Evil Undead Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 (edited) *willing to trade for a Markbass Traveler 102P* I am trying to be all grown up and sensible, and in doing so I realise I only [i]need [/i]one bass. (I want more, but ya know...)As I don't seem to be able to sell my beloved Warwick, I guess this one is the one to go. I bought it brand new for £380 only about six weeks ago, and it's really beautiful. It has the colours/wood combo I've always wanted in a P bass - vintage white, black pickguard, vintage tinted maple neck with a lovely 70's style gloss finish. I chose it over a 60th Anniversary MIA Precision, because in all honesty it played better and sounded nicer, to me anyway. This bass is on sale new in the UK - cheapest I've found it online is £369. The black one retails a bit lower at £346, but this one is way nicer Would come with a fitted hard case worth £50. Also, I've fitted Dunlop dual function straplocks (cost £16) but I'll need to hang on to the bits that stay on the strap, as I need them for my other bass haha! But they're just the standard Dunlop ones, so if anyone else uses them on another bass... multi-tasking! Finally I'll also include the pickup and bridge cover - bought these at the same time, for £34 total - the bridge cover is specifically made to fit nicely over the hi-mass bridge. So, £480 worth of new stuff for [s]£370[/s] £350? If you're interested in the bass only without the extras, I'd take [s]£300[/s] £280 Would be collection from Gloucester. Edited August 25, 2011 by Evil Undead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 wow, i cant believe one of these have come up so quickly. Ive been contemplating getting one since they were announced, they look fantastic. This isnt the one for me right now but good luck with the sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 I have one of these in black. Awesome awesome bass, and I don't use that word lightly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 [quote name='Evil Undead' post='1317992' date='Jul 27 2011, 09:59 AM']I know... Damn me and my common sense. I really am reluctant to let it go as it's such a fantastic bass. Hence being a feeler to gauge interest [/quote] Common sense is just as bad as GAS, but in reverse lol. If it wasn't for the fact that im still not 100% with a P neck, so i have my CV Jazz neck on my P i would have this but i need to put more time in with mine before buying a new P bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhkr Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Hi, can anyone tell me what the neck profile is like on the Freeman please? I've played a classic vibe 60's p which is supposed to be a similar bass, but not sure if the neck is. Ta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 [quote name='danhkr' post='1319100' date='Jul 28 2011, 10:39 AM']Hi, can anyone tell me what the neck profile is like on the Freeman please?[/quote] It's a not overly thin or thick "C" shape. Very comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 (edited) MB1. Matt Freeman The Bassist from Rancid (for our older viewers!) BUMP! Edited July 29, 2011 by MB1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanark Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 I don't want to derail the thread, but can I ask where you got the bridge cover to fit over the hi-mass bridge? I'd quite like covers for my CV Jazz, but I've found none that fits over the large bridge they've used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted July 31, 2011 Author Share Posted July 31, 2011 (edited) [quote name='lanark' post='1322565' date='Jul 31 2011, 10:16 PM']I don't want to derail the thread, but can I ask where you got the bridge cover to fit over the hi-mass bridge? I'd quite like covers for my CV Jazz, but I've found none that fits over the large bridge they've used.[/quote] On here - [url="http://guitarpartsresource.com/bhardware_ashtrays.htm"]http://guitarpartsresource.com/bhardware_ashtrays.htm[/url] Part number 007-7335-000, bottom right Edited August 2, 2011 by Evil Undead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanark Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 [quote name='Evil Undead' post='1322616' date='Jul 31 2011, 11:04 PM']On here - [url="http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f126/fs-warwick-corvette-%24%24-custom-shop-5-ocean-blue-flame-top-hand-made-germany-793162/#post11265506"]http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f126/fs-warw...2/#post11265506[/url] Part number 007-7335-000, bottom right [/quote] I think you put the wrong link up there Unless I'm missing something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevieD_FenderP2009 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Can you post a couple of pictures please mate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 (edited) Just to reiterate, these really are very good basses. Don't let the fact it's a Squier put you off, mine is a perfect weight and balance, absolutely sings, and is really well put together. At this price what's not to like? Edited August 4, 2011 by walbassist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 [quote name='walbassist' post='1326647' date='Aug 4 2011, 11:21 AM']Just to reiterate, these really are very good basses. Don't let the fact it's a Squier put you off, mine is a perfect weight and balance, absolutely sings, is really well put together. At this price what's not to like?[/quote] Its a lovely bass. While not as flash as some higher end basses these (based on my CV's) are good solid workable basses. Having owned 3 Lakland Duck Dunn's in the past my CV P is every bit as playable, has no build defects and sounds like a P bass. Why pay more? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 Damn it! Soooooooooooooo tempted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer61 Posted August 11, 2011 Share Posted August 11, 2011 Have you fitted the p/u and bridge covers, the bottom piture doesn't show any screw holes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted August 11, 2011 Author Share Posted August 11, 2011 Nope, been using blue tack. Works great and doesn't leave any damage to the finish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted August 18, 2011 Author Share Posted August 18, 2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raulduke Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 [quote name='Evil Undead' post='1346648' date='Aug 20 2011, 07:38 PM']Bump for added trade option and price drop - saving almost £100 off the new price for a mint condition bass! I've also added some more photos that I've taken of this bass - some in the OP and some just above here.[/quote] Would be interested in this if you can ship it (I live in doncaster). PM me mate if you are interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubinga5 Posted August 20, 2011 Share Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) .. ive never seen a made in china label on a Fender..?? Edited August 20, 2011 by bubinga5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Undead Posted August 20, 2011 Author Share Posted August 20, 2011 [quote name='bubinga5' post='1346813' date='Aug 20 2011, 11:32 PM'].. ive never seen a made in china label on a Fender..??[/quote] I believe Squier instruments have been made in China for a few years. Never seen a Fender made there though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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