NancyJohnson Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 For anyone who has bought a pre-relic'd bass (doesn't matter who made it), are you careful with it/precious about treating it as if the finish is pristine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 (edited) In a word, no. That's the attraction for me - it's already comfy like an old pair of slippers and you don't have to worry about it. Edited January 28, 2016 by discreet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 I've not owned a relic but I would imagine I wouldn't be that concerned about it gaining any extra superficial damage... I'd make sure all the important bits were kept clean and in working order, but what's a few extra dents and scrapes, if it's already covered in dings. I do wonder though (and I'm sure someone here will know) when Fender (for example) release a relic bass, is every instance of that bass the same? Do they have identical wear patterns and dings? If not surely that would add a whole other dimension to deciding which one you wanted, to get the one with just the right amount of wear for your taste? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 Do you mean an artificially reliced instrument or a naturally road worn example? I've only had the natural variety and I still treat them in exactly the same caring fashion as I would a brand new unblemished example. Having said that, I guess it wouldn't be so upsetting if one of my already worn models did pick up some new marks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 Look at the roadworns - pretty much identical Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 I had a RW J for a bit, and during one gig the headstock brushed the edge of a bit of the drum kit making a small mark (I was aiming for the singer of course). I was instanteously annoyed with myself and then realised that it was probably the only legitimate mark on the bass so felt much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 (edited) [quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1453968288' post='2964677'] I do wonder though (and I'm sure someone here will know) when Fender (for example) release a relic bass, is every instance of that bass the same? Do they have identical wear patterns and dings? [/quote] As Fenders are mass-produced I'm fairly sure the relic work will have been machined. To do each one individually by hand would be prohibitively expensive. Custom Shop may be different, I don't know. Edited January 28, 2016 by discreet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1453969962' post='2964697'] As Fenders are mass-produced I'm fairly sure the relic work will have been machined. To do each one individually by hand would be prohibitively expensive. Custom Shop may be different, I don't know. [/quote] Yes I suspected as much... it must be quite hard to consistently relic a finish across hundreds of basses though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 Cnc I'm getting my bass reliced soon - in a nitro finish I won't give a damn if it gets knocked or scratched or bumped Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LayDownThaFunk Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 Reliced bass for sale in mint condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaytonaRik Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 (edited) Not at all - I'm probably not as fussy/precious about it as other 'better condition' used basses I've owned, even though I bought the relic'd one new tbh! New dints/dings/dents will sit comfortably with the 'old' ones! Edited January 28, 2016 by DaytonaRik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameltoe Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 I remember putting a ding into an otherwise mint American Standard Precision and being so annoyed with myself I punched myself in the face. At the 2nd or 3rd gig with my at-the-time-new Road Worn Precision, the singer knocked over my stand and the bass fell face-first onto the floor. I laughed. Half the appeal for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twincam Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 That part of buying a pre reliced bass (not having too worry) really appeals too me. Apart from any of the models that are reliced the same. I do wonder what these basses will look like in 30 years down the road surely they will look much older than they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 [quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1454023052' post='2965663'] I do wonder what these basses will look like in 30 years down the road... [/quote] I'm a lot more bothered about what I'll look like 30 years down the road - that is if I look like anything at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted January 28, 2016 Share Posted January 28, 2016 [quote name='cameltoe' timestamp='1454022323' post='2965656'] I remember putting a ding into an otherwise mint American Standard Precision and being so annoyed with myself I punched myself in the face. At the 2nd or 3rd gig with my at-the-time-new Road Worn Precision, the singer knocked over my stand and the bass fell face-first onto the floor. I laughed. Half the appeal for me! [/quote] I've had one or two basses I've not played enough and sold precisely cos they were too "pristine". I used to ride around on a push bike with my Fender logo Squier JV on my back until Ricksfine53 pointed out it's value and rarity and politely asked me not to! