Fender - American Professional Classic Precision Bass 3-Color Sunburst
The perfect blend of vintage charm and modern performance – the American Professional Classic Precision Bass®.
From studio to stage, The American Professional Classic Precision Bass® All the soul of a goldenera Fender®, evolved for today’s player.
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V-Modified neck profile balances classic comfort with contemporary playability; modern fretwork and hardware beneath vintage aesthetics; hand-wound pickups deliver warm, focused tone characteristic of Fender's golden era while remaining articulate in contemporary mix contexts.
Weighs approximately 9.5 lbs—substantial but standard for a Precision Bass. Quality hard case strongly recommended given the price point. Players transitioning from modern slab-neck designs may need brief adjustment period. Pairs well with quality strap and cable; no modification needed for standard amplifier setups.
A Precision Bass stripped of unnecessary marketing but enriched by Fender's manufacturing refinement. Delivers the tonal foundation that shaped popular music without requiring compromise between vintage character and practical playability—worth the investment for serious players.
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American Professional Classic Precision Bass®
The perfect blend of vintage charm and modern performance – the American Professional Classic Precision Bass®.
Under the hood, the vintage-inspired Coastline™ ’60 split-coil Precision Bass® pickup delivers depth, punch and articulation while the sleek Modern “C” neck provides exceptional comfort and playability. Fender ‘lollipop’ tuners deliver classic looks and precise tuning stability. Boasting custom-faded vintage and signature Fender® finishes, this professional-grade instrument looks as good as it sounds.
From studio to stage, The American Professional Classic Precision Bass® All the soul of a goldenera Fender®, evolved for today’s player.
Features
- Alder Body
- Coastline™ '60 split-coil Precision Bass® pickup
- Modern "C"-shaped neck with 9.5"-radius fingerboard and Medium Jumbo frets
- Vintage-style Hardware
- Greasebucket™ Tone System
- Included gigbag
ALDER BODY
A classic Fender® tonewood known for resonance, punch and clarity. Alder has a balanced and lively tone with beefy mids and a robust low-end.
FADED CLASSIC AND SIGNATURE FENDER® FINISHES
Each instrument is available in signature Fender colors and faded classic finishes that recreate the well-loved patina of vintage basses.
COASTLINE™ ’60 SPLIT-COIL PRECISION BASS® PICKUP
Based on Fender’s Pure Vintage designs, the Coastline ’60 split-coil Precision Bass® pickup is slightly overwound to deliver enhanced Fender warmth, focus and punch
MODERN "C"-SHAPED NECK WITH 9.5" RADIUS FINGERBOARD AND MEDIUM JUMBO
The Modern "C"-shaped neck delivers a comfortable playing experience with its smooth, ergonomic profile. The 9.5”-radius fingerboard with medium jumbo frets provides fast fretting and easy playability.
VINTAGE STYLE HARDWARE
Pure in form and function, the vintage-style 4-barrel steel saddle bridge provides classic playability and feel, complemented by period-correct "lollipop" tuners for authentic style and reliable tuning stability.
GREASEBUCKET™ TONE SYSTEM
The uniquely engineered Greasebucket™ Tone System shapes high frequencies without muddying the low end or compromising your fundamental tone, preserving the bass's carefully crafted voice. Unlike traditional tone controls, this sophisticated circuit maintains punch and definition even when rolled back.
Accessories |
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Case/Gig Bag
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Deluxe Gig Bag |
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Recommended Case
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Classic Series Precision®/Jazz Bass® Wood Hardshell Case, P/N 0996166306 (Not Included) |
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Truss Rod Wrench
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3/16" Hex (Allen) |
Body |
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Body
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Alder |
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Body Finish
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Gloss Urethane |
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Body Material
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Alder |
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Body Shape
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Precision Bass® |
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Body Style
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Solid Body |
Electronics |
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Controls
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Master Volume, Master Tone |
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Middle Pickup
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Coastline™ '60 Split Single-Coil Precision Bass® |
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Pickup Configuration
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S |
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Switching
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None |
General |
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Color
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3-Color Sunburst |
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Orientation
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Right-Hand |
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Product Name
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American Professional Classic Precision Bass®, Rosewood Fingerboard, 3-Color Sunburst |
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Series
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American Professional Classic |
Hardware |
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Bridge
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4-Saddle Vintage-Style with Steel Saddles |
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Control Knobs
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Knurled Flat-Top |
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Hardware Finish
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Nickel/Chrome |
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Neck Plate
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4-Bolt |
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Pickguard
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3-Ply Black/White/Black |
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Pickup Covers
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Black |
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Strap Buttons
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Vintage-Style |
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String Trees
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Vintage-Style Disc |
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Strings
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Fender® 7250M Nickel Plated Steel Roundwound, Long Scale, (.045-.105 Gauges), PN 0737250406 |
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Tuning Machines
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Vintage-Style "Lollipop" (Non Reverse) |
Measurements |
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Fret Size
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Medium Jumbo |
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Scale Length
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34" (864 mm) |
Neck |
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Fingerboard Material
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Rosewood |
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Fingerboard Radius
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9.5" (241 mm) |
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Neck Finish
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Satin Urethane |
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Neck Material
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Maple |
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Neck Shape
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Modern "C" |
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Number of Frets
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20 |
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Nut Material
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Synthetic Bone |
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Nut Width
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1.625" (41.3 mm) |
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Position Inlays
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White Dot |
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String Nut
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Synthetic Bone |
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Truss Rod
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Standard |
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Truss Rod Nut
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3/16" Hex Adjustment |
Fender is an iconic American musical instrument manufacturer founded in 1946, renowned for inventing and perfecting the electric bass guitar. The company's Precision Bass, introduced in 1951, became the gold standard for bass playing across genres—from jazz and blues to rock and beyond. Fender's commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovation has made it the preferred choice of professional musicians worldwide.
The American Professional line represents Fender's dedication to modern player needs while honoring the tonal and aesthetic legacy that defines the brand. Each instrument reflects decades of refinement, combining vintage character with contemporary hardware and electronics for reliability on any stage.
