I used to have a 1962 Precision which was the best playing, best sounding bass I have ever had. I sold it after about 30 years and have suffered seller's remorse ever since. So this bass interests me greatly even if it is about 20 times the price I paid for my 62!
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
Awesome basses! Highly Recommended! Email me at anthony@empiremusic.com and we might be able to help you out on the $$. Thanks - Anthony
@dentninja
6 ай бұрын
how much did you sell your 62 P bass for?
@joshyaleste
Жыл бұрын
Finally a video of something other than the blue!
@petermusto3704
Жыл бұрын
I'm a 67 year old 'beginner, and I have to say this Fender American Vintage 11 3-color Sunburst Bass is perfect! I bought the same Bass as yours direct from Fender. Best decision I've ever made. Gave up the Ukulele to learn Bass with this Fender American Vintage 11.
@anonymoisius
Жыл бұрын
3:09 A round-laminated fretboard is just a relatively thin (compared to a slab board), curved piece of rosewood veneer that is glued to the neck. It is one piece of wood, not multiple layers. The curve follows the radius of the maple neck, while with the slab board, the neck is flat and only the fretboard has a radius.
@bangsnap2651
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for that explanation!
@davidhwang6442
Жыл бұрын
So much groove Anthony! Looking forward to a Jazz 66 Vintage II video!
@slee6261
Жыл бұрын
Technically, this is Fender’s third addition to the AV series, as the second release was in 2012, the first in 1982. Slab rosewood board is going to give the bass a warmer tone over a maple or veneer rosewood over maple board. Overall, the bass sounds real good. Love the burst on this release as it reminds me of the FCS NOS 59 RI’s from the old Time Machine series. Well done!
@robertkerr9738
Жыл бұрын
Great video. Can’t wait to see one for the 50’s P Bass too!
@MadunicMusic
Жыл бұрын
Great bass! I have the Custom Shop version of this bass in Aged Black and with the heavy relic treatment. Playing it is like putting on that worn in, comfortable pair of jeans. The tone is just always "there". I have a 2011 AVRI '62 Precison in Olympic White too, and that has a slab rosewood fretboard, plays like butter. I always prefer the slab boards over the laminate. The just "feel" better to me.
@perryklein1790
7 ай бұрын
I like it for the laquer finish and the authentic reverse tuners. ❤
@perrysar5954
Жыл бұрын
I swear to God Anthony if I closed my eyes I would have ssid this is a Maple neck with its bright tone!!!..you sound great on a P Bass!
@Basslightning666
Жыл бұрын
Excellent Bass, and only one step down from Custom Shop. I like how the neck is C shape instead of Thick C, and the voicing is year specific on this series, instead of decade span. It will always hold it's value, and will be around longer than us. Back up Bass unnecessary...lol
@RedPillAwake
Жыл бұрын
Reserved the black one today. Thanks!
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
We have one in-stock NOW!! Call me at 412-343-5299 or email me at anthony@empiremusic.com
@christocr
Жыл бұрын
Very nice. I'm dying to get my hands on the Vintage II 1954 P-bass reissue. And waiting for you guys to get one to review.
@Unmarked_1
5 ай бұрын
Nothing like the great American precision bass
@timedwards5600
3 ай бұрын
Excellent instrument. Thats a lifetime friend.
@YTPartyTonight
Жыл бұрын
Fender round lam fretboards are not comprised of plies of the veneer. It's a single solid piece of rosewood, like a so-called slab rosewood fretboard is, the only difference is how the faces for glue lamination are milled with a radius instead of flat.
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
Yep... I totally stand corrected on that aspect. Should have done my homework better before stating that. I should be better. Thanks for the comment and info - Anthony
@jazzmattezz
Жыл бұрын
Great demo, and best review to the 60s AVII that I have seen so far. Thank you. I hope you also soon make a demo to the 54 AVII 👍
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
We posted that video last week! Check it out on our page. Both basses are killer! Thanks for watching - Anthony
@findelmun
Жыл бұрын
Great review, thank you! This new 60's pickup sound so sweeter then the cs63's, which is anything but a 60-ish pickup. I hope Fender will sell the new pickup separately.
