Fender MIJ Traditional Original '50s P Bass £550 Welwyn Garden City

[Tokalo]

I bought this beautiful instrument last year for a project that has managed just two gigs in 18 months. I recently joined a new band and now need a different coloured bass.

 

Before I bought it, I tried out the Squier and US versions, and this one has by far the most playable, modern-feeling neck. It weighs 3.8kg / 8.4lb.

It’s a joy to play, and the pickup is thunderous.

 

I’ve swapped in the Retrovibe 4-brass-saddle dual-entry bridge for easier intonation (the original will be included).

 

There’s a small dink by the bridge (pictured). Otherwise, there are no marks.

 

It’s got new Newtone Platinum strings, and comes with a Fender gigbag.

 

However.

While it’s perfectly playable with a low action, the truss rod won’t tighten any further. So it’s fine with low tension strings, but would struggle with thicker gauges. That’s why I’m selling so cheap.