Fender - Vintera II Road Worn '60s Precision Bass RW Charcoal Frost Metallic + Etui

Fender's Vintera II Road Worn '60s Precision Bass, in its irresistible Charcoal Frost Metallic colour, immediately evokes the glory days of vintage rock. But don't be fooled by its weathered appearance: beneath the aged layer of nitrocellulose varnish lies a very much alive beast. The alder resonates with a beautiful roundness, and the worn finish reinforces the bond with the instrument from the very first notes.

As soon as you pick up the maple neck, with its 'C' profile from the 60s, something happens. The gradual curve, which thickens towards the 12th fret, makes for a natural, almost familiar grip, like an old travelling companion you've simply found again. The slightly domed rosewood fingerboard, fitted with Vintage Tall frets, makes for precise, fatigue-free playing. The result is the fluidity you're looking for, between suppleness and bite.
When the sound takes over, the vintage split-coil pickup does exactly what you'd expect of it: rumbling bass, growling mids and a percussive attack that cuts through the mix. Fender has updated a recipe that was already working too well.

Sometimes it only takes a few measures for a musician to know whether to keep a bass or put it in the cupboard. And Fender's Vintera II Road Worn '60s Precision Bass RW needs no lengthy demonstration to convince. Its vintage bridge with 4 threaded bridges provides formidable stability, both in terms of intonation and tuning. Combined with reverse open-gear action, the whole thing exudes efficiency in a very retro style.
Every element, from the vintage string guide to the 4-screw plate, gives the impression of an instrument designed to stand the test of time. In concert, in rehearsal or at home, you'll always find the same feeling of having in your hands a sincere, expressive and frankly endearing tool.

This Mexican bass, part of the Vintera II series, knows where it's going: straight to the heart of musicians who want to reconnect with a rootsy feel without sacrificing precision. Even its 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard contributes to its unmistakable visual identity. The simple controls (volume, tone) let you get straight to the point. So, if you have a weakness for instruments with a strong history, this may well become your best bass line partner.