Fender Precision Bass, Black (1957)
Long Scale (Bass) · Vintage
Featured on countless records over the course of nearly seven decades now, the Precision Bass is just as identifiable as its six-string brethren Telecaster and Stratocaster models.
Why We Love This
This 1957 Precision Bass is one of those instruments that is an instant attention grabber in many ways. First off, it's incredibly lightweight, coming in at just a tick over 8lbs on our scale. Second, it's got a very sleek and old Black refinish on the body that just oozes vibe.This is far from a museum piece, but checks all the boxes as the perfect vintage player. It's got an amazing playing neck that's been expertly refretted along with a replaced nut, and shows a pencil date on the neck heel of '6-57', making it a June 1957 build at the earliest. All of the hardware with the exception of the strap buttons is original, including the rarely seen '-' neck plate serial number. The original pickup was carefully rewound and sounds incredible, with a woody, warm, and powerful response that has a distinct richness these early Precisions are known for.
If you're all about capturing the ultimate vintage experience and don't need an all-original example, you're not likely to find many 50s Precision Basses that offer the level of performance and feel as this '57 does. A remarkable instrument through and through that has left a major mark on our bass inventory here at TME.
| Style | Solidbody |
| Body | Ash |
| Finish | Nitrocellulose |
| Color | Black (Refin) |
| Pickups | Original - Rewound (6.72k) |
| Electronics | Original pots (date codes covered by solder) |
| Controls | Volume / Tone |
| Bridge | Original |
| Tuners | Original |
| Pickguard | None |
| Neck | One-piece Maple | 6-57 pencil date |
| Binding | None |
| Inlays | Dots |
| Nut | 1 3/4" |
| Scale Length | 34" |
| Condition | Good | Refin and refret with rewound pickup and replaced strap buttons |
| Serial # | -19842 |
| Weight | 8lbs 2oz |
| Case | Modern ABS Hardshell |
Every instrument is thoroughly checked and set up before shipping fully insured via UPS with tracking to your door. We reuse boxes and materials to cut waste when they meet our protection standard.
Inspect it, play it, and if it isn't right, contact us within 48 hours of delivery to arrange a return or one-time exchange. Returns are subject to a 5% restocking fee, and the buyer covers shipping both ways.
Pricing
We price vintage instruments using current market trends and our extensive in-house sales history, ensuring each piece is accurately valued and fairly positioned.
Tasteful Restoration
When restoration is needed, we approach it with respect and restraint - always in service of preserving the instrument’s integrity and extending its musical life for decades to come.
Accurate Listings
Every vintage guitar we list is authenticated by our seasoned team and photographed in high detail, with clear, honest descriptions that show exactly what you’re buying - no surprises.
Shipping
With decades of experience shipping high-value guitars, we know how to pack and protect vintage instruments so they arrive exactly as they should: safe, sound, and ready to play.