Fender Vintera III Early 60s Bass VI Rosewood Fingerboard 6-String Guitar with Bag
Fender Vintera III Early 60s Bass VI delivers authentic vintage tone with an alder body, 30" C-shape neck, three 60s-style single-coil pickups, floating tremolo, and classic switching.
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The Fender Vintera III Early '60s Bass VI bridges the gap between a standard bass and a baritone guitar, delivering that unmistakable vintage rumble with absolute authenticity. If you crave the deep, growling lows of the 1960s with the fluid playability of a six-string, this sonic time machine puts the golden era of electric instruments right in your hands.
Authentic Vintage Tone
Fender didn't just recreate a look; they resurrected a legend. The heart of this Bass VI beats with era-correct electronics and resonant tonewoods, offering the articulate, punchy sound that shaped surf rock, alternative, and beyond.
Vintage-Style Pickups: Three early ’60s single-coil pickups serve up a feast of deep, rumbling lows and crisp, articulate highs, capturing the exact sonic footprint of the originals.
Alder Body: This classic Fender tonewood delivers a balanced, resonant foundation, ensuring every note rings out with pristine clarity and muscular punch.
Versatile Switching: Individual on/off switches for each pickup give you total tonal control, letting you blend sounds precisely to suit any mix or genre.
Classic Feel and Playability
A great instrument should feel like a natural extension of your own hands. The Vintera III nails the ergonomic magic of the 1960s, wrapping modern reliability in a delightfully retro package that plays like a dream.
Early ’60s "C" Profile: The maple neck sits perfectly in the palm of your hand, offering a comfortable, instantly familiar grip for long studio sessions or stage performances.
30" Scale Length: Straddling the line between a standard guitar and a traditional bass, this distinctive scale provides massive tonal depth without sacrificing your fretting agility.
Vintage-Tall Frets: Navigate the warm, 7.25" radius rosewood fingerboard with total ease, enjoying effortless fretting and highly expressive playability.
Hardware That Helps You Shine
The hardware on the Vintera III isn't just about looking the part — it's about giving you the mechanical tools to express yourself dynamically and stay perfectly in tune while doing it.
Floating Tremolo: Add a lush, expressive wobble to your chords and lead lines with a highly responsive, vintage-style floating tremolo system.
Bass VI Mute: Instantly engage the built-in mute to unlock classic, damped, thumpy tones on demand, perfect for retro basslines and percussive picking.
Vintage-Style Tuning Machines: Rocking that classic aesthetic, these tuners clamp down on your strings for rock-solid stability, gig after gig.
A Legacy Reborn
The Fender Vintera III Early '60s Bass VI is a meticulously crafted homage to an era of unbridled musical innovation. It captures the soul, sound, and swagger of a legendary decade, offering an inspiring canvas for players looking to push the boundaries of their own sound.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Fender Vintera III Early 60s Bass VI
What is a Fender Bass VI?
The Fender Bass VI is a six-string instrument tuned a full octave lower than a standard guitar. It combines the deep frequencies of a bass with the tight string spacing and hardware of a traditional electric guitar.
Can you play chords on a Bass VI?
Yes, you can easily play chords on a Bass VI. Because it’s tuned exactly like a standard guitar (E to E), your familiar chord shapes will work perfectly, though they will sound much deeper and richer.
What strings does the Fender Vintera III Bass VI use?
It requires specific Bass VI string sets, which are longer and thicker than standard guitar strings but lighter than standard bass strings. These strings accommodate the unique 30-inch scale length and standard tuning.
Does the Bass VI need a bass amp or a guitar amp?
You can plug a Bass VI into either, depending on the specific tone you want to achieve. A bass amplifier handles the low-end frequencies beautifully, while a guitar amp highlights the instrument's articulate mid-range and treble snap.
What does the mute switch do on the Bass VI?
The built-in mechanical mute engages a foam pad against the strings right near the bridge. This instantly deadens the sustain, creating a punchy, upright-bass style thump that’s perfect for vintage pop and surf music.
Fender Vintera III Early 60s Bass VI Features:
Alder body delivers classic Fender punch, clarity, and balanced resonance
Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard provides warm response and smooth playability
Early ’60s “C”‑shape neck profile offers a comfortable, instantly familiar feel
30" scale length delivers distinctive Bass VI tension and tonal depth
7.25" fingerboard radius with vintage‑tall frets ensures effortless fretting and expressive playability
Three vintage‑style early ’60s single‑coil pickups produce deep, growling lows and rich articulation
Warranty: 2 Years Limited on Custom Shop; 2 Years Limited on Stringed Instruments; 2 Years Limited on Electronic Products; 5 Years Limited Transferable on Fortis; 1 Year Limited on Accessories; 1 Year on IEM; 90 Days on Vacuum Tubes
Fender Vintera III Early 60s Bass VI Rosewood Fingerboard 6-String Guitar with Bag Specifications
Fender Vintera III Early 60s Bass VI Rosewood Fingerboard 6-String Guitar with Bag Specifications
Product Specifications
Series: Vintera III
Model Name: Vintera III Early ‘60s Bass VI
Color: 3-Color Sunburst
Body Material: Alder
Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
Neck: Maple, Early ‘60s “C”
Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
Fingerboard: Round-Laminated Rosewood, 7.25" / 184.1 mm
Frets: 21, Vintage Tall
Position Inlays: Clay Dot
Nut (Material/Width): Bone, 1.650" / 42 mm
Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage-Style
Scale Length: 30" / 762 mm
Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Adjustable with “Floating” Tremolo Tailpiece with Bass VI Mute
Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell (3-Tone Sunburst, Olympic White), 3-Ply Mint (Candy Apple Red)
Pickups:
Vintage-Style Early ‘60s Bass VI Single-Coil (Bridge)
Vintage-Style Early ‘60s Bass VI Single-Coil (Middle)
Vintage-Style Early ‘60s Bass VI Single-Coil (Neck)
