The Fender American Professional Precision Bass takes one of the most trusted bass guitar designs in music history and adds a series of thoughtful refinements for today’s performing and recording musicians. Known for its powerful low end, focused midrange and straightforward controls, the Precision Bass has remained a favorite among bassists for generations. This American-made version builds on that proven foundation with upgraded electronics, improved neck comfort and versatile bridge hardware.
Featuring a solid alder body, a 34-inch scale maple neck and a rosewood fingerboard, the American Professional Precision Bass delivers the familiar feel and tonal character players expect from a classic P Bass. A V-Mod III split-coil pickup provides its unmistakable punch and clarity, while Fender’s ClassicGear Precision potentiometers offer smooth, dependable volume and tone adjustments.
Additional refinements include rolled fingerboard edges, a sculpted neck heel, a Super-Natural satin neck finish and a four-saddle HiMass Pro bridge with both string-through-body and top-load options. Combining traditional Fender character with modern performance features, this Precision Bass is built to handle everything from studio recording to demanding live performances.
Classic Alder Body Construction
The American Professional Precision Bass features a solid alder body that provides a balanced tonal foundation with excellent clarity, punch and resonance. Alder has long been associated with Fender instruments, offering a well-rounded frequency response that works particularly well for the strong fundamentals and focused midrange of the Precision Bass.
The familiar solidbody design maintains the classic P Bass appearance and feel, while the durable polyurethane finish provides protection for regular use on stage, in the rehearsal room and in the studio.
Combined with the traditional 34-inch scale length, the alder body delivers the dependable response and familiar playing characteristics that have made the Precision Bass such an important instrument across virtually every musical genre.
V-Mod III Split-Coil Pickup Delivers Classic Precision Bass Tone
At the heart of the American Professional Precision Bass is Fender’s V-Mod III split-coil pickup, designed to deliver the powerful, focused sound that has defined the P Bass for decades.
The split-coil configuration provides a punchy low end, strong midrange presence and excellent note definition, making it an excellent choice for everything from rock and country to funk, blues and modern studio work.
The control layout stays true to the traditional Precision Bass design, featuring straightforward master volume and master tone controls. This simple arrangement allows players to quickly adjust their sound without dealing with unnecessary switching or complicated electronics.
Fender ClassicGear Precision potentiometers provide smooth, consistent adjustments, giving players reliable control over output and tonal character while preserving the simplicity that makes the Precision Bass so popular.
Refined Medium C Maple Neck for Improved Comfort
The American Professional Precision Bass features a maple neck with a Medium C profile, designed to provide a comfortable and familiar playing feel. Its traditional proportions offer a solid grip for fingerstyle playing while remaining comfortable for extended performances.
The rosewood fingerboard features a 9.5-inch radius and 20 Narrow Tall frets, providing a smooth playing surface for accurate fretting, clean articulation and comfortable movement across the neck.
Rolled fingerboard edges give the instrument a more natural, broken-in feel, while Fender’s Super-Natural satin urethane finish allows the fretting hand to move smoothly along the back of the neck.
A sculpted neck heel improves access to the upper frets, and the 1.625-inch bone nut maintains the familiar width associated with traditional four-string Precision Basses. Together, these refinements create a comfortable instrument that retains the classic P Bass feel while offering a more polished playing experience.
HiMass Pro Bridge Provides Flexible String Loading
The American Professional Precision Bass comes equipped with a four-saddle HiMass Pro bridge, offering individual string adjustment for accurate intonation and a consistent playing setup.
One of its most useful features is the ability to choose between traditional string-through-body installation and top-loading. This flexibility allows players to experiment with different string tension and feel to suit their preferred playing style.
Lightweight vintage-style tuning machines with tapered shafts provide dependable tuning stability while maintaining a clean, traditional appearance. Nickel and chrome hardware complete the understated Fender styling.
The bass is supplied with Fender USA .045-.105 gauge strings, providing a familiar setup that works well for a wide range of playing applications.
A Professional Precision Bass Built for Stage and Studio
The Fender American Professional Precision Bass combines the dependable tone and straightforward design of the original P Bass with modern refinements that make a difference in everyday playing. Its V-Mod III split-coil pickup delivers the familiar punch and presence bassists rely on, while the improved neck design provides added comfort and playability.
The HiMass Pro bridge offers additional setup flexibility, and the traditional volume and tone controls keep operation simple and intuitive. From recording sessions and rehearsals to demanding live performances, this American-made Precision Bass provides the reliability, tone and feel working musicians need.
A Fender deluxe molded case is included for convenient transportation and protection.
Weight: 9lbs 5oz
Features
- 4-string electric bass with V-Mod III split-coil pickup and 4-saddle HiMass Pro bridge
- Alder body is shared across the rosewood-fingerboard finish range
- V-Mod III split-coil Precision Bass pickup uses a single-pickup layout
- Master volume and master tone keep the electronics direct
- Medium C maple neck has rolled edges and a sculpted heel
- Rosewood fingerboard uses a 9.5″ radius and 20 narrow tall frets
- 1.625″ bone nut is wider than the standard Jazz Bass nut
- 4-saddle HiMass Pro bridge supports string-through or top-load setup
- Lightweight vintage-style tuners use tapered shafts
- Deluxe molded case included for transport and storage
Body
- Body construction: Solidbody
- Body shape: Precision Bass
- Body material: Alder
- Body finish: Polyurethane
- Available colors: 3-Color Sunburst, Dark Night, Olympic White, Oxblood
Neck
- Neck material: Maple
- Neck profile: Medium C
- Neck finish: Super-Natural satin urethane back with gloss urethane headstock face
- Scale length: 34″
Fingerboard
- Fingerboard material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard radius: 9.5″
- Number of frets: 20
- Fret size: Narrow tall
- Inlays: White dot
- Side dots: White
- Nut material: Bone
- Nut width: 1.625″
Hardware
- Bridge: 4-saddle HiMass Pro, string-through-body or top-load
- Tuning machines: Fender lightweight vintage-style keys with tapered shafts
- Hardware finish: Nickel/chrome
- Pickguard: 4-ply tortoiseshell or 3-ply black, depending on finish
- Control knobs: Knurled flat-top
Electronics
- Pickup configuration: S
- Middle pickup: V-Mod III split-coil Precision Bass
- Controls: Master volume, master tone
- Potentiometers: Fender ClassicGear Precision
Strings
- Number of strings: 4
- Factory strings: Fender USA 7250M nickel-plated steel, .045–.105
Other
- Orientation: Right handed
- Case: Deluxe molded case
- Country of origin: USA
All instruments are setup to factory spec and inspected before shipping. Player preference may vary and instruments may need additional adjustments to accommodate those preferences. Setups are not applicable for free returns.
We offer the option to upgrade to a Plek setup at a discounted rate when purchasing an instrument. To learn more about Plek, please message us, or call at: 740-522-0277.Plek add-ons are non-refundable once completed. In the event of a return, a refund will be issued minus the cost of the Plek and any other add-on services.
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