured the two knob/two rocker switch design. Between 1970 & 1971, Teisco changed it to a 3-way toggle and 3 knobs (vol, vol, tone), which is reflected in the bass offered in this listing.

This bass has a lot of dings and checks in the finish, is missing the original tone & switch knobs, and two of the neck screws. Otherwise, she's ready to play, with a fresh set of Fender short-scale strings!

Enjoy!