This book by the founding editor and former publisher of
Bass Player magazine not only celebrates the 50-year history of Fender's revolutionary Precision Bass, it also – for the first time – illuminates the full scope of its profound impact on music and society. Focusing on the bass' artistic influence, it details the technical milestones that gave the bass its musical power. This book also describes the impact of the bass in the hands of such visionaries as James Jamerson; cheers the innovations of rockers like Jack Bruce, Paul McCartney, John Entwistle and Sting; and honors the inspired work of such virtuosos as Jaco Pastorius. Loaded with black & white and 100 stunning color photos.
DetailsPublisher: Backbeat Books
Publication Date: 05/2001
Credits: by Jim Roberts foreword by Marcus Miller
Medium: Softcover
Pages: 192
Length: 11.00 in.
Width: 8.50 in.
Series: Book
ISBN: 0879306300
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