police squad

[quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1427191704' post='2726850'] Irrespective of the loveliness expressed in the previous comments, aren't Fender simply alienating potential buyers by selling a West Ham themed bass? Look, I'm never buying another Fender, plus I am a lifelong Chelsea supporter - through the ups and downs - and I wouldn't be seen dead with a bass, irrespective of how good it is, in West Ham livery. P [/quote] I think you're missing the point. This is not about football, it's about a bass guitar based on someone elses bass guitar. If Sting painted his bass guitar in the colours of whomever he supported AND he used it in the Police, I would buy it and use it in my Police tribute. It's about the instrument

Even the strings are claret and blue. Claret at the ball end and blue at the top

Guitar Guitar are showing one in stock if anybody's looking for one

[quote name='Number6' timestamp='1427099094' post='2725626'] As a Hammer and a Maiden fan i'm tempted.....thanks for the pics and the report [/quote] It plays better than the Irons did on Saturday. (but that's not hard, still, a win is a win and I'll take that)

Lozz, yes it certainly has some bite, zing and sustain. I might need to get a wide strap for it though. I'm getting old!!

and it weighs 12 pounds on the bathroom scales

enjoy

Markbunney, I've not played the other SH basses so I can't compare. I'll take some pictures now I'm back and I'll stick it on the bathroom scales. Karl, I've got a gig in Coventry and another in Worcester over Easter weekend, if you fancy coming along, I'll bring it. (I can't gig it because Sting never used 'Arry's bass)

ok. No pics yet as I've not had the time. opened the package at approx. 4.30 and I must say, it is rather good. Fantastic paintwork, proper metal scratchplate, a bit heavy but no heavier than my Aria SBR150 I would say (I've not weighed it yet) The Hammers logo is painted on and lacquered in. The neck is a dream. Yes it is big, as big as I've played on a 70s P Bass but it's the perfect shape for me. I had a 57 reissue Les Paul that was similar. Big neck but a perfect shape. Karl, you are more than welcome to come and try it, but I'm in Dover and it's a bit of a trek but the kettle will be on. Soundwise, P bass on steroids. Flats are amazing. They have an almost roundwound zing to them but they are heavy. I love em. A very 70's contour on the back (ie not much) I'm off out again now so I will post pics later today. The fit and finish and feel of the neck are first class. If anyone dares to diss the current crop of Mex guitars I would say they don't know what theyr're talking about. £875 on interest free over 9 months, well spent. Have I been the person to buy it first in the whole of the UK?

agreed. It means I can go out for breakfast, walk the dog etc and maybe practice the Rhyme of the ancient mariner

Modman, welcome to BC. I'm almost your neighbour over in Sunny St. Margaret's. Ian Shawcross has only just retired. I played with him in the school band when I was 17 (46 now). Who do you play with Modman?

Just to revive this old thread. My Steve Harris signature is due today

back on thread, just received a text message from the courier. Expect delivery between 15.50 and 16.50. It could be a long day

Will do Karl

I'll keep you posted Drax. I've got a mid 70s P bass and I love the neck on that. I love big necks anyway. Roll on tomorrow

Look at West ham's FA CUP winning kit from 1980

no it has dots. and ,apparently, it's been shipped

[quote name='Fisheth' timestamp='1426852446' post='2722692'] I am tempted by one though... Been an Arry fan ever since I was small! Edit: Wasn't trying to troll or anything, I was just looking at what was available on the used market and there's stuff like Prestige Ibanez's at that pricepoint. Also heard some pretty spotty things about some of Fender's quality control, but every company seems to have issues at somepoint. [/quote] That's ok if you like Ibanez etc. I love Fender P basses. I have quite a collection already. USA, Japan. If it's no good, I'll send it back

[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1426851937' post='2722676'] OK, I'm in!!!! I have had one on order from Thomann's since 31st January. Original date for arrival at Thomann's was 31st March. Now put back to 2nd April, so, bank holidays etc. In a nutshell, unlikely to actually receive it until probably the 13th April. Not a happy little 'Arry fan [/quote] I'm sure it'll come Karl

[quote name='Fisheth' timestamp='1426852144' post='2722681'] Is it worth it, considering it's a MIM? [/quote] I've got a MIM telecaster and it's as good as anything else I've got.

[quote name='dudewheresmybass' timestamp='1426850536' post='2722643'] Pics or it doesn't exist! [/quote] I haven't got it yet

[quote name='Number6' timestamp='1426849538' post='2722613'] Up the Irons [/quote] oh yes [quote name='badboy1984' timestamp='1426850132' post='2722627'] The SH bass comes with the 0.50 Rotosound flats right? I can imagine the flats would be very high tension. I can't even get on with the 0.45 roto flats. [/quote] It does, we'll see how it goes. I might take it to a Policed gig tomorrow night, see how it sounds during the soundcheck

Just received an email from Andertons that it's in stock. So I've bought it. Hopefully Saturday delivery (Ive paid for it) I've been an 'Arry fan since 1981, when Bruce joined the band. Maiden went to Italy to do a few gigs to get Bruce settled in. My brother's band 'The Raff' supported them on a couple of the dates. So I went and bought the first 2 albums. Loved it. I'm also a West Ham fan. I don't need another Precision, which I always think is the best reason to buy it. Pictures when it arrives

Occasionally I get my old Steiny XL-2 out. used to have a hohner B2A. I love the headless thing, it's cool