Fender Artist Series Duff McKagan Deluxe Precision Bass RW BLK

Booming power. Interwoven into rock history. The Fender Duff McKagan Deluxe Precision Bass marks the evolution of classic rock bass tone. Crafted in collaboration with Guns ‘N’ Roses legend, Duff McKagan, Fender have delivered a player-friendly signature bass guitar, with an abundance of stylistic touches.

A must-have for live performance, the Duff McKagan signature bass comes loaded with both a vintage-style precision, and a Seymour Duncan jazz bass pickup - ensuring a punchy, versatile tone. Experience the convenience of instant drop-tunings. A custom Hipshot Bass Xtender allows your bass to immediately drop-tune with the flick of a lever, perfect for a live setting. With unique finishing touches, including a Duff skull n’ crossbones neck plate, the Duff McKagan signature precision bass resurrects the sound that defined the rock genre.

The sound of a bass legend.

The Duff McKagan Precision bass comes equipped with both Jazz and Precision pickups, delivering the tones that dominated stages worldwide. A vintage-style Fender Precision split-coil provides a tight lower midrange, offering a fatter sound that punches through the mix with ease. What’s more – the humbucking characteristics of the Precision pickup ensure total clarity even at high volumes. Meaning your high-gain riffs can continue to ignite the stage in stunning style.

Next – the Seymour Duncan Jazz pickup. A sensational single-coil that takes your tone to the next level. It’s designed for a thickened mid-range response. So you can push your rock tones to the limits, without them getting harsh. Again, this pickup excels particularly in high volumes. Making it perfect for producing those heavy McKagan-esque basslines, with roaring power. Feed your appetite for destruction, with a sound defined by one of the best.

Precise tone-shaping

More possibilities. More freedom. The Duff McKagan Precision Bass features a unique TBX Tone Control circuit, presenting a new way to innovate your performance. It stands for Treble/Bass Expander – and it does exactly that.
Increase the tone control and witness an explosive top-end in your playing. Or dial it back a notch for a booming bassy low-end. Whatever your sound, the TBX circuit allows you to have total control over your bass and treble frequencies. So you can sculpt your desired tone with ultimate precision, and personalise your bass’s overall voice. Tone-shaping like no other.

Instant drop-tunings

Picture the scene. You’re on stage, preparing for the next song in your set list. The last thing you need is to spend precious set time tediously drop-tuning your bass. But wait. One simple flick of a lever, and you’re ready to rock. Simple. The Duff McKagan Precision Bass makes live performance more convenient than ever before. Thanks to a custom Hipshot Bass Xtender, you can instantly tune from standard to drop D with superb accuracy. Quick preparation for those heavy bass riffs, without the need to hold up your bandmates. Who knew it could be so easy?

A legend of rock history

When you think of bass players throughout rock history, Duff McKagan is easily one of the first that springs to mind. And for good reason too. Throughout his twelve-year tenure with Guns ‘N’ Roses, he has become an icon in the world of bass. Renowned for his effective lick-playing and punchy tone, McKagan was key to the huge success of Guns ‘N’ Roses. Now, in collaboration McKagan himself, Fender have created a stunning signature model, based on the ‘80s Jazz Bass he used while recording Appetite for Destruction.

Home to an array of stylistic touches, the McKagan signature screams rock ‘n’ roll from the rooftops. A black-painted neck finish creates a dark, powerful presence on stage, along with a Pure Vintage ‘70s style bridge adding to its authentic style. Fender always ensure that their instruments are striking in every detail. Which is why the Duff McKagan Precision Bass includes a Duff skull ‘n’ crossbones neck plate and custom number “12” inlay on the fretboard. This is the true signature of a rock legend.

Specifications

Body
   •    Model Name: Fender Duff McKagan Deluxe Precision Bass RW, Black
   •    Dexterity: Right Handed
   •    Body Material: Alder
   •    Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
   •    Body Shape: Precision Bass
   •    Colour: Black
   •    Construction: Bolt-On

Neck and Fingerboard
   •    Neck Material: Maple
   •    Neck Finish: Black Painted Gloss Polyester
   •    Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
   •    Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Engraved
   •    Neck Shape: Modern "C"
   •    No. of Frets: 20
   •    Inlays: Pearloid Blocks

Hardware and Electronics
   •    Bridge: 4-Saddle Pure Vintage '70s with Single Groove Saddles
   •    Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan® STKJ2B Jazz Bass®
   •    Middle Pickup: Vintage-Style Split Single-Coil Precision Bass®
   •    Configuration: PJ
   •    Controls: Master Volume, Master TBX™ Tone Control
   •    Switching: 3-Position Toggle: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickups, Position 3. Middle Pickup
   •    Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top Black
   •    Hardware Finish: Black
   •    Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
   •    Nut Width: 1.625"
   •    Pickguard: 3-Ply Black/White/Black
   •    Truss Rod Nut: 3/16" Hex Adjustment
   •    Truss Rod: Standard
   •    Tuning Machines: Fender® '70s Vintage-Style Stamped Open-Gear with Hipshot® Bass Xtender "Drop D" on the E String

Miscellaneous
   •    Strings: Fender® USA Bass 7250M, NPS (.045-.105 Gauges)
   •    Case: Gig Bag