Fender American Professional II Precision Bass - Mercury with Rosewood Fingerboard Review

Did I mention that this thing is drop-dead gorgeous?

I am blown away by this guitar! First, some context: This comes from an intermediate player living at a very high and very dry Colorado altitude who has been making do with a beginner's bass for years too long and is a self-confessed P-Bass fanboy (full disclosure). Features of this particular bass which appeal to me include the impeccable component and build quality, the carbon… read more fiber neck reinforcement (it definitely helps keep the neck stable at my high/dry altitudes), the high quality hard shell case (besides being the best way to transport the bass it is a necessity for me to keep the guitar hydrated when not in use), the chunky '63 C-neck (which may not suit everyone but fits my big paws so much better than the skinny neck on the rig I was using) and the tone! Oh, the tone! Based on the way this thing plays I understand why Fender used the word 'Professional' in the model name. I literally have become a better player just by picking up this bass. Big thanks to Sweetwater Sales Engineer Jeff Jent for his knowledge and guidance during my long list of questions when comparing this bass with the Fender American Performer model. Shout out also to the Guitar Workshop guys who did an excellent neck/action setup on my bass. This thing is rock solid! This is my first Sweetwater guitar purchase and I couldn't be more satisfied! From their vast, quality product selection, their knowledgable and helpful sales staff to the technical guys turning wrenches. Sweetwater is the real deal!

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Fender

Beautiful bass

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My 1st REAL PBass

I've always wanted a Precision. But back in the day when I was looking, it had the "PBass Neck" that I couldn't stand. Too wide across the fretboard and too thin thickness wise. So I was browsing around the Sweetwater site, and saw this Mercury American ProII Precision. I went to the local music store just to look and feel. I called Craig and he made me a deal and I couldn't… read more resist. I have a Fender Jazz and a MIM Precision PJ (I love that bass), but the new Precision is by far the best sounding and it is a dream to play. No REGERTS here! LOL Great bass and a great play to work with.

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Wow!

I wish I could give this bass more stars! This is the best playing instrument I've ever played and my biggest surprise is how light weight it is. It plays like a dream and sounds awesome! I was having a hard time deciding on getting the Dark Night color or Mercury and had my decision made for me when they sold out of the Dark Night. But I love the Mercury color, it looks even better… read more in person than it does in the picture. I am so glad I bought this bass.

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My new bass rocks!

It is tight, strong, and accurate!

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