How to Choose a Precision BassBuying Guide

A Guide to Finding the Perfect Precision Bass for You

If you're new to the Precision Bass market, you might be wondering where to start or what model is right for you. With this guide, we're here to help. A great place to start is with the video above, which sees Reverb's resident bassist Jake Hawrylak exploring five different Precision Bass models and showcasing the differences between them to help you make your choice.

Keep scrolling below to learn more about Precision Basses and shop of our best picks right here on Reverb.

The Best Precision Basses on Reverb

Check out the most popular precision basses on Reverb right now, updated daily.

Squier Precision Basses

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Classic Fender Go-Tos

MIM, American Standards, and Artist Signatures

MIM, American Standard, and Vintage Classics

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Specialty Fender Precision Basses

From the Custom Shop

Every year, a team of talented and dedicated luthiers at the Fender Custom Shop design and build carefully crafted models with the best of the best in building materials. Modeled after the classic vintage models that made the P bass famous, these instruments are the cream of the crop in build quality and playability, can be custom-made to suit each player's feature wishlist, and is the closest you can get to an original model without having to find and pay the price they often command.

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