Serial: V026497
Luthier Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.76
Scale 34
Radius 7.25
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .83
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .91
Weight: 9 lbs 3 oz's
Neck Date Dec. 14 1988
Has a Body Route Under The Pickguard
Comes in a Fender Gig Bag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings, Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
🔥 1988 Fender American Vintage Reissue ’57 Precision Bass – Battle-Tested Rock ‘n’ Roll Royalty 🔥
This isn’t just a bass. This is a road worn thump monster with strings.
Born in 1988 as a faithful American Vintage reissue of the legendary 1957 Precision, this black beauty has spent the last 35+ years living the dream on stages, in rehearsal rooms, and probably a few smoky back alleys. The finish is heavily battered, checked, and road-worn in all the right places — scratches, dings, chips, and that perfect patina that only comes from thousands of hours of real playing. This bass doesn’t just have mojo… it bleeds mojo.
The black finish has faded and worn naturally into a gorgeous, lived-in look that screams vintage authenticity. Every mark tells a story. Every scar proves this instrument has been rocked hard and loved harder. It’s not relic’d in a factory — it’s earned its battle scars.
Freshly dialed in and ready to rumble:
• Professional setup with fresh strings, perfect action, and spot-on intonation
• Plays like a dream — smooth, fast, and effortless up and down the neck
• That classic Precision growl is alive and kicking: fat, punchy lows, singing mids, and that unmistakable P-Bass clarity that cuts through any mix
Special touches: Under the pickguard you’ll find a tasteful body route — likely done for a humbucker install back in the day and now it serves for weight relief. Either way, it adds to the well-loved, modified character without compromising the vintage vibe. The original split-coil pickup still delivers that thunderous, iconic Precision tone that has anchored rock, funk, punk, and country for decades.
This is the real deal: an American-made Fender with the look, feel, and tone of a ’57 that’s been on the road since the late ’80s. It’s not showroom fresh — it’s show-worn perfect.
If you want a pristine museum piece, keep scrolling.
If you want a soulful, battle-hardened, tone monster that’s been properly broken in and is ready to make new history with its next owner… this is your bass.
Serious players only. This one knows what it’s doing.
DM for more photos, video, or to make it yours before someone else does.
This ain’t just gear. It’s legacy with strings attached. 🎸
🔥This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. Wr make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fair priced consignment service on the planet! Look for me online. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
Serial: V026497
Luthier Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.76
Scale 34
Radius 7.25
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .83
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .91
Weight: 9 lbs 3 oz's
Neck Date Dec. 14 1988
Has a Body Route Under The Pickguard
Comes in a Fender Gig Bag
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings, Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
🔥 1988 Fender American Vintage Reissue ’57 Precision Bass – Battle-Tested Rock ‘n’ Roll Royalty 🔥
This isn’t just a bass. This is a road worn thump monster with strings.
Born in 1988 as a faithful American Vintage reissue of the legendary 1957 Precision, this black beauty has spent the last 35+ years living the dream on stages, in rehearsal rooms, and probably a few smoky back alleys. The finish is heavily battered, checked, and road-worn in all the right places — scratches, dings, chips, and that perfect patina that only comes from thousands of hours of real playing. This bass doesn’t just have mojo… it bleeds mojo.
The black finish has faded and worn naturally into a gorgeous, lived-in look that screams vintage authenticity. Every mark tells a story. Every scar proves this instrument has been rocked hard and loved harder. It’s not relic’d in a factory — it’s earned its battle scars.
Freshly dialed in and ready to rumble:
• Professional setup with fresh strings, perfect action, and spot-on intonation
• Plays like a dream — smooth, fast, and effortless up and down the neck
• That classic Precision growl is alive and kicking: fat, punchy lows, singing mids, and that unmistakable P-Bass clarity that cuts through any mix
Special touches: Under the pickguard you’ll find a tasteful body route — likely done for a humbucker install back in the day and now it serves for weight relief. Either way, it adds to the well-loved, modified character without compromising the vintage vibe. The original split-coil pickup still delivers that thunderous, iconic Precision tone that has anchored rock, funk, punk, and country for decades.
This is the real deal: an American-made Fender with the look, feel, and tone of a ’57 that’s been on the road since the late ’80s. It’s not showroom fresh — it’s show-worn perfect.
If you want a pristine museum piece, keep scrolling.
If you want a soulful, battle-hardened, tone monster that’s been properly broken in and is ready to make new history with its next owner… this is your bass.
Serious players only. This one knows what it’s doing.
DM for more photos, video, or to make it yours before someone else does.
This ain’t just gear. It’s legacy with strings attached. 🎸
🔥This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. Wr make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fair priced consignment service on the planet! Look for me online. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
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