Marc S

Sorry, I can't add anything to this, other than I'm now also intrigued! lol I do seem to remember seeing brands that looked like, and were cheaper than DiMarzio's, back in the 80's Hope someone can help

Thinking about it, the OP says he has a P bass with Flats, and another with rounds Surely this is proof that we all need 2 of each type of bass - one strung with flats, one with rounds?

Yes, I well recall that. I've often heard people say "bass strings never break, surely!"But those Rotos definitely used to break all too regularly... I've been a slow convert to Flats, as I never liked the feel of them - much preferring rounds. I also found Flats seemed to be much higher tension, until I discovered TI flats Playing upright also helped me convert to liking Flats, as Upright strings tend to be more akin to them (in many cases) - but don't get me started there, as there are so many variants in upright strings I still don't like flats which are very high tension, and on some basses TI's just don't feel quite right. I've never tried half rounds - perhaps that's another thread again? lol

Must admit, I really like Pink, and for some reason, especially on a Fender. I had one of the Roadworn Flea Jazz basses, and I liked it - but the Pink was a bit too faded, and not Pink enough for me lol I think you're right - a decent Tort scratch plate will look even better (especially if it's quite a reddy-brown colour) Please don't post any pics when it's fitted though @grayn ...... Because I will want your bass! lol

What a kind and generous gesture! If only I lived nearer to Cambridge... but alas, I'm a long way off Someone's going to get the best bargain of all..... Free!

Bargain! Those early CV Squiers are amazing quality for the money You've managed to bag one for crazy bargain basement price Happy NBD

Welcome to BassChat Croeso from Wales

£150 - wow! What a bargain How come I never come across these finds?

Very nice. I do like a Block & Bound neck. And that colour is unusual Happy NBD to you EDIT: It's one string too many for me.... or I'd be very envious!

Re my post above, this is the stuff. I got my roll from eBay I've tried to find the equivalent material, but all the hospital / surgical tapes I've tried, aren't quite as durable as this Some of them are nowhere near as good / durable As per the picture on the packet - you really can play with this tape on your fingers https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Double-Bass-Finger-Tape/323942926881?hash=item4b6c80ca21:g:IcQAAOSwGlZdneX8

Ouch! Hope it heals quickly. Never had a splinter / shard from strings before. Just wondering what make / brand of strings they are? Of course, it may not have been from the strings at all..... One thing is for sure though - I'd get that magnifying glass, and get it sorted - otherwise, if you've a tiny, shapr particle sat there under your skin - it will continue to cause you a problem until it's sorted Via the Double bass section of this fine forum - I came across a product called "Double Bass Finger Tape" Does exactly what you'd expect from the title, but I usually carry a roll of it around in my gigbag. It works very well for cuts and abrasions. I've even had a piece of it on a right hand finger-tip, and been able to play. I gave a piece to a guitarist I was in a band with once. He had a nasty injury and thought he wouldn't be able to play a gig - but this tape saved the day. It stays on really well - even after you've washed your hands, and all other plasters would have fallen off! Of course, it may not work, depending on exactly where your splinter is - but then again, it may help

Another good suggestion....

Hi, I think @NJE is spot on here. If you refinish the bass and put a new neck on it.... it may just end up feeling like it's another bass, and one you don't have that history and connection with. So definitely leave it alone from a refin point of view. Regarding the neck, I'd say try to get another luthiers' opinion. I'm sure your current luthier is fine and experienced etc, but you may just find someone who has another idea or solution, or perhaps even a source for a replacement neck.... At this stage, you've almost got nothing to lose as far as the neck is concerned. Could you try something simple, like changing to lower tension strings? Thomastik Infeldt Flats (and their rounds for that matter) are very low tension. This simple solution may help - worth a try? Is the truss rod really maxed out, or could it be that the tilt adjustment screw is making adjustment difficult? Or could it be that the issue is with the size of the frets, as mentioned above? Hope you can sort it good sir. Sounds like you really want to keep that bass, and it has such sentimental value for you. I don't think hanging it on the wall is the best solution - I think it's there to be played, and it must be nice to have a bass which is such an integral part of your musical history Best of luck with it - and let us know how you get on

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