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 No idea what marks are on my Nate Mendel are mine or Fenders... Works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I have a pre-relic'd guitar, and a naturally aged bass. I look after them - they travel in a case or gig bag, they sit on a stand on stage - but I am not precious about an extra scratch or bump if it happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambient Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 [quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1453968288' post='2964677'] I've not owned a relic but I would imagine I wouldn't be that concerned about it gaining any extra superficial damage... I'd make sure all the important bits were kept clean and in working order, but what's a few extra dents and scrapes, if it's already covered in dings. I do wonder though (and I'm sure someone here will know) when Fender (for example) release a relic bass, is every instance of that bass the same? Do they have identical wear patterns and dings? If not surely that would add a whole other dimension to deciding which one you wanted, to get the one with just the right amount of wear for your taste? [/quote] I think the Pino P ones are all identical to Pino's. I wonder though if they have to keep updating the dents and scratches ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiltmilk_2000 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 (edited) I have a few relics and feel differently about each... 75 p bass... Given to me by a musical legend that I take great care of (the bass not the musical legend, although he is getting on!) 75 jazz heavy relic that I am not even slightly bothered if I ding... Custom shop 61 that the certificate says relic but has only 2 small chips and loads of sexy nitro checking... I'd be gutted if I damaged it! Limelight relic (fake!) that I even let my 3 year old play around with. It's a great bass but a few dings won't make the slightest difference. For me it's about the emotional attachment of a particular instrument that makes it more precious. Edited January 29, 2016 by spiltmilk_2000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4StringPete Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 A mate of mine with a music shop made this great point. If you buy a Pino, Jaco Relic'd replica, and take a chunk out of it. Is it still a replica? A really pedantic buyer could say thatit's not an accurate replica. Interesting subject, I recently bought a 2003 American Jazz Bass, heavily road worn by the original owner. Not relic'd, just heavy wear from heavy use. I paid £450 for it, people were put off by the appearance. It had recently had a pro set up, new strings, and is a serious player. But folk will pay top doller for a Mex Fender (no disrespect, but they are a cheaper bass) that has been factory aged. Bizarre Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martthebass Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I think my limelight heavy relic Jazz hit a cymbal at last Saturday's gig.....looked at the bass at the end of the set and couldn't tell. That's the appeal for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlungerModerno Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 [quote name='4StringPete' timestamp='1454090338' post='2966407'] A mate of mine with a music shop made this great point. If you buy a Pino, Jaco Relic'd replica, and take a chunk out of it. Is it still a replica? A really pedantic buyer could say thatit's not an accurate replica. Interesting subject, I recently bought a 2003 American Jazz Bass, heavily road worn by the original owner. Not relic'd, just heavy wear from heavy use. I paid £450 for it, people were put off by the appearance. It had recently had a pro set up, new strings, and is a serious player. But folk will pay top doller for a Mex Fender (no disrespect, but they are a cheaper bass) that has been factory aged. Bizarre [/quote] It is bizarre. Once the frets have life, the electrics work, it can be setup well, and the other basics are covered (no splinters coming off the neck for example) - it's good to go. Would most people prefer a pristine example? of course, but it should keep most of the value after moderate use - Just like your USA Jazz, with heavy wear it's worth a little less (just like a refinish IMO). BassDirect.co.uk seem to have a sensible approach: [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Mike_Lull_JP_4_Quilt.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Mike_Lull_JP_4_Quilt.html[/url] Note the selling point:[i] "new in June 2014 and is presented in immaculate condition with no marks, dings or missing finish".[/i] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I`ve just bought a 2012 US Fender Jazz with a couple of minor dings on it. Not fussed at all, bass plays and sounds like a dream. That said, it will still be treated with the same care as my pristine 2015 US Fender Precision. The condition of a bass doesn`t change the manner in which I treat it, this would be the same for a fake reliced bass such as a Road Worn or Limelight if I had one. I`m not precious about my basses, but I`m not careless with them either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I am totally careless with mine - I have small children who help with this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synthaside Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 (edited) I'm considering getting a limelight made , I want a 1975 RI Jazz ,in natural with black binding and blocks and maple neck. However the kicker is im wondering if i can ask for it to be mint ... >.< ... funny old world, im annoyed because i missed out on buying the avri he had up for £675 . Edited January 29, 2016 by synthaside Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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