Musicman20 Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Grohl is one of my all time grunge/punk heroes. He started off in hardcore bands playing tiny shows and grew into a stunning drummer and songwriter. I like his style on guitar (pure riff, no messing about and doesn't hog the limelight) and his vocals are great. The first Foo's album is amazing, and the second really set them up. I actually think the latest album is one of their best to date. Even though I'm not a fan of the colour or the bridge, that price is tempting! Especially as its finished in nitro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 The Price stunned me a bit to be honest, when I saw Nitro/Roadworn/Badass/Duncans, I thought they'd be £900+ and dismissed the idea. In saying that, at work, we had a 50's classic next to a Roger Waters, and I couldn't figure how on earth the Waters was £30 cheaper? I suspect Fender know they'll do high numbers on these, We'll see, I have 4 on the way to me. Have already taken some deposits on the CS Telecaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icunningham Posted October 3, 2012 Author Share Posted October 3, 2012 i think i have to have it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 Hmm...meh, does nothing for me and i'm a P bass guy - I'd just keep saving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stance Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 How many times can you reinvent the wheel?... Can´t understand the purpose of this sig... Maybe I´m getting to old for this bass sig thing (most of them of questionable taste ....) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulpirie8 Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 [quote name='Meddle' timestamp='1349123116' post='1822219'] ...a successful musician like Nate probably has a sub-highschool education [/quote] IIRC, Nate has a degree in History and Journalism. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flex Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 (edited) [quote name='Stance' timestamp='1349230114' post='1823679'] How many times can you reinvent the wheel?... Can´t understand the purpose of this sig... Maybe I´m getting to old for this bass sig thing (most of them of questionable taste ....) [/quote] It's more a point of a p bass that is set-up how you might like it to be. I am buying it as I like the look and features of it. What's with the wheel reinvention??? it is a p bass??? Edited October 3, 2012 by Flex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stance Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 [quote name='Flex' timestamp='1349259465' post='1823846'] It's more a point of a p bass that is set-up how you might like it to be. I am buying it as I like the look and features of it. What's with the wheel reinvention??? it is a p bass??? [/quote] Please, don´t get me wrong, I think it´s total legit for Fender to sell these type of basses, but for me, since I was never a sig type bassist, I can´t understand all these commercial moves.. But it´s a Fender, beats 90% of the Warwicks out there lol (now I´m in trouble) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 [quote name='Stance' timestamp='1349265538' post='1823943'] But it´s a Fender, beats 90% of the Warwicks out there lol (now I´m in trouble) [/quote] Regarding the low end signature models (Chinese/Korean made or what have you) I'll back you up on this BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basskit_case Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 When is this model being released, would be interested in giving this the once over? Anderton's delivery date keeps slipping, now 10/1/2013! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jezzaboy Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I tried to get a hold of one locally but was informed that the original run was all sold out on pre order and the second batch was due in January. I was in the shop when the guy was speaking to the Fender rep (well, that`s who he said he was talking too.) But as the first batch was due late Oct early Nov, I guess that`s went Pete Tong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenFerguson Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 His bass playing in Sunny Day Real Estate was top notch, I want this bass because of that album (diary), it was recorded on his original bass before the custom shops and Lakland came about and the tone is awesome. I am aware it may not sound all that different to my current P's, but g'damn!!! I love me a P bass. The Foo Fighters are shiting awfull. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damonjames Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I for one am really gassing after one of these. The fact that he has used laklands for some time suggest a bit of a sell out by fender to try and push some units, and I personally rate Nate (hey I made that rhyme!) as a player but I wouldn't have thought he was in line for a signature bass. The reason I want one is I have really small hands, so I have mostly played jazz basses. I got a hold of a mike dirnt sig bass and love the sound but its quite clunky and I struggle a bit with the neck as its a "thick c". The Nate sig is a p bass with some body contour mods and a p bass neck and nut width but with a "slim c" neck profile. All I have to figure out is where I'm going to get the£650 to buy one!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Drop Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 [quote name='StephenFerguson' timestamp='1352380169' post='1862318'] His bass playing in Sunny Day Real Estate was top notch, I want this bass because of that album (diary), it was recorded on his original bass before the custom shops and Lakland came about and the tone is awesome. I am aware it may not sound all that different to my current P's, but g'damn!!! I love me a P bass. The Foo Fighters are shiting awfull. [/quote] Hey, if the Foo shits, wear it. He has said that he recorded every single FF album with that same original Fender. He also said his CS copies sound better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenFerguson Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Fine, but I like the tone he achieves on diary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Drop Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 [quote name='StephenFerguson' timestamp='1353459327' post='1874981'] Fine, but I like the tone he achieves on diary. [/quote] Understood, I agree it's great tone. Just saying that he also used it on the Foo records, the Laklands and CS served as his live basses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMX Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 Hey... Anyone bought one of these yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jezzaboy Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 (edited) I don`t know if they are available yet. Haven`t seen any, it always says coming soon. Edited December 31, 2012 by jezzaboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMX Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 Ah. I saw http://www.gak.co.uk/en/fender-nate-mendel-p-bass-candy-apple-red/75186?gclid=CL3C_4mExbQCFSTLtAodH0sAlA and http://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/bass_guitars_detail.asp?stock=12100116063758&gclid=CI-wlYuExbQCFW_KtAodxwEAJw Just trying to find excuses to click that buy button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nibody Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 Got one on thomann. was tempted for a minute but ended up dropping a deposit on a US FSR P for sale on here (the Wine red one) - looks similair! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMX Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 Aye - they do! That US FSR finish was wonderful though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jezzaboy Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 Thoman has them arriving on the 18th of January, so I would image the UK shops will have them at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted December 31, 2012 Share Posted December 31, 2012 [quote name='Nibody' timestamp='1356976900' post='1915993'] Got one on thomann. was tempted for a minute but ended up dropping a deposit on a US FSR P for sale on here (the Wine red one) - looks similair! [/quote] Am both envious, and relieved about that at the same time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Cloud Posted January 1, 2013 Share Posted January 1, 2013 When I first saw this thread I thought "oh no, not another Fender P bass" - but after seeing it I have to admit it is a really beautiful Precision bass. Love the slight worn look...and the Badass is a really nice touch. I would like one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icunningham Posted January 2, 2013 Author Share Posted January 2, 2013 I'm kinda happy that its not out yet. Just bought a new amp so that has skint me. Although I would like another p bass....... Maybe later this year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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