Mrbigstuff

Whether true or not, AB has described having rock star names purchase his instruments and when I was once in NKRV they said half their basses had been sent to fleas hotel for him to take a look. You only need to look at Geddy Lee’s collection to know how capable someone of his ilk is at buying up the vintage market. I reckon a large majority that go to AB will know already that they want a vintage instrument. The harder choice is which child to swap.

We all had the chance to bid on it… One thing is for sure, there’s room for a haggle! I’d be willing to pay more 1 because he’s certified it and 2 I could try it before committing to purchase. Just not £10k more.

I forgot what a vintage collection Rick’s Fine 52 had.

There’s a pre cbs fender topic for that

Battle of the 50s p basses between bass bro’s and Andy Baxter. I tend to prefer the originality of the one at Mr Baxter but the neck mod and refinish in the bass bro’s one is real nice and a relatively accessible (for some) price at £5k

Hell no 😂

First thing that came to mind was an epiphone Thunderbird, but actually I regret always trying to “trade up” to better basses. Looking back with what I know now, some of those basses I traded were far better for gigging with than the high end boutique gear I ended up with and subsequently sold.

Overrated: 80s Tokai Jazz bass, Squier JV, Fullerton Fender 80s vintage reissues underrated: Sire basses. Seriously, how has not everyone got one of these in their Arsenal? Loved my series 1 v7 and love the V5 even more! Sensational basses

As a collectors item it would likely do well due to the originality. But to be played I think the neck would need refinishing because there appear to be quite a lot of scars, which would in turn decrease the value.

I know I would rather have Jeff’s ability than my own!

It sounds like your debate was less about theory but more about what makes a good bass player, which is impossible for anyone to conclude. As a teacher he would obviously push that you need some learning because that’s his career. He gets a lovely sound out of those Cort basses so they can’t be bad.

How original is original music? I always had a snobbish attitude to cover bands when I was actively playing, but it was to my own detriment as I missed out on some decent gigs as a result.

No idea. But as someone who isn’t handy with such things (sounds like the OP isn’t either) this is the best option and was previously a similar price to the Fender road worn

Order a Limelight bass

Very jealous! I’d love to own an original shape five one day

Busy practicing what? We can all hit things…. 👀

What’s the shop? I only really get on with the B width necks but would love to have a good Pre CBS handy

Would still be better than a Carling in a plastic cup 🤪

I pay the extra just so we have a bass specialist still in existence. It means there is more choice and a higher chance of better quality gear to try. Worth it to me for a couple of quid. Same reason I’d rather spend £4/5 on a decent pint in the local than £2 for a Carling in Wetherspoons.

Top gent! Very patient and quick with comms. Will happily sell to/ buy from Shaggy again.

I’ve taught kids at that age for a music school and it was absolutely fine. I’d start her off with Scott’s bass lessons and see how she finds it. It’s really hard to find a good teacher and it could be the difference between enjoying it and giving it up.