wahit Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Hello everyone! I need some input here regarding the P-Bass. One of my favourite bass sounds is from the P-Bass, specially that one from the 60-70s. Old school funk/rock sound, yet I never had a Precision Bass. More stupid, I never played one. I never found a good American P on music store in my city. I have a mid-90s Fender 51 Reissue Precision bass (japanese, slab body, single coil). It sounds pretty good, but how different is it from the more modern Fender Precision basses with split-coils, etc? Since I can't try an American Precision, how un-wise would it be to just order one online? I also have a MusicMan Stingray Classic 2EQ bass. Also with a killer sound. Would I really "need" a Precision, or are we talking about two completely different sounding basses? Regarding the P sounds I dig, think about Paul Jackson (Headhunters days), Paul Simonon, Kool, etc... Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
police squad Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 I think the split pickup gives a little more bite to the sound. And it's a bit thicker. I have both and love both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 [quote name='wahit' timestamp='1409245799' post='2537952'] Since I can't try an American Precision, how un-wise would it be to just order one online? [/quote] Not unwise if you buy it from Thomann - if you don't like the item [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/faq_question_how_does_the_money_back_guarantee_work.html"]they'll take it back[/url] and refund your money less shipping. Check the Portuguese version of their site for full details and any local conditions which may apply Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBass Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 You cannot go wrong with a Precision bass. The pre 57 Tele style is a tad thinner sounding and more pronounced in the higher mids and treble frequencies. The 60s tone split coils are, in my opinion, more rounded with less high mids and more bass-low mids, it'll give a Jamerson tone when equipped with Flats and EQ'd as such. The new post 2012 American standards are fantastic, they have the custom shop pickups and are very similar to the 60s vibe, the Quality Control is also very good currently! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wahit Posted August 28, 2014 Author Share Posted August 28, 2014 Thanks for the input. I know that is comparing apples to oranges, but if you had the chance to have only one bass what would it be: the Precision or the Stingray? I have way too many instruments right now, and I just want to keep one of each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 [quote name='JamesBass' timestamp='1409247340' post='2537970'] You cannot go wrong with a Precision bass. [/quote] Maybe not, but you can go more right, depending upon your tastes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 [quote name='wahit' timestamp='1409248211' post='2537983'] Thanks for the input. I know that is comparing apples to oranges, but if you had the chance to have only one bass what would it be: the Precision or the Stingray? I have way too many instruments right now, and I just want to keep one of each [/quote] Precision. It can fit in with most genres of music with little effort. I`m sure Stingrays can too, but my experience of them is they sound good in anyones hands except my own, hence me choosing the Precision, which I both love, and can make sound good (I think/hope). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSiberian Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I personally don't like them comfort wise but if I remember well Leo Fender was not quite happy with the Precision and updated the concept to the Music Man Stingray. However on both basses it was done and still is tons of great music and tastefull bass playing, so I believe that Leo hit the Jackpot in both cases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameltoe Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 [quote name='TheSiberian' timestamp='1409317324' post='2538591'] I personally don't like them comfort wise but if I remember well Leo Fender was not quite happy with the Precision and updated the concept to the Music Man Stingray. [/quote] ....then updated to the G&L L2K! I would say it depends whether you want to sit in the mix, or cut through the mix. I personally want my bass to naturally couple with the bass drum. Not everyone does! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSiberian Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 [quote name='cameltoe' timestamp='1410979201' post='2555315'] ....then updated to the G&L L2K! I would say it depends whether you want to sit in the mix, or cut through the mix. I personally want my bass to naturally couple with the bass drum. Not everyone does! [/quote] If I can see an update from the Precision to Stingray, I can't say the same for the G&L who is a rather modern standard Fender without any signifiant inovation. I see hardly the G&L being a colectible in the next years...but who knows? Best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 [quote name='TheSiberian' timestamp='1410987573' post='2555438'] If I can see an update from the Precision to Stingray, I can't say the same for the G&L who is a rather modern standard Fender [b]without any signifiant inovation.[/b] I see hardly the G&L being a colectible in the next years...but who knows? Best [/quote] I think that's a harsh assessment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSiberian Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 (edited) [quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1410989671' post='2555476'] I think that's a harsh assessment. [/quote] Sorry, never wanted to offend any... bass... but looking at the G&L number of threads vs Precision/ Stingray you will understand better what I mean. The Love factor is completly different. Inovation wise...Fender/MusicMan already had the lion's part. Best Edited September 18, 2014 by TheSiberian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 I can't see how you'd regret buying a new P bass. I have a P a Ray and a 51 ri, they all sound different in good ways. It's nice to be able to choose a sound to suit your mood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Why buy a new P bass when there are always good ones being offered 2nd hand on here Personally I both stingrays and P basses, but whist the tone does vary, I doubt there would be many situations where either or would be a bad choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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