(ARCHIVE) Fender Classic 50s Precision Bass Lacquer Arctic White 2018
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Fender Classic Series 50s P, lacquer arctic white finish, made in Mexico 2018. The Classic Series was Fender's tastiest and priciest options made in Mexico, and these Lacquer Series instruments took the vintage chíc a notch further by adding a nitro finish. The nitro wears quickly, hence the rub wear and glossing on this one despite it's relative youth. It also allows the wood to breathe better, so you get a more natural open midrange and a bit of extra attack and punch. This is a fun player: the chunky neck is intuitive and friendly and the lightweight body lets you feel the notes. The pickup has been upgraded to a 60s voiced USA model, so that's a little more balanced and open than the stock pickup and delivers a tasty balanced growl. Now, internet, please be assured: this is white and gold, not black and blue... it looks terrific too I must say.
Model: Fender Classic 50s Precision Bass Lacquer
Made: Mexico, 2018 (serial MX18089497)
Finish: arctic white, 1-ply gold anodized guard
Body: ash
Neck: 1-piece maple, vintage tint gloss finish, heel adjuster, 34" scale, 7.25" radius
Weight: 3.955kg
Mods: tuners replaced with Fender Am Vintage reverse tuners, pickup replaced
Pickup: Fender American Original 60s split single coil
Case: basic non-original gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has some minor marks on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, no major marks. The back has a few light dimples and scuffs, no major marks. The sides have minor marks only: dimples on the top horn, rub wear on the shoulder. The front is pretty tidy, just a small chip on the top horn and some dimple on the shoulder. Overall: very good condition (8/10).
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. Frets have some minor wear but are looking very good, 8/10 for fret life left. Set up with fresh 45/105s.
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