Fender 54 P-Bass Journeyman Relic BP
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54 P-Bass Journeyman Relic BP
Product Info
Article Number:
597354
Brand:
Fender
Model:
54 P-Bass Journeyman Relic BP
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$6,213.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Journeyman Relic P-Bass is a serious contender for players chasing that authentic 50s Fender vibe. The ash body and vintage pickups deliver that classic growl, and the relic'd finish just adds to the charm. It’s ideal for session players and gigging musicians wanting a premium-priced instrument with a truly vintage feel.
Product Description
- Fender 54 P-Bass Journeyman Relic BP
- Electric bass
- 2-Piece selected body: Ash
- One-piece neck: Quartersawn maple
- Fingerboard radius: 7.25"
- Bone nut
- Neck profile: 55 P-Bass soft "V" Shape
- Pickup: 55 P-Bass Single Coil
- Single-ply Aged White pickguard
- Colour: Black Paisley
- Includes deluxe case
- strap and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a warm, resonant low-end with excellent sustain.
- • Quartersawn maple neck provides stability and a comfortable, vintage feel.
- • 55 P-Bass pickups offer classic, punchy tone ideal for rock and blues.
- • Relic finish replicates vintage wear, adding character and a broken-in feel.
CONS
- • The 'soft V' neck profile might not suit all players’ preferences.
- • Paisley finish is a polarizing aesthetic; not universally appealing.
- • Relic'd instruments can be more fragile than new, requiring careful handling.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Quartersawn Maple
Fingerboard
7.25" Radius Rosewood
Pickups
Vintage-Style 55 P-Bass Single Coil
Scale Length
34"
Frets
20 Vintage Medium-Jumbo
Strings
Nickel-Plated Steel, Roundwound
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The relicing is mostly cosmetic, but the slightly worn finish can subtly affect the resonance and vibration, contributing to a more 'open' tone.
Yes, it's noticeably softer than many contemporary necks, offering a more rounded and vintage feel, which some might find less comfortable.
They're designed to emulate that classic tone, offering similar punch and clarity, but without the extreme rarity and price tag of true vintage pickups.
