Fender Precision Bass
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The Fender Precision Bass, often called the P Bass, is a foundational electric bass guitar. Introduced in 1951 by Fender, it was the first modern bass with frets, which allowed for more accurate intonation. The P Bass typically features an ash body, a maple neck, and a single pickup, providing a distinct, solid tone that has made it a staple in many music genres.
The electric bass guitar itself originated from a desire for a more practical, amplified version of the upright double bass. Paul Tutmarc conceived of an early electric bass in the 1930s, but it was Fender's Precision Bass that truly revolutionized the instrument and its role in music.123
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