This Fender bass guitar is a masterpiece from Japan. It combines the timeless aesthetics of Fender's traditional instrument production with Japan's top - notch craftsmanship. With the authentic Fender DNA, it guarantees reliable Japanese - made quality. The Traditional '70s Precision Bass® features a basswood body with a gloss finish. Its 9.5 - inch radius 'U' shaped maple neck, equipped with 20 vintage - style frets, offers a classic playing experience unique to the Traditional series. The 4 - saddle vintage - style bridge and the specially - selected pickups for this series produce a realistic and musical vintage tone. The narrow nut width is designed to make it easy for Japanese players to handle. Here are the key specs: Body Shape is Precision Bass®, Body Material is Basswood, Body Finish is Gloss Polyester, Neck Profile is 'U' Shape, Fretboard Material is Rosewood, Fretboard Radius is 9.5' (241 mm), Scale Length is 34' (86.36 cm), there are 20 Vintage Frets, Fretboard Inlays are Pearl Dot Inlays, Pickups are Vintage - Style Split Single - Coil Precision Bass® (Middle), Bridge is 4 - Saddle Vintage - Style, Pickguard is 3 - ply Black, Strings are Nickel Plated Steel (.045 -.105 Gauges), Tuning Machines are Vintage - Style, Hardware Finish is Nickel/Chrome, and it comes with a Gig Bag.
Using this Fender bass guitar is a breeze. First, make sure the tuning machines are adjusted properly to get the right pitch. You can use a tuner to help with this. When you start playing, the narrow nut width makes it easy to fret notes, especially for those with smaller hands. The pickups will give you a great vintage tone, so experiment with different playing techniques to bring out the best sound. As for maintenance, keep the guitar in a dry place to prevent the wood from warping. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to remove sweat and dirt. Every few months, check the bridge and tuning machines for any loose parts. If you're not using the guitar for a long time, store it in the gig bag provided to protect it from dust and scratches.
