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[quote name='topheteatwo' timestamp='1391810181' post='2361681'] Mine is this the bassist from Brand New, criminally underrated, that riff is just great. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOHg1rKzWuE [/quote] +1 there are a couple of tracks where he does some really great, subtle work (see Gasoline) My other pick would be Roger from Less Than Jake who regularly impresses me with quite intricate lines whilst sharing vocal duties. Below is a personal favourite example: http://youtu.be/WG1ZtRs2TA8

[quote name='Graham' timestamp='1393088327' post='2376100'] I'd love to play Anchor by Cave In, but it'd fall flat on it's face at our gigs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_wzzq_uyXQ This video always gives me Gibson Ripper GAS [/quote] Always loved that song. As a bassist it would be Welcome to Paradise http://youtu.be/zM58kGx_xpU In my current situation (flying solo) it's always been Let's not Sh*t Ourselves by Bright Eyes. I've never found a situation where this one (9+ minutes) would be 'audience appropriate'. Plus I think it would only really work with a full band. http://youtu.be/pDWKSie5gLo

I had a similar situation recently - saw a bass on gumtree, arranged a price and a time to meet and try it only to see the same bass on eBay (with bids) with the listing ending the day before I was due to go round. Sent the guy a message asking the obvious question of "Que?" and didn't get a response until after the eBay auction ended when he kindly told me he had told the winning eBayer (who bid more than I offered) that he was then selling to me instead. Didn't feel right so I pulled out and wished him all the best.

I currently have a family of five - three basses, an electric guitar, and an electro acoustic. I haven't gigged playing anything other than the electro acoustic for a few years now, and I have to admit I am feeling slightly guilty about the third of my three basses (J&D Jazz) It's the only one on the rack that I can't provide a 'real' justification for owning, other than "it's surf green" The rest all mean something to me sentimentally or get regular home use (or both!) so I would make a strong case for keeping all of them regardless of my gigging situation.

[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1393060355' post='2375655'] And me [/quote] We aren't half keeping him busy!

[quote name='Protium' timestamp='1393082581' post='2376007'] I picked up an official 3/16" Fender T bar tool from the states for something like $10 posted, bit of case candy [/quote] Nice! I popped to the DIY shop down the road and grabbed a set of imperial and metric keys in the end - it cost about a tenner. Slight overkill given I only needed the one key, but I'm sure I'll find a use for them. No flat pack furniture will be safe

How does the bridge compare to the Badass out of interest?

The neck on my VM Precision is noticeably thicker than the Jazz neck on my Deluxe Precision, despite the nut widths being 41mm and 38mm respectively - it doesn't sound like a huge difference on paper but it's really pronounced when I go from one to the other. A jazz neck would be a much closer match to your SR, but before you take the plunge, two bits of advice from me: 1. Get to your local shop, pick up a Jazz and give it a play - better to be 100% sure that you're comfortable with the feel - you might decide you like the Precision neck better, and if so you're £100+ better off! 2. MEASURE UP. Make sure you check the actual measurements of the neck pocket on your bass line up with the specs of the neck you plan to order. I (rather foolishly) bought a Squier neck without the bass I was buying it for in front of me, and unfortunately it didn't fit - luckily I was able to sell it on but save yourself the hassle!

[quote name='ikay' timestamp='1393078214' post='2375913'] Fender website specs say 3/16" hex for both American Standard and Mexican Standard Ps [/quote] Which is the key that just worked a treat :-) thanks for your help!

Thanks for the reassuring response. There's a DIY shop at the end of my road who should be able to sort me out!

Hello, So I've just gone to adjust the truss rod on my Fender P, but I don't have an Allen key that fits (bought it 2nd hand and didn't get the original) I went to use the key that came with my Squier P (fits nice and snug in the Squier) but it was completely loose in my Fender. Am I being ignorant to think that the Squier key should fit? Is something horribly wrong with my Fender? Can anyone point me in the direction of an Allen key that will fit? Thanks, Dave

The SVT-VR and 2x12 that is sat by the counter in Wunjo's. Unbelievably rich tone even though I was playing a Squier through it!

Here's mine! Love it!

[quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1392921762' post='2374287'] The Bass Doc has the best t/shell I've seen in modern times. Lovely nitro and awesome value. Someone should tell Fender Custom Shop... [/quote] I have one of these in production with Howard as we speak - excited doesn't quite cover it!

Nice! Intrigued to see how the heads stack up! Not to hijack the thread completely, but some thoughts from me on the Rumble 40 I tried today (and am picking up tomorrow) [quote name='theyellowcar' timestamp='1392899497' post='2373913'] Just had the fortune of playing through the Rumble 40 at Wunjo's on Denmark St. One word - incredible. First things first it really does weigh nothing. It reminded me of the tiny 15 watt guitar combos my band used to practice with a decade ago, it was unbelievable. The sound was impressive, the built in voicings (Vintage and Bright) were effective and allowed for tones that ranged from full on dub to slightly driven tube on the Vintage setting, and then a really nice slap tone with the bright switch engaged. I didn't really play with the EQ because it sounded great flat, and the output seemed fine, although again i didn't push the master past halfway. All in all, very impressive for the price, great tone, amazing look, and a crazy lightweight box. EDIT: and after checking in with Ms Yellow I have just bought it [/quote]

Just had the fortune of playing through the Rumble 40 at Wunjo's on Denmark St. One word - incredible. First things first it really does weigh nothing. It reminded me of the tiny 15 watt guitar combos my band used to practice with a decade ago, it was unbelievable. The sound was impressive, the built in voicings (Vintage and Bright) were effective and allowed for tones that ranged from full on dub to slightly driven tube on the Vintage setting, and then a really nice slap tone with the bright switch engaged. I didn't really play with the EQ because it sounded great flat, and the output seemed fine, although again i didn't push the master past halfway. All in all, very impressive for the price, great tone, amazing look, and a crazy lightweight box. EDIT: and after checking in with Ms Yellow I have just bought it

[quote name='bonnp' timestamp='1392885537' post='2373729'] novice question, if i put a jazz neck on a p bass will it limit me with type of strings, prefer heavy gauge, will there be any difference in tone or playabilty, is it entirely down to how u prefer your neck fat or thin? [/quote] Not at all, you will still be able to use your preferred string gauge, the key thing to note is that would need to re-set (or at least check) your set-up once the new neck is fitted. In terms of impact on tone - not a lot in my experience unless you were changing from a Rosewood board to a Maple board (Maple is a little brighter than Rosewood) Just make sure you measure your neck pocket before you buy anything.

So many options. I think candy apple red wins it for me on this bass. Close runners up in Surf Green and Sonic Blue.

Another couple of options in the Fender Modern Player series - not 'typical' Precisions, but the Tele bass (50's style precison body, 2 giant covered humbuckers) and the Jaguar bass (P/J pickups) have maple boards and are worth a look. http://www.fender.com/en-GB/series/modern-player/modern-player-jaguar-bass-maple-fingerboard-black/ http://www.fender.com/en-GB/series/modern-player/modern-player-telecaster-bass-maple-fingerboard-butterscotch-blonde/