2002 Fender Precision Bass '57 Vintage Reissue PB57-53 Black, Japan CIJ

Up for sale, a 2002 Fender Precision Bass ‘57 vintage reissue model PB57-53 in 100% original condition and in perfect working order. This “Crafted in Japan” iteration of the ‘57 P Bass platform was produced exclusively for the Japanese domestic market, uncommon outside its country of origin.

Weighing 8lbs 9oz, tonewoods include a basswood body and a one-piece maple neck. The vintage-style P Bass split-coil pickup delivers all the warmth, articulation, and fundamental thump that defines the iconic Precision tone. This PB57-53 benefits from a professional setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 45-105 roundwound strings, comfortable action and accurate intonation.

Neck Specs:

- Neck: Maple
- Shape: Medium C, measuring .850” at 1st fret, .965” at 12th fret
- Fretboard: Maple, 7 1/4” vintage-spec radius
- Frets: Slender, light wear on frets 1-7
- Scale Length: 34”
- Nut width: 42.5mm, bone
- Tuners: Clover button
- Serialization: P-prefix, “Crafted in Japan” (2002)

Body Specs:

- Body: Basswood
- Pickups: PB-Vintage split coil
- Controls: Volume, Tone
- Hardware: Four-saddle bridge with barrel saddles, flat-top knurled knobs
- Plastics: One-ply white pickguard

The gloss Black finish shows light playwear, with finish scratches, minor dings and a few small finish chips. The ambered gloss on the neck profile is smooth and clean

A gigbag is included.