JazzBassfreak

[quote name='timmo' timestamp='1393886660' post='2385576'] Interesting topic. I know nothing about Fodera, so i am learning a lot from this about basses. I would love to have £3500 to spend on a bass.By the souind of it, you have got a good instrument for the money Glad you are happy with it, it looks nice [/quote] Thanks mate! Yup very proud. I noticed on YouTube there's not actually too many decent demos of them, apart from one by Bassclubchicago, so I may put a demo up at some point

[quote name='leroydiamond' timestamp='1393886221' post='2385571'] Well then keep it if its a keeper, play the s**t out of it and if you decide to sell down the road you will get what its worth, pure and simple. We all know Foderas hold their value, as they are highly desirable and yours will be no different, provided you forget about re routing the p pick up cavity. Going down that road will definitely be a game changer. [/quote] Yeah definitely it's not that I can't get on with it, it's just in general it wouldn't be my first choice to have in the neck position if that makes sense? It's extremely versatile though literally this thing will sound great in absolutely anything. Don't think any less of me but yesterday I was giving it the "Metallica test" which few basses pass for me. But EMG's + Fodera = match made in heaven.

[quote name='leroydiamond' timestamp='1393883126' post='2385521'] Well it seems that in this post the OP has moved considerably from his first post as the bass is now a keeper, so resale value does not apply. [/quote] Of Course it applies! I'm going to keep it yes but I still wanted to know if the dinks would hinder the resale value. That was the original point of this thread remember? Barrie from bassgear kindly enlightened me anyway, preowned Fodera's dinks or not, hold their value. Which is very good to know.

Ok folks just to clarify as I stated earlier, I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THIS BASS!!!! In no way do I regret the purchase and the bass is in no doubt going to be a keeper anyway. I am perfectly happy and will no doubt look into abit of refurb work on bits here and there, as I am a light touch it will be looked after, even when being gigged. The very lovely people at bassgear emailed me concerned because of some of you guys! Plus gave me some advice direct from Fodera to help sort bits of the finish. I apologise if I gave off in any way that I am dissatisfied, I'm not. I'm going to play it to death. As for the pickup config, I wouldn't of spent this much if I didn't know it sounded good, or that I wasn't 100% happy with pickup config etc? I wasn't the one to say I wasn't happy because undoubtably as a bass player, I am on cloud 9. As I said I have played one of these briefly before and was very impressed, as I am with mine, playability and sound is impeccable and unmatchable. As we all know Fodera are the bees knees and I wouldn't expect any less. In no way am I dissatisfied that it has a p pickup, it was a thought, that's all, I asked for opinions and I obviously got them. I am just not a fan of P pickups in general. Just being honest. If I was to swap it out/have it routed I know resale value would obviously be hindered. It won't be happening anyway, I doubt I could trust anyone taking a router to it, but the thought had been on my mind and I've been pondering on it for quite a while as it's something of a unique quality. And no, to everyone earlier on I am most definitely not sending it back. I think I am at the point where you'd have to pry it from my cold, dead hands Just to clarify aswell, extremely happy with bassgear, the service, the delivery, everything. They are fantastic people and I am quite content to give them my custom. I will be buying my gear,strings etc solely from them from now on. Cannot express how happy I am with bassgear and can't apologise enough for them getting the wrong impression because some bc'ers were trying to put words in my mouth. Extremely chuffed honestly.

[quote name='xilddx' timestamp='1393879285' post='2385466'] OK sorry guys. [/quote] Quite alright. Bassists are a friendly people.

[quote name='skej21' timestamp='1393877406' post='2385439'] Couldn't agree more but most of us would like to read through these threads without having to skip through pages of nonsense caused by someone who decided to be proactive, rude, patronising and (appearing) arrogant rather than questioning such 'fiction as fact' in a more polite way that would highlight its potential lack of validity in a sensibly (i.e. being respectful). [/quote] Amen to that dude.

[quote name='xilddx' timestamp='1393876993' post='2385432'] Believe me, I know what respect is. You have a beautiful instrument, the finish can be restored somewhat. I just couldn't understand why, when Fodera say all the components are chosen for perfect balance, you would want to route it and swap the pickup when you've already said you are perfectly happy with it and stated some wishy washy reasons for hating Precision pickups. I said you didn't know what basswood was because from your post it appeared you did not. Most of us are not keen on fiction posted as fact because it is misleading and can lead people to make bad decisions. I hope you enjoy your delightful new bass. [/quote] Taking an unfriendly tone with me over a matter that is purely my own whether I swap out pickups or not is quite disrespectful. I love chatting to fellow bassists and just picking at me about random points I've made earlier is kinda immature. Either way, thanks.

