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Post subject: Specs for 59 P bass frets?
Posted: Wed Sep 29, 2010 6:51 am
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Hi all - I am wondering if anyone has a source for specifications for fret wire? I have a 59 Precision bass (serial # 36073) and many years ago it was refretted with incorrect frets. I am getting ready to have it redone but want to ensure that the luthier uses the right fret wire. Does anyone know where I can find information on the specifications/dimensions for this bass?

Thanks for your help!


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Posted: Fri Oct 22, 2010 1:06 pm
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The original fret wire used in a 1959 Precision bass would be considered mandolin fret wire today. It is very thin relative to the fret wire that basses are fretted with today.

The cool thing about using mandolin frets is that the bass will intonate very accurately.

My 1959 Precision still has its original frets and it sounds incredible when I play chords on it. Of course everything played on it sounds good if the player can play. LOL

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Posted: Wed Oct 27, 2010 1:03 pm
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thanks BC - going to visit with a luthier on Friday, will take a close look at what he is suggesting. He specializes in vintage stuff so should be in safe territory


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