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^ THIS Tinning components really helps the whole process - and not just the speed at which you can get the component attached. I find it also really helps reduce both the total amount of solder you need, as well as trying to push frustrating blobs of solder into the right place with your tip.

Thanks a lot gents. G&L tapers out wider towards the bridge that the bird. Profile of necks different too, guess I just need to play more basses and find the neck I want. Appreciate all the time and comment, cheers!

Cheers gents. Ive Played a Mexican P which I found much easier than the L2k, sorely torn between bird and p-bass!

So I started playing bass about 18 months ago. Playing in a blusey rock band with a couple of mates to learn our craft! I got an L2000 as my first bass which is massively versatile but the neck has always seemed a little wide/big for me. Going for along the rock route I recently picked up an Epi T'bird. For my chubby fingers I find the neck easier to get on with on the bird, problem is the ridiculous neck dive. Looked into it and found a Gib Thunderbird Studio which selling the L2000 and Epi would pay for... Had a try tonight, great bassy tone, which fits with what we play. Neck dive less of an issue (still there though) and plays pretty nicely. Bit of buckle rash, finish was ok (not a patch on the G&L) Was really taken with it when I was there, but coming home and reflecting, now not so sure. Questions: Estimates on value of Gibby? Anyone played both and have thoughts? I'd like to try a P-deluxe, would I be impressed?