We are pleased to announce the arrival of a pre-owned Fender Custom Shop Pino Palladino Signature Precision Bass, now in stock at Max Guitar. Crafted at the legendary Fender Custom Shop in Corona, California, this bass is a true gem for collectors and performers alike. Increasingly rare and highly sought after, these instruments are revered for their road-tested durability and tonal excellence. Built to 1962 specifications, the bass showcases the distinctive Pino Palladino signature on the headstock and is a testament to Fender’s vintage craftsmanship and modern artistry.

This particular model features a lightweight alder body, carefully selected for resonance and comfort, with a total weight of approximately 4 kilograms—making it a joy to play on long sessions or gigs. Adding to its uniqueness, the pickups on this bass are exclusive to the Pino Palladino model, delivering a warm, articulate sound that cuts through any mix with character and precision. With its rarity, premium build quality, and custom electronics, this #R134902 bass is more than an instrument—it's a piece of Fender legacy waiting to be played.

Here are the full specifications for the Fender Pino Palladino Signature Precision Bass, as produced by the Fender Custom Shop. This model is based on Palladino’s iconic early-'60s Precision Bass and features select vintage-style details that contribute to its unique tone and feel.

Fender Custom Shop Pino Palladino Signature Precision Bass Specs

General

• Model Name: Pino Palladino Signature Precision Bass®
• Series: Custom Artist Series
• Country of Origin: USA (Fender Custom Shop, Corona, California)
• Year Introduced: Originally released in 2006
• Artist Association: Pino Palladino (John Mayer Trio, The Who, D’Angelo, etc.)

Body

• Body Shape: Precision Bass®
• Body Wood: Lightweight Select Alder
• Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Color: Fiesta Red (heavily relic’d to show wear and tear typical of Pino’s own bass)

Neck

• Neck Material: Quartersawn Maple
• Neck Shape: 1960s "C" Shape
• Fingerboard: Rosewood (Slab board)
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184 mm)
• Frets: 20 Vintage Style
• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)
• Nut Width: 1.75" (44.5 mm)
• Nut Material: Bone
• Neck Finish: Tinted Nitrocellulose Lacquer (heavily worn for relic’d effect)
• Inlays: Clay Dot Position Markers
• Electronics
• Pickup Configuration: Single Split-Coil Precision Bass® Pickup
• Pickup: Custom-Wound Pino Palladino Split-Coil Pickup (exclusive to this model)
• Controls: Volume, Tone (vintage wiring)

Hardware

• Bridge: American Vintage Bass Bridge (with threaded steel saddles)
• Tuners: Vintage-Style Reverse Open-Gear
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell (3-Ply)
• Knobs: Knurled Chrome Flat-Top

Other Features

• Relic Treatment: Custom Shop "Heavy Relic" aging on both body and neck
• Weight: Approximately 4.0 kg (may vary slightly by instrument)
• Strings: Typically ships with Flatwound Strings (.045-.105)
• Case: Brown Tolex Hardshell Case with Fender Custom Shop Certificate of Authenticity