【used】Fender Japan / PB57-53 VWH 1997～2000 3.620kg #O018714 Crafted in Japan【GIB Yokohama】
【used】Fender Japan / PB57-53 VWH 1997～2000 3.620kg #O018714 Crafted in Japan【GIB Yokohama】
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Description & Condition
Description & Condition
Fender is, of course, the number one brand of electric guitars and basses.
It's loved by countless top artists, including Jaco Pastorius, Marcus Miller, and Geddy Lee. (Titles omitted)
The Precision Bass, introduced in 1951 as the world's first fretted solid-body electric bass, has been loved by bassists worldwide for over half a century.
Fender Japan is a discontinued brand, but many artists still use their instruments, and its high quality is still highly regarded.
This model is a PB57, a reproduction of the 1957 PB style.
Based on the specifications listed in the original catalog, it's identified as a PB57-53.
The body is made of basswood, and the neck and fingerboard are maple.
The pickups have been replaced with Semour Duncan SBP-3s.
The pickguard, pots, jack, and capacitors have also been replaced, and the wiring has been replaced accordingly.
This bass is characterized by its powerful, robust low end and rich, open midrange, typical of a Precision Bass.
It fits seamlessly into a wide range of genres, including R&B, rock, and pop.
The frets have approximately 70% remaining.
The truss rod is in good condition.
The neck is in good condition.
The body and paintwork show minor scratches and dents. Some paint chipping is visible. There is a crack at the neck joint, but this does not affect normal use.
The electronics are in good condition.
The pickguard has been replaced. The pickups have been replaced with Semour Duncan SBP-3s. The potentiometers, jack, and capacitors have been replaced. The wiring has also been replaced accordingly.
Controls: Volume, Tone
Neck Width (Nut): 42.5mm
String Spacing at Bridge: 19.0mm
Scale Length: 34 Inch
Year of Manufacture: 1997-2000
Country of Manufacture: JAPAN
During setup, we use our original GIB BASIC / Standard Bass Strings.
These strings are characterized by their straightforward sound and stable playability, naturally bringing out the instrument's inherent character.
These are highly reliable strings that we actually use in our repair and setup workshops.
Please enjoy these strings, which aim to be a new standard for bassists.
We deliver the instrument after GIB's craftsmen have adjusted it for easy playability.
Accessories: Gig Bag
Text: Tomoki Hayakawa
Inspection 담당: Oshima
Product Photos: Higashi
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Price includes VAT & Duties & Shipping Fee
Price includes VAT & Duties & Shipping Fee
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