Fender P-bass, '70 reissue, crafted in Japan 1999-02, outrageous Capri Orange finish. This is surely one of the rudest and rarest finishes Fender offer... it's both obnoxious and excellent. The guard on this has been switched from white to tort, adding to the autumnal 70s vibe. This model usually only comes in white, so this non-catalog orange is very unusual. The feel and tone happily back up the loud claims of the finish: the slightly slimmer 70s neck features some sweet grain in both the maple and rosewood and feels smooth and sleek, and the tone is monstrous. The factory-fitted Fender USA pickups deliver a great mix of definition, roundness and thump; it's very satisfying and instantly fills out that 'fatness' in the mix. The bridge has also been upgraded to the vintage-correct spiral saddle type, which is nice. This is a superb P, it's sure to attract plenty of attention on stage, distracting the audience from your face... is that a positive or negative for you?

Model: Fender Precision Bass '70 Reissue, PB70-70US
Made: Japan, 1999-02 (serial P023864, CIJ)
Finish: capri orange, 3-ply tort guard
Body: alder
Neck: maple with rosewood board, dot inlays
Mods: thumb rest attached, pickguard replaced, bridge replaced
Pickup: original Fender USA PB vintage split single coil
Case: none

Cosmetic condition notes: mild finish wear. There's a long but very shallow scratch on the back, as well as a few minor dings and marks in the buckle-rash area. The front is cleaner, just a couple of dimples and some light pick scratches on the guard. Overall: very good condition (8.5/10)

Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets are in good shape with just a bit of minor wear, 8/10 for life left. Set up with 45/105s. Orange!