In 1963, the Precision Bass had firmly established itself as an iconic instrument in the world of popular music. It had become a staple for top musicians both on stage and in the studio. Despite the introduction of Fender's Jazz Bass in 1960, the Precision Bass remained unrivaled and underwent few changes throughout the early 1960s. The Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass pays homage to this timeless classic with its meticulously crafted design.
This precision instrument features a two-piece select alder body, carefully finished with a Journeyman Relic lacquer for an authentic vintage look. The quartersawn maple neck boasts a 60s-style oval C profile, offering a comfortable and familiar playing experience. The round-lam rosewood fingerboard with a 7.25" radius and 20 medium jumbo frets further enhances the playability and versatility of this bass.
The heart of the Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass lies in its hand-wound '62 Precision Bass pickup, meticulously wound to match vintage specifications. This pickup delivers the unmistakable low-end thump that has become synonymous with vintage P-Bass tones. The vintage wiring, along with the master volume and tone controls, allows for precise control over the instrument's sound.
Additional features of this exceptional bass include a four-ply brown shell pickguard, a four-saddle vintage-style bridge, vintage-style tuning machines, a bone nut, and a disc string tree. The Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass comes complete with a deluxe hardshell case, a strap, and a certificate of authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and providing ultimate protection for your prized instrument.
SKU: 9235001588
Number of Strings: 4
Body Material: 2-piece Select Alder
Body Finish: Journeyman Lacquer
Color: Aged Olympic White
Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
Neck Shape: 1960 P-Bass Oval "C"
Neck Joint: Bolt-on
Radius: 7.25"
Fingerboard Material: AAA 9MM Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay: Vintage Clay Dots
Number of Frets: 20, Medium Jumbo
Nut Width: 1.75"
Nut Material: Bone
Bridge/Tailpiece: 4-Saddle Vintage-style
Tuners: Vintage-style
Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-wound '62 Precision Bass
Controls: 1 x volume, 1 x tone
Case: Hardshell Case
