Hazza2004

Hi there, Harry here, I have a Squier Bass VI on the way from GuitarGuitar at the end of the month and am aware of the few issues that can arise out of the box. I was just wondering if anyone had anyone has any recommendations of things that can be done for very little money that can improve/fix these issues? I am thinking that a heavier set of strings (at least a 95 on the low E) will be almost a requirement but is there anyone who has any recommendations apart from the pricy Labella's that seem to be extremely common? Many thanks, Harry

I was wondering if anyone knew of anywhere to get a white mm stingray pickup cover/surround i’m not sure what to call it

I’m looking for a new precision bass wiring harness as I’ve finally decided to repair my gigging p bass and the electronics are basically dead. I know more or less nothing about this subject so I’m looking to be pointed in the right direction. I’m most likely going to pair this with custom shop 62 P bass pickups. I’m not sure if this is on the correct section of the website, If not I apologise. Any help is greatly appreciated

I've heard murmerings that you can adjust the truss rod on the vintera 60s by removing the scratchplate rather than the neck, is this possible? do you mind checking if you can? I'm really sorry for being such a pain in the behind by asking this and completely understand if you're not willing to.

I'm currently looking around at basses to make a shortlist for when shops open again (optimistic I know) and was thinking about the sterling ray 34HH or 35HH. Does anyone have any experience?

Does anyone know of anywhere that sells precision bass necks with painted headstocks? This could be custom order or standard stock Many thanks, Harry

Thanks everyone for your responses, these all sound great, does anyone know of any classic 60s lacquers kicking about anywhere, preferably in sunburst?

Just a short one but are there any Jazz basses that come up under £1000ish with a nitro finish, preferably in sunburst. I've seen the old classic series 60s fenders fit this criteria but are there any MIJ options or maybe even american? I was looking at the vintera 60s J bass but a nitro finish and rosewood board would be a massive plus

Also how have the 60s basses been set up out of the factory? How much adjustment have you found to be required?

I'm having a bit of trouble deciding between the Fender Vintera 60s and 70s jazz bass and was wondering if anyone could help me out following their own experience with these instruments. Can you adjust the TR on the 60s without removing the neck(as with the flea signature)? How different do they both sound? What is the difference in feel between the two? Is there anything else of note? I am aware that this has been touched upon in one of my previous posts however I'm hoping for further clarification. Overall I think I'm leaning slightly towards the 60s however the TR adjustment is putting me off slightly, how much of an issue have people found it to be? Many thanks, Harry

Thanks, that was exactly what I was thinking

Thank you everyone for your responses, I’ve had a think and the smoother, less-harsh sound and general vibe of the 60s jazz bass is more for me, and is worth the hassle of adjusting the TR

Thanks for the responses, the more I’m thinking about it the vintage truss rod adjustment is a bit of a no go, maybe a 70s vintera and putting a tort guard on it?

Yeah that’d be great!

I've got a bit of a dilemma, I've been looking at both the Fender Player Jazz bass and also the Fender Vintera 60s Jazz bass. I'm just wondering whether people have found the Vintera to be worth the additional £250 or if I'm better going for the cheaper version? Many thanks, Harry

Thanks

Are there any that you would recommend?

I’ve been looking around and seen some really nice Ali Express 4005 copies, has anyone had any experience with these?

My max spend is about £400 and I’m looking for something good for indie/alternative rock. I’ve just been looking and seen some Rickenbacker 4005 copies around, has anyone had any experience with any?

A bit out of the ordinary, not just a jazz bass or a p bass