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Marshall are, by all accounts a great bunch to deal with. Haven't heard any real horror stories about customer service yet. Fair play, especially when they make such great amps.

I use two of the 4 78 Precisions I have all the time 1 of the others I only take out of its case for recording and its 99% mint The other is waiting for me in New Zealand-at least I hope it is (my mate's in Christchurch!) Still, I'm not really fussed about using them live (except the sienna burst one-as I said, I like to keep that in reserve for recording). The reasons I dont mind taking them out and using them as the workhorses they were meant to be, are: A) I got them for how they sound and how well they play (if I'm honest-looks were a factor too) B ) Even if they pick up a bit of mojo along the way, they will still be valuable in a few years time- collectors are always about!

Tina Weymouth from Talking heads was quite good at it. I´d love to be able to play the synth bass properly, but have only had a chance to noodle on one (a Bass Station) a few times

My A***g Micro VR sounds amazingly like an S*T and it weighs about as much as an envelope. I feel kind of dirty and ashamed now... did I do something wrong?!

[quote name='Ou7shined' post='944028' date='Sep 2 2010, 10:42 PM']My faith in humanity has been restored. [/quote] And mine in luthiery

I know the answer to this one: Beedster's 64 P Bass! Or Clarky's 'SID' P Bass! Or a nice early to mid 70's Black/Black/Maple Precision!!! (Noticing a pattern? ) Seriously though, it's all about what you want from it. Tone, vibe etc are all subjective things anyway. Try as many as you can and dont settle till you find what works best for you. If a Squier fits the bill, who cares-as long as it's what blows YOUR hair back! And if money was no object-I'd commision an Ou7shined Pingray!!!

[quote name='dave74200' post='943560' date='Sep 2 2010, 04:02 PM']snip- thanks for having a laugh at [u]mad[/u]ical conditions, you're a gent.[/quote] Anyone else spot this?!

Stupid Virgin Tween Snotty Vitriolic Tone

[quote name='Pentode' post='942625' date='Sep 1 2010, 08:37 PM']Hmmmmm...... May not be a good time to put my SVT-CL up for sale........ [/quote] If I promise to not say it is the peerless, unquestionable lord and master of the universe can I have it?

[quote name='chris_b' post='942622' date='Sep 1 2010, 08:32 PM']I'm still at the stage where I need my trousers flapping to enjoy a gig. You just don't get that with a POD![/quote] True, though a few cans of baked beans´ll sort that!

[quote name='dave74200' post='941896' date='Sep 1 2010, 11:54 AM']What about Mike Inez, Geezer Butler, Tim Commerford and [b]Jason Newstead[/b]?[/quote] What [i]about[/i] him? Cause If he´s the bloke from that Metallica cover band, who looks exactly like Jason [b]News[u]ted[/u][/b], then he´ll be doing the same as his ALMOST- namesake and switching from SVT´s to SWR (hybrid) heads and Mesa Boogie cabs when playing live and only using his old Ampegs in the studio then. [quote name='dave74200' post='941976' date='Sep 1 2010, 12:58 PM']Adult literacy might be an option for him![/quote] Physician, heal thyself! Also: "Newsted's statement revealed his departure was based on "private and personal reasons and the physical damage I have done to myself over the years while playing the music that I love."- Must´ve been from lugging all those SVT´s and 810´s around Seriously though, I love my Marshall VBA full rig, but I only ever get to use it at the bigger/outdoor venues-my Ampeg SVT4 PRO and 6x10HLF are more than plenty for most of the clubs and venues we play of late and they sound fantastic-everything an SVT can do tone-wise, with 4 times the power!. Oh and at 100w louder than any all-valve SVT, the VBA400 P**SES on it (SVT) from a great height (2 x 4x12´s are taller than an Ampeg 8x10 anyways ) I´ve owned and tried loads of solid-state,hybrid and all valve amps and while the SVT looks the mutt´s bra (genius), there are loads of better amps out there-not all of them are valve-monsters either! Guess tone and power requirements are all subjective points anyway as are transport and weight etc. I love Ampeg, but couldn´t be bothered getting the 2PRO or SVT CL when I know there´s better amps around! This threat was an entertaining affair, for the most part. I´d definately give it a 3 out of 5, but there were plenty of plot-holes, the main antagonist´s performance was contrived and overdone in many places and there was a lack of overall focus I felt. Still an enjoyable effort, Keep up the good work.

As someone who's tried both (I have the Fender one), buy the Fender! Try and get a secondhand one if you can (think Old Horse Murphy has one for sale here on BC) as 550 is a bit much new. But they are GREAT basses!!! I swapped out the pups for SD 1/4lbs, but that's cause I wanted a sound closer to the Mark Hoppus bass (which I later bought anyways). The stock pickups are great though! The Squier is pants! Not dissing Squier in any way at all (am planning on getting a VM Jag soon), they have had some great models lately and their general effort of late has been greatly documented and praised here on BC and other forums! But the Mike Dirnt Squier is awful-based on both the ones I've tried (both Black and White models). Its lightweight (really lightweight!), the frets were like razors and the pickups were seriously weedy and tinny-couldn't hold a candle to the Fender one IMO. I honestly don't think trying to mod the Squier model would be a worthwhile enterprise, as the foundations are all wrong to begin with-kinda like the Squier Frank Bello-looks great, plays lousy. Save a bit and get the Fender, I would suggest. Though again, this is based solely on my own experiences. I would gladly hear from Squier MD owners who have better things to say about them I've put mine out on loan for a few seasons (the girl that has it can't part with it ) But I do miss it around! I wish the Fender one came in the white finish though! There's a thought-get the Fender back and refin in oly white Hope that helps some man Anyways, I'm off to bed-up early to get a train to Dublin to see Blink 182 tomorrow evening, Col

[quote name='J.R.Bass' post='938787' date='Aug 28 2010, 02:20 PM'][/quote] +1000 In latin: Quad the f**k?!

