JohnDaBass

41 minutes ago, Rumple said:

I Have a slight hankering for one of these despite some reviews being less than favourable, anyone got any updates to add about their experiences owning one?

I don't pay much attention to some of the feedback.  I ,research, ponder,and then purchase.

Having owned a 65 Epiphone Newport bass which I traded for a 1969 Gibson EB3 slot head (which I still own) back in 1970, I have waited sometime for a reissue. There was lots of stuff on tinternet but I purchased one of the early batches. The bass is a pleasure to play ,has a comfortable weight and balances nicely on strap or knee. I rewired the phase of the bridge Pup and replaced the stock neck Pup with an Artec EBC4 Mudbucker. The result is a fantastically flexible bass which is capable of handling a wide range of musical needs. 

Super slim neck,  easy fretboard radius and huge power output for a passive instrument. 

Yup the stock bass is pretty average but with a few tweaks and additions it can be a real brute of a bass catering from bluesy thump thro to Jack Bruce classic to Andy Frazer honk.

Great value for money. 

Edit

I'm sure somebody from the EU or Denmark will be along shortly to knock my comments 

On 23/12/2022 at 10:03, Chienmortbb said:

I have been using GuitarTapp for some years, and it has served me well, but there have been no updates since 2018. Some features do not seem to work any more, so I was wondering what others use?

Tried to sync my GuitarTapp Pro today only to receive a message that Sync was not available due to the porting of files to the new App version and directing to a FaceBook page.

Has anyone Beta tested the new GuitarTapp Pro App.

Like @Chienmortbb I have been using it for years and it really works for me, I would prefer to stay with GuitarTapp but I'm interested to hear what others have experienced with the new App version.

2 hours ago, Steve Browning said:

Please tell me that thing is heavy.

It's around 10 pounds.

1 hour ago, jd56hawk said:

I forget when this one first came out, 2014 or 2015, but Fender apparently doesn't know what limited edition means, since they're still making them.

Yup I have the earlier FSR version with active 9v preamp. Only 150 were allocated for EU sales, actually only 149 made it because I received the one with the broken neck that was quickly replaced  Fender EU. The low noise bridge Pup was really punchy and well balanced with the neck Pup. It was rumoured in some quarters that the first 9v active FSR batch was only produced to use up surplus stock of Geddy Lee necks left over in Mexico following the transfer of production of the Geddy Lee signature bass. The FSR 9v active preamp run had one of the slimmest, fastest, bound J-necks ever, gloss finished neck and fretboard. Fender were so surprised by the fast sell through of the FSR 9v active basses that they introduced the passive bass shown above. 

5 hours ago, Musicman20 said:

 

There is a chap, Phil McKnight, who discusses these type of issues on his podcast/youtube channel. He worked in retail for many years as an owner of a guitar store.

 

I agree with him that many guitar brands are going for 'limited edition' more and more in 2023 as a marketing tool. Yes, they may well be limited runs, but the reason for it is to create a false sense of urgency...they could make more, but they don't so they'll sell the batch fast.

In these times of Lean Enterprise operations,  companies try to minimise their costs including minimising stocks.   So short runs of "Limited editions " or "FSR " are all geared to have fast sell throughs and zero end stock.

This style of sales and marketing has become the new norm and will provide both manufacturers and retailers means of maintaining margins without the need to discount end of run products.

There are plenty of examples where consumers can snag a bargain but "when they are gone they're gone".

Notable examples for me are the termination of Gibson Les Paul Jr DC tribute and the Fender FSR Precision Deluxe. 

It's difficult to be quick to purchase something you real fancy but don't have the cash on hand to allow the acquisition. 

Times have changed and probably won't revert back to traditional purchase environments. 

21 minutes ago, Cliff Edge said:

Limited Edition. Marketing speak for “hurry up and buy one before we reduce the price because we couldn’t sell them at full price.”

Any chance of listing your herd?

NOW £250

A deteriorating arthritis condition in by left hand has forced me to play short scale basses exclusively.

Consequently, I am downsizing the herd.

THIS IS NOT A FENDER.

Here I have for sale a Bitsa project based on my year of birth and on a Mike Lull 51'P

The body is a Guitar Build two-piece mahogany 54’P profile finished in multiple coats of True Oil with a Lindy Fralin split 51’P 5% over wound pickup. The bridge is a Fender USA bridge taken from my 1994 Fender P Deluxe. The loom is a @KiOgon CTS V & T and Switchcraft socket.

The neck is an aftermarket maple bound "J" neck with block inlays.

This is a fantastic bass to play and has an Ole School vibe that hugs your body.

There is a full storyline on this build in the Build Diaries section

Sadly, following a protracted, fruitless period of emails and calls I am reposting the sale of this Spector Legend 5 Classic bass.

A deteriorating arthritis condition in by left hand has forced me to play short scale basses exclusively.

Consequently, I am downsizing the herd.

First up for sale is my only 5 string which was purchased to scratch an itch that evaporated soon after the purchase of this beautiful Spector bass.

It’s never left the house and has hardly been played at all.

