Chiliwailer

Posting this as there is a Road Worn love in happening on BC £650 ono in Greenwich https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/fender-road-worn-50-s-precision-bass/1178372013

[quote name='quinlan' timestamp='1468442638' post='3091017'] hi guy's, could you help me ? i've bought one, but i think the shop gave me a wrong gigbag, when i call them, they said, nonono thats the good gigbag... so could you post a pic of your flea sign with the gigbag ? Cheers [/quote] Pictured on page 5 of this thread

[quote name='FarFromTheTrees' timestamp='1468448431' post='3091071'] Would you say the Stingray is more versatile? [/quote] From my POV the Stingrsy HH is far more versatile. But like I said, I only clicked with the neck pickup on the Thumb, even though the bridge pickup and combined pickups have a great tone of their own

I've very recently switched from a 1989 Thumb 5 NT to a 2014 Stingray 5 HH. Both of mine are great quality with good B strings. I liked the Thumb a lot and only sold it due to the body being too small for me. Though I was genuinely gutted to let it go, it just so happens that the Stingray is a way better option all round for my tastes as it's more comfortable to play (both neck and body) and the tone variations are very useful. I get to use 3 out of 5 of the pickup selections regularly and the other 2 every now and again. With the Thumb, I only ever got on with the neck pickup. Of course, this is all down to taste but as you were asking...

[quote name='Snook' timestamp='1468238057' post='3089435'] Would anyone be willing to post a rough guide price of value with and without a refret? So frets that are original but not 100% versus a refretted to original spec one? This could be a big ask!? [/quote] It's not really possible to answer that as the market prices are not set or consistent. IMO, a refret would affect the desirability of the bass (for some people) more than the price. I know a fair few guys who buy vintage and don't care about frets, they just see them as a wear and tear part. Other guys are precious about it. It's all down to personal opinion and that makes pricing harder too.

This is my second dealing with Lasse, the first was back in 2011 from an eBay listing and then recently he bought a MXR pedal from me. Each time he's been a perfect gentleman and a pleasure to deal with.

I must be double crazy then, I bought a 2015 US Fender Jazz from a local shop, even though I could of got one at trade price. Why? Well I wasn't out to buy it, but the one I took home felt very special to me when I tried it after deciding to go Jazz again. The highlight there being 'to me'. I don't give a toss what people think subjectivity, it's ultimately worthless unless you don't have self determination. But my subjective, which is what matters to me, is that I have owned original 50's, 60's, 70's to modern day ones including many Custom Shop and bespoke such a Lull, and the Jazz I bought certainly got my blood pumping and credit card out. In my youth I never liked getting new basses, especially as 2nd hand is cheaper. In my late 30's and have a new found buzz about being the first owner. I've tried the various cheaper ones, and they deserve the praise. As of yet, none spoke to me so I'm very happily crazy.

[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1467650151' post='3085151'] Ha ha, well Dan there's a few things mitigating against that. Firstly it's a Jazz Bass, never been my favourite. Second I haven't got any money. Third hey appear to have sold out everywhere even Thomann. Fourth I've already got a Flea signature bass. But yes, I'd bloody love one Very odd that they are available to Europe before the US, with virtually no prior advertising and/or marketing, and in such apparently small numbers? You know Fender well, any thoughts? [/quote] The power of GAS eh? I'm not sure why fender would do it to be honest, maybe they didn't count on Basschat making them sell out so quickly?

I'd go with 1980, pots are 35th week of 1980 and the pick up is 1980.

[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1467568644' post='3084608'] I get the feeling this bass is going to be one of those that we all wished we'd bought when we had the chance [/quote] [quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1467576167' post='3084670'] Post in this TB thread https://www.talkbass.com/threads/leaked-fender-flea-jazz-bass-replica.1230133/page-2 suggests Europe only at present? [/quote] You're on it mate, are you getting warmed up for a purchase?

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1467486234' post='3084088'] I knew it was a mistake putting that photo up. Calling Daniel.... [/quote] Er....not....a.....clue.... Looked like a C to me at first, but then that's the first time I've seen one cut out like that so now I'm unsure! The stack knobs are often U, but it wouldn't surprise me at all if this was C as it's more common and they already make them. The fact that there are different C and U profiles out there doesn't help at all.

[quote name='walshy' timestamp='1467483672' post='3084063'] Yeah man as soon as it arrives! Sold out now so just in time. I've a black and a pink sparkle signature Flea so this will be a nice companion! [/quote] I have a purple sparkle Modulus myself and thought that'd look cool with the Jazz, but the two pinks you have will make a great set. Look forward to seeing that when you get it

[quote name='walshy' timestamp='1467481442' post='3084043'] You guys!! I've looked for days debating and Guitar Guitar now have 1 less 😉 Can't wait to get it, will sit nicely with my 2 Modulus Fleas 👍 [/quote] That comment absolutely must have a picture to follow asap!

I just sold a bass to a really nice guy, he made what was a reluctant sale for me a pleasure and very easy. Hope you enjoy it

[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1467474043' post='3083977'] Kinda hoping everyone's gonna say 'crap, sending it back in Monday' but also suspect, given Fender's recent track record, it may be a real gem. Really hope it's the latter [/quote] I hear you, right you are. Luckily I already have a Jazz, so you're screwed mate

[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1467468776' post='3083924'] With you there Dan [/quote] I believed you until you said.... [quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1467469532' post='3083934'] Anyone going to tell us how it plays and sounds? [/quote] Now I reckon you might buckle

[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1467457979' post='3083806'] Yes, according to the splendid Danny at the equally splendid Kenny's Music (brilliant service!!!) this thread has contributed. [/quote] So with Kenny's, Andertons and GuitarGuitar (if they sell out) that's 9 sold this weekend. Amazing.

[quote name='Kev' timestamp='1467459829' post='3083828'] I'v had it in my basket about 7 times last night and this morning. There is nothing about this bass that I would usually go for, Fender, passive, 4 strings, roadworn, pickguard, pink, signature basses......but yet I want it so much! [/quote] That's a proper GAS attack Kev! Something keeps me looking at them, I'm intrigued. Yet I have a lovely Jazz I prefer, no money, and I'm not even into relics. So I blame this thread, entirely. And perhaps that this would be cool to own with my Modululs. However I'm managing the GAS and keeping the credit card and Jazz Bass safe, whilst saluting those that got in quick. [quote name='Markth30' timestamp='1467460038' post='3083829'] Is the U shaped neck profile noticeably different from the standard C profile? [/quote] I find them to be noticeably deeper, but not uncomfortably so at all.

Only 1 left at guitar guitar now, there were 3 this morning and 4 last night. I've never seen a bass sell this quick, it has to be this thread, right?

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1467437777' post='3083648'] [center][color=#dda0dd][u][size=6]This bass weighs 8.3lbs (3.8kg)[/size][/u][/color][/center] [/quote] That's a fantastic weight, I'd be seriously jealous right now if I wasn't fond of my current Jazz. Looks very cool mate.