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Weight: 8.37 lbs
This Mint condition Traditional Original '50s Precision Bass is a real "time capsule" instrument that provides the playability and sound of Fender's earliest electric bass. From its vintage-style electronic and hardware, to its thick "U"-shaped neck and stylish 1-ply pickguard — this retro 4-string is a nostalgic masterpiece that will give old-school bass aficionados plenty of satisfying vibe.
Key Features
Basswood Body — Lightweight timber with balanced tonal properties. A rock-solid foundation for the punchy single-coil pickup.
Bolt-On Construction — Produces the "snappy" note response synonymous with all Fender instruments.
"U"-Shaped Neck — Classic '50s profile provides comfortable playability with its girthy, traditional shape.
Vintage Frets — Smaller fret-wire gives your fingers reassuring contact with the fingerboard and allows you to play with plenty of control.
Fender Vintage-Style Pickup — Centrally-mounted single-coil pickup delivers the clear mid-heavy tone that the '50s P-Bass is renowned for!
2-Saddle Bridge — True retro design, with barrel saddles maximising resonance and string response.
Bone Nut — Low-friction material minimises unwanted tuning slips and enhances sustain.
Vintage-Style Tuners — High-quality, old-school tuning machines allow for precise string pitching.
Specifications
Body
Body: Basswood
Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
Body Shape: Precision Bass
Neck
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
Neck Shape: "U" Shape
Scale Length: 34" (86.36 cm)
Fingerboard: Maple
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
Number of Frets: 20
Fret Size: Vintage
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
Position Inlays: Black Dot
Electronics
Middle Pickup: Vintage-Style Single-Coil Precision Bass
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
Hardware
Bridge: 2-Saddle Vintage-Style Precision Bass
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style
Pickguard: 1-Ply Black
Control Knobs: Knurled Dome