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That does sounds like a pretty standard relief setting for a Precision. If you measure your string height from top of 17th fret to bottom of E string what do you get? If it's around 2mm then I think your bass has been set up to Fender standard spec, so you might try raising the strings at the bridge slightly to compensate for your heavy playing style.

I've got nearly exactly the same but in Chrome Red. I had a hell of job to find Chrome Red which is a silvery as opposed to the goldy red of Candy Cola. One was discontinued in favour of the other. Managed it eventually though. You need a BadAss III which will fit for definite - I have one fitted on my Jazz. It's three screw mounting and accomodates through body stringing.

Yup, wire wool works for me, after covering up the pickups to stop the bits sticking to them ;-)

[quote name='Jean-Luc Pickguard' post='143746' date='Feb 20 2008, 03:09 PM']It *looks like* a MIA '62 reissue[/quote] Pinned shafts makes me think USA 62 reissue too. Japanese ones didn't come with the pickup covers I think and if that's the original case then it makes it much more likely.

Another one? Us Peterborough bass players must be in demand! have you tried Adam Milton?

They're at it again - it's 2 x 500w, non bridgeable - in to 4 ohms, so not really 1,000w....!!

[quote name='FJ1200' post='141490' date='Feb 16 2008, 08:48 AM']Right then - things have changed a bit. My bonus that I wasn't expecting has come in so I can raise my sights a bit. Line6 Bass Pod? Korg AXB3000? Boss? Going into town to have a play this morning and an eye test. What's the most versatile? Still may get a B2.1u and something else thought. Haven't decided yet.[/quote] Mate - I have a AX3000B that I can let you have a play with for a few days if you like? I'm not selling it but at the moment I'm not using it either. Can drop it off to you today or tomorrow if you fancy it. Send me a PM and let me know. Cheers Steve

That's great info there 99ster. I have to say, that is one if not THE one bass that I would love to own. Now, fingers crossed for tomorrow's lottery....

I use a piece of plastic cut from the back cover of those flexible A4 document folders. It's a perfect thickness. I cut mine the width of the neck pocket and about 1/4" deep which more or less replicates the size of a Fender factory shim.

If you get one for between £900 and £1000 in excellent condition with case etc then you are doing very well. Things to check for are; Twisted necks - not a common occurence but 4003s have two truss rod adjusters and some people make a right dogs dinner of them. The neck relief SHOULD be zero if it is looked after properly. Bridge pickup cover - people take them off and lose them. Case - Nothing like the original case as it is very sturdy, so don't buy without one. Binding - check that the body binding is all intact, especially at the bottom by the bridge. It can take knocks there and get split. Bridge mutes - make sure these turn well. Vintage Tone Control - as Peter says, newer models have this. A worthy mod to older ones if you like the sound. I'm not sure it affects second hand price though. This one looks great - it's even got the made in USA sticker on the pickguard still. Good luck. Steve

[quote name='johnnylager' post='140371' date='Feb 14 2008, 03:06 PM']Me old Jazz lasted warranty + 1 week, couldn't get a replacement & I got through 2 push-pull pots and a ton of solder trying to replace it, before resorting to the "throw a load of cash at it" remedy! I'll use basschat next time... [/quote] What on earth are you using it as, a hammer? Fair enough if you're going through stuff at that rate! j retro [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showforum=33"]here[/url] and [url="http://www.east-uk.com/"]here[/url]

[quote name='johnnylager' post='140033' date='Feb 14 2008, 07:37 AM']S-1's stick & break - best series/parallel conversion for a Jazz? [url="http://www.guitar-mod.com/rg_prewired.html"]http://www.guitar-mod.com/rg_prewired.html[/url] & scroll down to the JSP. Best mod I ever did. Good luck![/quote] The world's most expensive push pull pot! I've had S1 swtiches on three basses since they came out. None have got stuck or have broken yet.

His interesting drumming style was what made WAS in my opinion. I've seen them since a few times and a lot of the spark has gone as they have a more polished drummer now.

You're right on both counts. When we played with them in the early days Chris used a blonde 4003 through a Ampeg BA500. A year later he switched to to Gibson Thunderbirds through a CL and 410 HLF. I think this is what the album was recorded with. Effects wise he used a US Big Muff and that's it. Shame Michael left.

..and so do you sir.

Chaps - I don't seem to be receiving these at the moment? Are they being sent or it is a problem with my ISP do you think? It's all set correctly in the profile information. Cheers Steve

Peterborough? Never heard of the place - where is it?

Nice Dave!!! Didn't you have one similar a while ago (maybe not soo bright) ?

I use one of Tasty's cast offs for distortion - a Crowther Hotcake Bluesberry XLF, and a Fulltone Bassdrive (at 18v) for my overdrive. Great sounds from both and highly recommended

That's cool Dave, though take no notice of the "you're only a proper bass player if you play with your fingers" brigade. True, it's all useful, but there's no law about it so go with what feels comfortable to you I guess! Steve