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  1. tedmanzie
    [quote name='Bassnut62' timestamp='1399639093' post='2446149'] Ha! Result for you and great choice to put in the Fralin VH pups. At first I thought the US Custom Shops that these 50s RI MIJs were fitted with were fine; but after a while and in comparison to a few other nice guitars I have, I realised that the sound is not as sweet or defined as I would like and also too cool to push an amp properly when required. The Fralins sound incredible and tightly defined; each pup has its own character and is voiced a bit differently and beautifully for its position. Positions 4 and 2 seem to have a much nicer and fuller quack and the pups are just hot enough at 10 to push a suitably-adjusted valve amp into break-up and they roll back to 7-8 for perfect clean tone. I got the optional LFralin base plate fitted under the bridge pup too, which allegedly gives position 1 a little more fullness - it only cost £5, so no brainer! The other thing I had done on mine at same time was to have the bridge tone pot changed to incorporate a push/push switch that brings the neck pup into play on any setting. This means you can get a Tele-type sound of neck and bridge pup combined or even all three pups on at once, tho that sounds a bit weird to me. I think this extra option only cost me about £15 fitted and I am very glad to have done it. [/quote] Thanks for the info, I wondered about the baseplate. They also offer a blender pot which seems a bit like what you're describing: http://www.fralinpickups.com/images/blendschem2.jpg but i can't get my head round how it works...
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    [quote name='Ancient Mariner' timestamp='1399630945' post='2446001'] Nice score. I've a couple of strats: Number 1 which is MIJ I bought in '89 new, still has the original ceramic PUs neck & middle, with a US alnico in the bridge and has a very soft, rounded tone that's very sweet despite the maple neck. Number 2 is a MIM job, and weight about 6 1/2lb like yours. This is much brighter, crisper and sharper-edged (even more so since replacing the original trem with a Wilkinson unit, but it stays in tune) and is where I ran initially the GFS with the non-RWRP pickup, then a set of GFS vintage wind Greybottoms (great pickups BTW). When it comes to strat PUs I much prefer low output (those MIJ singles are wound to around 3.7k ohms!) because they sound sweeter and more transparent to me, while higher output PUs can get a bit nasally. Hope you're really happy with the new guitar and she works well for you. [/quote] Thanks I like the current PUs - they are the originals - so I'm taking a bit of a gamble on the Lindy Fralins which I can get installed next week (I can still change my mind). The guys in the shop were strongly in favour of putting the Fralins in, so I'm taking a bit of a gamble I suppose. Confusingly 'Vintage Hots' seem to be LFs least 'hot' pickup as far as I can tell? http://www.fralinpickups.com/stratstyle.asp As I basically play clean funk I want a strong vintage strat tone, but not nasally piercing.
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    [quote name='Bassnut62' timestamp='1399577950' post='2445619'] I couldn't find the one at Chandlers....maybe you tried it and bought it already! [/quote] Ha! Yes I bought it this afternoon after trying it out for about an hour Actually I went the whole hog and ordered a set of Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot pups which are coming in early next week when it will get a full setup, new strings, etc. Lovely light guitar (6lbs 8oz) 2TSB, soft V neck, just the right amount of wear, the funk was flowing, I couldn't resist. Considering I was thinking of a new USA vintage reissue at the start of this thread I think I should thank you guys for saving me some money??!
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    [quote name='Bassnut62' timestamp='1399379050' post='2443563'] I play same kinda stuff and have similar tone requirements. It took me ages to find a Strat that felt right and did what I wanted. The ones that do it for me are the '90s Japanese '50s reissues; in particular the 54 (two tone tobacco burst with maple neck and single ply white scratch plate). Lovely vintage V neck and v nice hardware, build, wood, etc; but the pups are standard US Custom 50s, which are a bit too weak and undefined for my tastes. I dropped some Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot pups in there and now this guitar sings. I would hold it up against any US Strat now and reckon it would beat many. Hope that helps..... [/quote] I've been doing some browsing on the internet and these MIJ '54 reissues get some very good reviews, I'm trying to track one down to try out. Do you know if they are nitro finish? There is one here, but it's pink not 2TSB so not sure if its a proper '54? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Japan-54-Reissue-Stratocaster-Shell-Pink-/231224554687?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item35d60eb4bf And there is a '50s' reissue here but it seems like it could be the 54, it's not far from here so i could go and see: http://www.chandlerguitars.co.uk/product_Detail.php?ItemID=4382
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    [quote name='Ancient Mariner' timestamp='1399484137' post='2444712'] Poly finish does wear - you just need to drop the guitar harder. So vintage nut, trem and real single coils. Something worth looking for is a set of PUs without RWRP middle - I had a set from GFS for a while, and the clean tone with the pickups combined in either position was wonderful. [/quote] I did wonder about putting new pickups in it but its such a guessing game...?! That's an interesting idea though, (all PUs with same wiring). Was that ever a standard issue on strats? I'm not a massive fan on the in-between 'quacky' positions. I actually re-jigged my pickups so i could select the bridge+neck like you can on a Tele, and it's my favourite position.
