A meticulous recreation of an iconic bass, built to vintage specs.
The Fender Custom Shop 1959 Precision Bass NOS Time Machine Limited-Edition is a stunning reissue of the classic 1959 P-Bass, crafted with the utmost attention to detail. Built using premium materials and Fender’s renowned Time Machine aging process, this bass offers the feel, tone, and aesthetics of a brand-new 1959 Precision Bass. Featuring a 2-piece alder body, quartersawn maple neck, and a vintage-style ’59-’62 Precision Bass pickup, this instrument is designed for players who demand authentic vintage sound and performance. The NOS (New Old Stock) finish package delivers the look of a brand-new bass straight out of 1959, with no aging or relic treatment applied.
Vintage ’59 Precision Bass Pickup for Authentic Tone
The 1959 Precision Bass is equipped with a vintage-style ’59-’62 P-Bass pickup with a shield, providing the iconic, punchy tone that has defined countless classic recordings. This single-coil pickup delivers the warmth, depth, and articulation that Precision Bass players love, making it perfect for any musical style from rock to funk. Combined with the simplicity of a single volume and tone control, this bass offers a wide tonal palette with easy-to-use controls.
Quartersawn Maple Neck for Vintage Feel
The quartersawn maple neck on this 1959 P-Bass reissue is built to vintage specifications, with a soft "V" shape that offers comfortable playability. The 9.5" fingerboard radius and vintage upgrade fret wire provide a smooth playing surface for both rhythm and lead playing, while the bone nut ensures tuning stability and resonance. The nitro lacquer finish on both the neck and body enhances the bass’s resonance and gives it the same feel as a genuine ’59 P-Bass.
Authentic 1950s Craftsmanship and Premium Materials
The 1959 Precision Bass NOS is built with a 2-piece select alder body, finished in a sleek nitrocellulose lacquer for enhanced tone and durability. The bass is fitted with vintage-style hardware, including a standard P-Bass bridge and vintage-style tuning machines. This bass is designed to capture the look, feel, and sound of the original 1959 P-Bass, making it a must-have for collectors and players seeking an authentic vintage experience.
Specifications
- Body shape: Precision Bass
- Body wood: 2-piece select alder
- Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer (New Old Stock)
- Neck wood: Quartersawn maple
- Neck construction: Bolt-on
- Neck shape: Soft "V" (1957 P-Bass)
- Fingerboard wood: Maple
- Number of frets: 20
- Fret size: Vintage upgrade (45085)
- Fingerboard radius: 9.5" (241mm)
- Neck thickness at 1st fret: .925"
- Neck thickness at 12th fret: .990"
- Nut material: Bone
- Nut width: 1.75" (44.45mm)
- Bridge: Standard P-Bass bridge
- Tuning machines: Vintage-style bass tuning keys (nickel/chrome)
- Pickup: Vintage-style ’59-’62 Precision Bass pickup with shield
- Controls: Master volume, master tone
- Strings: Nickel plated steel (.045–.105 gauge)
- Case: Fender Custom Shop Tweed hardshell case
- Included accessories: Deluxe hardshell case, strap, certificate of authenticity
Features
- Vintage-style ’59-’62 P-Bass pickup for classic Precision Bass tone
- Quartersawn maple neck with soft "V" shape for smooth playability
- NOS nitrocellulose lacquer finish for vintage feel and resonance
- 2-piece alder body for rich, balanced tone
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