Woodinblack Posted April 21, 2019 Posted April 21, 2019 Probably a long shot this. I have a 70s Classic Vibe Squier P bass, the black one with the blocks. Original condition (I have the metal somewhere, took it off the first day).Ā Lovely neck on it (to look at)Ā great thing, problem is I can't play P basses, necks too big, uncomfortable shape. However, this P bass was bought for me by my mum so not selling it. Swapping it would be ok. So does anyone have a 70s Classic Vibe Jazz in black? Or I suppose a fender jazz, also in black. Not interested in going down the squier range below classic vibe. Ā
hooky_lowdown Posted April 21, 2019 Posted April 21, 2019 Some of the VM range is every bit as good as the CV's. Some VMs sound and play better than CVs and visa-versa.Ā
Woodinblack Posted April 21, 2019 Author Posted April 21, 2019 I am sure that may be true, but I had a VM Jazz before and it wasn't as good as the CV P. But then this CV P i picked over a mexican P fender, so maybe I just got lucky with this one. Obviously the other option is finding a neck but I think that is even less likely
Al Krow Posted April 21, 2019 Posted April 21, 2019 15 minutes ago, Woodinblack said: I am sure that may be true, but I had a VM Jazz before and it wasn't as good as the CV P. But then this CV P i picked over a mexican P fender, so maybe I just got lucky with this one. Obviously the other option is finding a neck but I think that is even less likely Would you consider getting the neck (professionally?) 'trimmed' to give it more of a Jazz neck feel?Ā 1
Marc S Posted April 21, 2019 Posted April 21, 2019 54 minutes ago, Al Krow said: Would you consider getting the neck (professionally?) 'trimmed' to give it more of a Jazz neck feel?Ā This is a good suggestion by Al Krow. I once had a Fender P that had had the neck slightly trimmed down, by the previous owners luthier - it was a great job, and the neck felt lovely. Might be a good way to hang onto a present from your Mam.Ā
Woodinblack Posted April 21, 2019 Author Posted April 21, 2019 I must admit I hadn't thought of it, seems quite a lot of work on a common neck. I think if I can find a yellowed jazz neck it might be a good option.
Deedee Posted April 22, 2019 Posted April 22, 2019 5 hours ago, Woodinblack said: I am sure that may be true, but I had a VM Jazz before and it wasn't as good as the CV P. +1 to this. The VMsĀ are good basses but the CVs are a good level aboveĀ imho. 1
Basscabman Posted April 23, 2019 Posted April 23, 2019 Not in all cases. I have a Squier 77 VM amber Jazz and It plays and sounds superb. A lot better than my MIM jazz and CV jazz. Some are gems but I guess that's the luck of the draw.Ā
dave_bass5 Posted April 26, 2019 Posted April 26, 2019 I had a VM PJ and never clicked with it. Compared to my CVP and CV Jazz it sounded like something was missing from the tone. I changed the pups to a set off EMG Geezers and still it felt lacking. Not sure why. Also the frets on the PJ werenāt as nice as the smaller CV frets. I dont think the newer CVās use these smaller frets, but i love them and is the reason Iād never part with myĀ necks.Ā I have a feeling the OP will need to buy a neck rather than get a swap.Ā Sorry, have a bump anyway.Ā Ā 2
Woodinblack Posted April 26, 2019 Author Posted April 26, 2019 Maybe might just try one of the Js in a shop somewhere and see what they are like, it could be they aren't the same.
Duroc17 Posted May 16, 2019 Posted May 16, 2019 (edited) Hi there I have Squire VM Tele bass from 2007ish if that might be of interest - i've just had luthier work on frets, put new machine headsĀ on, deep clean of pots and electronics etc - got small frets nd smaller nut width than CV 40.5mm and weighs 8lbs Edited May 16, 2019 by Duroc17
Woodinblack Posted May 16, 2019 Author Posted May 16, 2019 Thanks for the offer, sounds great but not a fan of the tele or its bass version!
Duroc17 Posted May 17, 2019 Posted May 17, 2019 17 hours ago, Woodinblack said: Thanks for the offer, sounds great but not a fan of the tele or its bass version! No worries - hope you find the jazz you're looking for
stewblack Posted May 17, 2019 Posted May 17, 2019 I have a semi acoustic my dad bought me. It looks awesome but sounds dull and hangs horribly.Ā I can't part with it. I know I'd feel awful. I've considered moving it on like you are. Like you my option is a major operation. I've not been keen but I know I won't play it until I do it so I'd better bite that bullet.Ā
Woodinblack Posted November 10, 2019 Author Posted November 10, 2019 Well, I didn't trade it in the end so I have bought a jazz and put it up for sale here: Ā Ā
Lozz196 Posted November 10, 2019 Posted November 10, 2019 On 23/04/2019 at 03:08, Basscabman said: Not in all cases. I have a Squier 77 VM amber Jazz and It plays and sounds superb. A lot better than my MIM jazz and CV jazz. Some are gems but I guess that's the luck of the draw.Ā Agree, Iāve a VM77 in black and itās - for me - the nicest Jazz Iāve ever played, and to substantiate thisĀ Iāve owned US Standards & Deluxes to name a couple but the VM for me is the best. 1
Woodinblack Posted November 10, 2019 Author Posted November 10, 2019 I gigged the aerodyne Jazz last night (odd as I don't normally play 4 strings). Everyone commented on how nice it looked but it seemed to lack something. Just played it back to back with the CV P, and it is really, the P has the clarity and depth the jazz is lacking. I am hoping some new strings fix this, otherwise its pickup time!
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