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    You are having tendon problems so sell the 'difficult to play bass'. Keeping it is only going to make the problem worse. You have said enough about the head/cab to make it clear that this needs sold too. Keep the practice amp,[i] don't buy anything else.[/i]
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    interesting, thanks
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    Good point. Some features of my Strat have always bugged me - the roller nut, the 'modern' lace sensor pickups, the poly finish that never wears! But it has a great neck, and plays very nicely. I play basic funk, usually very clean, a touch of overdrive sometimes - so a 'back to basics' strat appeals to me.
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    I think they come fitted with a 5 way but with a 3 way included if you want to wire them up as they were originally. I's better get my grubby little hands on those different profile necks then, see what they feel like....
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    I'm thinking about selling my well loved old Strat Plus (1986 Maple / 3TSB) and upgrading to one of the AVRI Strats. Have any of you played or owned one of these? I quite fancy the current '59 model with the rosewood board but I need to get down to Guitar Village and try a few out! Would like to hear a few opinions on these, they get very good reviews. I'm not really clear on the differences between the current models - 56, 59, 64...
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    I bought a pedal from Gwilym in a friendly, quick and easy deal
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    Bump ProAc Studio 100s - £900 ATC amp - £1200 ONO
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    Blimey, Korg are really going for real analogue aren't they? Good to see
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    [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1397904084' post='2428412'] Plus 1. Poor execution of what could have been great. [/quote] yes I must admit i'm only really interested in the P body + J neck option. seems more interesting for guitar players - more necks to choose from + various pickups
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    Great idea Unfortunately they only ship within USA http://www.fender.com/american-design/faq/
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    PM'd
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    kris bought my much loved medium scale Squier Precision, glad it's gone to a good home very good transaction, thanks ted
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    loz bought my JV Squire, very nice chap to deal with and excellent transaction all round. thanks ted
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    I'm gutted to see it go but it is sold...
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    [quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1396045527' post='2409513'] Very cool bass, slab board too! [/quote] Thanks, it certainly is a lovely thing.
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    Fender Squier Japan 1984 A-Series 32" Precision (PB-331) Very rare 32" scale Japanese Squier P bass, made in the early days (84). This is 'roadworn' - the paintwork is fairly marked, bashed, cracked in places, however the neck and frets are in great playing condition. The not very good original pickups have been replaced with excellent Fender Originals: [url="http://www.gak.co.uk/en/fender-original-precision-bass-pickup-set/40600?gclid=CJ2OusuOtr0CFa-WtAod_U0AfQ"]http://www.gak.co.uk...CFa-WtAod_U0AfQ[/url] The pots, jack and Capacitor were replaced with these top drawer CTS stuff and orange cap from here: [url="http://www.wdmusic.co.uk/precision-bass-wiring-kit-6618-p.asp"]http://www.wdmusic.c...-kit-6618-p.asp[/url] All installed at Charlie Chandlers Guitar Experience, Hampton. Strung with Medium scale TI Flats. The bass is really great to play and sounds superb. The neck is much like a jazz neck with a thinner nut (38mm) with tighter string spacing than a 34" Precision. The frets are low and fairly wide. It plays extremely well all up the neck. The truss rod works properly and the neck is set almost dead flat, with a low action. Weight I around 7lbs but I'll need to confirm if you want an accurate measurement. Please feel free to ask for high res pics, and any other questions. Because these are rare and excellent basses I have suggested a price of £400 + post, which is what I paid for it prior to replacing the electronics. Make me an offer if you think it is worth less. I am happy for you to come and play it (Kingston, SW London). No case but will be excellently packaged (check my feedback). No trades thanks.
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    To attach pics go 'edit post', bottom left is 'attach files' - you select your image(s), then press 'attach this file. you need pics in the post to sell it really, it generates more interest
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    [b]Back on for £575 [/b] 31 year old all original JV in truly excellent condition.
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    bump boing, bump bump boing
  25. tedmanzie
    Nice one. I was going to suggest swapping bridge and middle (see post #3) instead of neck and middle but seems like you've sorted it.
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