Overview

75th Anniversary Precision Bass Collection

Introducing the 75th Anniversary Precision Bass® Collection: Celebrating three-quarters of a century of foundational tone and revolutionary design. Each 75th Anniversary Precision Bass model showcases the rich heritage and legendary tones that have made the P Bass® an unrivaled icon. From vintage purists to progressive players seeking cutting-edge features, rest assured there's a model that will deliver. Immerse yourself in the legacy of the Precision Bass and own a piece of Fender® history with the 75th Anniversary Precision Bass Collection.

American Vintage II 1951 Precision Bass®

Celebrate the birth of the electric bass with the 75th Anniversary American Vintage II 1951 Precision Bass. Crafted with a resonant swamp ash body finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, this instrument radiates vintage charm. The 1-piece maple neck and 7.25" radius fingerboard with vintage frets provide the smooth playability that players have cherished for decades. The 75th Anniversary 1951 Single-Coil Precision Bass® pickup delivers authentic tones with that foundational thump and clarity that has defined the sound of popular music for decades. Other appointments include a vintage-accurate serialized bridge with Pure Vintage Precision Bass® Fiber Saddles, Vintage-Style Reverse Gear Bass tuners and a 1-Ply Black Phenolic pickguard. This limited-edition model captures the essence of the original Precision Bass, a must-have for collectors and bass enthusiasts.

Features

• Ash Body
• Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish
• 75th Anniversary Pure Vintage '51 Single-Coil Precision® Pickup
• 1951 "U"-Shaped Neck Profile
• Pure Vintage 2-Saddle Precision Bass® with Fiber Saddles, Serialized
• Pure Vintage Reverse Open-Gear Tuners

Ash Body

Ash is a warm-toned wood with clear, bright highs, defined midrange, and a beautiful grain pattern.

Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish

Nitrocellulose lacquer, as used on ‘50s and ‘60’s Fender instruments, is a premium finish that reveals the instrument’s true tonal character.

75th Anniversary Pure Vintage '51 Single-Coil Precision® Bass Pickup

This anniversary pickup is specially voiced to reproduce the authentic sound and performance of a 1951 Precision bass. Constructed just like pickups from Fender’s golden years, materials include cloth-covered wire, fiber bobbins and alnico magnets.

1951 “U”-Shape Neck

The 75th Anniversary 1951 Precision Bass sports a substantial U-shaped neck profile that delivers the authentic feel and powerful sustain of the original.

Pure Vintage 2-Saddle Precision Bass® With Fiber Saddles, Serialized

The Pure Vintage 2-saddle Precision Bass® bridge with fiber saddles delivers authentic early-'50s tone and feel with serialized vintage accuracy for collectors and purists.

Pure Vintage Reverse Open-Gear Tuners

The Pure Vintage reverse open-gear tuners provide authentic vintage aesthetics and smooth, reliable tuning stability with period-correct design details.

Specifications

General

• Product Name: 75th Anniversary American Vintage II 1951 Precision Bass®, Maple Fingerboard, Butterscotch Blonde
• Series: Limited Edition 75th Anniversary Precision Bass Collection
• Color: Butterscotch Blonde
• Orientation: Right-Hand

Body

• Body Material: Ash
• Body Shape: Precision Bass®
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck

• Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
• Neck Shape: 1951 "U"
• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
• Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.70" (43.2 mm)
• Position Inlays: Black Dot
• Side Dots: Black
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Headstock: Original Precision Bass® Shape

Electronics

• Middle Pickup: 75th Anniversary '51 Single-Coil Precision Bass®
• Pickup Configuration: S
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching: None

Hardware

• Bridge: Pure Vintage 2-Saddle Precision Bass® with Fiber Saddles, Serialized
• Bridge Cover/Tailpiece: Includes Chrome Bridge Cover
• Bridge Mounting: 3-Screw Vintage-Style Hard-Tail
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Reverse Open-Gear
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Black Phenolic
• Control Knobs: Knurled Dome
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• String Trees: Vintage-Style Disc
• Strings: Fender® USA 9050L Stainless Steel Flatwound (.045-.100 Gauges), PN 0739050403

Accessories

• Case/Gig Bag Included: Vintage-Style Tweed (Crushed Red Interior)
• Recommended Gig Bag: FB1225 Electric Bass Gig Bag, P/N 0991622406 (Not Included)