The
Fender American Original '50s Precision Bass MN Aztec Gold
offers the authentic feel and sound of the original P-Bass that revolutionized the music world in the 1950s. Accordingly, the four-string bass features the classic construction with an alder body and bolted maple neck, while a Fender Pure Vintage '58 Split Coil pickup delivers the legendary Preci sound. Last but not least, the Fender American Original '50s Precision Bass MN Aztec Gold features a traditional hardware configuration that includes a 4-saddle standard bridge and Pure Vintage reverse open gear tuners.
The Fender American Original '50s Precision Bass is built from the original 1950's construction plans. Accordingly, the alder body has the historically correct proportions, while the bolt-on neck is made in one piece from maple and the strong "Thick C" profile gives it a rich feel. Last but not least, the nitrocellulose finish allows the wood to resonate, giving the electric bass a lively sound.
The Fender American Original '50s Precision Bass MN Aztec Gold uses a split coil pickup in the typical mid position. The Fender Pure Vintage '58 Split Coil features an authentic choice of materials, including coil bodies made of vulcanized fibre, enamelled winding wire and Alnico V magnets. Accordingly, the four-string amp delivers a powerful bass sound with a deep bass foundation and a distinctive mid-range growl that makes every note played palpable in the pit of your stomach. The proven passive circuitry with a volume and tone control is also available for adjusting the timbre.
Last but not least, the Fender American Original '50s Precision Bass MN Aztec Gold is equipped with classic hardware in vintage style. The Fender 4-Saddle Vintage Style bridge serves as a bridge on the body. Its four string riders guarantee an exact intonation adjustment and a comfortable string action. The thread-like surface also allows a certain adjustment of the string spacing. Behind the bone saddle, Fender Pure Vintage Reverse Open Gear tuners provide stable and precise tuning.