overwater#1

Hey all.. My very good friend has asked me to try and do some research on his Precision. He bought it new in Liverpool, still has the reciept I believe, everything on it is original...!! He had it professionally re-fretted I think at some point, as back then it was a users instrument, though it hasn't affected the bass what so ever, and it looks absolubtly original, as it was done a long time ago, but now he keeps it pride of place in his house anyway, as he uses a Re-Issue Jazz. Everything else on the bass, down to the last screw is bob on original and genuine, factory fitted original!!! Absolubtly awesome piece of history... Just awesome!!! I have dated the bass to 1962, serial number 792** I am curious to know if there are any more archives on the net where I could find out some more information about the bass, i.e date of finishing. I heard it is possible to find this out, but I don't think Fender will help with regards to vintage instruments now.. grumpy bas**rds!!! Is there anyone here who could date this bass more accurately, or know who I should contact, where to go... it'd mean a lot to my friend, as this bass is a part of him really.. He is a fairly old guy, and has owned it all his life.. just wow! Also, what sort of value would you put on this bass money wise, roughly? Of course he would NEVER sell it, it is a part of him, but it'd be nice to know never the less... Please get in touch if you could help me anyway.. I will go and take some detailed pictures of the bass as soon as poss, so you can all have a bask in its beauty! Thankyou very much! Best Wishes, Matt D

ye true... my room does... just things i could do with... please take me out of the equation anyway, ive had enough free stuff.... ! Lets be fair

Gone or not Joe.. although ive had a couple of items off here recently, and feel a cheeky get... if it ain't gone, i will show some interest in it though... Cheers! Matt

Thanks for the PM Pete, I will reply on my personal email later with my details, im just going out on a gig now... Thankyou very much anyway, will be in touch..!

Hey Graham, The CD has just come through my door now, just about to listen to it! Thankyou very much for it, and all your efforts! It is all very much appreciated!! Best wishes, Matt

Hey there, I would very much like to take this off your hands. I was looking for a Trace head to do some work on, to assist me in my electronics course. Plus then be a spare head to use, and being Trace Elliot, is a big big bonus to me obviously. If you dont mind holding onto it for another month or so possibly, and il sort a day out to Manchester on the ole train, and il come and meet you there if poss... or if theres another way we could work something out.. that would be awesome!! Im in Poulton-le-Fylde near Blackpool. PM me or [email protected] if we can arrange something.. Many many thanks! Matt

[quote name='ped' post='126381' date='Jan 23 2008, 07:19 PM']Lol. Put it this way then - the Bass 'Bash' will have double meaning for you this year ;0)[/quote] or triple if I dont get this promised bright box!!!

[quote name='EBS_freak' post='126379' date='Jan 23 2008, 07:16 PM']Would you believe it, I've just given my last bright box to Overwater#1...[/quote] I will take your word for that then.. when should I expect it???

Ah... bit off that is!!!

I know what you mean, I fancy a couple of 1x12's or 2x10's now to be honest.. plus something with a bit more top end, as my 4x10 doesn't have a horn in it, hence my great interest in a bright box. The stack could do with more top end to really show off my bass.. yes, why do I have such an expensive bass, and can't afford to spend on an expensive amp... my parents actually bought the bass outright for me, god theyr'e awesome.. I want to make a career from playing, so they thought it right to help me in this way, and get me my dream bass.. but unfortunately, I really cannot afford to get the amp to do it justice just yet.... I keep considering selling both cabs and buying some light EBS stuff, or similar, but I wouldn't get a large amount for the Trace cabs i'd of thought, so I can't be arsed.. I did though send the seller of this bright box on ebay an email explaining my situation, and offered him £50, and asked for him to make a deal sort of... £50 is way too less I know!!!, but I wanted him to say, well.. call it £80 or something.. but I don't think he was to pleased by the message.. haha The trace rig I have has always been my dream rig, and to be honest, I want to keep hold of it.. im never selling that head!! But the cabs are just so damn heavy and awkward to move around!! If anyone fancies the cabs though, send me a PM.. I wouldn't mind selling them for the right price really.. well, id have to think about it.. well a good long mull over it!!! I must try and find a 2x10 or similar to be honest, but I could only spend like £100 or so on one... where the hell would I find something decent for that sort of money...?? Anyways.. i have finished having my moan now haha....

I think this is what I have on my bass at the moment, and they're great!!! [quote name='chrkelly' post='126015' date='Jan 23 2008, 12:09 PM']Also, forgot to mention Daddario Helicore hybrids. £78 from Thomann. They get good reviews and I've heard that Larry Grenadier and Christian McBride use them.[/quote]

Hah.. hey im always on the ball looking for tracey gear lol!! In fact though, I really need a bright box... Are you the guy selling the Bright Box on the Bay?? [quote name='EBS_freak' post='126204' date='Jan 23 2008, 03:41 PM']OK... so where's Kev?[/quote]

I took the B strings, and sent a very appreciative PM to WH!!! Very generous guy.. Edit:were you reffering to me??

Holy sh*t!!!! Sorry, I nearly had a heart attack!! haha That would have been quite nice.. I seriously fancy the one on Ebay at the mo, that would be awesome, but really cannot afford to spend that at the moment..! Damn

Your a true gent! Cheers !!!