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From vintage bobbin construction to genuine original-era cloth wiring, all Fender Pure Vintage pickups are wound to precise specifications for authentic, traditional Fender tone and performance. With its classic '60s-era Precision Bass personality and round, sweet low end, this powerful pickup delivers all the remarkable vintage-style tone and performance of the P Bass' powerful first incarnations.
1. Vintage Tone
These pickups are specifically designed to emulate the warm, round, and punchy tone of the 1963 Precision Bass, which is known for its deep lows and smooth mids, as well as its bright, clear high end.
The set is ideal for players looking to get a period-correct sound, especially for those who want to replicate the 60s-era Fender bass tone.
2. Alnico 5 Magnets
The Pure Vintage '63 pickups use Alnico 5 magnets, which are key to achieving the vintage sound. Alnico 5 magnets provide a balanced and dynamic tone with a natural warmth that enhances the low-end frequencies.
3. Enamel-Coated Magnet Wire
The pickups are wound with enamel-coated magnet wire, another feature that contributes to their vintage-style sound. The wire offers a traditional and vintage look and is known for its ability to produce a more dynamic and fuller tone.
4. Vintage-Style Construction
The construction of the Pure Vintage '63 pickups includes cloth-covered lead wires, a vintage-style black-and-white wire shield, and traditional "flatwork" that mirrors the original 1963 Precision Bass pickups. This attention to detail makes these pickups both visually and sonically authentic.
5. Clear, Punchy Tone
One of the standout characteristics of these pickups is their ability to provide a clear, punchy, and articulate tone, especially in the midrange frequencies. They give a full-bodied sound that is ideal for a wide range of genres, including rock, blues, and classic R&B.
6. Easy Installation
The set is designed for a direct replacement of the stock pickups on most Fender Precision Basses, making them relatively easy to install for those with basic soldering skills.
7. Great for Restoration Projects
Suppose you’re working on a vintage Fender Precision Bass or a reissue model and want to get as close to the original tone as possible. In that case, the Pure Vintage '63 pickups are a fantastic choice for achieving that authentic sound.
