Marc S

Having started out on bass (many years ago) on a shortscale, from which I quickly moved to long scale - I pondered getting another short scale for a while. I dabbled with a Hofner Violin bass for a bit, but found the neck to be too narrow and the string spacing too close for my right hand.... though in truth, I keep looking at them and thinking maybe I should give one another chance? A few months back, I found myself in my local PMT shop, and I really liked the look of a Squier Classic Vibe Mustang they had in stock. It was a cool colour, and looked rather nice, so i gave it a try. It was rather lovely, and it made me look again at the range of Mustangs out there. In the end, I went for a Mex P/J Mustang and I really like it. I can confirm that it's easier on ageing joints & backs @Lozz196. The pickups in the PJ sound pretty good. The pickup in the Squier CV sounded OK, but perhaps a tad weaker than the P pickups in my Mex. But I really liked the neck on the CV - it felt just lovely, as the CV range just do. I have gigged the Mustang a couple of times, and I really like it. I'm also glad I went for the PJ option, as I like being able to dial in a bit of that Jazz pickup (the pickup selector switch had already been changed to a blend pot when I got the bass). I usually gig my Fiesta Red Fender Classic P bass, with maple neck & board, and I really like the "bite" that bass seems to have (it's my favourite sounding P bass ever). So before gigs I now have to ponder whether to take the Mustang for comfort and added J sound, or my P bass because I just slightly prefer the sound from the P bass. Oh such decisions. I'm glad I picked up a short scale again, and one that has better string spacing was a good choice for me. It's definitely easier on my back & shoulders - so it's going to do the longer haul gigs certainly. I must say, I like the look of that HArley Benton Mustang style bass - especially the colour of that one in the video EDIT: Let us know whether you get yourself a Mustang Lozz

Banana splits - The Dickies

Ah, the all too familiar feeling of seller's remorse. I've been there too often myself. However, you can't have ALL the basses you've ever liked... sadly

Really like the range of tones you're getting from this bass. @Andyjr1515has done a great job with this one. When you first asked whether you should "mod" a bass of this vintage - I initially had some doubts - but of course, it's an "ideal" bass for such alterations, because of the modifications it had already undergone. Plus, you were right to straighten the bridge, and Andy was the right guy to do it. Well done @ped- that's a mighty fine bass you have there. I've only recently picked up short scale again, and I like my Mustang. But perhaps I should consider swapping to similar pickups to yours.... just not quite yet

I missed this sad news yesterday. I must have been too wrapped up in the World cup.... This is such sad news. I saw him live a few times. He appeared at Cambridge Folk Festival several years back, and I can recall the sheer joy he just "exuded" after the Surgeons there had saved his life from the huge tumour he had. As others have said, at least it gave us a bit more time with him. RIP Wilko

Nice looking bass 😀 The wonky bridge might have got on my nerves - visually anyway. But I'd be torn about correcting it, as it then wouldn't align with that rear pickup.... hmm a dilemma. I have a liking for a passive P/J - so I think I'd prefer to keep a J pickup there. I'll be interested to see how this project goes. In full agreement with @pedre the quality of the Squier CV Mustang. I wasn't looking for a bass - but I tried one in my local PMT and was blown away by how good it was! Not only that - although i didn't buy that particular one.... i ended up getting a PJ Mustang, as I'd forgotten just how much fun a decent short scale could be.

I'm Mandy, fly me - 10cc

Made of Stone - The Stone Roses

Looking great Jabba - as all your work seems to

Strange little girl - The Stranglers

Teenage depression - Eddie & The Hot Rods

"When Saturday comes" - The Undertones