Fender Precision Bass comparison USA vs MIM vs JAPAN

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Here is "Precision bass test comparison American vs Mexico vs Japan"

No talking more Rocking!

On of the biggest guitar show room in Russia.

[brucenlittlepictures]

That USA 77 is killer. Absolutely killer.

[SynMusique]

I'm loving the 'bite' in that 1977 USA tone.

[robjgolde]

Man, that USA ‘77 is an absolute monster. The Japanese model is great too, but I feel like the ‘77 would easily become a Swiss Army Knife bass

[SpectacularName]

That Japan 1995 one sounds mellow, but light. Interesting sound indeed. All of the basses sound great, though.

[loZoneranger]

What a great video! There's an actual "flow" to it, as if it were just being played on one bass with a subtle evolution to the riff from beginning to end. Nice job, guitarbank!

[MaggaraMarine]

The USA 77 sounds most aggressive and bright. I don't know... It may be a bit over the top. But would definitely be the best choice for a punk or metal band.

[musicadynamica]

Not a bass player but damn if this isn't the best a-b-c comparison ever.

[scalloppieiggy]

Alot of people have sided with the '77 US model, but i think that the '95 Japanese model has more of the 'Classic P-Bass' tone because of the bottom end while still having that punchiness. But yea, that 77 is rockin'.

[vaughangilligan]

At this point I don't even give a shit about the comparison, I'm just here for the awesome basslines!

[tristanmorais]

The USA '77 sounds amazing ! The Japanese model sounds pretty good too ! I can't hear a big difference between the Mex and the USA '98, the big difference must be the feel of the instrument I think ! 

[fixfinance]

I now own the 77...  it got here today from russia and i have to say it is INCREDIBLE

[lookingatyouforever]

MIJ (Just for my own reference)


0:36 – MIJ Tone 100%
1:11 – MIJ Tone 50%
1:46 – MIJ Tone Off
2:22 – MIJ w/pick Tone 100%
2:57 – MIJ w/pick Tone 50%
3:32 – MIJ w/pick Tone Off
4:08 – MIJ Slap Tone 100%
4:43 – MIJ Slap Tone 50%
5:18 – MIJ Slap Tone Off

[Cetus]

By far, the best comparison I saw. And the 77' sound sick!

[handgunner]

the 77 and the japan models sound awesome

[rizzbot]

I like the US '98. Nice balanced tone. I'd go with the japanese second.

[nefien]

mexican, cheapest choice, great sound

[JohnnieGrooves]

The USA 77 and Japan 95 are probably the ones that I like the most. The 77 has such a unique aggressive nature and the 95 has such a balanced sound and beautiful bottom end.

P.S. Special shout-out to the USA 98s' beautiful color theme.

[arlenkwong]

i'm just gonna say it. this is the best video on youtube. period. well done.

[costas]

Fantastic playing!  A great way to demonstrate the different nuances of these basses.  Well done.  USA 77 definitely stands out from the others due to the different construction.  Maple fingerboard makes a difference.  USA 77 was punchier and more aggressive. Mexico version held up very well.  Japan was a solid all-rounder.  If I had to pick, I'd go with USA 77.  Second choice would be the Japanese one.  More demos please!

[thegourmetchef]

The picked riff is killer on the 77'...The MIM seems too flat, but on a budget, you could upgrade the electronics. It is amazing how each precision has its own subtle voice. This is a top notch demo for comparative purposes and aggressive playing! Exactly how I like to play my bass!