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  1. Marc S
    Never thought I'd do this, but here is my beloved Squier Classic Vibe P in Fiesta Red. But this one is not the norm It has been professionally made into a PJ, by the well known top luthier Dave Dearnaley in Cardiff. Dave has done a superb job routing the cavity for the J pickup - it's so neat you'd think it was a special run from the factory Dave also installed some new wiring & pots (not all of them, 2 I think) and installed BOTH new pups These are the wonderful Entwistle PBXN and JBXN pickups. These pickups are awesome - really powerful big sound, yet they retain that vintage Fender sound Made in China, same factory as the Matt Freeman P's and the rare short scale Jazzes - NOT same factory as the Affinity range The bass plays beautifully and is well balanced, with a C profile neck which although glossy, feels aged. It's in near mint condition, with just a few minor marks / blemishes The CV range are of the highest quality construction - I had a lovely 2000's US P bass, and there wasn't much in it re quality - in fact, this sounded much better once it was PJ'ed I'd prefer collection or to meet somewhere. I don't have a box atm, but could find a gigbag. As I don't have any scales, I can't weigh it - but I'm sure the extra pup hasn't added much weight - and the weight must be on Fender's website somewhere I had one of these before, sold it and instantly regretted it.... so I went out and bought another Please note - I've only advertised this as something else I really want has come up - if that sells, or my KYDD upright sells, I will be withdrawing this lovely bass More photos later
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    Gorgeous! Is the neck shallow, or deep i.e. like a typical older P bass. Or is it more of a Jazz profile? FuNkShUi of this forum sold a very similar one a couple of years back. It had a slimmer neck than other Limelight P's I've played Played it, loved it, always regretted not buying it!
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    My P's

    Marc S replied to Handwired's topic in Bass Guitars

    Come on - tell us which one sounds best.... I can't bear the suspense! lol Given my current, and rather sudden onset of GAS for a 62 RI, on seeing the photo of your collection - perhaps I CAN justify one more P bass?
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    I've repaired a couple of basses - a new neck on an old 70's Japan, Matsumoko P bass I was lucky to get the loaded body very cheaply. I ended up with a lovely bass, sounded great, felt nice to play Sold it for a small profit (wish I'd kept the pickup though - sounded fab) But you're right - put a nice bass together from parts, and made nowt on it I can see how it's easy to lose money, building from decent components, sadly Just had to look at this again though - it looks a lot like the Fender MIM '50's P - but a fraction of the price Stunning colours & grain on that body
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    My P's

