This 2005 Fender Standard Precision Bass in Black is a Mexican-made P Bass combining the straightforward feel and unmistakable layout of Fender's classic bass design with an upgraded Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil pickup.

Its alder body, maple neck and rosewood fingerboard sit around Fender's traditional 34" scale, while the familiar passive volume and tone controls keep operation simple. The replacement Seymour Duncan pickup retains the classic split-coil P Bass format while replacing the original factory Fender unit.

This pre-owned example weighs 9 lb and is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

No case or gigbag is included.

At A Glance

Detail	Specification
Brand	Fender
Model	Standard Precision Bass
Year	2005
Finish	Black
Country of Manufacture	Mexico
Body	Alder
Neck	Maple
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Scale Length	34"
Frets	20 Medium Jumbo
Current Pickup	Seymour Duncan Basslines Split-Coil
Electronics	Passive
Weight	9 lb
Condition	Very Good
Included	Bass Only – No Case
Modification	Replacement Seymour Duncan Pickup
Main Appeal	Classic Mexican Fender P Bass with upgraded split-coil pickup

Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This 2005 Fender Standard Precision Bass is presented in Very Good Condition.

Under the Fair Deal Music grading system, Very Good Condition means the bass shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and suitable for regular rehearsal, recording and live use.

Modification

The original Fender split-coil pickup has been replaced with a:

Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil Precision Bass pickup

The exact Seymour Duncan model has not been identified, so no unsupported claim is made regarding whether it is a Vintage, Hot, Quarter Pound or another Basslines variant.

What's Included?

✔ 2005 Fender Standard Precision Bass Black

✘ No Case Included
✘ No Gigbag Included
✘ Original Fender Pickup Not Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

• Very Good overall condition
• Black finish
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Seymour Duncan Basslines pickup installed
• 9 lb actual weight
• No case or gigbag included

Pickup Modification

Seymour Duncan Basslines Split-Coil

The factory Fender Precision Bass pickup has been replaced with a Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil unit.

Basslines was the branding historically used by Seymour Duncan for its bass pickup range before those products transitioned to the Seymour Duncan name.

The pickup retains the familiar Precision Bass split-coil architecture, with separate coils serving the lower and upper string pairs.

This design is naturally hum-cancelling while retaining the direct, punchy response expected from a traditional P Bass.

Exact Pickup Model

The pickup has been identified as a Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil, but its exact model designation has not been confirmed.

The listing therefore does not assume a specific:

• Output level
• Magnet type
• DC resistance
• SPB model number
• Vintage or high-output voicing

This avoids attributing specifications from a different Seymour Duncan pickup to this individual bass.

Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

This pre-owned Fender Precision Bass has been assessed for general operation and playability.

Checks include:

• Seymour Duncan pickup operation
• Master volume
• Master tone
• Output jack
• Neck condition
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Frets
• Nut
• Tuning machines
• Bridge and saddles
• Strap buttons
• General hardware
• Overall playability

Service / Setup Work

All pre-owned bass guitars at Fair Deal Music are checked for general setup and playability before leaving the shop.

Key areas assessed include:

• Action
• Neck relief
• Fret condition
• Intonation
• Tuning stability
• Pickup operation
• Electronics
• Bridge adjustment
• Hardware
• General playing feel

Minor setup movement can naturally occur during transportation as wooden instruments respond to changes in temperature and humidity.

What Makes The 2005 Fender Standard Precision Bass Special?

The Mexican Standard series became one of Fender's most widely used working-instrument ranges because it kept the fundamental Precision Bass formula straightforward.

This 2005 example combines:

• Alder body
• Maple bolt-on neck
• Rosewood fingerboard
• 34" scale
• 20 medium-jumbo frets
• Passive electronics
• Four-saddle bridge

The fitted Seymour Duncan Basslines pickup adds an aftermarket upgrade while leaving the underlying simplicity of the Precision Bass intact.

Key Features & Benefits

Alder Body

The alder body provides the familiar foundation used across countless Fender instruments.

