Chiliwailer
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[quote name='gjones' timestamp='1413623048' post='2580201'] Mercedes builds Mercs in China. So why not manufacture Fenders there as well. Becoming a boutique guitar builder , based in California, is not what Fender is all about. Fender's were created to be the Ford model T of the guitar world, affordable by Joe Public everywhere. [/quote] +1 I like that kids and people on a budget can buy a Fender.
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I've heard within the MI that Fender will be cutting back the range and making their dealer selection tougher, the usual trick of ensuring the dealer has a set limit of stock. They've always done that, but it looks like it may be higher? IMO, the range is too big and that's not easy for dealers in terms of stock keeping. Many industries are streamlining these days but I doubt Fender will ever be in serious trouble. Losing Takamine is not a problem, distributions deals change on a regular basis in MI and Takamine will probable go solo just like Fender did in the UK in 2003. Long live Fender I say!
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Due to the gold hardware I'm guessing yours is the version without the pickguard? Nice looking and good basses, quite different to the usual Deluxe basses. They didn't sell as quickly back then, but those who liked them loved them. Up to a grand I reckon, Lozz's £800 is realistic for a p/x and keeps you nice and safe. Enjoy it !
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[quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1413485198' post='2578835'] [b]Neck [/b]- can't fault it. It's a P bass neck, slim and well finished. [/quote] I wonder if the one i got for my mate was an older version with a nasty big neck? Sounds like yours is nicer.
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No, no, no, this isn't the one in my NBD post which I recently bought! This is the other one my friend previously owned. He had two of these but has switched to Modulus and left Fender behind (what's wrong with having both?). I just took this on a part exchange to help pay for the other I just got. When he said he was selling them I had to jump on to one, they are amazing basses. It's a made in 2014 Relic version of a 1964 Precision, aged Olympic White. The neck is incredible and really does feel like a pre CBS neck,which I have found to not always be the case on CS basses. The tone is exceptional and its a nice light weight at 8.5lbs. It's currently strung with Thomastik, but I have some new roundwoumds or barely used Fender flats if prefered. It was bought in May 2014 and I believe that they are no longer available in the UK unless special ordered. It has a 'new' vibe about it as it has only been used a small handful of times. These cost between £2400 - £2600 to buy new when they were available. Comes with the original case and all case candy. [u][b]No trades please, for sale only.[/b][/u] [color=#0000CD][b]LINK TO PICTURES:[/b][/color] [url="https://www.dropbox.com/sh/7rmi06o6i6n0qk3/AADNwMx77jlEPCR03sXTCH00a?dl=0"]https://www.dropbox....03sXTCH00a?dl=0[/url] (to make the pics bigger: click on the picture, click on the 3 dots in the bottom right hand corner, click on 'view original' and then click the magnifying glass to zoom). [attachment=174035:P1060846.JPG] -
I got a second hand one for £35 for a mate who was starting, I really didn't like it and had to confess to him that I thought it was awful. He kept it anyway and now has one bass at home and the LA at work. From my experience, there are far better and more comfortable cheap basses out there, A second hand Squier affinity would be a good start. Still, we all like different things!
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[quote name='Jono Bolton' timestamp='1413386524' post='2577796'] If everyone could refrain from posting pictures of their Sonic Blue basses I'd really appreciate it (as will my bank balance). [/quote] Probably best you don't follow the link.....http://www.coda-music.com/fender-custom-shop-precision-bass-p-15040.html
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[quote name='Christian Houmann' timestamp='1413127759' post='2575116'] Nice! If you let her go please le me know [/quote] Ok mate, it looks like it'd suit you! I'm really hoping that I don't have to sell it, but If I do I'll let you know. (And of course I'll be sure to do this properly and donate some cash to the good folks of Basschat)
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Thanks again! Played it a lot last night, not a good idea as I may need a shoulder operation and I needed whiskey and pain killers to get me through, but we all know it's worth it really! This 64 really compliments my CS 55 Precision, they are so different in tone yet the quality is well matched so its a great addition to the fold. I'm even getting my head around the colour, which is great as I've always been stuck on sunburst so it's nice to be appreciating other colour P's too.
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Such a great looking bass, top shelf stuff too. I love my CS Closet Classic Jazz and can almost imagine how clean and full this one must sound too. GLWTS! -
[quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1413043813' post='2574478'] ON HOLD I found another set of TI's in the cupboard. These were on a Fretless for a short while before I sold it and are in good condition. Price includes signed for post. [/quote] ON HOLD I found another set of TI's in the cupboard. These were on a Fretless for a short while before I sold it and are in good condition. Price includes signed for post. -
My good pal just got these two beauties.... 2007 FB4 [URL=http://s1381.photobucket.com/user/chiliwailer/media/Flea/P1060874_zpsu1ghh0xq.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/ah227/chiliwailer/Flea/P1060874_zpsu1ghh0xq.jpg[/IMG][/URL] 2014 FU4 [URL=http://s1381.photobucket.com/user/chiliwailer/media/Flea/P1060884_zps6iygh7ys.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/ah227/chiliwailer/Flea/P1060884_zps6iygh7ys.jpg[/IMG][/URL]
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Thank you very much fella's!