    Marc S replied to Handwired's topic in Bass Guitars

    Best sounding? Hmmm... is it the Limelight?
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    Chris bought my Epifani Ul110 bass cabinet No quibbles, great communication - thoroughly good BC'er and all round nice bloke Really hope we can catch up again for a beer and more chatting
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    I've been there so many times Juliet - I feel your pain But - as others have pointed out, another door will open - just stay positive All those hours put in, learning a song you may not play again aren't wasted, honestly Focussing on a song you may otherwise never have learned can only help your listening and playing Until recently I was playing DB in a Bluegrass / Country / Acoustic Rootsy band, and we developed a great set - lots of stuff you never hear covered~ Then the singer / guitar /uke /mando player left and we all thought "how do you replace that?" He was great, and so versatile, Sad thing is, he formed the band, and has given up playing live The rest of us kept going, then the fiddle player leaves, and I must say, I was gutted But along came a fab singer / guitarist /Uke / Mandolin player, who is also a classically trained pianist! The music has changed direction a bit - but hey, we're learning more fab songs and having fun Her name is Juliet BTW lol Best of luck searching for a new band - but keep your chin up
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    Hey thebrig - you don't half put some cracking looking basses together! If I was looking for a nice gigging P bass for not too much dosh - I'd be all over this:) GLWTS
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    Cab now sold. Cheers
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    Just echoing Jean Luc's comment above - the Squier VM Jaguar is a good starter. Though be sure to seek out the Short Scale (SS) version, as I think they do a long scale version too? Try one of these, then try some more models - as many as possible.... If the SS Jaguar feels too heavy & bulky - try the Ibanez Mikro Good luck to you both ooo - Hofner do a bass called the "Shorty" - it's 30" scale, but it's got a tiny body- so can feel odd to play. It's designed as a travel bass But it's light and quite cheap
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    Standard (often called "long scale" on the string packets) scale basses are usually 34" Short scale basses are either 30" or often 30.5" Less common is Medium scale which is 32" - between the other scales When you say your daughter is petite, it may be the bulk of a bass which hinders her, as much as scale length As she already plays DB - stretching her left hand may not be such an issue, but weight may be, if she's small When looking at short scale basses - look at the size and bulk / weight of the body. A hollow bodied instrument can often weigh less Try as many as you can in shops, and ask to try them with a strap so she can judge the weight Also, she could consider something even smaller - there are shorter scale basses out there e.g. The Ibanez Mikro gets good reviews I think that's around 25.5" scale - small & super light weight Amps? There's another thread! lol - choice will depend on how & where it's to be used....
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    As discreet says, these are unlike any other MIM basses out there. I know some people who'd much prefer a US P bass, and plenty of others who don't like roadworn / reliced instruments - but honestly, don't knock these till you've tried one My sunburst RW P is my go-to bass, in fact, it's my favourite I've ever owned or even played. I upgraded the pickups on mine - that's the only thing I'd do I keep trying to justify owning a Fiesta Red one to match - but Mrs S wouldn't be impressed, I'm sure Vintage Fender quality at a fraction of the cost and as has been said these are over £1,100 new So this one is an absolute bargain! GLWTS Mr Discreet
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    Yes, that logo looks great!
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    Looks a real stunner Drool.....
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    As others have said - instruments are there to be played, unless you've got one in a glass case. I mostly gig my Fender Roadworn P - so I'm not so bothered about bumps & dings. Theft is something I'm always conscious of - It's so easy for someone to break into a car, or pick something up when backs are turned Sometimes, I think I'm paranoid about it. I think gigging a bass worth so much might make me even worse! lol For gigs where I'm dubious about the crowd / venue, I have a couple of cheaper basses - though I'd still be upset if anything happened to my Squier CV P bass I don't own a Pre-CBS but this would be a real quandary for me too - I'd want to play it live, but would be distraught if it got pinched
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    Bump. Just looked at the website for these unusual little instruments This bass would now set you back $1,995 US Dollars - and presumably, a hefty import charge, plus P&P !!! Grab yourself a bargain This one is in great condition - looks new, apart from a couple of small marks on the back of the body (out of sight)
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    Hi there kaomny - hello from South Wales (where it is currently rather grey, damp & drab) I took a break of over 20 years, for the same reasons. Fortunately, you picked up your bass again much sooner The trick now, is to keep picking it up despite distractions and "orders from on high"! Welcome to BC Marc
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    Years back, in my first era of bass playing, I had a Fender Musicmaster. It was quite old back then (early 80's) At the time, I sold it to get a 34" scale bass. Now wish I'd kept it. At the time, I felt it lacked a bit of bottom end Though that was probably due to string choice, set-up and my inexperience with amps / EQ'ing I've got a SS Jazz that I don't use much - its just nice to have it there lol It certainly lacks nothing a 34" has. Yes, it's lightweight and I don't have to stretch my left hand as much But short scale feels a bit odd to me - I can over-stretch or over-shoot notes if I'm not concentrating I've got a 32" Medium scale P bass, and I find that's an effortless switch from long scale EDIT: Some of my "problems" re scale length may be due to the fact I also play DB
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    Hi, just wondering where you're based - as I'd like to come & try this bass?
  20. Marc S
    That is one beautiful bass - absolutely stunning colour. Love the grain thru the colour too Excellent job, putting that one together GLWTS and yet again, although I have way too many basses..... GAS strikes again
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    Where are you based?
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    On hold, pending usual
  23. Marc S
    Nice looking custom bass there Dave. I suspect that many of us don't actually "need" another bass But I understand your desire to get another one to replace the one you had years ago I spent ages trying to track down a Shaftesbury Rick, like I had in the early 80's - took me years in fact Now I have one, I rarely play it! lol I'm glad that P special isn't in a shop near me Ooooh, looks great
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    Monday am bump, and those photos I promised PM me if you want any more. PS. Alcytes - yes it can be played with a bow EDIT: The bridge height is also easily adjusted - I've got it set fairly high, for slap playing Setting it lower would take 2-3 minutes
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    I've recently become a real fan of the P/J pickup arrangement. It really is so flexible Each time I now play a straight P at rehearsal, jam or gig.... I wish I'd brought my P/J instead lol Don't see many of these around. I don't need one, but if I came across one in a shop - I'd have to try it If it played well, I must admit, I'd be tempted. As they get older, the value / price will increase, I'm sure
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