Fender '53 Precision Bass Aged 2CS
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'53 Precision Bass Aged 2CS
Product Info
Article Number:
574659
Brand:
Fender
Model:
'53 Precision Bass Aged 2CS
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$5,663.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This '53 Precision is a serious contender for players chasing that classic P-Bass vibe. The aged aesthetic and custom split-coil pickup offer a unique, warm growl perfect for blues, rock, and Motown. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the build quality and tone deliver a genuine vintage experience.
Product Description
- Fender '53 Precision Bass Aged 2CS
- Electric Bass
- Two-piece body: selected ash
- One-piece neck: quartersawn maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fretboard radius: 7.25"
- Bone nut
- Neck profile: 51 style U
- Frets: 20 medium vintage
- Single layer parchment pickguard
- Pickup: Custom Shop hand-wound Vintage P-Bass Split Coil
- 2-Saddle vintage P-Bass bridge with fibre saddles
- Vintage-style tuners
- Colour: Aged 2-Color Sunburst
- Incl. hard case and certificate of authenticity
PROS
- • The Custom Shop split-coil pickup delivers a uniquely thick, vintage P-Bass tone.
- • Quartersawn maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, comfortable feel.
- • Aged finish authentically replicates a well-worn vintage instrument's character and resonance.
- • The bone nut contributes to improved open-string clarity and sustain.
CONS
- • The 7.25” radius fingerboard might feel unfamiliar for players used to modern profiles.
- • The weight, typical of ash bodies, can be a factor for extended playing sessions.
- • The limited pickup configuration restricts versatility for more modern or extreme musical styles.
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
Strings
Roundwound (Nickel-Plated Steel)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The split-coil design provides a thicker, more robust low-end and slightly more output while retaining the P-Bass's signature character – it’s a subtle but noticeable enhancement.
The aging process isn't just cosmetic; it removes some of the finish's damping effect, potentially allowing the wood to resonate more freely, contributing to a slightly more open tone.
The '51 style U profile is noticeably thicker and more rounded than many modern 'C' shape necks, which may require some adjustment for players accustomed to slimmer profiles.
