farmer61 Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 So after a rush of buying kit I'm now at a stage where I have all of the basses that I think I've wanted, the only downside of my collection is that none are vintage (if that's an issue). So with a reasonably significant birthday approaching in 18 months time, and the need for some major pressie ideas, what should I looking for? cause I haven't got a clue tbh. I want it to be something that I've been gassing for over a period of time not something that is bought on a whim (normal style) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Budget? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Haven't you answered your question? You clearly have a hankering after a vintage bass. Go for a vintage Fender Precision, they're bl**dy great ... or alternatively a stretch limo, loaded with Cristal and bee-atches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huw Foster Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 [quote name='Clarky' post='735315' date='Feb 4 2010, 05:41 PM']... or alternatively a stretch limo, loaded with Cristal and bee-atches[/quote] Real talk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rayman Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Yeah, a nice old Fender, they really do have a soul other basses don't seem to have. I miss having a '78 Precision I foolishly moved on last year, but strangely an old Jap Squier Precision has filled it's boots admirably, I think I might prefer the Squier, it's fab, and in fact the Sado hasn't been out for a while because of it. If I was in the market for something special, I'd be looking for a [i]nice[/i] vintage Jazz or Precision. I'll be 50 in 5 years time, maybe then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbyrne Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 I suffered from 'lack of GAS' at one time. Don't worry. It doesn't last long. G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer61 Posted February 4, 2010 Author Share Posted February 4, 2010 [quote name='Marvin' post='735302' date='Feb 4 2010, 05:32 PM']Budget?[/quote] £1500, assuming the recession doesn't get me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Then something vintage [u]may[/u] be possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 You have a Musicman Stingray, Fender Precision, Fender Jazz, Rickenbacker 4003, Gibson Thunderbird and a Double Bass... what you lack is a Warwick (or a Zon )! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Or a custom build. Yeah, you know it makes sense. Not an expensive custom thing though, or not. How much does your usual custom build go for these days? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroman Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 How about an old semi acoustic bass? Just a thought, as you have plenty of solid body stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted February 4, 2010 Share Posted February 4, 2010 Lighten that load dude. Gas for small but scary moderm neo wotsit's and a small. lightweight. powerful head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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