Telebass

[quote name='artisan' timestamp='1325866161' post='1489097'] yawn,as RhysP said earlier "same old sh*te" [/quote] That's as maybe, but without this same old sh*te, there wouldn't be any other old sh*te, now would there?

Right, here goes: First off, I have to say how impressed I am with the feel and playability, right out of the box. Quality is pretty good, although there is a slight gap in the treble side of the neck pocket. I had to do some nut work to accomodate the humongous B of a set of JF345 Jazz Flats, but that's hardly the fault of the bass! It was quite awkward getting the string mounted at the bridge end, too. However, it's not like they're going to need changing every 10 minutes... Took it to a rehearsal (still with the original rounds on), and all were pleased with what it could do, so basically a big hit all round. I nearly swapped my 51RI for a 424, I was so impressed, but the 51 stays, even if it only ever hangs on the wall. I may yet get a 424, however! I also invested in a decent case, a Hiscox STD-EBS Liteflite Here's some pics. In the case: [attachment=96651:DSC00017.JPG] That HUGE B string [attachment=96652:DSC00018.JPG] Neck pocket gap [attachment=96653:DSC00019.JPG] Final verdict? Love it! Den

Got this yesterday, online purchase from GAK after not being able to source one locally. I was after a relatively inexpensive 5er, preferably with Fender on the headstock, but I had tried one of these a few months back, in Trgao Mills of all places, and was quite impressed. Build quality is very good. Sounds are even better! Needs some flats, though, and a set of JF345s is on its way from Thomann (none in the UK anywhere..). Trying it out properly at rehearsal tonight, will post some more, with pics, over the next day or two! Den EDIT: A basic pic to show what I'm on about: [url="http://www.alangregory.co.uk/music/Yamaha_BB425VW_Vintage_White_Electric_Bass_Guitar.html"]http://www.alangrego...ass_Guitar.html[/url]

Another vote for TI Jazz Flats. Don't use anything else now. They are not cheap, but if you like them, you'll be playing them for years if you look after them.

[quote name='gareth' timestamp='1324932304' post='1478627'] you have got possibly one of the worst p basses available bit like a martian visiting earth and judging its food on the basis of a big mac do yourself a favour and try say a MIJ/CIJ p bass or a classic series MIM - basically anything other than bog standard MIM's [/quote] Nowt wrong with MIM Ps. Mines comfortably done 400 gigs, and has one of the best necks I've ever played on ANY bass.... Also bought new from GAK, sight unseen.

Tried the 425. Loved it. Ordering one next week!