Up for sale is a brand new Fender Custom Shop 1951 Precision Bass Nocaster, part of a limited edition Custom Shop run that captures the raw power and vintage mojo of Fender’s earliest bass design. This instrument is a Heavy Relic, masterfully aged by Fender’s Custom Shop to look and feel like a well-loved ‘50s workhorse — yet it’s brand new.
Key Features:
- Model: Fender Custom Shop 1951 Precision Bass Nocaster – Heavy Relic
- Finish: Blonde Nocaster Heavy Relic
- Body: Ash
- Neck: One-piece maple, ’51 “U” shape profile
- Fingerboard: Maple, 7.25” radius
- Pickup: Hand-wound ’51 Precision single-coil
- Bridge: Vintage 2-saddle bridge with fiber saddles
- Hardware: Nickel/chrome, aged
- Pickguard: Single-ply black Bakelite-style
- Weight: [Insert weight if known]
- Includes: Original Fender Custom Shop tweed case, COA, and all case candy
Condition:
Brand new. The Heavy Relic finish gives it authentic wear and tear — every chip, check, and scuff is meticulously crafted to capture the look and feel of a true 1951 road warrior.
Tone & Playability:
It delivers everything you’d expect from an early Precision: deep, punchy lows, articulate mids, and that unmistakable vintage thump. The ’51 “U” neck profile feels substantial yet comfortable, with the perfect broken-in feel thanks to the Custom Shop’s expert relic work.
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