Fender 53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTD
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53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTD
Product Info
Article Number:
574928
Brand:
Fender
Model:
53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTD
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$6,334.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously cool P-Bass for the vintage fanatic. The relic job is fantastic, the split-coil pickup adds a modern edge to the classic tone, and the quartersawn neck makes it a joy to play. It's a premium-priced instrument perfect for session players and collectors seeking that authentic, aged vibe.
Product Description
- Fender 53 P-Bass Relic ABB LTD
- Electric Bass
- Limited edition
- Two-piece body: Selected ash
- One-piece neck: Quartersawn maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fingerboard radius: 7.25"
- 20 Medium vintage frets
- Bone: Nut
- Neck Profile: 51 Style "U"
- Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound Vintage P-Bass Split Coil
- Vintage-style machine heads
- Single-ply black phenolic pickguard
- 2-Saddle vintage P-Bass bridge with fiber saddles
- Finish: Heavy Relic Faded Aged
- Colour: Butterscotch Blonde
- Includes deluxe hardshell case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • The custom split-coil P pickup delivers a thick, vintage tone with enhanced clarity.
- • Quartersawn maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, comfortable feel.
- • The heavy relic finish authentically replicates a well-loved, vintage instrument’s character.
- • Fiber saddles on the bridge improve sustain and intonation compared to original designs.
CONS
- • The heavy relicing might not appeal to players preferring a pristine aesthetic.
- • The 7.25” radius fingerboard can feel less familiar to players used to modern profiles.
- • The limited edition status makes it difficult to acquire and potentially impacts resale value.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Selected ash
Neck Material
Quartersawn maple
Fingerboard
Maple, 7.25” radius
Pickups
Custom Shop Hand-Wound Vintage P-Bass Split Coil
Scale Length
34 inches
Frets
20 Medium vintage frets
Strings
Nickel-plated steel (typically .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 11 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The split-coil design offers a slightly more articulate and balanced tone with a bit more high-end presence, while retaining the P-Bass's signature warmth and growl.
Each relic job is unique, as it's done by hand; expect variations in the wear patterns and aging, contributing to its individual character.
Yes, the '51 'U' profile is noticeably thicker and more rounded than modern 'C' shapes, providing a different feel that some players find more comfortable or vintage-correct.
