In this article, we'll trace the fascinating journey of its founder, Lindy Fralin, from his early days of curiosity and dissatisfaction to becoming a revered pioneer in the pickup industry.

What we found is that yes, with the right upgrades, a very affordable bass can definitely be improved significantly in terms of sound quality as well as playability. Check out the sound clips...

Aside from the Precision Bass, Fender’s Jazz bass became one of the most widely used electric basses ever since it was released in the early '60s...And if you’ve ever played one, you begin to understand why the J Bass has such a strong grasp on the electric bass market. 

In 1957, Fender introduced the first mass-production split-coil hum-canceling pickup in the Precision Bass. And ever since, hum-canceling bass pickups have been a staple in the industry. Before that, the electric bass hummed...Why? 

The choice between active and passive bass pickups has sparked a perpetual debate among bass players. However, the decision between the two isn't...