The shorter scale of the bass 34 inches instead of 42 inches means the spacing between notes is smaller making it easier to play. What is your opinion on the squier vintage modified pj bass vs original fender standard precision bass mim in terms of build quality. Did you know that the precision bass was so popular when it came out in 1951 that they werent called electric bass guitars they were. Great deals on fender precision bass 4 string guitars. Bass guitar service diagrams if youre repairing or modifying your instrument or simply need some replacement part numbers, these lists and diagrams should help you get started.
The fender precision bass is the worlds first electric bass, carrying a voice thats gone unchanged since its inception. Leo fender brought us the precision bass back in the 1950s, and its classic body shape and comfortable neck continue to give todays player series version excellent playability and a distinctive look. The new fender deluxe active precision bass features a pj pickup configuration, making it an exceptionally versatile instrument. P j option cut and tape on center lines vintage jb rear route modern jb rear route. Im going for a vintage white with a brown tortoise shell pickguard. Pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender cad. The name precision came from the fact the bass had frets, thus allowing bassists to more easily play in tune. Fender classic series wood case precision bass jazz bass black model. American deluxe precision bass, 019520002, 011100, download. Fender american professional precision bass guitar black, p bass. Fender 58 precision bass avri guitar interactive magazine. If youre looking for fender bass guitars, we can help.
Pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender style. A huge step forward from traditional upright bass guitars, the precision bass was fitted with frets, had a small, light weight body a singlecoil pickup and was played sideways. My bass is much like a particularly well finished mim would be in all respects. Fender precision bass guitars are widely regarded as the most popular electric bass in the world and remain one of the most influential guitars ever made commonly referred to as the p bass, fender precision basses feature a strat inspired body for playability and singlecoil pickups for thick bass tones suitable for a range of genres. Fender standard precision bass parts list pdf download. See more ideas about fender precision bass, bass and fender bass. You can find the model number and total number of manuals listed below. Just in case you were wondering, the p stands for precision, the fender p bass and thats exactly what youll get. Take a wander through our online store and youll find signature models from the likes of sting and matt freeman, as well as a whole host of other. The pbass is in mint condition and has only been gently played a few times in our store. However, in 1957 the p bass was redesigned and became the version most of us think of when mentioning a precision a split humbucker bass. View and download fender standard precision bass parts list online. Description pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender style.
We are an authorized fender dealer and the guitar includes the full fender warranty and all. I ask only on build quality because pickups are swapable on both of them. Also adaptable for fender vintage style and precision bass bridges. Fender player precision bass black with maple fingerboard. Best bass gear is open and accepting online orders, but like most retailers, our shipping and bass tech responses are slower than usual. The 1962 fender precision bass is the name year and model that james jamerson played on almost every motown hit of the sixties, till it was stolen from the. Gator cases hardshell wood case for electric bass guitars. At that time, i couldnt see or feel any difference between the rather new cv and vm lines. Selection file type icon file name description size revision time user. A wonderful book with lots of detailed pictures of this great bass. View and download fender 276100 pbass manual online. Fender bass guitar buying guide amplified electric guitars first started overpowering rhythm sections in the 1930s and 40s and the volume of upright double basses needed a boost. All the classic p bass thump and plumminess are in full effect, while the tone control provides a very useable contrast in terms of brightness. The model list is, for the most part, of instruments currently in production.
Im debating whether i want to go with the tele p bass headstock of the standard p bass headstock. American deluxe precision guitar pdf manual download. The original precision bass was introduced in 1951 and had a single coil pickup approximately halfway between the bridge and the end of the fretboard. P bass thumb rest for fender bass zeromod musical products.
Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. You can remove your filters and start again or use the previous filter you selected. Answering the demands of upright bassists, leo fender developed an electric instrument that could not only be amplified to keep up with the volume of the guitars. Ive been playing bass guitar for the past 18 years and i always use 4 string bass, i decide to jump for 5 string bass, my first 4 string bass was a byscane imitation of the fender jazz bass, then i upgrade to a yamaha 4 string bass which i love and i was looking for a no expensive 5 string bass to tray out and i see this squire by fender 5 string bass jazz bass, i love the fact that is bigger. Precision bass, american deluxe precision bass v 0195300, american deluxe precision bass v. The telecaster or precision bass type metal knobs with the small set screw. The pb2 is all together different made for those wanting to be near the bridge. As a 1974 p bass player i just had to have this book, so i ordered a copy at amazons. Fender precision bass plus deluxe 19921994 precision bass plus deluxe 19921994, 4string bass guitar from fender in the precision bass series.
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Fender musiclander or arrow body only, courtesy to someone named ricardo. One of your filters is filtering so well, that no products were found. Fender bass guitars manual american musical supply. Im also adding a jazz pickup at the bridge, so not really 50s style, more 70s style. Fender roadworn 50s precision bass amazing bass alert duration. Thankfully, the bass is blessed with a fine setup, no sharp fret edges and a string action that begs to be played. Vintera series 50s precision bass vintera series fender. Fender precision bass celtic musical instruments music. Pdf precision bass electric guitar plan fender cad guitar plans. Free pdf downloads for fender deluxe active precision bass special manuals at download free instrument pdf manuals. I paid all of 180 bucks for the bass, but spent a bit more on tools to get it set up right. This is about the early precision basses leo brought to life. In its standard, post1957 configuration, the precision bass is a solid body, fourstringed instrument equipped with a single splitcoil humbucking pickup and a onepiece, 20 fret maple neck with rosewood, pau ferro, or maple fingerboard.
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Precision bass has been offered in a myriad of models in its 50 years of existense, including a number of reissues. Fender precision bass 1958 sunburst price guide reverb. Packed with the fundamental fender bass sound you know and love, these splitcoil pickups use alnico 5 magnets on the treble side and alnico 2 on the bass side to deliver classic tone with all the vintage warmth and crisp, clear sound that made fender a legend. Review fender deluxe active precision bass bass musician. Drawn clearly on a single ao sheet with all details required including wiring,fret positions,hardware templates even screw sizes. The p bass gives the quintessential bass sound, and here at musos we have an enormous selection of models from the fender range.
The precision is an absolute classic, of course, much copied, much improved over the years, but unlike a lot of other firsts that have been left behind would you drive a 1958 car. Fender deluxe active precision bass sapphire blue with maple fingerboard sweetwater exclusive. Fender instrument manuals we currently have 9 fender instrument models with downloadable pdf manuals. As the first production model bass guitar, the fender precision bass was an absolutely revolutionary instrument upon its introduction in 1951. Fender deluxe active precision bass special manuals. Fender player precision bass maple fingerboard limited edition. When leo fender released the precision bass, or p bass as it is commonly called, back in 1951, it started out as an alternative for acoustic double bass players who struggled to match up with louder instruments. Fender precision bass 4 string guitars for sale in stock. It quickly found its place and the rest is music history. Vmod precision bass pickups are modified versions of our classic vintage pickup designs. Fender precision bass serial number guide download b89f1c4981 old precision and jazz basses are. If your search produces too many results, use the and function to focus your search by putting a plussymbol in front of one of the terms e. The chrome hardware is sturdily attached and operates smoothly where required.
American professional precision bass v electric basses. Not aware of its excistence i stumbled upon it in an amsterdam music shop. Fender ish guitarplanscollection there are also dwg files available. View and download fender precision bass owners manual online. Drawn at full scale 11 and all dimensions annotated in metric. With it thick low end and pin point precision these are still incredibly popular, even to this day. Fender american series and most aftermarket the vintage pickups on the av75 jazz bass are drawn as modern size. View and download fender elite precision bass i manual online. The fender precision bass often shortened to p bass is a model of electric bass manufactured by fender musical instruments corporation.
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