Jump to content
Why become a member? ×

Rick's Fine '52

Member
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    1,409

  • Joined

  • Last visited

 Content Type 

Everything posted by Rick's Fine '52

  1. Rick's Fine '52
    Huge Mani fan here, and that black and white rehearsal footage of them after getting back together still gives me goose bumps, seeing the connection and smiles between them, is a joy. I actually bought that black Epiphone bass from Mani that he used at those rehearsals and the early gigs. Reni is also one of the best drummers I’ve ever heard or seen.
  2. Rick's Fine '52
    I actually like the double ‘hit’ number 7, it tells the story of your journey. Fab job!
  3. Rick's Fine '52
    If this is still available when i’m Back from hols this week, I’ll come and see if this fits my takamine!
  4. Rick's Fine '52
    You’re on the cusp of the introduction, and, as with all things pre-CBS Fender, there would undoubtedly have been a transition period. I think one of the endearing features of an old Fender is the slightly bowed tuner plate as it’s forced off the neck by the tuner wings, so personally I wouldn’t drill the divots, but that’s just me. For March you will be equally accurate with either option, so I wouldn’t lose too much sleep over this particular detail.
  5. Rick's Fine '52
    These relief holes were drilled in the factory as standard from around Feb ‘64, to ensure the tuners sat flush (I’m always surprised it took them 13 years to work it out!! ) Nice looking beer by the way!
  6. Rick's Fine '52
    Soledad was kind enough to gift me a single tuner, something that was much needed. He wouldn't take anything for it, and wouldn't even allow me to cover the postage. Top man, this is what this Forum is about, excellent addition to the Basschat community. 5 Stars from me! Deal with confidence folks. Douglas, I owe you one, thanks. Rick
  7. Rick's Fine '52
    Any more pics? 😉 Nice bass, all looks good to me, and for what it’s wirth, I think the price is good, shouldn’t hang around. Classic Fenderness.
  8. Rick's Fine '52
    Keep coming back to this, shame you’re not nearer.
  9. Rick's Fine '52
    Pair of ‘61 ‘burst Jazz basses
  10. Rick's Fine '52
    Nice bass, enjoy!
  11. Rick's Fine '52
  12. Rick's Fine '52
    I’ll play...
  13. Rick's Fine '52
    Bargain, great bit of kit!! Have a worthy bump from me.
  14. Rick's Fine '52
    So, after years of hunting, and considering a few I've seen over the years, none of which were quite good enough, but having the patience (Unusual for me!) to wait for the 'right' one, I've finally completed my set of original first series JV basses, with the addition of a near mint '57 Precision. The hunt is over, I can sleep easy! These are by far the best reissues Fender have ever produced, far superior even to the early Fullerton Vintage reissues. Here's the set, all together;
  15. Rick's Fine '52
    Just sold, sad to see that one go! 😞
  16. Rick's Fine '52
    Had one of these, they are fab combos, bump worthy!
  17. Rick's Fine '52
    Something I want out there, so come on folks, cash in those savings plans, this is a steal for what it is! 😉
  18. Rick's Fine '52
    Sorry, but I don’t have one available. I’ll look into it when back from hols. It sounds like a ‘55 Precision 😉
  19. Rick's Fine '52
    I’m not being funny, but how is this still here? I’m tempted to extend, just so I have somewhere to put this!!
  20. Rick's Fine '52
    The tone of the ‘52 & ‘53 is to die for, so warm and creamy, louder than you’d expect too. They have volume and tone, which is all I need (as with my basses). The others have far more range and controls, if you need it, and a bit more oomph. The early ones are a bit special if you ever get a chance to play through one.
  21. Rick's Fine '52
    I’m going to give this a worthy bump, what an amp, had one back in the early 90’s, loved that tone. If I didn’t already have too many amps, I’d have this. Great combo, great sound, great value. Amazed it’s still here. GLWTS
  22. Rick's Fine '52
    Majority of mine have a traditional BBOT, and I can’t say I’ve ever had one move, or found it hard to adjust alignment or intonation. They are simple, and work perfectly in my opinion. Would something different audibly (for most players or audience members) change the sound? Unlikely.
  23. Rick's Fine '52
    Vintage cloth wiring
  24. Rick's Fine '52
    In response to a couple of PM’s; The weight (with covers on), is exactly 8lb’s, nice and light.
  25. Rick's Fine '52
    You need to see it close up, and play the damn thing! 😁 It's a bargain too for what it is.
×
×
  • Create New...