Original Fred

The Original Fred was a Crafted in China Squier Jazz bass owned by Jacob between October/November 2013 - March 2014.

Details
Original Fred had a cream colored body with tortoise shell pickguard and thumb rest. It was part of the "60s Vibe" series which is produced by Fender. For a short time it had a large "Primus" sticker on the tailpiece.

History
Original Fred was purchased sometime between October and November 2013 via Craigslist. Jacob and David Feeney travelled to the Northshore Mall to make the transaction. The bass cost Jacob $200.

Jacob used this as his main bass between November 2013 and March 2014. Appearing on all Bitter Minds recordings during this period. It was traded for a similar "60s Vibe" Squier P-Bass.

Before it was traded, Original Fred was phased out by Paul.

Being the Original Fred, is is considered one of the more classic basses that Jacob played.