Fender Standard Precision Bass LRL Black Pickguard 3-Color Sunburst

The essentials to know about the Fender Standard Precision Bass guitar, laurel fretboard, black pickguard, 3-Color Sunburst

• The iconic P Bass sound thanks to the Fender Standard split-coil pickup, versatile and always clear in a mix.


• Immediate comfort with a maple neck featuring a "Modern C" profile and a satin finish.


• Modern feel: 9.5" / 241 mm radius and Medium Jumbo frets for easy playability.


• Reliable foundation for beginners and progression: 4-saddle bridge and Fender Standard open-gear tuners.

A foundational bass since 1951, here in the Standard version designed for learning

Launched in 1951, the Precision Bass marked a turning point by providing bassists with the playing precision and amplification that were lacking in upright basses. The Fender Standard Precision Bass carries this historic DNA and makes it accessible, with lutherie and ergonomics designed to support the first years of practice, while maintaining the iconic aesthetics and sonic presence that made Fender famous.

For whom, and in which styles?

This Precision Bass is primarily aimed at beginner and intermediate bassists who want a first "real" Fender that is easy to set up, enjoyable to play, and versatile enough to explore various genres. It naturally excels in rock, pop, punk, blues, and soul, but remains very convincing in funk and studio settings whenever a solid, round, and defined bass line is needed.

The sound

The core of the character comes from the Precision split-coil pickup: a full low end, present low-mids, and a clear attack that sits easily in the mix, whether you play with a pick or fingers. The ceramic magnets provide a strong output level and a direct dynamic response, ideal for cutting through a band. The combination of a poplar body and maple neck promotes a balanced response, with good definition and consistent sustain. On the control side, the Master Volume + Master Tone duo allows you to go from an open and snappy sound to a warmer tone, perfect for round and vintage grooves.

Recommended compatible accessories

To stay within original specifications, prioritize 4-string long scale bass strings in nickel-plated steel, gauge .045-.105. A strap (standard) and a 6.35 mm instrument jack cable will also be suitable for use with an amplifier or audio interface.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	S	Body	Poplar
Left handed	No	Electronics	Passive
Strings	Steel	Color	Gradient
Nbr of strings	4	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	Laurel	Hardware	Chromed
Nbrs of frets	20

Body shape	Precision Bass	Nut	Micarta
Wood	poplar	Nut material	Micarta
Body finish	glossy polyurethane	Nut width	41.3 mm / 1.625"
Neck material	Maple	Number of frets	20
Neck construction	bolt-on	Fret size	Medium Jumbo
Neck finish	satin urethane with glossy urethane headstock	Radius	9.5" / 241 mm
Neck shape	Modern "C"	Scale length	34" / 864 mm
Neck profile type	C Shape	Hardware finish	chrome
Truss rod	Dual-Action Head Adjust	Pickguard	3-ply Black
Truss rod nut	4 mm Hex	Control knobs	Knurled Flat-Top
Fretboard	Indian rosewood	Bridge	Standard Top-Load with Satin Chrome Steel Barrel Saddles
Fretboard inlays	White Dot	Tuners	Fender Standard Open-Gear with Clover Keys
Side dots	white