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[quote name='steve-soar' post='878336' date='Jun 26 2010, 06:24 PM']S2 with a headstock?[/quote] Not a fan of the Status basses he is using. The headless one looks more like a guitar it's that small. No offence chaps but that is far too 80s for my liking!

[quote name='BottomEndian' post='878247' date='Jun 26 2010, 04:23 PM'][url="http://allevacoppolo.com/artists/nate-watts-artist"]Alleva Coppolo[/url]. 34", and yup, a rank headstock.[/quote] As much as I like Alleva, the headstocks are a bit 'meh'.

[quote name='Lfalex v1.1' post='878124' date='Jun 26 2010, 01:26 PM']Whilst it may be a little against the grain in a "P" thread, have you considered either the new East P-Retro or the Villex tone shaper. Both have been favourably received on BC and might present an interesting slant on the "P" sound. Otherwise, if you go down the pick-up route, a phone call to custom manufacturers like Wizard or Armstrong might be an idea. Tell them what you're after (in comparison to other pick-ups) and they might be able to do something for you.[/quote] Ah interesting slant, good idea! Especially the East P Retro.

[quote name='dr1' post='878025' date='Jun 26 2010, 10:54 AM']maybe you just want a jazz bass now but you aint aware of that? your next step could be strings. maybe you already doin it, but one P with flats other with rounds etc.[/quote] Got this part sorted already. I like the Jazz a hell of a lot, but the Precision just feels instantly 'right' and sits easier in a rock mix IMO. I have a set of TI flats to fit to one of the Ps once the Fender Nickels are well and truly ready to be changed.

As much as I realise the Shuker would be nice, its still not 'Precision' enough for me. I realise its not really a custom, but after investigating the custom route, its not something im really after. Im going to stick with what Ive got until I can look into the Custom Shop range. The 62 Reissue would be nice, so thats something to look into. Id prefer a Custom Shop though. I do like what Lakland do, but Ive had a nightmare trying to buy one in the past so I wont be going down that route.

Thanks for the input. Anyway, for me, it would have to stay simple...as originally designed. No extras, no fancy wood, (other than a lovely birdseye neck with rosewood board maybe) just a really well made Precision with the best pickup known to man. Im probably much better off sticking with what Ive got, as the next step is a LOT more money and might not offer that much more. Custom Shop Fender would be my next stop I think, (I havent heard one non-Fender that sound EXACTLY how I like a Precision to sound....yet.....and the Fender 'feel' is right for me).

Off topic, that sunburst is fantastic!

I have realised how much the Precision tone/neck profile is part of my playing. When I was around 13/14 I thought id upgrade from my MIJ Fender to something that wasnt a Precision. I was wrong. That tone and bodyshape have stayed with me and im hooked. I am now lucky enough to have two very nice 08-09 American Series Precision basses. Both are excellent examples of what Fender can do if the QC is high. This got me thinking. I love the tone, necks and style of the new Fenders...they made some great improvements. Is there anything other than Custom Shop Fender thats above these quality wise? Obviously a true vintage Fender would be a great investment but I doubt Id ever find one id be 100% happy with as I really dont know enough to pick a quality vintage. Before anyone comments, yes I am stuck on Fender with this, mostly. The NASH basses look great, but I doubt anything else would be 'Fender' enough for me. Sadowsky/Alleva are a no in this case. If Custom Shop/Vintage is the next step, then ill be sticking with what Ive got for a long time!

I love hearing the gain these monster amps can produce. I have put these up as I realise a few people wanted to know when the 1000 BAss Terror was due...well its due now apparently: [url="http://www.youtube.com/user/BassGearMagazine#p/u/3/7rH308wDLvc"]http://www.youtube.com/user/BassGearMagazi...u/3/7rH308wDLvc[/url] [url="http://www.youtube.com/user/BassGearMagazine#p/u/4/Rjar21N8-iQ"]http://www.youtube.com/user/BassGearMagazi...u/4/Rjar21N8-iQ[/url]

I would also suggest a Fender Bassman TV as they look fantastic!

I put a small review up of the BA115, and for it's size/price, it's a nice combo! I think the Rocket series are a step up, but I haven't tried one.

Thanks a lot

I find if I really cant get cabinets to a gig due to space/time etc then I check if backline cabs are provided and if they are ill just take an amp head. Failing that, just take the Sansamp/Tone Hammer. Lets face it, if you are carting about ANY 4x10, its STILL a 4x10. If its built with casters, and you have help for certain areas, you are absolutely fine no matter what weight. I can understand acoustic/double bass/quiet gigging types needs though. No point in taking a heavy cabinet when its just not necessary....but then again the difference between a neo 1x12 and a ceramic 1x12 are just not worth worrying about. I emailed Bergantino about 6 months ago, and Jim said that despite how far neo has come, it STILL won't please all players as it just doesnt 'feel' right or sound right to those players. I harp on about TC, but the RS cabinets are the closest ive come to loud/modern meets vintage/easy to transport. Im satisfied for sure.