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' post='938775' date='Aug 28 2010, 02:01 PM']Its just the same as why people buy used cars from a dealer who are the stereotypical aurtur daleys but a lot of the time who else can you go to? Thats why a good friend or a trader you trust in both cases are important.[/quote] Agreed. If the dealer is a mate, then I´m sure they´d see you right-trust is important. But if I had no prior dealings with a dealer or even the word of someone I trust who spoke well of them, I would avoid. But seeing as taking a car apart to verify parts is impractical... Still, if this 63 is the real deal, then perhaps as an investment (maybe with a view to letting it appreciate in value and moving it on) it would be a good move. But again, more info and detailed pics or an up-close inspection by someone in the know would verify this. I wonder if BC should send a delegation? Who should go: Howard (Bass Doc) ? Beedster ? thoughts?

[quote name='nobody's prefect' post='938764' date='Aug 28 2010, 01:44 PM']wow - you guys [i]really [/i]know your stuff! I suppose I'll take a better look at the bass and if it plays well, I'll get to negotiating the price. Some crazy prices you've quoted here for basses in original config though![/quote] Sounds like a plan man! Stay objective though-if it isn´t what you´re after, walk away-another will come along that might be exactly what you´re looking for. They are vintage, but not too rare. More like buses- you spend your time waiting for one... As for the reward-pop that pint in a waterproof envelope and send it to... Good luck mate

Fair point, but dealers are the reason the vintage market has gone the way it has IMO. They automatically attach value based simply on brand and age. Now, admittedly, an old Fender or Gibson will always be valuable but there were duds coming out of both shops back in the day too. Not all of Fender´s products in the 70´s were of the highest quality-loads of dogs when it came to Telecasters and Precisions especially. And a dealer would have no second thoughts on slapping a huge price tag on such an instrument these days-knowing that there is a certain romantic notion of owning an old Fender. Now, most do it with the customer in mind, but remember, they are businesses too and may not always be too considerate when it comes to playability vs price etc.

No way of knowing without far more detailed pics and info. That colour looks very ´new´ to me, but that could be down to the camera or lght or anything. If it is genuine, then 2k is a bargain-even factoring in how ridiculous vintage prices have become of late!

If it were all 100% original and in store-fresh condition it could be worth anything a collector is willing to pay (typically, ridiculous money!) Given this is not the case however, I would estimate at the very most it would be worth around 1700 pounds. I´ve seen 78´s gor for anything up to 2,200 pounds-but those are stupid prices (usually aroud 1200-1500 is more accurate) Again, the replacement pg would detract from that price, as would mojo/damage and lack of original case. In the end, it´s really only worth what you think it´s worth. Try and have a play on it if you can and decide. If it´s only being considered because it´s vintage (and you want a vintage Fender), fair enough, but if it´s just cause it´s a Fender- consider saving yourself some cash and getting a new Am Std. P bass (or 2!)

The black P has re-ignited the GAS I just quenched! Just got another 78, but still, the black/black/maple 70´s P continues to elude me! Nice!!!

fantastic. simple to use and informative-which is what I assume you were aiming for? If so, mission accomplished man. Only recommendations for updates I would suggest have already been made (5 or 6 string maps, alternate tunings etc) Who really uses any frets after the 12th anyway?! Great job!

I just landed another 78 Pecision, with the help of a good mate. It is waiting for me when I get off the plane in New Zealand in a fortnight´s time. Thats 78 number 4 for me and Precision number 8. I may have a problem. I still want a few more though: a black/black/maple 70´s Precision, An Eastwood Rocket, a Danelectro DC59, an Aria CSB 300 and a Dean Stylist Cabbie I swear, once i have all those, I´m done.

[url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1976-USA-Fender-Precision-Bass-/270625541616?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV"]here[/url]

Looks right to me. I have three (4th on the way) 78´s. The lefty logo from around 76-79/81 (muddy dating period sometimes) was a different story to the righties. Its a split logo, so that the Fender logo could match up with the bottom of the headstock more evenly, or so I´ve read. Though I imagine thats not the original pickguard-most likely it was black.

[quote name='BurritoBass' post='936889' date='Aug 26 2010, 10:31 AM']I'm getting into the bitsa basses & I'm the other way around. If I had a Jazz I'd stick a P-bass neck on it.[/quote] Done that with my very first Fender! Loving it! [quote name='ezbass' post='936951' date='Aug 26 2010, 11:17 AM']The deluxe Fender Ps had/have J width necks IIRC.[/quote] +1. The Zone bass also has more of a jazz neck profile.