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A Modern Precision Bass Marking 75 Years of a Defining Electric Bass Design
The Precision Bass design changed the role of bass in modern music by making electric bass lines clear, consistent, and easy to control in a band mix. The 75th Anniversary Player II Precision Bass celebrates that milestone with a design that stays faithful to the original concept while refining the playing experience for modern musicians. An alder body provides a balanced tonal foundation, producing tight low frequencies and strong midrange definition that help bass notes remain audible alongside guitars and drums. That tonal balance is one reason the Precision-style layout remains one of the most widely used electric bass designs.
The 75th Anniversary Thunderbolt split single-coil pickup delivers the focused, punchy response that Precision Bass players rely on. The split-coil layout reduces noise while maintaining strong note attack and clear low-end authority. A maple neck shaped in a Modern C profile pairs with a 9.5 inch radius rosewood fingerboard and rolled edges to create a comfortable feel that supports long playing sessions and controlled fretting across the neck.
A 34 inch scale length maintains familiar string tension and articulation, while the four-saddle bridge allows accurate adjustment of string height and intonation. Hardware choices such as open-gear tuning machines and a commemorative 75th Anniversary neck plate acknowledge the instrument's historical significance while keeping the design practical and dependable for everyday playing.
At Riffs & Licks Music, we think this bass is ideal for players who want the clarity and authority of the Precision Bass design while marking an important milestone in electric bass history, especially musicians who value dependable mix presence and a straightforward instrument that delivers consistent results.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Precision Bass |
| Body | Alder |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyester |
| Neck | Maple |
| Neck Finish | Satin Urethane Finish on Back, Gloss Urethane Finish on Front |
| Neck Shape | Modern "C" |
| Scale Length | 34" (864 mm) |
| Fingerboard, Radius | Rosewood, 9.5" (241 mm) |
| Frets | 20 Medium Jumbo |
| Nut, Width | Bone, 1.625" (41.3 mm) |
| Machine Heads | Standard Open-Gear |
| Pickguard | 4-Ply Aged White Pearl |
| Pickups | 75th Anniversary Thunderbolt Split Single-Coil Precision Bass (Middle) |
| Controls | |
| Bridge | 4-Saddle Standard |
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| Body Shape | P-Bass |
| Left / Right Handed | Right Handed |
| Series | Fender Anniversary |
| SKU | 0140780313 |
| Barcode # | 885978845958 |
| Brand | Fender |
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