Fender Custom Shop Time Machine '54 Precision Bass Journeyman Relic Aged Black

The Fender Custom Shop Time Machine '54 Precision Bass Journeyman Relic Aged Black celebrates the 70th anniversary of the instrument that forever changed bass playing. Built with vintage accuracy and Custom Shop craftsmanship, this limited-edition model captures the warm tone, classic feel, and unmistakable look of a well-loved, mid-’50s P-Bass. Its Journeyman Relic finish evokes decades of gentle use, while premium hand-wound electronics deliver the authoritative sound that defined an era.

Features

• Journeyman Relic lacquer finish over a two-piece select ash body for a gently aged, vintage-correct aesthetic
• One-piece quartersawn maple neck with ’55 Soft “V” back shape for authentic mid-’50s feel
• Custom Shop hand-wound ’55 P-Bass pickup for warm lows, focused mids, and crisp highs
• 7.25" radius fingerboard with 20 medium vintage frets for smooth, period-accurate playability
• Vintage wiring for historically faithful tone and response
• Single-ply parchment pickguard for classic styling
• 2-saddle vintage-style bridge and vintage-style tuning machines for traditional sustain and stability
• Bone nut and disc string tree for tuning precision
• Includes deluxe hardshell case, strap, and certificate of authenticity

Specifications

• Body Wood: Two-piece select ash
• Neck Wood: One-piece quartersawn maple
• Neck Profile: ’55 Soft “V”
• Finish: Journeyman Relic lacquer
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
• Frets: 20 medium vintage (47095)
• Pickup: Custom Shop hand-wound ’55 P-Bass
• Bridge: 2-saddle vintage-style
• Tuners: Vintage-style
• Pickguard: Single-ply parchment
• Nut: Bone
• Scale Length: 34"
• Case: Deluxe hardshell
• Weight: 8lb 4.2oz

Why Buy From Tone Shop Guitars

• Authorized Fender Custom Shop dealer with exclusive builds
• Carefully curated inventory featuring premium instruments
• Expert setup included with every purchase for optimal performance
• Secure, insured shipping nationwide
• Friendly, knowledgeable staff of experienced musicians
• Local showroom for hands-on experience and personalized guidance