This 1957 Fender Precision Bass, featuring a stunning two-tone sunburst finish and iconic anodized aluminum pickguard, is the absolute standout from Norman’s personal stash at Norman’s Rare Guitars. A prime example of Fender’s golden era, it offers exceptional resonance, articulate punch, and the warm, woody character that made the ’57 P-Bass legendary. The maple neck is beautifully worn-in, offering effortless playability, while the lightweight body vibrates with remarkable liveliness. Every detail—tone, feel, originality, and condition—places this instrument at the very top of the vintage market. For collectors and serious players alike, this is truly the best of the best.
A 1957 Fender Precision Bass with a two-tone sunburst finish and an anodized pickguard is a specific model made in late 1957, as it represents the transition to the new design featuring a split-coil pickup and a gold anodized pickguard. The "two-tone sunburst" refers to the finish, while the "anodized" pickguard is typically gold aluminum.
This bass comes with the original hardshell tweed case, original reverse tuning machines, original bridge w/ bridge cover, original frets & nut, all original electronics, alder body, 10/57, one piece maple neck & fingerboard, 10/57, original split coil pickups, w pickup fence, fingerboard radius 7 1/4", weight 8.54 lbs, Amazing condition!!!
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