75th Anniversary American Vintage II 1951 Precision Bass
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)






