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Vintage Circa 1978/79 Fender American Precision Bass in Cherry Sunburst

by Fender
Original price £2,999.00 - Original price £2,999.00
Original price £2,999.00 - Original price £2,999.00
Original price
Current price £2,999.00
£2,999.00 - £2,999.00
Current price £2,999.00

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A true piece of Fender history, this 1978/79 Fender American Precision Bass is a vintage gem that delivers the unmistakable tone, feel, and mojo that only a late-'70s original can offer. Finished in a stunning Cherry Sunburst, this bass turns heads while delivering the classic P-Bass thump that shaped decades of music.

Crafted in the USA during Fender’s CBS era, this instrument features a solid ash body with beautiful grain beneath the sunburst finish, a chunky maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard, and the iconic split-coil pickup that helped define the sound of rock, punk, funk, and soul.

Specifications:

  • Year: 1978/79

  • Origin: USA

  • Body: Ash

  • Neck: Maple, bolt-on

  • Fingerboard: Rosewood, 20 frets

  • Pickup: Fender Split Single-Coil Precision Bass

  • Bridge: Vintage-style 4-saddle

  • Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

  • Finish: Cherry Sunburst

  • Includes: Period-correct hardcase

Condition:
This bass is in very good condition for its age, with natural wear and signs of use that only add to its character. There are a few small dings and surface scratches, typical of a vintage instrument, but nothing that affects playability or tone. The neck is straight, the frets are in good shape, and all electronics are working as they should. A fantastic opportunity to own a genuine slice of Fender history, complete with a hardcase for protection and authenticity.

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