It is loved by countless top artists such as James Jemerson, Bobby Vega, and Michael League.
The Precision Bass was the world's first solid electric bass with frets, and quickly captivated bassists around the world.
More than half a century has passed since its birth, and it is still loved as much as ever.
This model is an American Series Precision Bass that was manufactured for only a few years.
In 2001, there was a model called "Standard Precision Bass" along with American Series Precision Bass, and the former was treated like a higher-end model.
The former has a spa logo and an alder or ash body, while the latter has a white logo and a poplar body, which is often used on lower-priced models. (from the catalog).
The color is probably called HOT ROD RED.
It is similar to CAR, but has a more orangey nuance.
It is easy to use and easy to play, with a slightly more neat image and sound than the old style.
The presence necessary for fingerstyle and slap playing is secured, and the attacky and loud sound is only possible with a bass that adopts modern specifications.
The remaining frets are approximately 70%.
The truss rod is in good condition and the neck is in good condition.
The body and paintwork are in good condition, with some scratches and dings from use, especially on the body back, and the hardware is a bit dull.
The pickguard appears to have been replaced.
Controls : volume, tone
Nut width : 42mm
Pitch between strings at bridge: 19.5mm (variable)
Year of manufacture : 2001
Country of manufacture : USA
Accessories : Soft case
Stringjoy, imported and sold by our store, is used for setup.
Made in Nashville, Stringjoy has a silky feel and produces a sound with plenty of low end and rich, natural overtones.
These are quality strings that bring out the best performance and character of the instrument, so please enjoy them as well.
GIB's craftsmen have adjusted the strings to make them easy to play and deliver them to you.
serial number: #Z1009936 (MADE IN U.S.A)
Weight: 4.125kg
Fret: 70% remaining
Truss rod: good working
neck condition: Good.
Control:Volume, tone
body condition:Although the body top has few scratches and is in good condition, it is a players condition with dull parts and bodybacks with scratches and dents.
nut width:42mm
string spacing:19.5mm(variable)
custom: The pickguard has been replaced with a white pearl one.
accessories:External soft case
year:2001
country of origin:USA
American Series and American Standard are similar in some points, and there is little information available at that time, so it is honestly difficult to judge.
We are very sorry if we have provided incorrect information on this matter. We would appreciate it if you could point this out to us.
Written by Shunsuke Saga
Inspection staff : Mizuta
GIB 3-month warranty included
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We can also ship to overseas destinations.
item will be packed with a hard cardboard box.
We do ship internationally.
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