Fender Vintera III Late '60s Precision Bass - Maple Fingerboard, Lake Placid Blue

When it comes to locking in the low end, few instruments are as immediate and authoritative as the Precision Bass. The Fender Vintera III Late ’60s Precision Bass captures that identity with period-correct detail and a focus on the elements that made the P Bass a studio and stage staple. An alder body provides balanced punch and clarity, while a maple neck and fingerboard add snap and definition to each note. At its core, a vintage-style late ’60s split-coil pickup delivers the thick, focused tone that sits effortlessly in a mix. With its straightforward control layout and era-correct hardware, this bass reflects the consistency, presence and unmistakable low-end authority that defined late-’60s Precision Bass design.

Alder Body for Punch, Balance and Foundational Tone

The Vintera III Late ’60s Precision Bass features an alder body that delivers the balanced, punchy response that defines classic Fender low end. With tight lows, present mids and clear highs, alder provides a consistent tonal foundation that sits naturally in a mix. Its even response allows notes to remain full and focused across playing styles, making it equally effective for supportive root notes and more dynamic passages. This is the core of the Precision Bass sound—solid, reliable and built to carry the weight of a performance.

Split-Coil Pickup for Thick, Focused and Mix-Ready Tone

The vintage-style late ’60s split single-coil pickup delivers the unmistakable Precision Bass voice—thick, focused and inherently balanced. Its hum-canceling design provides a quiet, reliable signal, while its tonal character emphasizes strong fundamental notes with just enough articulation to maintain clarity. A straightforward volume and tone control layout allows quick tonal shaping, from full, open low-end presence to a more muted, rounded response. The result is a tone that sits effortlessly in a mix, whether played clean or pushed harder, offering the dependable low-end foundation that has defined countless recordings.

Maple Neck and Fingerboard for Snap, Clarity and Immediate Response

A maple neck with a late ’60s C-shaped profile offers a comfortable, familiar feel that supports both traditional and modern playing approaches. The maple fingerboard adds snap and articulation, giving each note a defined attack that enhances clarity in the low end. A 7.25” radius and vintage-tall frets recreate the playing feel of the era, delivering a smooth, controlled response under the fingers. This combination provides the immediacy and definition that helped shape the more articulate P Bass tones of the late ’60s.

Vintage Hardware and Era-Correct Details for Stability and Style

The vintage-style four-saddle bridge with threaded steel saddles ensures solid intonation and sustain, while vintage-style “lollipop” tuning machines provide reliable tuning stability with distinctive late ’60s aesthetics. A bone nut enhances resonance and tuning consistency, and classic appointments complete the instrument’s period-correct look. These features combine to deliver dependable performance while reinforcing the visual identity of this era of Precision Bass design.

A Classic Low-End Voice That Still Anchors Modern Music

The Fender Vintera III Late ’60s Precision Bass captures the sound and feel of one of the most influential bass designs ever created. Favored by players such as James Jamerson, Sting, Green Day's Mike Dirnt and Iron Maiden's Steve Harris, the P Bass has remained a cornerstone of studio and stage work for decades. With its balanced tone, articulate response and straightforward control layout, the Vintera III Late ’60s Precision Bass delivers the authentic vintage character and reliable low-end authority that continues to define the Precision Bass legacy.