Its balanced response works particularly well with the Precision Bass design, producing a strong fundamental with enough midrange definition to remain clear in a band mix.

Maple Modern “C” Neck

The maple neck uses Fender's Modern “C” profile.

This provides a comfortable all-round feel suited to:

• Fingerstyle
• Pick playing
• Rock
• Soul
• Pop
• Blues
• General-purpose bass work

Rosewood Fingerboard

The rosewood fingerboard adds the classic dark-board appearance associated with many Precision Basses.

It features white dot position markers and a familiar 9.5" radius.

9.5" Fingerboard Radius

The 9.5" radius provides a comfortable modern Fender playing surface without feeling excessively flat.

20 Medium-Jumbo Frets

The neck provides 20 medium-jumbo frets, offering a substantial playing surface while maintaining the traditional Precision Bass range.

34" Scale

The standard 34" long scale provides the string tension and response expected from a full-size Fender bass.

Classic Passive Controls

The electronics remain deliberately straightforward:

• Master Volume
• Master Tone

This simplicity is one of the reasons the Precision Bass has remained so widely used.

The volume controls overall output, while the tone control can move from brighter attack to a warmer and more subdued sound.

Four-Saddle Bridge

The traditional four-saddle bridge provides independent adjustment for:

• String height
• Intonation

This allows each string to be set accurately as part of a normal bass setup.

Why A Precision Bass?

The Precision Bass remains one of the most widely recorded bass designs ever produced because of how easily it sits within a mix.

Its split-coil pickup produces a strong fundamental, focused mids and enough top-end definition for the note attack to remain audible without dominating other instruments.

That makes it particularly effective for:

• Rock
• Soul
• Pop
• Punk
• Blues
• Indie
• Country
• Recording
• Live work

Seymour Duncan Upgrade vs Factory Pickup

The original 2005 Standard Precision Bass was supplied with a Fender split-coil pickup.

This guitar now uses a Seymour Duncan Basslines replacement.

Because the precise Basslines model is not identified, the key point is not to assume that it has a particular output or EQ profile.

What is confirmed is that it remains a passive split-coil Precision Bass-format pickup, preserving the core design and control layout of the instrument.

Who Is It For?

Rock bassists – The P Bass format provides powerful fundamentals and strong midrange presence.

Soul and R&B players – Rolling the tone control back provides the rounded, supportive bass sound associated with countless recordings.

Punk players – A simple passive signal path and direct pickup response work particularly well with pick playing.

Studio musicians – Precision Basses are exceptionally easy to place in a mix.

Gigging players – Straightforward controls and passive electronics keep operation simple.

Players looking for a modified Fender – The Seymour Duncan pickup adds a useful upgrade without radically changing the bass's traditional format.

Suitable Genres & Applications

Particularly well suited to:

• Rock
• Classic rock
• Punk
• Indie
• Alternative
• Soul
• Motown-inspired styles
• R&B
• Blues
• Pop
• Country
• Hard rock
• Studio recording
• Live performance
• Fingerstyle
• Pick playing

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	4-String Electric Bass
Brand	Fender
Series	Standard
Model	Precision Bass
Year	2005
Finish	Black
Country of Manufacture	Mexico
Body Shape	Precision Bass
Body Material	Alder
Body Finish	Polyester
Neck Material	Maple
Neck Construction	Bolt-On
Neck Profile	Modern “C”
Neck Finish	Satin Urethane
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241mm
Scale Length	34" / 864mm
Number of Frets	20
Fret Size	Medium Jumbo
Position Inlays	White Dot
Pickup Configuration	Split-Coil
Current Pickup	Seymour Duncan Basslines Precision Bass Split-Coil
Factory Pickup	Fender Standard Split Single-Coil Precision Bass
Electronics	Passive
Controls	Master Volume, Master Tone
Bridge	4-Saddle Fender-Style
Tuning Machines	Standard Open-Gear
Hardware Finish	Chrome
Weight	9 lb
Included	No Case or Gigbag
Condition	Pre-Owned, Very Good

Originality Note

This bass is not completely factory-original.

