Key Features
- The original bass that shaped the pop culture soundtrack of the 1960s
- Authentic vintage punch from a split single coil pickup
- Play at every fret with ease on a C-shape neck
- Improved tuning stability and intonation from a four-saddle vintage-style bridge
Fender American Original 60s Precision Bass RW, Surf Green Overview
Unmistakable tone. Universally celebrated. The Fender American Original 60s Precision bass helped shape modern music. Boasting power and pronunciation, the P Bass found a home in every genre, from the clubs in Detroit to the beaches in California. Now, it's back to bring that historic influence to you. Get ready to wield the original sound of innovation.
From rounded warmth to biting snarl. Discover expressive, articulate tone from a single split coil pickup. Whether you're a jazz player looking for smooth, mellow sound, a punk rocker wanting to swagger with gritty crunch, or just someone looking to take their playing to the next level, the 60s Precision Bass is a pedigree choice. The staggered pole pieces deliver thunderous low end and pristine highs. That means perfect balance, all from a C-shape neck that's easy to play.
You've heard the name a thousand times before. Fender need no introduction. Their worldwide influence has shaped bass playing everywhere, transforming the musical landscape of every genre. Today, Fender bass guitars are celebrated by the biggest names in music, ranging from Pink Floyd to Green Day. With the American Original 60s Precision bass, you become a part of the legacy.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionThe bass that changed the world
In the 1960s, Fender shaped the course of popular music. Introducing the world’s most loved electric bass. The Precision Bass carries a voice that’s gone unchanged since it’s inception. And with the American Original, it’s easy to see why. From blues to pop and everything in between, the Pure Vintage pickup brings versatile, rounded tone to your playing. Built for authenticity, the single split coil boasts warm lows that are tight and articulate. Whether you’re up high or down low, every note will sing with crisp, clear resonance. And with a master tone pot onboard, you have simple yet effective control of your high end.
Authentic playability
You can’t beat the classics. But you can perfect them. The American Original delivers era-specific playability for the modern bassist. The Precision Bass is perfect for any style of player, from traditional jazz to contemporary pop. Riff with ease on a C shape neck, sculpted for enhanced hand positioning. The fretboard is flatter than its predecessor, lending to fast, comfortable playing at every fret position. All on a rosewood fingerboard that proves resonant, warm, and full of sustain.
Recreated with precision
Timeless design. Faithfully recreated. The American Original offers the same magic as its 1960s ancestor. From authentic hardware to a traditional body shape, Fender have managed every detail with accuracy. The results are obvious. Discover flawless tuning stability from a vintage-style saddle and open gear tuning machines. You’ll be playing in juke joints and speakeasys all night long. No problems. Just great performance.
Specifications
- Product: American Original '60s Precision Bass®, Rosewood Fingerboard, Surf Green
- Code: 0190120857
- Series: American Original
Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Shape: Precision
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Colour: Green
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Fingerboard Inlays: Dots
- Number of Frets: 20
- Fret Size: Vintage Tall
- String Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.73"
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Colour: Nickel/Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Reverse Open-gear
- Bridge: 4-Saddle Vintage Style with Threaded Steel Saddles
- Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
- Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top
- Pickup Configuration: S
- Pickups: Pure Vintage '63 Split Single-Coil Precision Bass®
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Pickup Switching: None
Miscellaneous
- Strings: Fender® 7250M Nickel-Plated Steel Roundwound, Long Scale, .045-.105
- Case: Hard Shell Case
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