[quote name='White Cloud' timestamp='1393873352' post='2385368'] I would like to congratulate the OP on his fine taste in instruments. It is a particularly beautiful bass. [/quote] Thanks very much mate

[quote name='skej21' timestamp='1393872505' post='2385354'] MDF? Mighty Delightful Fodera ;-) Stunning bass JBF!! [/quote] Thank you kindly friend

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1393869959' post='2385315'] As far as I knowm basswood is a solid wood. It may be that on some very cheap instruments they are using a ply made from layers of basswood, but I really don't know about that. Usually on an instrument of any quality basswood is a specific solid wood. It's incredibly inexpensive, and is often used in things like very cheap self-assembly furniture. [/quote] I can come to an assumption mass produced basses maybe have that. That's probably why it looks like MDF & chip board. I must say though, I've never seen anything of low quality from fender or Squier. No matter how cheap, the bodies are always a good hefty chunk of real solid wood. From a wood tree. That's most probably more than not, made of wood.

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1393869279' post='2385302'] Basswood is indeed an extremely good wood for making guitars out of, and more and more manufacturers are recognising that, particularly for six string guitars,. Sounds great for some basses too, like the previously mentioned Bongo. The great thing about basswood is that it is relatively lightweight and very resonant. I think most of the stigma some people attach to using basswood( or tilia, lime or linden , as it is also known) is because it is very plain in appearance and relatively inexpensive compared to some other commercial timbers. It is , however, a wood that has long been recognised for its' acoustic qualities , and as far back as the middle ages it was being used to carve woodwind instruments. Nothing wrong with baswood on the right bass. [/quote] Am I right I'm saying some companies use the term basswood for an undisclosed species though? As I said I've had basses with bodies of "basswood" and I can definitely say it's verging on blended sawdust+glue rather than wood

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1393867733' post='2385264'] Unfortunately, my friend, you have contradicted some folks very definite ideas about how and in what manner a muso should spend his money when choosing a bass. Contrary to what some might try and tell you on here , you have every right to buy what you want how you want , and then you also have the perfect right to be dissatisfied or unsure about your purchase afterwards. It is all perfectly valid and it is perfectly reasonable to think and feel that way . I have bought countless basses, most of which were very expensive, and I haven't been entirely happy in one way or another with most of them. That said, a lot of basses that I had misgivings about after I first bought them have grown on me over time , though, so that is something to bear in mind. You could discover more things you like about this Fodera and its' P pickup as you get more familiar with it. Let me offer you some informed and friendly advice, though. Don't under any circumstances f*** about with this bass by changing the pickups, re-routing it or any other such projects. Trust me when I tell you that you will not end up with anything that you are any more happy with , and you will be throwing a lot of money down the drain in the process. Keep this bass all-original and you can have your money back from it any time you like in the foreseeable future, and you have it to use and enjoy in the meantime . Fodera's have great prestige , will always be in demand and should command a high price for a good example. In that respect, you have made a very wise purchase. [/quote] Thank you mate! Finally abit of sense and not just everyone throwing judgements and "that idiots thinking of doing what?!" Type comments. Cheers for the friendly advice, I'm a very happy owner and will no doubt look into getting scratches and dings looked at to tart her up. But will maybe leave the pickup swaps to the lower level of basses like my beaten in Fender jazz. Thanks for the reassurance and advice mate, greatly appreciated ^.^

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1393866424' post='2385237'] I imagined that the black part of those YY Foderas was a stained finish - maybe Fodera can advise over how best to lessen surface scratches/indentations (like steaming out)? [/quote] Methinks steaming would be a big no no. Dampening a wood that's spent a year in Fodera's wood files drying out would be disrespectful. The only thing I could think of was the absolute tiniest smidge of T-cut to see if that did anything

[quote name='yorks5stringer' timestamp='1393867012' post='2385246'] Looks like its Basschat "Full Moon" again...... [/quote] XD explain?

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1393866917' post='2385245'] Didn't know that. I know the Ibanez Gary Willis basses are basswood. That's 2 things I've learned from this thread . Beautiful looking bass by the way . [/quote] Thanks mate. I'm proud to own it

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1393865623' post='2385221'] [/quote] Can't stand the unfriendly vibe. It's killing ma groove!

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1393865596' post='2385220'] possibly because its a softer wood, so can be easily dinged. Companies usually use a hard laquer/paint as to rectify this. Like the Bongo. thats made out of basswood. [/quote] And yet still amazing basses. Dam I loved the bongo 4 in stealth I used to have, absolute killer bass

[quote name='xilddx' timestamp='1393864788' post='2385207'] You don't know what basswood is. [/quote] You don't know what respect is.

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1393865079' post='2385212'] im confused. [/quote] I think some companies use the phrase "basswood" as an unknown body wood. It does refer to the American Tilia, but on more than one occasion I've bumped into basses with a "basswood" body that are definitely not a solid sturdy wood.

[quote name='JazzBassfreak' timestamp='1393864617' post='2385199'] Well my ESP f series has a basswood body. It's definitely no solid wood, it's seriously like a piece of MDF with a nice top, I know this because I threw it off stage. [/quote] And it sounds shocking

[quote name='bubinga5' timestamp='1393864155' post='2385189'] ? BassWood is a name for a species of Tree mate. also known as American Linden. bit of nerdy info for you. [/quote] Well my ESP f series has a basswood body. It's definitely no solid wood, it's seriously like a piece of MDF with a nice top, I know this because I threw it off stage.

Ain't that pretty

Still hard to capture tbh

Here's the scratches and some shiny spots