jd56hawk

I still have my doubts, but I do like the shape...definitely different. As for active, I have to agree. Why, Fender, why? Some people are saying these are the same pickups they used for the American Deluxe Dimension basses, even though they don't quite look the same, but I haven't heard anything about the Meteoras being 18 volt. Regardless, the Dimensions weren't exactly successful, so if these basses do come out, will they sell and stick around or will they disappear soon? Are they going to be limited edition basses? Other than that, is Fender actually hoping bassists will buy them because they like the way they look? That didn't work with the Meteora guitars. I wont be buying one, maybe I would if they were passive, but probably not, because I'm more than happy with this slightly different look. Reverend Thundergun...passive, pure and powerful...and I'm betting the Meteoras simply won't sound as good.

Actually, my '60s CV Jazz is noticeably better than a Player series Jazz. I have to imagine the P basses are good, too.

Just a few that are mine for life.

Dean Exotica acoustic bass, one the older models with the Aphex System electronics, Aural Exciter and Big-Bottom Sound...no other acoustic bass made has the Aphex System. Don't buy into that "You can't really hear an acoustic bass without and amp" bs, because you can't hear a Stingray without and amp, either. You see, I believe in the MTV Unplugged school of thought...plug in!

Any music stores in your area with this one? If so, drop in and try one out. Mine is 7.9 lbs, Korina...they're all in that weight zone. Reverend Thundergun. I actually had a deposit on a Thunderbird a few years ago. When I went back to pay off the balance, the staff was very busy so I took a look at what they had hanging up and saw one of these. Picked it up, plugged it in, and five minutes later, I knew I was going home with this instead.

Mine wasn't even close to heavy...8.5 lbs.

That would be the preamp in my Dean Exotica acoustic bass. To the best of my knowledge, the only acoustic bass with the Aphex System electronics.

I actually like the way this one looks...Fender apparently will sell you a nice bass for more money, but I'm still not sure about active Fenders and whichever generation noiseless J pickup they're using these day...and I don't want a 5-string bass.

As for MIM Fenders and Sires, I still haven't found a Sire I liked enough to spend money on. (I've yet to play any of the $800 to $1,000 ones, though.) And the MIM Fenders? Would that be the $850 Ho-Hum series?

Absolutely no need waiting for a new one because this arrived today. Midnight Satin, black chrome hardware, high-mass bridge, roasted maple...smooth as silk. Unlike the new ones, this is ash. Just waiting for some GHS black tapewounds to take it to the next level.

It's Indian Laurel, same fretboard they're using on some Strats.

If the Ruby Red Metallic P bass had a matching headstock, I'd jump on it! Hell, even if it had a black headstock like some of the others.

Contemporary active basses.

Im not a Fender fan, but that's the simple truth.

Decided to go with it...damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!

No, the Inca Silver Jazz is a 2015 Crafted In China Squier, only available for 4 or 5 years. One of the best Squiers ever made and I doubt they'll ever make another that good. There is one on Reverb right now for $425, fairly good price, but it's not as nice as mine, and there's a Lake Placid Blue one there for $799! Sure, it won't sell at that price but for $599 it definitely would.

Seller wants $395...$55 shipping. He countered my offer at $375. I might try $345. With the shipping that will be $400 even. Can't really go higher. He has it listed as good condition, which can mean anything. Had he said excellent, I'd go for it. Just bought this a few months ago. Don't really need another Jazz bass, but that one is special.

Squier Contemporary Active Jazz bass, Sweetwater exclusive, no longer being made. Matching headstock and roasted maple! Comes with a hardshell case, too. Not sure if the strings are flatwounds, but I'll probably be putting on a set of GHS black tapewounds.

I have to believe they're truly limited edition basses. I don't even see them on Canadian sites.

I really don't need another bass, but if I ever see this one for sale again, even for a few hundred more than the original price, I'll jump on it!

You're welcome. Not my own idea but they stopped making these four or five years ago, so..

As for neck dive, easily solved with some golfer's tape and a seat-belt pad.

Sure, EB-0, EB-3...Gibsons, Epiphones too. Even this, which I once considered buying.

Just what do you like about them?