1997 Squier Precision Bass Special - Black

1997 Squier Precision Bass Special – Black The Altitude Summary

This 1997 Squier P Bass Special in gloss black with a smoked-pearl pickguard is a bold and flexible player, blending the classic low-end of a P Bass with the snap and punch of a Jazz. Built at the Yako factory in Taiwan, this model features an agathis body, bolt-on maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard, providing familiar Fender feel with rugged build quality.

At 9.3 lb, bass delivers added sustain and tonal heft without sacrificing comfort. It’s in excellent condition with smooth frets, no dings, and just light surface marks from standard play. The neck is fast and the setup is dialed for low action, making this one ready to gig or record. 

Built to Groove

The agathis body offers a solid tonal foundation, while the bolt-on maple neck and rosewood fingerboard bring clarity and snap to every note. The gloss black finish pops against the smoked-pearl pickguard, giving it a sleek and stage-ready look. Twenty medium-jumbo frets are seated cleanly on a fingerboard built for comfort and precision.

Tone for Every Style

The PJ pickup layout offers tonal flexibility perfect for players who want punch and growl in one instrument. The Precision-style split coil pickup delivers deep, thumping lows, while the Jazz-style bridge pickup adds upper-mid clarity and articulation—ideal for both fingerstyle and pick players.

Pickups & Controls

• Neck Pickup: Split single-coil Precision-style

• Bridge Pickup: Single-coil Jazz-style

• Controls: Volume (neck), Volume (bridge), Master Tone

Plays Like a Dream

A slim C-shaped neck profile and 9.5" fingerboard radius make this bass effortless to navigate, whether you're laying down locked-in grooves or digging in on a solo. The action is low, the frets are clean, and the weight is balanced enough for full-set playability without fatigue.

Key Features

• 1997 model, Yako factory (Taiwan)

• Gloss black finish with smoked-pearl pickguard

• PJ pickup configuration: P neck + J bridge

• Agathis body, bolt-on maple neck

• Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays

• 20 medium-jumbo frets

• 9.3 lb

• Slim C neck, 9.5" radius

Product Specs:

Serial Number: YN744001
Condition: Excellent
Brand: Squier
Model: Pbass Special
Made In: China
Year: 1997
Weight: 9.3 lb
Case: Hardshell Case
COA: No
Finish: Black
Right / Left Handed: Right Handed
Number of Strings: 4 Strings
Hardware: Chrome/Nickel
Body Shape: Precision Bass
Neck Material: Maple
Neck Shape: Modern "C"
Frets: Medium Jumbo
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Scale Length: 34"
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
Inlays: White Dots
Width at Nut: 1.5"
Pickups: Split single-coil (neck), single-coil (bridge)
Controls: Volume (neck), Volume (bridge), Master Tone
Bridge: Standard 4-saddle
Tuners: Open Gear