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Description

The Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass is a nostalgic nod to Fender’s legacy, embodying the quintessential charm and robust sound that defined an era. Crafted with a 2-piece select alder body, this bass resonates with a rich, warm tone that’s both enduring and vibrant. The hand-wound ’62 Precision Bass pickup is a standout feature, delivering that unmistakable Fender thump that has graced countless records. Its quartersawn maple neck, paired with a round-lam rosewood fingerboard, offers a seamless blend of stability and smooth playability. The neck’s era-accurate oval "C" profile ensures comfort, while the 7.25-inch radius fingerboard and medium-jumbo frets provide versatile playing dynamics.

Designed for the discerning bassist, the top-mounted vintage-style bridge simplifies adjustments, allowing for precise intonation and string height modifications. The vintage-style tuners, coupled with a bone nut and disk string tree, complement the bass’s authentic aesthetic without sacrificing functionality. Wrapped in a nitrocellulose lacquer finish, this instrument not only looks the part but ages gracefully, developing a unique character over time.

Whether you’re channeling the classics or forging new paths, the Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass is more than just an instrument—it’s a piece of musical history, ready to make its mark in your hands.

Key Features:

  • Custom Shop hand-wound ’62 P Bass pickup for classic thumping lows
  • 2-piece select alder body with nitrocellulose lacquer finish
  • Quartersawn maple neck with an era-accurate oval "C" profile
  • Round-lam rosewood fingerboard with medium-jumbo frets
  • Vintage-style bridge with individual threaded saddles for easy adjustments
  • Includes deluxe hardshell case, strap, and certificate of authenticity

Product specs

Brand Fender
Model Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass Relic
Made In United States
Categories 4-String Basses
Active / Passive Pickups Passive Pickups
Active Preamp No Preamp
Body Shape P-Style
Finish Features Relic
Model Family Fender Precision Bass
Number of Frets 20
Number of Strings 4-String
Offset Body Non-Offset Body
Pickup Configuration Split-Coil
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Series Fender Custom Shop

FAQs

What kind of tone can I expect from the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass?

The Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass offers a warm, punchy tone characteristic of its split-coil passive pickups, making it ideal for rock, blues, and jazz genres.

Is the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass suitable for beginner bass players?

While it's a high-quality instrument, the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass is more suited for experienced players due to its premium craftsmanship and price point.

What is the neck profile of the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass like?

The bass features a quartersawn maple neck with a comfortable vintage-style profile, providing smooth playability and stability.

How does the relic finish affect the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass?

The relic finish gives the bass a well-worn, vintage look and feel, reminiscent of a bass that's been played for decades, without affecting its sound quality.

Does the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass come with an active preamp?

No, the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass utilizes passive pickups and does not include an active preamp.

What materials are used in the construction of the Fender Custom Shop '63 Precision Bass?

The bass features an alder body, a quartersawn maple neck, and a rosewood fingerboard, contributing to its rich tone and durability.

Reviews

Owner Insights

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Use cases and applications

  • Pure Vintage '63 pickups deliver mid-range grunt ideal for cutting through power chords in pop punk.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Quarter Pounders are praised for versatility but can produce an overly hot signal, complicating setup.

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Features and functionality

  • The '63 pickups can achieve a pop punk sound with bright round wound strings and pick playing.

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Comparisons

  • Some owners suggest DiMarzio Model P over Quarter Pounders for a hotter P bass sound without the scooped tone.

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  • The '63 is likened to a Custom Shop "Thin Skin" model but lacks a quartersawn maple neck.

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  • The '62 neck is slightly thinner compared to the ‘63, which has a wider profile.

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  • The American Original has a regular nitrocellulose lacquer with a 9.5" radius, contrasting with the PV’s different neck feel.

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  • The AVRI '63 neck is rounder and chunkier compared to the thinner, flatter neck of the original '63, though both have similar width.

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  • The AVRI '62 may offer a closer neck profile to the original '63 than the AVRI '63, despite the year difference in models.

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Build quality

  • The '63 model's position markers are very brown, making them nearly invisible in low-light conditions.

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  • The original '63 Precision Bass features a notably thin neck, worn down over time, offering a unique, delicate feel not replicated in reissues.

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  • Tortoiseshell pickguards from the '60s are praised for their pattern but criticized for vulnerability to shrinking and cracking over time.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Measured nut widths and neck depths reveal slight variances: original '63 has a 43.6mm nut width and 20mm neck depth at the 3rd fret, while AVRI '63 shows 44.5mm and 21.9mm respectively.

