Peavey USA Foundation Electric Bass with Tooled Leather Cover and Hardshell Case - Used

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This used 9.6 lb Peavey will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. It is in very good condition, with some wear on the bridge, some dents in the headstock, and a hole drilled next to the string tree. The fretboard is in excellent condition with slight wear on the fret wire, and some reside left on the neck plate. All the knobs turn smoothly.

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The Peavey USA Foundation Bass from 1994 is a true working-class American instrument, built in the era when Peavey was focused on delivering durable, gig-ready basses without unnecessary flash. Finished in black with a gloss body and paired with its standout custom tooled leather cover, it carries a strong sense of individuality. The cover itself is highly distinctive—black leather with “PEACE” on the front and a buffalo design on the back—giving this already utilitarian bass a personalized, almost folk-art character that sets it apart from standard production instruments.

At its core, this Foundation keeps the classic Peavey USA formula: a solid maple body, ultra-slim maple neck, and a fast 34” scale that feels immediate and familiar in the hands. The 1.5” nut width makes it especially comfortable for players who like a narrow, agile feel, while the satin neck finish keeps movement smooth and effortless. The bolt-on construction and straightforward design reflect its purpose—reliable performance night after night, with no excess weight or complication getting in the way.

Tonally, the dual VFL humbuckers deliver a focused, punchy voice with strong articulation and a solid low-end foundation. Even with just three knobs—two volume and one tone—it covers a wide usable range, from clean, tight support tones to more aggressive mid-forward growl when pushed. The black hardware, Schaller-style tuners, and four-saddle bridge keep everything stable and dependable, while the leather cover adds a functional twist with a rear flap that allows easy neck plate access for adjustments. Available at Haggerty’s Music, this Foundation is a unique mix of USA-built reliability, minimalist control, and personalized character you won’t find in modern production basses.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: USA Foundation
• Orientation: Right-Handed 
• Color: Black with Black Leather Cover

Body

• Body Material: Maple
• Body Top Material: None
• Body Finish: Gloss
• Body Shape: Doublecut
• Body Style: Solid

Neck

• Headstock Type: Standard
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Ultra Slim
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Depth: 0.778" at 1st Fret, 0.970" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Bolt On
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Position Inlays: Pearloid Dots
• Side Dots: White
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod Style: Headstock Access
• Nut Material: Black Plastic
• Nut Width: 1.5"
• Scale Length: 34"

Hardware

• Bridge: Black Four Saddle
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
• Bridge Mounting: Fixed
• Pickguard: Leather Cover
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Black with Green Ring
• Switch Tip: None
• Hardware Finish: Black 
• Tuning Machines: Black Schaller Open Gear
• String Trees: One
• Tremolo Arm: None
• Neck Plate: Four Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Two
• Output Jack: Bottom Side

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Neck Pickup: VFL Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: VFL Humbucker
• Controls: Two Volume and One Tone
• Switching: None
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Matching Leather Strap
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 07013900
• Manufacture Date: 1994