Fender Precision Bass 1965 Fiesta Red
Reverb Estimated Used Price Range
- $5,000 — $8,000
As the first production model bass guitar, the Fender Precision bass was an absolutely revolutionary instrument upon its introduction in 1951. Built as a bass counterpart to the Telecaster, the Precision or P Bass evolved throughout the ‘50s with changing electronics, body shape, and cosmetic details. By the beginning of 1965, CBS had taken full control of Fender and began a shift towards mass-production style construction. While some of these changes were not entirely detrimental through 1965, Fenders from 1965 an onward are less collectable than earlier models.
Years of Production: 1951 - present
Unique to this Year: First year of CBS ownership.
Body Style: Double cutaway solidbody
Wood Composition: Adler body, Maple neck, Rosewood fingerboard
Design Elements: Single-coil split pickup with level pole pieces, tortoiseshell plastic pickguard, 34-inch scale length, dot inlays
Finish Specifications: Fiesta Red is a common color for vintage Fenders, but is more sought-after than standard colors like Sunburst or Black.
Notable Players: Geezer Butler, Roger Waters, John Deacon, Sting
