Linus27 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I was just looking at the Fender website and noticed that it now has a section under Precision bass called classic. In this section is the '50's Precision and the '51 Precision. Am I right in remembering that the '51 Precision was removed from the website and has now been put back in the Fender line up under this new section called Classic or am I wrong and it has always been there? Either way I hope it stays as I do plan to get a '51 some day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 You should check out Clarky's 51 P Bass mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Another thing that makes me think its new is the Butterscotch colour has gone from the options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' timestamp='1320265171' post='1424652'] You should check out Clarky's 51 P Bass mate [/quote] Will do. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Really like these, but ain't buying unless it gets the 54 spec countoured body. If they did that and gave it the "roadworn" treatment, I can't help but feel they'd sell shedloads of them. Or they take that poxy Sting logo off the other one Bass direct had a trans white 54 style, custom shop model, a while back... I'd have killed you all for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 [quote name='Doctor J' timestamp='1320270397' post='1424743'] Bass direct had a trans white 54 style, custom shop model, a while back... I'd have killed you all for it [/quote] That was nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 [quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1320270528' post='1424747'] That was nice. [/quote] and £1500 IIRC, whereas my '53 Relic is £750 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I had a 51 Reissue. Sold, it, missed it so much bought it back, then realised that though it`s a great bass, I never played it much, and was a pointless ornament, so sold it again. Hopefully the current owner plays it more than I did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick's Fine '52 Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 [quote name='Doctor J' timestamp='1320270397' post='1424743'] Really like these, but ain't buying unless it gets the 54 spec countoured body. If they did that and gave it the "roadworn" treatment, I can't help but feel they'd sell shedloads of them. Or they take that poxy Sting logo off the other one Bass direct had a trans white 54 style, custom shop model, a while back... I'd have killed you all for it [/quote] Thats exactly what i wanted, so I assembled my own. Bought a Sting and a '51 reissue bass, swapped necks, sold the one i didnt want, and made this; This is the sting body, with the swapped neck; [attachment=92515:1.jpg] Here's the finished body relic'd' [attachment=92516:2.JPG] New decal over the finish; [attachment=92517:3.JPG] Some pics of the 'fake' checking; [attachment=92518:4.JPG] [attachment=92519:5.JPG] [attachment=92520:6.JPG] And it wouldn't be complete without period correct large string ferrules; [attachment=92521:7.JPG] Looks the part, even on close inspection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 That is superb. Nice one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutton Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Extremely nice bass Rick. However, I preferred it without the relic treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ojplaysbass Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Well thanks for that - set my GAS off a treat.... this is officially on my radar http://www.nashguitars.com/tb_basses.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 [quote name='Rick's Fine '52' timestamp='1320359837' post='1425985'] Thats exactly what i wanted, so I assembled my own. Bought a Sting and a '51 reissue bass, swapped necks, sold the one i didnt want, and made this; This is the sting body, with the swapped neck; [attachment=92515:1.jpg] Here's the finished body relic'd' [attachment=92516:2.JPG] New decal over the finish; [attachment=92517:3.JPG] Some pics of the 'fake' checking; [attachment=92518:4.JPG] [attachment=92519:5.JPG] [attachment=92520:6.JPG] And it wouldn't be complete without period correct large string ferrules; [attachment=92521:7.JPG] Looks the part, even on close inspection. [/quote] I want this bass... Rick...please, hahah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Sam Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Rick, that looks great, I like the swap shop build method. Might give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Burrito Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 I loved mine but it got sidelined when I started playing vintage gear. It was probably the best modern reissue I've owned. Very chunky neck and I know some feel they need the contours you get from '54 onwards but I liked mine. Sold now and someone got an awesome bass. Don't think I'd buy again as my GAS days have been behind me for a while now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 My (ex-Rick) '53 Relic, based on a '51 RI but revamped/refinished/re-spec'd [attachment=92527:$(KGrHqZ,!m!E5e)7o38HBOY+mmw!5Q~~60_3.jpg][attachment=92528:post-2944-0-49054400-1319478411.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted November 4, 2011 Author Share Posted November 4, 2011 I would love to one of these '51 Precisions and have it repainted in Olympic White to match my Precision but coated in Nitro so it gets naturally reliced quickly. Anyone got any ideas how much something like that could cost and know of anywhere that can do this sort of thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 I had a Precision refinished in Arctic White, and nitroed, by TJC Guitars, in Stevenage. This was Aug 2010, and he charged £150 - I think it`s a little more now (about £180), as KiOgon was also enquiring about this a while ago. But, most places charge about £300, so even with travel costs, it`s a good deal. http://www.tjcguitars.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Mike Dirnt sig bass anyone? Love the 50's look of these, just worried about the versatility compared to a standard P....bit too 'punk' if I get a big playing funk or something! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 [quote name='spongebob' timestamp='1320411689' post='1426499'] Mike Dirnt sig bass anyone? Love the 50's look of these, just worried about the versatility compared to a standard P....bit too 'punk' if I get a big playing funk or something! [/quote] The MD should be just as versatile as a standard P due to the split pickup. It's only really the control plate, pickguard and headstock that give it the '50s' look. I like this config and am accumulating some bits and bobs for a project... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted November 4, 2011 Author Share Posted November 4, 2011 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1320409954' post='1426451'] I had a Precision refinished in Arctic White, and nitroed, by TJC Guitars, in Stevenage. This was Aug 2010, and he charged £150 - I think it`s a little more now (about £180), as KiOgon was also enquiring about this a while ago. But, most places charge about £300, so even with travel costs, it`s a good deal. [url="http://www.tjcguitars.com/"]http://www.tjcguitars.com/[/url] [/quote] Thanks Lozz, that sounds great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1320423597' post='1426760'] Got one. Sound feck all like Dirnt. Nothing Punk about it just a good P. Not too far away from one of the Road Worns I got try in tone. I think his "Tone" comes from the amp setting rather than the bass. And no daft Signature anywhere just a wee star on the easily changed neck plate [/quote] Yes, I had one of those, and they are fine basses. The Custom Shop 59 pickup in them is also very good. Agree about the tone thing too - the MD sounds like what it is - a very good Precision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 (edited) My '51 reissue was one of the best basses I have ever owned but I couldn't get on with the lack of contour so that's partly why I had the Warmoth built with the '54 style body - which is now for sale Edited November 6, 2011 by Delberthot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 Woo, if they're back in the line up, i can get my mits on one! I always preferred the 2 colour Sunburst versions. 2 Big Chrome Covers, thumb rest, Flatwounds...And some pickup upgrade! I've got a loan of a Butterschotch 51 for a New Years gig, see how it sounds in the band setting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus27 Posted November 6, 2011 Author Share Posted November 6, 2011 (edited) I contacted my local music shop the other day just to see if it is possible to get these and they think they can but will confirm price and delivery tomorrow. So I will let you know if they are actually available. Edited November 6, 2011 by Linus27 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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