Fender Precision Bass Late '60s Vintera III RW Black
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Essential Information About the Fender Vintera III Late '60s Precision Bass
- Alder body and maple neck with a Late '60s "C" profile for vintage comfort
- Rosewood laminated fingerboard with a 7.25" / 184.1 mm radius and Vintage Tall frets
- Split coil pickup in late 60s style: deep lows, punchy mids, precise attack
- 4-saddle threaded bridge and "lollipop" tuners for stable and reliable intonation
A Faithful Tribute to Late Sixties Precision Basses
Made in Mexico, the Vintera III Late '60s P-Bass belongs to the line of Fender reissues that faithfully reproduce the aesthetics, ergonomics, and iconic tone of the late 1960s. No binding, 3-ply "parchment" pickguard, and nickel/chrome hardware create a simple and classic ensemble designed for purists as well as modern bassists seeking an instrument with a strong character.
For Which Musician and Styles?
Versatile yet decidedly "vintage-voiced," this 4-string electric bass suits players from beginner to advanced levels. Ideal for rock, soul, R&B, old-school funk, and indie, it provides a solid foundation both in the studio and on stage. The late "C" neck and small radius fingerboard favor fingerstyle, pick playing, or palm muting, offering a familiar feel for lovers of authentic sensations.
The Sound
The alder body delivers a natural balance between firm lows and present mids, while the maple neck and rosewood fingerboard add attack and woody warmth. The late 60s style split single-coil pickup delivers the legendary Precision tone: clear fundamental note, generous sustain, and a presence that cuts through the mix without harshness. The simple Volume/Tone wiring allows you to shift from a muffled, round sound (tone rolled off) to a more snappy and articulate tone (tone open). The vintage bridge with threaded saddles optimizes vibration transfer and facilitates precise string spacing adjustment.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
- Long Scale 34" nickel-plated steel strings with .045-.105 gauge, like the original Fender 7250M, to preserve tonal balance and proper tension.
- Hard case in Precision/Jazz Bass format or deluxe gig bag (one gig bag is already included) for optimal protection on the go.
- Standard leather or nylon strap and classic strap button sets (universal compatibility).
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | ||
| Format | Precision Bass, solid body | Neck plate | 4 screws with "F" logo |
| Wood | alder | Bridge | vintage 4-saddle threaded steel |
| Body finish | glossy polyester | Bridge mounting | 5 screws |
| Pickguard | 3-ply "parchment" | Tuners | vintage non-reversed "lollipop" style |
| Neck | maple, Late '60s "C" profile | Hardware finish | nickel/chrome |
| Radius | 7.25" / 184.1 mm | Knobs | flat knurled potentiometer knobs |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Headstock | Precision Bass style |
| Number of frets | 20, Vintage Tall type | Pickup configuration | split single-coil |
| Nut | bone, width 1.625" / 41.3 mm | Middle pickup | Vintage-Style Late '60s Split Single-Coil Precision Bass |
| Inlays | aged white pearloid dots | Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone |
| Neck finish | glossy urethane | Switching | none |
| Truss rod adjustment | at the heel, vintage style ("butt adjust" nut) | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Fender Precision Bass Late '60s Vintera III offer?
The Vintage-Style Late '60s Split Single-Coil Precision Bass pickup delivers firm lows and present mids, with a clear midrange note. The Master Volume and Master Tone controls allow for a round sound when the tone is rolled off, or a more articulate sound when it is rolled on.
Is this Precision Bass suitable for rock and soul?
This model is suitable for rock, soul, R&B, old-school funk, and indie. Its alder body and 34" / 864 mm scale length provide a solid foundation for playing in a band.
What neck profile and radius does this bass have?
The maple neck features a Late '60s "C" profile, paired with a rosewood fingerboard with a 7.25" / 184.1 mm radius. It has 20 Vintage Tall frets and a 41.3 mm wide bone nut. The truss rod adjustment is at the heel, following a vintage design.
What strings should be used on this 4-string Precision Bass?
Long Scale 34" nickel-plated steel strings with a gauge of .045-.105 are appropriate. The instrument comes with a set of Fender USA 7250M nickel strings .045-.105, reference 0737250406.
Is a gig bag included?
A Deluxe Gig Bag is provided with this bass for transport and protection.



