Synonymous with the needs of the journeyman bass player, delivering outstanding tone, feel and balance, the Fret-King® Perception™ Custom speaks to the bass player’s love of tradition and introduces thoughtful innovation.
One of the electric bass’s most enduring styles the Perception™ has been the instrument of choice for independent thinking bass players for nearly three decades. The enduring style, superb balance, comfort and feel of the Perception™ are exactly what works, with a contemporary twist that remains friendly and comfortable.
Our decades of knowledge in tonewood selection and attention to detail in construction methods, electronics, hardware, and pickups are all crucial in the creation of the Fret-King® Perception™ Custom.
Perception™ Custom Features
Body:
The selected American alder body, features an extended neck joint which all coalesce to maintain the Perception Custom’s elegance and purity of line, and ensure the foundations of a constructional integrity which provides strength, superb resonance, amazing sustain and a truly epic bass tone.
The unique reduced profile neck joint and subtly extended cutaway offers enhanced upper fret access. The superb overall balance and ‘Forearm Scoop’, make the Perception™ Custom a pleasure to wear.
Headstock:
The signature Fret-King headstock ensures perfect balance, classic looks, and great visual appeal.
Machine Heads:
Wilkinson® WJBL 750 mini lightweight machine heads contribute to the great balance of the instrument and provide quick, accurate, stable tuning.
Nut:
42.5mm Graph Tech® self-lubricating nut, smooth and friction free.
Neck:
Light oil finished, hard rock Maple with classic profile for instant comfort, speed, accuracy, and a luxurious ‘played in’ feel.
Fingerboard:
Premium Indian Rosewood for durability, and outstanding tonal transfer with a 10" radius for a super comfortable, responsive, positive playing feel.
Scale Length:
34” / 864mm.
Frets:
22 Medium profile hi-durability nickel silver frets ensure accuracy, comfort, and an overall feel.
Pickups:
Featuring the quite outstanding Aguilar® 4SD-D1 pickups mated to Aguilar’s most flexible active pre-amp design, the 24v OBP-3PP, providing three discrete bands of cut and boost of +/-18dB at 40Hz, +/- 16dB 400Hz or 800Hz selected by a mini toggle switch and +/- 16dB 6.5 kHz and arrangement, which left flat, lets the traditional natural passive tones of the Perception Custom shine, and when engaged creates a tonal palette which goes straight into ultimate bass territory.
Control Functions:
• Master volume.
• Blend control.
• Active Aguilar OPB3 Pre-amp.
• Tone Control;
Outer +/- 18dB @ 40hz.
Inner +/- 18dB @ 6.5Khz,
Tone control (mid) +/- 18dB at either 400Hz or 800Hz.
• Mini toggle selects mid-range centre.
Bridge:
Energy, so crucial in retaining as much string energy as possible, is managed by the acclaimed Wilkinson® WBBC bridge. Tradionally straightforward, with steel base plate, and individually intonatable brass barrel saddles, the WBBC bridge has solidity, and stability, ensuring great sustain, rich harmonics and note perfect precision.
Carry Bag:
The Perception Custom comes with a Fret-King luxury gig bag.
Available in four and five string versions.
The Perception™ Custom is an original Fret-King® design created by the UK Fret-King® design team.
Online Orders – 14-Day Returns (Distance Selling Regulations)
Customers who make a purchase online or via distance selling are entitled to return an item within 14 days of receipt, in accordance with the Consumer Contracts Regulations. Items must be in unused condition and returned with all original packaging and documentation.
- Refunds will be issued to the original payment method once the item has been inspected and confirmed to be in resalable condition.
- Return shipping is the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty or supplied in error.
In-Store Purchases
Items purchased in-store are not eligible for a refund. However, we do offer exchange or a store credit (gift card) for in-store purchases returned within 14 days, provided they are in their original condition with proof of purchase.
Exclusions
Please note that custom orders, modified items, B-stock, clearance items, and goods obtained through part exchange are non-refundable, unless faulty.
Partial Refunds
There are certain situations where only partial refunds may be granted, at our discretion. These include, but are not limited to:
- Guitars returned with protective plastic film removed from pickguards or pickups.
- Items showing signs of use or handling.
- Missing or damaged original packaging, tags, or accessories.
All returns are inspected upon receipt. If a return does not meet the conditions above, we reserve the right to refuse it or issue a partial refund.
New Items — 12-Month Warranty
All new products sold by Guitar Warehouse are covered by a 12-month manufacturer’s warranty, in line with UK consumer law.
This warranty covers manufacturing defects and faults that occur under normal use. In the event of an issue, we will assist with the warranty process and liaise with the manufacturer or authorised service centre where required.
This warranty does not cover:
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage caused by misuse, neglect, accident, or unauthorised repair/modification
- Consumable items (such as strings, valves, batteries, etc.)
Pre-Owned Items — 3-Month Warranty
All pre-owned items are supplied with a 3-month Guitar Warehouse warranty.
This covers faults that arise from normal use and were not apparent at the time of sale. All pre-owned instruments and equipment are checked, tested, and set up prior to sale to ensure they are fully functional.
This warranty does not cover:
- Cosmetic wear consistent with age or prior use
- Damage caused by misuse, neglect, accident, or unauthorised repair/modification
- Consumable items (strings, valves, batteries, etc.)
Important Notes
- Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims.
- Warranty claims must be reported as soon as a fault is identified.
- Warranty is non-transferable and applies to the original purchaser only.
- Your statutory rights under UK consumer law are not affected.
For warranty claims on distance sales, customers are responsible for safely returning the item to us for inspection. Where a valid warranty fault is confirmed, we will cover the cost of returning the item to the customer.
If you have any questions about warranty coverage, please contact us — we’re always happy to help.