Here’s the Spector details and the specifications can be found here

https://www.spectorbass.com/product/legend-5-classic/

Spector details:-

The Legend 5 Classic combines the iconic silhouette of the NS design with rock-solid bolt-on construction to provide a reliable and affordable instrument for all players. The extremely comfortable curved body is crafted from lightweight and resonant ash. Available with a solid body, or with your choice of a figured maple or walnut burl top, there’s a look to suit all styles. These basses now include custom voiced pickups from Bartolini that aim to provide the warmth of a classic passive design, while preserving the clarity and definition Spector is known for. These pickups are perfectly complemented by Spector’s TonePump Jr. active tone controls that offer interactive treble and bass controls for sculpting your sound. The Legend Classic also features a 3-piece maple neck, a 24 fret pau ferro fingerboard, and professional quality die-cast hardware. The Legend 5 Classic offers the looks, tone, and feel of basses twice its price.

I would prefer to meet up as I do not have a suitable shipping carton.

I am in West Wales and prepared to travel a suitable distance.

Thanks for taking the time to consider my sale.

2 hours ago, vates said:

 

 

Yeah, as mentioned above, the nut width is different. The shape is also technically different: 'C' shape vs 'Modern C' (the latter is a tad slimmer).

Also the finish is different: nitro vs urethane.

 

So, for you they may feel the same but, given my previous experience, I'd probably perceive them as two rather different animals (nut width being the most important difference for me).

 

Thanks for clarifying! 

3.2mm ??

1 hour ago, Baloney Balderdash said:

Yeah, well, specs doesn't happen to be a matter of opinion.

 

Oops 🤫

I'll dig out my sack shirt and once the coals have cooled I'll roll around in the ashes as penance for my unholy mistake.  At 70 yrs old I am normally forgiven for the odd senior momentary lapse. But perhaps its different in Denmark. 

13 hours ago, vates said:

 

 

Congrats! Looks great.

 

Why do you call it a JMJ neck? The specs are entirely different.

I am quite familiar with the JMJ Mustang neck having tried a number of them at different retailers and I was really impressed with the modern slim "C" shaped neck and how consistent the necks were having different production batches. Reinforcing the improvement in QC and consistency of the CNC and finishing. 

It appears to me that neck on the Mike Kerr has the same feel and specs. 

" 30ins scale,  38mm nut width,  modern slim C shape neck profile, 9.5ins radius fingerboard,  medium jumbo frets, and slab rosewood fretboard."

The main differences are fret markers and the truss rod adjustment on the JMJ is at the heel of the neck and the truss rod adjustment on the Mike Kerr is at the nut. Other than that the specs are the same IMHO.

@vates

1 hour ago, Lozz196 said:

Really like that @JohnDaBass

I really hope they do a Squier version, maple neck & fret board, black ( Alder?) body with tort pickguard and US Pups.

Now that would be just right for me and I do recall that neck/body combo is also @Lozz196 's passion.

2 minutes ago, scrumpymike said:

Very nice too! What's the strap balance like - any neck dive?

No neck dive whatsoever. The offset Jaguar body seems to provide the right counter balance.

NEW BASS DAY

Just arrived, my Fender Mike Kerr bass in Tiggar Orange. (or is it Trump Orange 🤣)

Lovely bass with a JMJ neck , Jag body (better suited to my "portly frame" than a Mustang) enormous Humbuckers and fancy Barbie gold hardware.

Really pleased. 

Would Dowlais scaffold boards equate to Callifornia Streetwood roasted pine ??🤣

I have tried several JMJ Mustangs at different retailers and everyone has had a consistent sublime neck feel and profile, credit to the higher QC  standards. Sadly the body does not suit or sit well with my slightly portly body profile even though the Pup produces such a wide range of tonal options. 

A larger body short scale  bass is  more comfortable and playable for me.

Just arrived, my Fender Mike Kerr bass in Tiggar Orange. 

Lovely bass with a JMJ neck , Jag body (better suited to my "portly frame" than a Mustang) enormous Humbuckers and fancy Barbie gold hardware.

Really pleased. 

https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2023/08/15/fender-custom-shop-unveils-california-streetwoods-collection-basses/

Looks like the Guys at Fender's Custom Shop have been trolling our very own @Andyjr1515 and @Jimothey.

Clearly our Lads are trend setters. 😉

2 hours ago, Gigibass said:

this is literally my dream bass! i've been waiting for a fender jaguar short scale for so long (they only had squiers), but it is quite expensive for a mexican bass

Agreed, mine arrives Friday,  happy days!

20 hours ago, AndyTravis said:

Gold and orange 🤢

Niiiiiice🙂

Pm sent, I would very much like to purchase this cab.

So could the new Rapier Saffire bass be an alternative to the Squier Rascal?

It looks great I wonder how it sounds?

https://bassmusicianmagazine.com/2023/08/new-gear-rapier-saffire-bass-2/

1 hour ago, Muzz said:

 

Alternately, you can also run 3 x 8 ohm cabs, too... 🙂

OMG THAT is awesome. ( although the Shuker does clash with the flooring)

19 minutes ago, ped said:

The posted image does have gold hardware too, but it's not that clear due to the reflections. TBH I'd rather get a Squier SS Jag and some cool pickups and design my own.

Agreed but I would prefer a 30ins as opposed to the 32ins of the current Squier SS Jag.

Now that IS a candidate for a Squier version. It appeals to me much more than the latest Rascal short scale. Just seems a more balanced short scale with humbuckers.