1983 Squier Precision Bass (MIJ) – Black / Rosewood – SQ Serial

Up for sale is a fantastic, vintage 1983 Made in Japan Squier Precision Bass (Serial: SQ39422).

Dating from the golden era of early Japanese Squier production, this bass delivers authentic vintage P-Bass tone and incredible build quality that easily rivals its American counterparts from the same decade.

Key Specifications:

Model: Squier Precision Bass (MIJ)

Serial Number: SQ39422 (1983–1984 production)

Finish: Gloss Black with a rich, dark Rosewood fretboard

Strings: D'Addario EXL160 Balanced Tension (50–120)

Upgrades & Hardware: The original bridge has been upgraded to an original 1990s Leo Quan Badass Bridge II (v1)

Condition & Professional Setup:

Playability: The bass received a comprehensive Deluxe Setup in 2024 by Sam at Ackworth (Leeds). This included a professional nut slot re-cut, fret leveling and buffing, fretboard conditioning, and intonation fixes. It is strung with a set of D'Addario EXL160 BT | 50 -120 balanced-tension strings, to match to the neck relief and achieve a nice low and responsive action.

Cosmetics: This is a "player's grade" vintage instrument. The black poly coating shows honest play wear, dings, and surface scratches built up over 40+ years of life—giving it an authentic, road-worn aesthetic

Electronics: Upgraded smooth modern pots and jack. Original pickups

Shipping & Collection:

Collection: Welcome in person by arrangement in the BD22 area

Delivery: Will hand deliver/arrange to meet within 30 miles of BD22 for free. Open to discussion about going further for additional cost.

Shipping: will not ship

A brilliant piece of vintage Fender history that plays and sounds incredible. Please review all photos for exact cosmetic condition.