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Post subject: Okoume precision
Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2015 5:38 pm
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I noticed Fender Okoume Precision and Jazz basses listed on e bay shipping out of Canada. I like the look of the Precision but cannot find any information.
Anyone know about these?
Feedback appreciated.


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Post subject: Re: Okoume precision
Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2015 6:27 pm
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Evidently these are special order available to dealers. See description as copied below:

The bassist who wants a distinctively stylish active instrument, a versatile combination of Precision Bass® and Jazz Bass® design, and affordability that won’t break the bank will find the Deluxe Active P Bass Special Okoume a sophisticated Deluxe performer loaded with special features. The body is fashioned from okoume, an African hardwood with an attractive straight grain and distinctive reddish-brown hue.

Together with a slim Jazz Bass neck, special Jazz Bass bridge pickup in addition to the Precision Bass middle pickup, active electronics and more, the result is a beautifully sophisticated and tonally versatile Precision Bass experience.

Series: Deluxe

Body Shape: Precision Bass®

Body Wood: Okoume

Body Finish: Gloss Polyester

Neck: Maple, Modern "C" Shape

Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane

String Nut: Synthetic Bone, 1.5" (38.1 mm)

Fingerboard: Rosewood, 9.5" (241 mm) Radius

Frets: 20 Medium Jumbo

Position Inlays: White Dot

Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)

Hardware: Chrome

Bridge: Fender Hi-Mass with Chrome-Plated Zinc Saddles

Tuning Machines: Standard Open-Gear

Pickguard: None

Strings: Fender® USA Super Bass 7250ML, NPS (.045-.100 Gauges)

Pickup Configuration: PJ

Pickups: Dual-Coil Ceramic Noiseless™ with Nickel-Plated Pole Pieces (Bridge)

Vintage-Style Alnico Split Single-Coil Precision Bass (Middle)

Controls: Master Volume, Pan Pot (Pickup Selector), Treble Boost/Cut, Midrange Boost/Cut, Bass Boost/Cut

Special Electronics: Active Electronics

Other Features: Rear Routed Control Activity, Precision Bass Body Shape Paired with Jazz Bass Neck Profile, Rear-Mounted Quick-Release Battery Compartment, Side-Mounted "Football" Output Jack, "Precision Bass Special" and "Deluxe Series" Headstock Decals, Vintage-Style Disc String Tree, Knurled Flat-Top Control Knobs

Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Gig Bag

Fender Deluxe Active Precision Bass Okoume - Rosewood Fingerboard - Natural


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Post subject: Re: Okoume precision
Posted: Mon Jan 12, 2015 6:37 pm
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I think I just answered my own question!

Go Bucks!


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Post subject: Re: Okoume precision
Posted: Tue Jan 13, 2015 2:29 am
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This bass utilises backrouted controls, hence's why the pickguard is absent.


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