In 1963, the Precision Bass had rightfully established itself as an essential instrument in popular music. It was commonly seen in the hands of the world's top musicians on various stages and in recording studios. Despite the introduction of Fender's new Jazz Bass in 1960, the Precision Bass remained unrivaled and underwent minimal changes during the early 1960s.
The Custom Shop 63 Precision Bass pays homage to this iconic instrument. It boasts a meticulously crafted two-piece select alder body with a Journeyman Relic lacquer finish. The neck, made from quartersawn maple, features a 60s-style oval C profile, a 7.25-radius round-lam rosewood fingerboard, and 20 medium jumbo frets.
Equipped with the Custom Shop hand-wound 62 Precision Bass pickup, this bass delivers the authentic vintage sound with its precise specifications and powerful low-end thump. The vintage wiring, along with the master volume and tone controls, further contribute to its classic tone. Additional features of this bass include a four-ply brown shell pickguard, four-saddle vintage-style bridge, vintage-style tuning machines, bone nut, and a disc string tree. The package also includes a deluxe hardshell case, strap, and a certificate of authenticity.
Specifications:
General
Model Name: '63 P Bass Journeyman Relic, Rosewood Fingerboard, Aged Daphne Blue
Model Number: 9235001587
Series: Time Machine
Color: Aged Daphne Blue
Body
Body Shape: Precision Bass
Body Material: 2-Piece Select Alder
Body Finish: Lacquer
Neck
Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
Neck Shape: 1960 P-Bass Oval "C"
Scale Length: 34" (86.36 cm)
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
Number of Frets: 20
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo 6150
String Nut: Bone
Nut Width: 1.75" (44.45 mm)
Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Fingerboard: Round-Lam AAA 9MM Rosewood
Position Inlays: Vintage Clay Dot
Hardware
Bridge: 4-Saddle Vintage-Style
Tuning Machines: Vintage Style
Orientation: Right-Hand
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Pickguard: 4-Ply Brown Shell
Control Knobs: Knurled Chrome
Electronics
Middle Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '62 Precision Bass
Controls: Volume, Tone
Case: Hard Case, Black