[quote name='cetera' post='875459' date='Jun 23 2010, 02:36 PM']When everyone finally realises that bijou 2x8" speakers just don't reproduce the full bass grunt and shake your booty enough, everyone will be back to buying 8x10 & 2x15's like it's a whole new idea.... It's all cyclical... [/quote] I think I agree with this. It will all come back around again. I remember when Fender basses seemed a little less in the limelight, and it was all about more modern dare I say it 'metal' instruments (obviously not everywhere!). Retro/old school is cool, and popular once again. I think we will all get sick of small light cabinets, and I dont think for one second neo will completely overtake ceramic....ever. A 2x10 is small enough for me. I still want a Berg NV412 but Id never get to use it very often. Ive tried a variety of neo cabinets, and they are great, but I still hear something different. Perhaps I like cabinets thats add a little 'colour'.

I wouldn't go any buy one despite liking it, but I was shocked at the great tone at low volumes. Makes me want to use a 15 inch speaker for a little while.

Ive been using a practice rooms Ampeg BA115, and im VERY impressed with it for the cost and 100W it produces. With an American Precision, it really 'works'. I dont usually get on amazingly well with Ampeg, but this really works well. Im impressed. I cannot believe how cheap it is and how loud it gets. It competes with a drummer, 2 guitarists and vocalist with ease. Anyone else tried one? It tilts back as well.

[quote name='lojo' post='870091' date='Jun 17 2010, 06:23 PM']Find a lightweight speaker you like and nail a RH450 to the top of it [/quote] Damn good sense. I'm looking for a small cab that's 4 ohms and the only ones I like the look of are the EA Whizzy cabs. Seriously light and small.

Are they doom though?

[quote name='Grand Wazoo' post='874041' date='Jun 21 2010, 11:47 PM']At least get my username right you.... debutant! I got your pm, and the one from a Zach and an Essential Tension so now... [size=4][b]it's only 3 strips left[/b][/size][/quote] Whoops! That's me rushing on the iPhone. Many thanks.

Let me know on that TF Fretless by the way...should you ever want to sell it.

Jigster your LM2 is going to sound massively different now! Probably a lot easier to get your sound. Those amps are capable of serious low end, in fact the louder it goes the deeper it goes according to Talkbass chaps, (which is different to the F1/500 as that gets tighter). A little goes a LONG way with the VPF/VLE. Probably the best two knobs on the amp....I leave the EQ mainly flat and just use the filters sparingly.

PM'd Mr Grand Wazoo!

Definitely real. AND - Check the other link [url="http://www.worldmusicsupply.com/Squier-Vintage-Modified-Jaguar-Bass.html"]http://www.worldmusicsupply.com/Squier-Vin...aguar-Bass.html[/url] [url="http://www.worldmusicsupply.com/Squier-Vintage-Modified-77-Jazz-Bass.html"]http://www.worldmusicsupply.com/Squier-Vin...-Jazz-Bass.html[/url]

[quote name='chris_b' post='873357' date='Jun 21 2010, 11:56 AM']I didn't mention Bergantino, Epifani or Mesa Boogie because I thought they would be too expensive. Surely with the economic problems in Greece they'll be some good bass equipment coming up on the second hand market at bargain prices?[/quote] +1. A Berg/Mesa is already top money...much more than the others mentioned, and it would cost a fortune to get over there. Then the OP might not even like it, but again he might not like the others. To me, there is no one definitive 'best 4x10', and the only brands I haven't tried are Epifani and Mesa. With 2x12s the DB212 has beat virtually all competition for myself when it came to core tone, but I haven't as yet found a 4x10 that was amazingly better than the others. I think a careful look around the used Market and products available new at lower pricing is a good idea.

[quote name='Prime_BASS' post='873199' date='Jun 21 2010, 01:50 AM']new as in 2010? I'm not too keen on the 70's kinda sound, myself so other than the highway one I was looking at the '62 RI and the 60s jazz. I'm going to try some in my local music shop, it'll be interesting to see how the pickups compare to the fender CS ones I have in my DIY Jazz. I'm sure I'm gassing for an EBMM ray, and could get one used for 800, or a bit more, buttgeonly ones that tickle me are the pre EB ones and the newer classic series ( classics purely on design ) although that big al bass seems interesting aswell.[/quote] Don't worry the American Standards are the 60s pickup location. They reverted back to this after the 70s I do believe. Believe me you can get a nice warm tone and the classic growl from a 2008-2010 American Standard. Rays are always a good choice!