Knaresborough, United Kingdom
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Product Title: Fender 1972 Fretless Precision Bass Guitar Modified with Fender Jazz Bridge Pickup in Natural Finish Pre-Owned
Brand: Fender
Type: 4 String Solid Body Fretless Bass Guitar
Year: 1972
Serial Number: 397454
Country of Origin: USA
Colour: Natural
Weight: 8.62lbs
Case: Gigbag (The zip is damaged on this but could easily be replaced)
Accessories: None
Sound: The Fender Precision Fretless sound is famously warm, woody, and muscular, combing the distinct low end thump of a traditional P Bass split coil pickup with the fluid, vocal like "mwah" glide of a fretless fingerboard. When a string is plucked, the vibrating metal presses directly against the wood of the fingerboard creating a subtle swell like bloom or "mwah" effect that sounds deeply expressive and vocal. The single split coil pickup of a P bass keeps the fundamental frequencies incredibly thick. Bassists often note that it creates an impression that the instrument is an octave lower due to the weight of the notes. On a fretless P bass the attack is softer than a standard P bass allowing the not to slide smoothly and expand dynamically depending on your finger pressure. The Jazz bridge pickup yields a tight, barky, mid range punch that accentuates finger articulation and adds lots of clarity to the overall tone.
Cosmetic: There are clear dings and marks to the body as well as some clear oxidisation to the hardware. We have included close ups of the most significant marks in the product images.
Electronics: All working perfectly as tested by our in store guitar technicians. This basses pickup system has been modified with the original Precision pickup being swapped out for a more modern Fender Precision pickup as well as new routing being created to fit the new Fender Jazz Pickup at the bridge. Due to Fenders serial number system it is unclear whether this is an American or Mexican pickup, but it is legitimately Fender. The potentiometers, input and wiring harness look relatively new and as if they have been fitted in the past ten years. The modifications are reflected in the price of the instrument.
Condition Rating: 4
It is important to note that all guitars we take in at The Music Bank are serviced and restrung (if necessary) on arrival into store.
Pre-Owned Condition Rating Guide
Rating Score 1 - Excellent - Item is in 'as new' condition
Rating Score 2 - Very Good - Item will show signs of light use
Rating Score 3 - Good - Item will show signs of use including light marks
Rating Score 4- Average - Item will show signs of heavy use, dents/chips
Rating Score 5 - Not Working - Item is sold for parts
About The Music Bank
Located in the heart of Knaresborough on the busy High Street, the Grade II, former Barclays Bank is where we call home! Spread over 2000 Sq Ft, and packed to the floor and ceiling with stock. We have a wide range of products to choose from. The store also offers music tuition in Guitar, Piano, Drums, Vocals, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Classical Guitar, Songwriting and Music Theory in our dedicated tuition rooms, as well as Repairs, Sertups & Servicing. With a large customer base built over many years, creating strong supplier relations, we are able to bring you 1000's of great products at great prices!
Original Price£1,799
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