The original Fender split-coil pickup has been replaced with a Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil pickup.

No other modification has been identified in the supplied information.

The original Fender pickup is not listed as included and should therefore not be assumed to accompany the bass.

Weight

9 lb

The actual weight of this individual bass is stated rather than using a generic catalogue estimate.

At 9 lb, it has a reassuringly substantial feel without being unusually heavy for a full-size Precision Bass.

Power Requirements

None.

The Seymour Duncan Basslines pickup and Fender volume/tone circuit are completely passive.

No battery or external power supply is required.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 4.5/5

This 2005 Fender Standard Precision Bass in Black is a strong example of the straightforward Mexican-made P Bass formula.

Its alder body, maple Modern “C” neck, rosewood fingerboard and 34" scale provide the familiar Precision Bass feel, while the fitted Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil pickup gives this particular instrument an aftermarket upgrade over the original Fender unit.

At 9 lb, it has a solid but manageable playing weight and is presented in Very Good Condition.

It is best considered a player's bass rather than an originality-focused example, but the modification stays entirely within the classic passive Precision Bass format.

No case or gigbag is included.

Why Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?

Modified instruments should be described as the individual instruments they have become rather than simply copied from an original factory specification.

Every pre-owned bass at Fair Deal Music is individually assessed, with significant modifications and missing original components clearly identified.

On this Fender, the Seymour Duncan Basslines pickup modification, actual 9 lb weight and absence of a case are all clearly disclosed.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging new and pre-owned musical equipment.

When you buy from us, you benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987
• Birmingham's largest independent music store
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• Expert musician-led advice
• Extensive experience with Fender and pre-owned bass guitars
• Pre-owned instruments individually assessed
• Modifications clearly disclosed
• Clear condition grading
• Secure ordering
• Fast UK delivery
• Large Birmingham showroom
• Friendly support before and after purchase

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Frequently Asked Questions

What year is this Fender Precision Bass?

It dates from 2005.

Where was it made?

The Standard Series Precision Bass from this period was manufactured in Mexico.

What condition is it in?

It is presented in Very Good Condition, showing some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional.

What finish does it have?

It is finished in Black.

What body wood does it use?

The 2005 Standard Precision Bass uses an alder body.

What fingerboard does this example have?

It has a rosewood fingerboard.

What neck profile does it use?

It uses Fender's Modern “C” maple neck profile.

What is the fingerboard radius?

It has a 9.5" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It has 20 medium-jumbo frets.

What is the scale length?

It uses Fender's traditional 34" bass scale.

Is the pickup original?

No. The factory Fender pickup has been replaced.

What pickup is fitted?

It has a Seymour Duncan Basslines split-coil Precision Bass pickup.

What exact Seymour Duncan model is it?

The exact Basslines model has not been identified, so no unsupported SPB model designation has been added.

What does Basslines mean?

Basslines was the branding Seymour Duncan historically used for its bass pickup range.

Is the pickup active?

No. It is a passive split-coil pickup.

Does it still have standard Precision Bass controls?

Yes. It uses the familiar master volume and master tone layout.

Does the bass require a battery?

No. The electronics are entirely passive.

How much does it weigh?

This individual bass weighs 9 lb.

Is the original Fender pickup included?

No original pickup has been listed as included, so it should not be assumed to accompany the bass.

Does it come with a case?

No. No case or gigbag is included.

Is it suitable for recording?

Yes. The Precision Bass format is particularly popular in studios because its strong fundamental and focused midrange tend to sit naturally within a mix.

Is it suitable for rock?

Yes. The split-coil P Bass format is particularly effective for rock, especially with pick or assertive fingerstyle playing.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. Our Request a Video Demo service is ideal if you would like to see the Black finish and individual condition or hear the Seymour Duncan Basslines pickup before purchasing.

Can I part-exchange another bass against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of basses, guitars and other musical equipment.