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[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1391544527' post='2358467'] Er... but if the Badass is thicker than the original bridge, won't the original screws be too short? [/quote] Shorter...but long enough!

If the NFL want me to mime during the break at next seasons Super bowl.......I'm in!

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1391451536' post='2357320'] If the signature was on a piece of paper how much would you value that at?? That's about it's additional value... I like Maude's suggestion of bumping off CW... [/quote] This....apart from bumping off poor Chris of course!

[quote name='maldy' timestamp='1391536780' post='2358313'] I've just bought a badass II bridge. I've noticed that the supplied screws seem to be longer that the screws that are holding down the existing bridge on my jazz bass (and this is taking into account the extra thickness of the badass bridge). They also seem a little thicker. Should I use these or stick with the original screws? I'm wary if I use the new screws it will make the existing holes bigger and then my original bridge may not fit back on, if I change it over again. [/quote] Congrats on the new Badass - I personally think that it's a great upgrade for Fender basses. The Greeneking is absolutely right - using the badass screws wont pose any real problem at all in the long run. On the other hand, if the heads on the original screws fit into the countersunk screw holes on the base of the Badass they will do a perfectly good job (I have done this myself at least twice). If you opt to use the original screws do not concern yourself with the lack of extra length - many people vastly overate the amount of tension placed on bridge screws (and necks for that matter). Its a win/win either way.

Now that looks like a great P bass.....and an excellent price.

[quote name='ratman' timestamp='1391158670' post='2353840'] Everyone's saying the same thing. Get to your doctor. [/quote] I have very strong opinions about doctors, and in particular their prescription of drugs for "[i]mental health[/i]" problems - however I am really glad that you feel better now.

Wow, beautiful bass!

[quote name='Musky' timestamp='1391030105' post='2352523'] Fender would be wetting themselves at the very [i]thought[/i] that they might achieve even a 50% market share, and then that IPO could go ahead as planned. They are certainly the market leader in electric guitars/basses but there are many, many other brands successfully competing. Fender don't even claim they're the market leader in terms of volume, just in revenue. Just a quick look at peoples sigs on this forum would reveal that Fender are nowhere near having a stranglehold on the market. Disliking a brand's apparent ubiquity is a good enough reason to buy something else though. [/quote] It's really good that you don't agree with all of the things that I have said ...as I often say things to [i]stimulate thought[/i] on your part. You have made good observations!

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1390993744' post='2351978'] I don't see how playing a Fender makes you a sheep? [/quote] Revisit my previous post....and [i]think about it..[/i]............

[quote name='Meddle' timestamp='1390847134' post='2350313'] You don't seem to grasp the thought process behind the selection of signature model recipients, at all. It isn't about skill [/quote] You make a fair point. In hindsight I can see the flaw in my logic on that post. I would assert however that I believe that I do have a good grasp of the thought process behind Fender's (very clever) marketing strategy...so strong that they have in fact a complete stranglehold on the current bass guitar market. It's quite a turn around. I remember back in the day when nobody wanted Fender basses, they were unloved and they were "uncool". I actually took a lengthy sabbatical from playing for a number of years (I missed the 90's) - when I did find my way back into it I remember how surprised I was when visiting music shops to find nothing but Fenders and Fender variants. There is an ongoing powerful placebo at work that has been carefully encouraged by what is essentially a VERY powerful business organisation with an extremely powerful marketing strategy....... Everyone is playing Fenders...because everyone is playing Fenders. Some may laugh - but the reality is it's a mild form of brain washing. Don't misunderstand me, I actually like a good Fender (poor QC..but there are good ones out there)...but I refuse to be a sheep.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1390838246' post='2350106'] I'm sure Fenders answer to your question would be "Who the f*** are you?" [/quote] My question to Fender is who the f*** is she? Yes, I know she plays with Pink etc and I have seen her face all over BGM over the last few years...but I would describe her as an average player. I grew up aspiring to Jaco, Jeff Berlin, Stan clarke, Geddy Lee etc etc etc...seriously is there anyone on this forum that aspires to play like Eva Gardner?

[quote name='Diablo' timestamp='1390834612' post='2350040'] I am also of the opinion that a good bass guitar will always be better than me as I learn [/quote] Rich...always remember that the bass guitar is nothing without you. The name playing it matters...not the name on the headstock! It reminds me of the old Jaco story...an admirer stood listening to him burning up and down the neck and said "wow man, that bass sounds amazing!" - Jaco promptly put the bass of doom down and stepped away from it...he then looked at the fan and said "Yeah...how good does it sound now!".

Sigh, yet another signature model from our friends at Fender/Squier......

Well, in my opinion.....................

Must it be a vintage Fender? I never ever say never say never...ever - because if you do ever say never say never ever [i]you are limiting yourself. [/i]Does that make sense? There are plenty of [i]other builders[/i] who generally [i]make better Fenders[/i] than Fender. Have you tried them? If so why not try them before you spend your cash/

[quote name='MarkW' timestamp='1390689827' post='2348418'] So, having never owned (or even played) a fretless in my life, I bought one a few weeks ago out of curiosity. It's nothing fancy, just a basic Cort 4-string, but it has been nothing less than a revelation. I have played it exclusively for the last couple of months, and it's the most intuitive bass-playing experience I've ever had. The notes just seem to fall under my fingers, and the feel of flats is gorgeous! [/quote] This post should read "fretless dalliance has made everything better". You have woken up...welcome to the future my friend!

I admire Ibanez for putting this out there. In my opinion it isn't the prettiest single cut that I have seen - but beauty is in the the eye of the.........

[quote name='ped' timestamp='1390512269' post='2346350'] It's Patrice Mine is an '88 and it's certainly not moved in the 10 or so years I've owned it. [/quote] Whoops...sorry Mr Vigier.

[quote name='E sharp' timestamp='1390508415' post='2346279'] Patrick Vigier thinks a trussrod is detrimental to sound . [/quote] Mmmm...that is Patricks belief - but the vast majority of beliefs are emotionally based opinions. To be fair I owned a Vigier graphite necked Arpege back in the day, it had no truss rod and the neck was totally reliable and stable. It was an incredible instrument.

Lovely player is Steve...

For me the best Fender bass on the market by a mile. Not only one but two...congratulations!

[quote name='timmo' timestamp='1390261873' post='2343449'] Problem is, i am left handed [/quote] Right, for you left is right and right is wrong...right?

[quote name='BassManGraham' timestamp='1373205559' post='2134656'] Ok Kiwi fair point. I have amended my post in light of your comments. It doesn't have the multiple layered exotic woods of the higher range Alembics, but it is beautifully put together and plays a quite a bit like one. [/quote] Rudy was inspired after playing a friends Alembic - this inspired the design of the Peavey Sarzo.