The fasting showman Posted June 19 Posted June 19 (edited) 1980 Fender Precision special, Lake Placid blue. Wired passively due to the active circuit needing a repair. 4.9kg as is typical for this model. I'm sure the circuit would be easy to fix, the bass works very well as is; priced to account for this issue. Great sounding bass, really even over the board without the 6th/7th fret G string dead spot problem. I've played many eras of P basses and this measures up sonically with the best of them. Selling due to it being a lean year for gigs. I can supply gut shots if required but there's no additional routing and due to the painted headstock it's pretty obvious it's not a bitsa. UK sale only, collection only but happy to meet up within reason. Fender fibreglass case ( well used and heavily stickered) included. Original parts included obviously also. I'd consider an EBMM sub ( USA) as a trade to include cash to make up the difference, i could then relist my Fernandes Jazz. Thanks for viewing, Martin Edited June 29 by The fasting showman Typo price drop 9
ash Posted June 19 Posted June 19 This was mine and is a gorgeous bass. Feels manageable with a wide strap even for a glass back like me. GLWTS Martin - this is a great price for a Precision of this era. 1 1
WHUFC BASS Posted June 19 Posted June 19 Oooh someone is gonna get a bargain here. A mate has one in dark red from 83 (I think) and it's probably the best Precision basses I've ever played. Needless to say he'll never part with it. GLWTS 1
three Posted June 20 Posted June 20 There aren’t too many of these around so I’d suspect most haven’t had a chance to try one. I’ve had four (and still have one) and for me, they’re amongst the finest Precisions around. Build quality is usually excellent, with real attention to detail – this was the Dan Smith era. Body contouring is often superb – a return to the dramatic curves found on some earlier Ps. The only downside for me is that they tend to be heavy. This looks like a real bargain despite the compromised circuit. 1
police squad Posted June 20 Posted June 20 4 hours ago, three said: There aren’t too many of these around so I’d suspect most haven’t had a chance to try one. I’ve had four (and still have one) and for me, they’re amongst the finest Precisions around. Build quality is usually excellent, with real attention to detail – this was the Dan Smith era. Body contouring is often superb – a return to the dramatic curves found on some earlier Ps. The only downside for me is that they tend to be heavy. This looks like a real bargain despite the compromised circuit. and I have one of your old ones Utterly superb bass and mine's very light too This blue one is a bargain 1
three Posted June 20 Posted June 20 1 hour ago, police squad said: and I have one of your old ones Utterly superb bass and mine's very light too This blue one is a bargain Hahaha, I couldn’t resist another one. That red one is absolutely stunning – almost like new from what I remember. It’s also a very good weight. My current one is reasonable but some are really chunky. Fantastic basses 1
police squad Posted June 20 Posted June 20 7 minutes ago, three said: Hahaha, I couldn’t resist another one. That red one is absolutely stunning – almost like new from what I remember. It’s also a very good weight. My current one is reasonable but some are really chunky. Fantastic basses it is still almost immaculate. A bit of a case queen these days. I think we did the deal just before/during lockdown 1 2
OliverBass76 Posted June 23 Posted June 23 Hi buddy would you consider a trade for a sterling stingray 2024 in sparkle purple All best Olly 1
The fasting showman Posted June 23 Author Posted June 23 1 hour ago, OliverBass76 said: Hi buddy would you consider a trade for a sterling stingray 2024 in sparkle purple All best Olly Answered in PM. I'd rather sell than trade, thanks for the interest
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