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I had one in my SC Harlot and, yes, they can be a nightmare to master (not saying that I did). I fiddled with it till I found a tone that I liked then left it alone. You're absolutely right about "best neck" - love the asymmetric design Alan uses... Definitely persist with it...

Speed of Life - David Bowie

Mini - Corduroy (I was listening to it earlier)

I prefer 35s but as @JohnR says it is harder to get the ones I want. Not a fan of Rotosounds. You can still get 35-95s from Status for around £15, and you can get the same gauge from Alice (Chinese) on eBay. Inexpensive rather than cheap - they do last, keeping their tone and feel.

Hold on tight - ELO

I'd like one in white - for not too much.

RIM basses.

I like it....

Time (Clock of the heart) - Culture Club

Are you sure??? I can think of many words but "Patiently" would not be on the list...

RIM?

Dancin in the Dark - Bruce Springsteen

I believe I can fly - R.Kelly

Thanks...

I have a Sire V3 and a MM Sterling SUB - both within your budget - no reservations about recommending either. There are going to be loads which do the job within your budget - I'd look to see what you can borrow short term or try till the shops open.

Don't be surprised if you see "Peavey" misspelt on the headstock....(Pervey)

Lambeth Walk - good ole Cockney Classic

I've just checked - there is no dedicated "Budget basses" threads.

Hey @Helen S Not sure of your budget but there are many good basses in the £200-300 range - so much so that he won't NEED to upgrade but will eventually WANT to. There are numerous threads here about budget basses - held in esteem include Sire, Musicman Sterling, Yamaha, Spector and Squier. I've owned one or more of each brand and not been disappointed, selling only because of that eternal search for the "perfect tone" - which probably doesn't exist anywhere other than between my ears. Unfortunately, if your son joins this forum you won't be able to block the Marketplace options so he will inevitably contract GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) like the rest of us older kids.

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