Iconic Tone, Collector's Grade
The 1973 Fender Precision Bass is the benchmark for 70’s tone, and this particular example is a collector-grade instrument in mint condition. Finished in a perfect, sleek black over a resonant alder body, this bass is a stunning vintage bass. The timeless P-Bass shape is accented by a clean white pickguard and the original chrome "ashtray" covers over the bridge and pickup, giving it an authentic vintage gleam.
The lightly figured one-piece maple neck is a classic feature of the era, complete with a walnut "skunk stripe," clean black dot inlays, and the period-correct "Transition" logo on the headstock. This bass is a completely original, unmodified piece of Fender history.
Key Features
- Body: Alder with Perfect Black Finish and White Pickguard
- Neck: Lightly Figured Maple with Walnut Stripe and Black Dots
- Hardware: Chrome with Original Ashtray Covers & Lower Thumb Rest
- Tuners: Fender Clover Tuners
- Logo: '70s Transition Logo with Round String Tree
- Modifications & Repairs: None
- Case: Original Hard Shell Case
The Foundational Sound of Popular Music
The heart of this bass is its original split-coil pickup, which delivers the powerful, punchy, and fundamental-heavy tone that has driven countless hit records. The combination of the alder body and maple neck creates a balanced tone with warmth, clarity, and a signature articulate attack that defined the sound of the '70s.
The neck has a comfortable profile that feels solid and playable, inviting you to lay down grooves with ease. With its mint condition, all-original parts, and flawless electronics, this bass doesn't just look the part—it sounds and plays like a pristine piece of history. This investment-quality instrument is located in Perth, Western Australia.
Complete with its original hard shell case, this 1973 Fender Precision is a rare find, ready to be cherished by a discerning player or collector for decades to come.
| Year: | 1973 |
| Brand: | Fender |
| Model: | Precision |
| Body: | Alder |
| Neck: | Lightly Figured Maple |
| Modifications & Repairs: | None |
| Case: | OHSC |
