The Fender American Vintage II series offers an incredibly accurate interpretation of the revolutionary designs that changed the course of music history. Each instrument in this series is crafted with period - accurate bodies, necks, and hardware, high - quality finishes, and precisely voiced, year - specific pickups. It truly captures the authentic Fender craftsmanship and tone.
The late 1950s to the early 1960s was a crucial time for the Precision Bass. During this transition period, many new features were introduced, which later became iconic for the P - Bass. By 1960, the P - bass design had evolved. It had a Strat - style headstock, comfortable contours, pickguard - mounted electronics, and a 4 - saddle bridge. The 1960 Precision Bass in 3 - Color Sunburst with a 4 - ply tortoiseshell pickguard presented a more refined and lasting look.
This American Vintage II 1960 Precision Bass has a top - grade alder body, a Pure Vintage ‘60 Split - Coil P - Bass pickup, and a sturdy “C” shaped hard rock maple neck paired with a 7.25” radius slab rosewood fingerboard. It perfectly replicates the classic tone and feel of the original.
The instruments in the American Vintage II series are direct descendants of the original Fenders. They are made for players who love vintage Fender tone and feel and are built with the highest quality, right down to the last screw. These are the purest form of Fender electric guitars.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Precision Bass
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Neck Profile: 1960 'C'
- Fretboard Material: Slab Rosewood
- Fretboard Radius: 7.25' (184.1 mm)
- Scale Length: 34' (86.36 cm)
- No. of Frets: 20 Vintage Tall Frets
- Fretboard Inlays: Clay Dot Inlays
- Pickups: Pure Vintage '60 Split - Coil Precision (Middle)
- Bridge: Pure Vintage 4 - Saddle with Threaded Steel Saddles
- Pickguard: 4 - Ply Tortoiseshell
- Strings: Fender USA 7250M Nickel Plated Steel (.045 -.105 Gauges), PN 0737250406
- Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Reverse Open - Gear
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Case: Vintage - Style Brown (Orange Interior)
Using your Fender American Vintage II 1960 Precision Bass is a breeze. First, make sure the guitar is properly tuned using the tuning machines. Then, plug it into an amplifier and adjust the volume and tone controls to get your desired sound. You can play different styles of music, from rock to jazz, thanks to its versatile Pure Vintage ‘60 Split - Coil P - Bass pickup.
When it comes to handling, always hold the guitar by the neck or body gently. Avoid dropping it or hitting it against hard surfaces. After playing, wipe the strings with a clean cloth to remove sweat and dirt. This will help keep the strings in good condition and prevent corrosion.
For long - term storage, keep the guitar in its vintage - style brown case with the orange interior. This will protect it from dust, humidity, and physical damage. Also, check the humidity level in the storage area. Extreme humidity can cause the wood to warp or the finish to peel. If possible, use a humidity control device to maintain a stable environment.
Every few months, it's a good idea to take your guitar to a professional technician for a setup. They can adjust the action, intonation, and other aspects to ensure the best playing experience.
