A modern expression of the solidbody electric bass that started it all, Fender's American Performer Precision Bass delivers the latest in US-made quality and value. A comfortable, ultra-fast modern C-shaped maple neck and lightweight, contoured alder body make the American Performer Precision Bass addictively playable. And it's equipped with Fender's powerful, punchy Yosemite P/J pickups and their amazing Greasebucket tone circuit that lets you roll off the highs without sacrificing volume or low-end grunt. Finished in one of Fender's flashy new colors, the American Performer Precision Bass looks as good as it sounds.

Fender American Performer Precision Bass at a Glance:

• Alder body
• Yosemite split-coil P Bass middle pickup; Yosemite single-coil Jazz Bass bridge pickup
• Greasebucket tone system
• “Modern C”-shaped neck with 9.5”-radius fingerboard; 20 medium-jumbo frets
• Tapered-shaft tuning machines; silver ‘70s logo

Lay down the groove with a modern classic

For their American Performer Series basses, Fender went back to the drawing board with cool new colors, their renowned Greasebucket tone circuit, and a calibrated, shellac-dipped Yosemite single-coil pickup set that cranks out legendary Fender tone by the truckload. There's never been a better time to get into a genuine, American-made Fender bass. Music Experience's advice: pick up an American Performer Series bass and lay down the groove with a modern classic.

Versatile P/J pickup configuration

Whether you're recording direct in the studio or plugged into a massive tube amp stack onstage, enough can't be said about the usefulness of playing a bass with both Precision and Jazz Bass pickups. There's nothing like the fat, punchy sound of a P Bass split single-coil pickup. It sits in a track like nobody's business. And being able to dial in the perfect amount of Jaco-style J Bass growl is nothing short of tonal nirvana. It's really the best of both worlds.

Timeless P Bass design

Leo Fender brought us the Precision Bass back in the 1950s, and its classic body shape and comfortable neck continue to give today's American Performer Series version excellent playability and a distinctive look. To say the P Bass is an industry standard is not an exaggeration: In the '60s and '70s, electric bass parts on session charts used to simply be labeled "Fender" — and that meant Precision. Motown even standardized on the Precision Bass for all their recording sessions. From James Jamerson to Pino Palladino, bassists from all genres have embraced the Precision Bass, and it continues to be a favorite in the studio and on stages everywhere. As with so many of Fender's original designs, Leo nailed the essence of a great instrument right from the start. And over a half century later, the American Performer Series Precision Bass still sets the standard.

What Fender Says...

Born in Corona, California, the American Performer Precision Bass delivers the exceptional tone and feel you expect from an authentic Fender—along with new, player-oriented features that make it even more inspiring to play.

New Yosemite Pickups

Handcrafted in Corona, California, Yosemite pickups are specifically voiced for each instrument and position to create sonically versatile and musically useful sounds.

Tapered-Shaft Tuning Machines

Featuring vintage-style paddle keys, tapered tuning machines are wider at the top than the bottom, forcing the string windings downward and keeping them tight for increased sustain and enhancing tuning stability.

Medium-Jumbo Frets

Medium-jumbo frets make it easier to achieve wide, expressive bends that add your personal touch to your music.

4-Saddle Bridge

This model features a four-saddle bridge for solid tuning stability, precise intonation and increased sustain.

Satin-Finished Neck

Featuring a “Modern C”-shaped profile that works well with almost any playing style, the neck also hosts a satin finish on the back, giving it a smooth, fast playing feel

Greasebucket Tone System

This uniquely Fender tone system lets you cut treble without losing gain or “muddying” your sound, preserving your carefully shaped tone.