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure on that yet. The pure vintage pup's have always been available, so it remains to be seen if these become after market options. I really like them! Thanks for watching - Anthony
@ljsub88
8 ай бұрын
they do now
@PlayWithYourThumb
Жыл бұрын
I bought the AO precisely because of the 9" radius fretboard. Having said that, I have the AV II '54 P on order.
@timedwards5600
3 ай бұрын
One piece rosewood is where the pbass tone lives.
@G.G.-nt2mi
8 ай бұрын
Is the truss rod adjustment( removing neck) a big deal? How often realistically does it need doing? Should it be a deal breaker for a rookie's first Pbass??
@pjfields2382
Жыл бұрын
So from what it sounds like the AO is a tad chunkier in the neck...I also agree that the AO sounds a little more clear or snappier if you will...
@user-gb8fl3lt2n
Жыл бұрын
Great videos after watching many diff ones, this guy is Solid!!
@gigfy6010
Жыл бұрын
Gotta get me one of these!!
@massimilianoparis6728
Жыл бұрын
Great Anthony!!!! I like your reviews, you are always very professional, but honestly I preferred the last version. The 9.50 fretboard was very better. I don't understand why they are returned in the past with these models...
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
They wanted to change it up... and honestly I enjoyed playing this one immensely. 7.25 never bothered me, but it's totally a personal thing. I can understand with sides. Thanks for watching - Anthony
@Gnarledlowend
Жыл бұрын
Love the pickup on this one
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
I did too!! Fender nailed it! - Anthony
@Gnarledlowend
Жыл бұрын
I would be rad if you get one of those new Fender ACB 50 amps to demo these fine P Basses!
@Froggy-jn9mu
Жыл бұрын
I love this bass! ❤
@RedArrow73
Жыл бұрын
I say the full vintage experience demands FLATWOUND strings.
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
I agree! I think that majority or players I've sold too end up putting flats on a P-Bass regardless of era. Fender generally ships w/ rounds though, and I prefer to give a customer a representation of what they are going to receive. That said... FLAT ALL DAY!!! Thanks for watching - Anthony
@thecappy
Жыл бұрын
What is the ohm reading on the pickup? The PV63 was in the 12’s.
@TheBassfresh
Жыл бұрын
another great review
@jeffreyjohn2037
Жыл бұрын
Should be strung with flat wounds for best authenticity. And remove plastic for presentation.
@thomasfaraone4213
Жыл бұрын
Can you do a review of the jazz bass as well? no one has done a good review of it yet
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
As soon as we get them... I'll demo them! Thanks for watching - Anthony
@thomasfaraone4213
Жыл бұрын
@@EmpireMusicPgh cool beans! great content as always
@lebeaujp5594
Жыл бұрын
Do you guys think that pickup sounds wayyyy darker than other Pbasses? I own one in daphne blue which I really like. But sometimes it feels like I could use one more turn on the tone knob to clear things up but then I find out its maxed out… it doesnt seem so dark in your video. I wonder if the bass was designed this way or if mine has something wrong? Its personality really shines with the tone knob backed off though. Never had a bass that sounded so dark and mid forward like that. Not even my former BB735 which was quite dark too
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
No... I can't say that was my takeaway from these. I'll have to listen with that in mind next time. I always feel the character of "vintage" spec pup's does lean darker, but this wasn't anything outside of the norm to me. Thanks for watching and the insight - Anthony
@lebeaujp5594
Жыл бұрын
@@EmpireMusicPgh thanks for checking it out! Im wondering if I need to have it serviced. Your input will help me deciding. It sounds really muffed especially when ABing it with my AO60s jazz
@lebeaujp5594
Жыл бұрын
@@EmpireMusicPgh Nevermind. Found out I have tone suck problem through my pedalboard. The bass on its own is downright fabulous. Keep on the good work I love watching your videos
@lebeaujp5594
11 ай бұрын
@@stingray-wolves not sure about that. They’re different. Am Pro 2 are awesome and sound really good , but with flatwounds the 1960 is unbeatable. And to me the feel in the hands is way better.