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[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1413015427' post='2574098'] Very nice indeed. I'm very pleased for you mate. [/quote] Cheers! Fingers crossed she can stay
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[quote name='Old Horse Murphy' timestamp='1413015075' post='2574095'] I have a feeling my CS Jazz will eventually become something P Bass-shaped [/quote] Haha, don't you just hate it when those thoughts start creeping in? And you just got her back too, I really like your Jazz, great colour. I get the feeling my new P Bass may become car shaped if I don't find a way to keep it. But I'm trying my damned hardest not to let that happen....
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[quote name='Old Horse Murphy' timestamp='1413014570' post='2574085'] That is gorgeous [/quote] Cheers pal. I came so close to buying a Mike Lull P4 when I visited Seattle recently but couldn't get the price right so I'm glad this one fills that gap. Both are great basses so I'm happy to have one of them. Looks like my hunt for a 5 string is now over too, the P Bass always wins in the end with me!
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[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1412875874' post='2572922'] Thanks man. I'm still stunned by how completely different these three are. [/quote] I couldn't be outdone by you Warren so I bought a made in 2014 CS 1964 Precision last night! There is a story [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/246945-nbd-custom-shop-precision/"]http://basschat.co.u...shop-precision/[/url] but I hope I manage to keep it! [attachment=173445:P1060813.JPG][attachment=173446:P1060802.JPG]
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Blame it on the GAS. I couldn't really afford this one but it was offered to me last night and I just couldn't say no. My mate owned this for about 6 months as a spare to his other identical one, but now he's using Modulus so this was up for sale.i always liked it so when he bought it over I couldn't resist, especially as I have a gaping big hole for a Precision, and that has been bugging me since I sold my last one as I wasn't getting along with the tone. It was also an odd purchase as I don't usually go for white basses, this is well out of my comfort zone. But, it's a stunning bass and it sounds and feels incredible. To my taste it's the nicest feeling neck I've played on a CS Precision, I guess that's why I'm overlooking the colour and couldn't resist buying it? I've had quite a few Precisions from 1963-66 and this one sits very nicely with them, only cheaper Still, this is not yet being classed as a 'keeper' and could end up in the for sale section due to future cash flow or colour appreciation issues.... I hope it stays and that I find a way to keep it, sure is gorgeous and looks a treat with my other 2 CS basses. EDIT: Oh yeah, it's a made in 2014, 1964 Relic
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This set of TI's were on a Precision bass which was used as a spare so they are in great conditIon. Price includes 'signed for' post. Cheers.
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[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1412875874' post='2572922'] Thanks man. I'm still stunned by how completely different these three are. The Pino's neck feels quite chunky in my wee mitts, but even so, it's just an absolute dream to play. The Dusty feels completely the opposite as the neck feels tiny, even in comparison to my American Jazz Deluxe, but it's attached to a P body. The Geddy is somewhere in between. As you know, now it's had a proper set up, it just sings. Hard to put it down. [/quote] Good things come in 3's they say. Your jazz is exceptionally nice and it's great to have 3 so different. I'd love to get a CS Post 57 precision to complete the set!
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Stunning Warren, 3 beauties you have there!
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[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1412156965' post='2566147'] I'm happy to say that Chiliwailer let me have a play on his '55 and it's stunning. The '63 ain't bad either ;-) Hope you're keeping well mate. [/quote] Hey pal, good to hear from you. How about teasing us all with your lovely Geddy and Dusty pair? (Er, if you know what I mean...). I hope the Dusty has flats on now!
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[quote name='Coilte' timestamp='1412024868' post='2565061'] I agree. As is often said in the "pick V fingers" discussions..."use both.. the more tools you have at your disposal the better, depending on the music"[size=4].[/size] [size=4]Cant see why it should not apply to strings as well.[/size] [/quote] Absolutely mate, nothing wrong with some pick action too
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I have rounds on my Modulus, heavy flats on my Precision and Thomastiks on my Jazz. So you could say I'm sitting on the fence.... Rounds for the punch and zing, Fender 55 - 110 flats for the huge thud and bottom end, thomastiks for a smooth flatwound style with a little extra punch than regular flats. Works for me.
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1955 Relic Precision, made in 2013 [attachment=172709:P1060392.JPG] 1963 Closet Classic Jazz made in 2001
