Detail 01
Precision and Jazz Bass fit
Screw spacing matches Fender's bass layout. Other basses may need new holes drilled.
Product detailSKU #1273888003998
FenderThumb Rest for Precision Bass and Jazz Bass - Black
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Black plastic thumb rest for Precision and Jazz Bass. For fingerstyle players who want a fixed anchor point for the plucking hand.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerstyle players who want a consistent right-hand position
- Anchoring above the strings for a floating-thumb technique
- Replacing a cracked or missing thumb rest on a P or J
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who anchor on a pickup cover or the pickup itself
- Slap players — the thumb needs to move freely
- Anyone unwilling to drill into the body or pickguard
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Black finish
Blends with a black pickguard or a dark body. Stands out against white or tortoise.
Detail 03
Thumb rest, not a ramp
A narrow bar to plant the thumb on. It does not limit how deep your fingers dig into the strings.
Detail 04
Plastic construction
Light and non-marring against the finish, but it will flex under heavy pressure over years.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mounting screws may not be included — check before you start
- 02Fitting to a body without existing holes means drilling into the finish
- 03Placement above versus below the strings changes technique; test position first
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Where does the thumb rest mount?
Traditionally between the neck and the pickup. Older basses placed it below the strings; most players now mount it above for fingerstyle anchoring.
02Will this fit a bass that is not a P or J?
It is sized for Precision and Jazz Bass. Other basses may work, but the screw holes likely will not line up.
03Does it come with screws?
Check the package before installing. Plan on sourcing correctly sized screws so you do not split the pickguard.
04Can I mount it without drilling?
Not securely. It is designed to be screwed into the pickguard or body, and adhesive will not hold under thumb pressure.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- P
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