@lebeaujp5594
11 ай бұрын
@@stingray-wolves bought my 1960 in october 2022. Kept rounds on it for 6 months and then put LaBella flats on it. Went through the 4 seasons (in Quebec) and the neck has not moved. Only set it up once like a week after bringing it home from the store and thats it. I also have an AO60s jazz bass and the neck is rock solid too
@bhismaadiwibowo3754
Жыл бұрын
Still waiting for the black color review. Bcs i order this bass on black but she doesn’t coming yet.
@andylove1224
Жыл бұрын
Sweet vid. Thanks Anthony. I'm currently a MIM Jazz player looking to make the jump to a P. I'm ready for a fatter neck and sound. With that said, I'm a little torn beweetn this FAV II and the the American Profession II. Main concern is necks. Do you have any thoughts on the difference of these two Necks. Obviously my J bass is super thin so the change is pretty big. Like I said, I'm ready to get fatter but a little worried the FAV II is too fat. Any insight would be much appreciated. Thanks again. Oh, also what about weight is the FAV II much heavier that the AP II? Thanks again.
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
Weight - That's a big variable. I've seen heavy and light in both lines. Am Pro II is definitely a little thinner profile and width. Graphite Rods and modern truss access in the neck are a great addition. I personally gravitate towards the vintage thing, but enjoy the versatility of the Pro II's. Shoot me an email if you have any further questions anthony@empiremusic.com. Thanks for watching and commenting - Anthony
@MikaelBerglundBass
Жыл бұрын
Does the difference in output compared to the overwound PV63 pickup on the Am orig 60 make this pickup (PV60) sound weak and lack push in the low & low mids?
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
That wasn't something that I noticed at all, but did not do a side-by-side comparison. This line has been very very nice across the board. Thanks for watching - Anthony
@Marshallstclair
Жыл бұрын
Sent you an email. Hankering for a 2nd P alongside my (actual) 1970 that I can string with flats and this may be the ticket. Hard to choose whether I need to shell out for custom shop or a ‘real’ one but it would be nice not to and still get a great bass
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
I don't see that email Marshall - anthony@empiremusic.com - please resend
@Marshallstclair
Жыл бұрын
@@EmpireMusicPgh resent it on Sunday
@hztjtao
Жыл бұрын
alignment of the strings seems more towards the treble side of the fretboard, anyone noticed that?
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
I didn't while playing! - Anthony
@rodimusprime9599
Жыл бұрын
AOL sounds warmer and more low end
@EmpireMusicPgh
Жыл бұрын
American Original? Not 100% sure I agree w/ that. However, that's the glory of the videos, different models, and this platform for talking bass! Thanks for watching - Anthony
@rodimusprime9599
Жыл бұрын
@@EmpireMusicPgh I repent your right. After listening more I realized the vintage 2 is more low end warmer. I am wondering to buy this or customer shop
@BobBlackBass
Жыл бұрын
whats the weight?
@YourFavouriteColor
Жыл бұрын
anyone else really bugged by the insane streaks in the rosewood??
@YTPartyTonight
Жыл бұрын
I noticed that but if you watch closely as he moves up and down the neck and the bass shifts around the apparent streak changes, presumably do to the cast of a shadow around that area. I suspect that at least in part it's due to an unfortunate placement and direction of an overhead light, possibly a studio light for the video shoot.
@YourFavouriteColor
Жыл бұрын
@@YTPartyTonight perhaps but I happen to be very picky about my wood grain, and I'm always on the hunt for even-streakless, almost ebony-like rosewood. I think it's getting rarer and rarer. I see one in maybe 20RW guitars having acceptable fretboards to me. It's unfortunate because I have to scour reverb and sweetwater every day until I get a hit. It can take years sometimes. The upside is, I've got a real beauty for life!
@YTPartyTonight
Жыл бұрын
@@YourFavouriteColor Made-to-order from Musikraft in New Jersey is great source to absolutely top grade Fender type necks and for very fair prices, especially compared to Fender American Original necks. The quantity, range and quality options they offer are the best around for necks.
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