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See how Mike Dirnt uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Mike Dirnt

Singer, Guitarist

Green Day

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Mike Dirnt started using Fender Custom Shop Precision Bass and ask Fender to make own P-Bass in 2004.

See how Tim Commerford uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Tim Commerford

Bassist

Rage Against the Machine

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As stated by Juan Alderete in this June 23, 2018 Instagram post, Commerford got a Denver Broncos themed custom shop P-bass around the same time Alderete got his Oakland Raiders themed one.

It was my first Custom Shop bass, made around the same time Alex made Tim Commerford’s “Denver Bronco” bass. Tim and I used to kick it and we were competitive fans as our teams were rivals. He got a @broncos bass, I got a @raiders bass.

See how Jeff Tweedy uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Jeff Tweedy

Guitarist, Singer

Wilco

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Check out this crazy cool custom shop mutt. Precision Bass body and pickup selection with a Jazz Bass neck. It's got a relic'd neck with a nice worn seafoam sparkle finish to match. A total franken-bass with some killer tone and worn feel made this way by Fender. It sports new flat wound strings, modern hardware, and a RSD bridge. This bass is remarkably clean. Ships in its OHSC from the Fender Custom Shop.

See how Dallon Weekes uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Dallon Weekes

Singer, Bassist

Panic! at the Disco

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Fender Custom Shop '60 Precision Bass Journeyman Relic in Shell Pink with Painted Headcap, first seen with Dallon Weeks at The Canopy Club, Urbana, IL, USA, on June 6, 2025.

See how Juan Alderete uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Juan Alderete

Bassist

Marilyn Manson

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Alderete's Oakland Raiders themed custom shop P-bass is featured in this June 23, 2018 Instagram post.

And, we’re back! It’s the mighty skills of premier bass tech (he can tech anything, anytime, anywhere) @mlubetski that got this @fendercustomshop Precision “Raider Bass” back in the game. The bass was made by @flmp67 in the early 90’s for me. It was my first Custom Shop bass, made around the same time Alex made Tim Commerford’s “Denver Bronco” bass. Tim and I used to kick it and we were competitive fans as our teams were rivals. He got a @broncos bass, I got a @raiders bass. The wood piece repair, glued to the bottom of the bass, was done several years after I did the initial damage (thanks @ericsguitarshop) at OG punk club Al’s Bar that was in the Art’s District in downtown LA (back in the Distortion Felix days when I threw the bass across the stage and it hit the wall. This was following a volume argument we had during our set). To say this bass has 9 lives is an understatement. I’d say 29 lives. I’ve never banged a bass around as much as this old dude. I’m am forever in debt to Alex for building it and Mark for saving it. #pedalsandeffects Oh, and that’s it’s second pickguard. Mark had to make a new one because I broke the old one a few months ago. See my Instagram stories to see the OG one.

See how Ned Russin uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Ned Russin

Bassist

Title Fight

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Ned Russin is observed employing a Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass for both live performances and recording sessions, as evidenced in footage provided by hate5six from a Glitterer concert at Metro Gallery in Baltimore, MD, dated May 28, 2022.

See how Ian Martin Allison uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Ian Martin Allison

Bassist, Composer

Soul Asylum

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Verified via YouTube

In the YouTube video titled "10 Classic Basses You Need to Play Before You Die," Ian Martin Allison showcases a Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass. He plays this bass, featuring a sunburst finish, maple fretboard with black dot inlays, and a gold pickguard, while demonstrating the bassline for The Clash's "Rock the Casbah." Ian frequently uses this instrument in his content for Scott's Bass Lessons.

See how Mija uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Mija

Music Producer, DJ

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As you can see, she hold a Fender Lake Placid Blue P- Bass (Precision)

See how Steve Onotera uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Steve Onotera

Guitarist

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In the video "The Gear I Use", Steve discusses that the Fender Custom P-Bass he owns is a hand-me-down from a fellow bandmate.

See how Tim Payne uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Tim Payne

Bassist

Thursday

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In this L.S Dunes rig rundown, Tim says that the bass he uses on this tour is a custom shop P-Bass

See how Michael Devin uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

Michael Devin

Bassist

Whitesnake

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Seen in a large image in the source, he can be seen holding a Precision bass with the Precision/Jazz pickup configuration, as well as 2 control knobs. It's unknown what model this is or if it even if a production model, so it's assumed to be a custom shop model due to the atypical control scheme.

See how James Book uses Fender Custom Shop ‘63 Precision Bass

James Book

Bassist

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Verified via TalkBass.com

Featured in this TalkBass.com forum post.

I used to own James Book's custom shop P-bass. He was the bassist for The Flys, which was a somewhat famous band (in some circles) during the mid/late 90s.

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