AudioFu

Best Fender Premium Basses 2025

Premium Fender premium basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Professional Recording For Live Performance For Studio Work For High-End Collection For Serious Players For Investment
BRANDS: Fender Music Man Sadowsky Marleaux Franz Bassguitars Warwick Spector Fodera
Fender 60 P-Bass SFG Journeyman Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Fender 60 P-Bass SFG Journeyman Relic

by Fender
Serious Players High-End Collection Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Investment-grade instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Highest quality materials
  • • Superior tone and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Very high price point
  • • Can be intimidating to play

Fender 60 P-Bass SFG Journeyman RelicElectric BassCustom ShopTwo-piece body: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 598601
$5,829
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 60 P-Bass CAR Journeyman Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Fender 60 P-Bass CAR Journeyman Relic

by Fender
Studio Work Professional Recording High-End Collection
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials
✓ PROS
  • • Professional appointments
  • • Exceptional craftsmanship
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful maintenance
  • • Very high price point

Fender 60 P-Bass CAR Journeyman RelicElectric BassCustom Shop modelTwo-piece body: AlderNeck: MapleNeck profile: 60s...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 590884
$5,939
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 75 J-Bass JM MN PRSP - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Fender 75 J-Bass JM MN PRSP

by Fender
Professional Recording Serious Players High-End Collection
Key Feature:
• Exceptional craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Highest quality materials
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Very high price point

Fender 75 J-Bass JM MN PRSPElectric BassBody: AshMatching HeadstockBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleNut:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 557049
$6,929
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTD - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Fender 53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTD

by Fender
Studio Work Serious Players High-End Collection
Key Feature:
• Exceptional craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Superior tone and playability
  • • Investment-grade instrument
✗ CONS
  • • Very high price point
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Fender 53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTDElectric BassLimited editionTwo-piece body: Selected ashOne-piece neck: Quartersawn...

⭐ 4.7/5 (30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 574928
$6,335
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender Sean Hurley 61 P-Bass Aged CFM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fender Sean Hurley 61 P-Bass Aged CFM

by Fender
Investment Serious Players Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials
✓ PROS
  • • Highest quality materials
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • Can be intimidating to play
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Fender Sean Hurley 61 P-Bass Aged CFMElectric BassSean Hurley Signature Custom Shop ModelBody: Selected alderNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 322862
$5,719
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 64 J-Bass Closet Classic WB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fender 64 J-Bass Closet Classic WB

by Fender
High-End Collection Studio Work Serious Players
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials
✓ PROS
  • • Investment-grade instrument
  • • Superior tone and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Insurance considerations
  • • May be overkill for beginners

Fender 64 J-Bass Closet Classic WBElectric BassCustom Shop modelBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodDot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 613401
$5,499
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 60 P-Bass 3CS Journeyman Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Fender 60 P-Bass 3CS Journeyman Relic

by Fender
Professional Recording Serious Players High-End Collection
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional craftsmanship
  • • Highest quality materials
✗ CONS
  • • Very high price point
  • • Insurance considerations

Fender 60 P-Bass 3CS Journeyman RelicElectric BassCustom Shop modelTwo-piece body: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 598514
$6,379
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 75 J-Bass REL MN NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Fender 75 J-Bass REL MN NAT

by Fender
Serious Players Professional Recording Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Exceptional craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Superior tone and playability
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • Insurance considerations
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Fender 75 J-Bass REL MN NATElectric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlack block Poly Pearl...

⭐ 4.8/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 557050
$5,829
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 59 P-Bass MN CSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Fender 59 P-Bass MN CSB

by Fender
Studio Work High-End Collection Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and playability
✓ PROS
  • • Investment-grade instrument
  • • Exceptional craftsmanship
✗ CONS
  • • Can be intimidating to play
  • • Very high price point

Fender 59 P-Bass MN CSBElectric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleWhite block fingerboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 556954
$5,499
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 64 J-Bass REL RW FMG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Fender 64 J-Bass REL RW FMG

by Fender
Serious Players Investment Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials
✓ PROS
  • • Professional appointments
  • • Investment-grade instrument
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Insurance considerations

Fender 64 J-Bass REL RW FMGElectric BassModel: Custom ShopBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: RosewoodClay DOT...

⭐ 4.6/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 557015
$5,499
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 60 P-Bass JM Shell Pink - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Fender 60 P-Bass JM Shell Pink

by Fender
Serious Players High-End Collection Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional craftsmanship
  • • Highest quality materials
✗ CONS
  • • Can be intimidating to play
  • • Insurance considerations

Fender 60 P-Bass JM Shell PinkElectric BassCustom Shop modelBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodDot...

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 613404
$4,729
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender 60 P-Bass OLW Relic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Fender 60 P-Bass OLW Relic

by Fender
Investment High-End Collection Serious Players
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials
✓ PROS
  • • Highest quality materials
  • • Exceptional craftsmanship
✗ CONS
  • • Very high price point
  • • May be overkill for beginners

Fender 60 P-Bass OLW RelicElectric BassCustom Shop modelBody: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodNeck profile: 60s...

⭐ 4.7/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 598493
$6,544
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender LTD Custom Jazz Bass Jmr AOW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Fender LTD Custom Jazz Bass Jmr AOW

by Fender
Studio Work Investment High-End Collection
Key Feature:
• Investment-grade instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Investment-grade instrument
  • • Superior tone and playability
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Fender LTD Custom Jazz Bass Jmr AOWElectric BassLimited EditionCustom Shop ModelBody: AlderNeck-thru-body:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 601084
$6,159
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fender '53 Precision Bass Aged 2CS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Fender '53 Precision Bass Aged 2CS

by Fender
Serious Players Professional Recording High-End Collection
Key Feature:
• Exceptional craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Professional appointments
  • • Superior tone and playability
✗ CONS
  • • Very high price point
  • • Can be intimidating to play

Fender '53 Precision Bass Aged 2CSElectric BassTwo-piece body: selected ashOne-piece neck: quartersawn...

⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 574659
$5,664
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Premium Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced premium basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

Related Best Lists

POPULAR

Best ST Style Guitars

TOP

Best Humbucker Pickups

POPULAR

Best Distortion Pedals

POPULAR

Best Single Cut Guitars

RELATED

Best Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars

TOP

Best 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more