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    Happy days, twin pack on the way. Cheers @casapete
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    Totally agreed you made the right move for what you said you wanted, a great hi-if pickup - I was just praising split coils as a good choice amongst many others
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    My Fralin Dual Coils (split) had an output similar to my P Bass, but still very much sounded like a Jazz Bass should, just with a little less treble which worked really well given the bass itself and my preference for that anyway.
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    Glad to hear they came out The strings below are great for those that lean more towards rounds
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    I had the Fralin Dual coils when I last owned a Jazz Bass, for my taste they were exceptional. But then I've always been a huge Fralin fan, having used their P Bass and regular Jazz pickups over the years. Edit - I've also had Nordstrom pickups in the past, they are more hi-fi to my ears, whereas the Fralin are more vintage and growly.
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    Same thing can be found on this bass... http://andybaxterbass.com/details.php?id=1416
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    It might be worth asking the Gallery if there is a slight twist in the neck up there? It’s quite possible. Do you think you maybe need to try some softer rounds?
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    Possibly, its from a time when the truss rod was too tight and the strings were more 'flat' to the board? That could explain why it's up by those frets. That's all I can come up with. Anyway, a gorgeous bass like that should be wearing flats
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    Here’s that’s about £1080. Vintage prices vary and a ‘correct’ price is subjective, some will be priced higher and some lower. If you love the bass, then all’s good, that’s all that matters.
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    All looks good to me. The pot code is a Fender code, the code to date it is on the other half of that base. Even if it didn’t have a neck heal stamp I personally wouldn’t worry.
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    There’s many mid 70’s Fenders without the stamps, so I wouldn’t worry. From the pictures there’s nothing that stands out as suspicious. Would be nice to the see the pickups and under the guard though, just in case. Because of the bolt on neck, some old Fenders can become Partscasters, but for me it’s not a worry on a refinished bass like this because the parts look right for the age, given the pics available.
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    Reluctantly back up for sale
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    Ooh, that’s a can of worms question for a bass forum! I think I’ve been through more P Basses that I’ve had hot dinners. In your situation, I’d be looking at a 50’s MIM P Bass or a used MIA P Bass, but that’s just because I like a Fender. The Yamaha is great, or a second hand Tokai. Limelight etc. Something like this one in the link is great value, and is what I’d buy in your situation. The only one on your list I’d avoid is a Std MIM, though I’d happily use one anytime, it’s just that if you can spend a little extra I believe it’ll go along way with the right bass.
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    To sell or not to sell, that is the question...

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      Chiliwailer

      🤣 ...you’ve already got one 🙄

    3. LukeFRC

      LukeFRC

      why not? 

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      Chiliwailer

      For sale it is... needs must. Its a stunning bass, but not an essential one I 'need' to own :( 

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    I used to have a stunning Modulus, beautiful layering on those necks, would make good looking luggage too 🤣 That TB thread is breathtaking, serous skills and a stunning bass. My favourite quote was “I don't understand a single one of the steps described. This is like alien technology to me”
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    And another thing, the carbon fibre and design are so lovely, I may just need a carbon fibre headless...
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    Sounds good, will be cool to see what you do with it And as well as the fancy moves, I may just need a new wardrobe to match...
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    Warmest thanks to Frank for his massive generosity - I am now the lucky owner of a strap extension for my Steinberger Spirit, which was handmade by Frank and sent to me FOC in the ultimate top spirit of Basschat. I’m extremely grateful for a piece of kit which will put to very good use, it’s far exceeded my expectations. Cheers
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    Not sure to be honest. This works really well. I tried flipppng it over but it didn’t balance as well. It’s been a long time since I could stand with a bass comfortably so it’s been great to play this afternoon.
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    @machinehead Thank you brother, it came and it’s on. PM coming your way.
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    Well it doesn't need changing
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    I haven't got a Pro, but I played a couple. And up until recently I had a lovely 2015 Std Jazz. For me, aside from the minor (IMO) cosmetic differences the difference is all in the pickups; and on either bass I'd be upgrading them to Fralins, which I did on the Std. The CS and Pro ones are good and different to each other, just not my preferred in either case. Guess you got to hear them or pick the cheaper one if you'll be changing the pickups?
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    Hi Frank, yes I did forget, then I didn’t, then I did again.... and I feel like a complete and utter ar*e for not getting into contact - has it been this long?!! Big thanks mate, I’d be keen to take you up on this and in the spirit of Mr @kodiakblair donate to you’re fave charity. PM coming your way
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