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1 hour ago, TrevorR said:

Don’t you mean “...my memories of highly desirable premium price point vintage 70s Fenders leave me reminiscing about what amazing instruments they were...”

It makes me laugh/weep when I see late 70s early 80s Fenders described in these terms in ads these days. Like you I’ve been around long enough to remember what we really thought of them at the time and through the 80s and 90s.

And before anyone gets all flamey... yes I know that your 70s Fender is the best built, best playing and best sounding bass in the history of the brand but 90+% really, really weren’t. 

I also remember the 70s basses which were well avoided at the time. However, I begin to wonder if we just find the right bass for us whenever it comes along. It could be a Squier or it could be a CS. There seems to be an element within each individual bass which appeals to some and not others. I have two precisions which, barring financial difficulty, will always be in my arsenal. I also have a Cort Artisan which I once tried to sell as I fancied something else. The sale fell through which was lucky for me as I still have the bass and it has become part of the permanent stable along with the two precisions.  Others have come and gone and not just Fenders. One of these was a CS Masterbuilt job which just didn't inspire and was eventually moved on. Who knows what it is that makes a bass just right for us. That is the magic of playing bass!

I was indeed the previous and original owner of this SUB4 and it is a very nice example. There are always a few basses that we regret selling and this is one of mine. I've just purchased a bass otherwise I would be very sorely tempted.

Bought a very nice Ibanez Fretless from Russ. A really great guy with whom it was a pleasure to do business. Many thanks!

Are you absolutely certain that these are Seymour Duncan pups? They look awfully like Dimarzio P & J pups.

Cherish these stores my friends. I live in a wasteland for music stores and am hugely envious when I read on here about the good experiences you all have. I try to organise holiday destinations to take in some stores but I think my wife is catching on!😄

That is a truly cracking bass. If I can find a way to finance a purchase I shall be in touch.

Job is now completed. Thanks for all the advice chaps!

5 minutes ago, rmorris said:

Since you're slackening off then you can't over-tighten.

I don't see the big problem with using a powered driver that others do - but I'd go for my small 'pistol type' rather than the larger drill / driver type option. And I'd still loosen the first turn or two by hand - the screw may have binded a little and need a short strong action to 'snap' it off and allow it to be screwed out easily.

Similarly when refitting I'd make the final couple of turns manually in order to 'feel' it.

Do, of course, protect the area around the screws / plate. Screwdrivers can slip whether powered or manual.

Many thanks Morris. The precision is a Limelight so another wee ding won't make a lot of difference. 😁

Ok. I've got the message loud and clear. I am about to re-align the neck on one of my precisions after it was pointed out to me in the 'for sale' forum that the dots weren't absolutely in the centre between strings. After never noticing such things I now find myself checking all precisions as to the position of the dots. I have found many exactly the same as mine. Obviously it is not a dreadful problem!

I have just acquired an 18v cordless screwdriver. I am wanting to use it for slackening off the neck on one of my precisions. I notice that the driver has different torque settings from 1 - 16. I don't want to over-tighten and was looking for a bit of guidance from those members who use cordless screwdrivers. Many thanks.

Great period of building at Fender. I just love 82-85 Fenders. Beautiful bass at a knock down price!

My oh my oh my!  That looks absolutely fantastic. I'm sure it sounds equally as good. Are you going to part with this anytime soon?

I’m just going to withdraw this. Maybe the alignment does need a wee tweak, I just play the damn thing and it’s fine. However, now that doubt has been cast on the neck’s ability to stay in alignment there is no point in carrying on with a sale. 

59 minutes ago, podmornica1 said:

Why are the strings not centered in relation to the poles on PU and the dots on the neck?

It may be that the photo is taken off centre. I have had a scan through other pics of precisions and this is obviously not an exact science with positioning not being determined by digital calliper. Who knows? Whatever is the case this bass looks, plays, and sounds superb. If this is just a casual comment it may be better to make such comments by pm. However, anyone is very welcome to play this bass before purchase. Here’s a pic of the bass as taken by Limelight. Nothing wrong here folks move along now!😄

1 hour ago, Tommygingell said:

what is the body made of?

The body is alder.

Here's the spec list from Limelight:-

1957 Precision Bass 

Candy Apple Red over silver/white 

Hand rolled finger board

Black dots

Ultra Light relic – as per pictures

Maple P width neck

Gold annodised scratchplate

Period correct 1957 Fender Precision logo

Thumb rest below strings.

All metal work VERY lightly tarnished

Reverse Gotoh Tuners

Strap button on reverse of headstock

Thomastik Flatwound

Nickel schaller strap buttons

Vintage wiring 

Switchcraft Jack

CTS pots and Spraque cap

Alder body

5 minutes ago, Perroid said:

Awesome looking bass! If you don't mind me asking, what are the neck dimensions like?

Limelight say it is a maple P width neck appropriate to 1957. I can measure nut width if that helps.

Up for sale is my Limelight '57' Precision. The colour is faded Candy Apple Red as appropriate to a '57' which has been around for sixty years. This is the lightest relic job that Limelight has done and it is extremely pretty. All hardware is age appropriate with the pickups being wound by Limelight themselves to replicate a '57' sound. A bonus with this sale is a G&G Fender tweed case which is in excellent condition. The bass is strung with a new set of Thomastik TI flatwounds. This bass plays and sounds superb and will make someone very happy. 

Price includes shipping to UK mainland. No trades I'm afraid.

Feel free to use any of my pics.

3 minutes ago, Hobbayne said:

Oooh nice!

Is it weighty??

Not at all. Lightweight Limelight!

Just for the record here is the newly arrived Limelight 00218. 

Limelight 00218 has finally arrived and what a beauty she is. I asked Mark to do as light a relic as  possible on a '57' precision. She looks great, sounds great, and plays great. What more can I ask?

This made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. Obviously Mavis Staples liked it as well.

It absolutely astounds me that this is still here. If I was a Jazz player it would be gone. My '84' precision is a marvellous bass. It is indeed a shame that bass players haven't yet caught on to how superb the 82 - 85 Fenders are. Don't believe the nonsense you hear about quality etc. These basses were built alongside the first reissues that command high prices. This bass in this condition is a huge bargain.

On 14/03/2018 at 16:08, PhilAllGaps1 said:

Hi Dan,

   I would love to try this and I am in Aberdeen tomorrow playing at the Jazz Festival. Are you around Dan? 

Thanks, Phil.

Where and when are you playing tomorrow? I'm in Aberdeen and may try and catch the gig.