Fender Duff McKagan DLX P Bass RW WPL

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Fender Duff McKagan DLX P Bass RW WPL

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Duff McKagan DLX P Bass RW WPL

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Product Info

Article Number: 456888
Brand: Fender
Model: Duff McKagan DLX P Bass RW WPL
Price: $1,648.90

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This Duff McKagan signature bass is a serious contender for players seeking a versatile, modern P-Bass vibe. The Seymour Duncan pickups bring a snarling edge perfect for punk, grunge, and heavier rock, while the Hipshot extender allows for some seriously low tunings. It’s a premium-priced instrument, but the quality and unique character make it worthwhile for the discerning bassist.

Product Description

  • Fender Duff McKagan DLX P Bass RW WPL
  • Electric Bass
  • Duff McKagan (Guns'n'Roses) Artist Series model
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Rosewood
  • Pearloid block fretboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Fretboard radius: 241.3 mm (9.5")
  • Nut width: 41.3 mm (1.63")
  • 20 Medium jumbo frets
  • Three-ply black/white/black pickguard
  • Pickup: Seymour Duncan STKJ2B Jazz Bass single coil and split coil
  • 1x Volume control and 1x TBX tone control
  • 4-Saddle Pure Vintage '70s bridge with single groove saddles
  • Nickel/Chrome hardware
  • Fender '70s vintage-style stamped open-gear machine heads with Hipshot Bass Xtender "Drop D" on the E-string
  • Ex-factory stringing: Fender USA Bass 7250M NPS (.045 - .105)
  • Colour: White pearl
  • Gig bag included
PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain
  • • Seymour Duncan STKJ2B pickups offer a unique blend of clarity and grit
  • • Modern C neck profile provides comfortable playability for various hand sizes
  • • Hipshot Bass Xtender expands tuning range for experimentation and drop tunings
CONS
  • • Rosewood fretboard may require occasional oiling to prevent dryness
  • • The three-ply pickguard, while visually striking, might not appeal to all players
  • • The weight, typical of alder bodies, could be fatiguing for extended playing sessions

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Seymour Duncan STKJ2B Jazz Bass single coil/split coil
Scale Length 34 in
Frets 20 Medium jumbo
Strings Fender USA Bass 7250M NPS (.045 - .105)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The split coil provides a thicker, more powerful sound than a traditional Jazz Bass pickup, adding a growl and warmth while retaining clarity.
The Modern C profile is generally considered comfortable, but players with exceptionally large hands might find it slightly snug – best to try it in person if possible.
The Xtender extends the scale length, which lowers string tension at lower tunings, but requires careful setup to maintain accurate intonation.

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