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In the past, I was ridiculously precious about them to the extent that I would be put off them if they had a dink. I would keep thinking about the dinks to the point of distraction. It was crazy. I am still very careful with my instruments as I do treasure them but, I'm not as precious as I was. I have an exclusion zone on stage though, which especially applies to my singer ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha. I got a brand new US Fender Dlx Dimension 5 about 3 months ago. There were 3 small dinks on it - on the heal, the headstock and the truss rod wheel. They bothered me for about 24 hours and then I treated them like birth marks. My Vigier came to me "new" and had 4 dinks which really annoyed me but again, I now look at them as part of the make up of the bass. All my basses and guitars are cleaned / looked after regularly, and always put away in a case after use. I have promised myself that any further basses I buy, will be 2nd hand. So much easier to deal with any sort of dink / scratch. They were designed to be played and they will get knocked. Since letting go of my over protectiveness, I enjoy the basses so much more

I shouldn't have sold a 2012 US Precision 5. I loved that bass. It played beautifully, sounded amazing but because of GAS, it went. Utterly stupid. I regret it a lot. I know the guy who has it but, he won't sell it back to me and, I don't blame him. #Stupid

Afternoon BC chums. I have done some research but can't seem to find any information on whether Fender are releasing a 5 string version of Precision Elite. I have been after a Fender Precision 5 string with 21 frets and the added Jazz pup for what seems, forever. Does any one happen to know if they are planning to add this to the Elite series range? They have the Jazz 5 Elite so, fingers crossed. Any help or information would be gratefully received, Thanks in advance

I have some serious GAS for a 5 string, headless bass. no idea why but the pull is string. Currently looking at NS Design, Status and Steinberger. This could get messy........

[quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1472224332' post='3119627'] I sold a Hiscox case to Matt. The transaction was as smooth as a set of flatwounds, and I wouldn't hesitate to deal with him again Cheers Matt! [/quote] Thanks Gareth, much appreciated

Bought a brand new Hiscox case from Gareth. An absolute pleasure to deal with him. Great communications and could;t do enough to help. Fast delivery, packaged brilliant. This is the reason I buy from BC because of people like him. Deal with utter confidence. Thanks very much Gareth

Bought a Mono Vertigo bag from Ambient. Good comms, easy deal. Highly recommended. Deal with confidence. Cheers

This is such a personal preference type thing. I have had this chat with a few buds. I do prefer the 24 frets, though I never go beyond the 20th. I just like the extended feel it gives but, I recently got a 21 fret bass and it is just great. I don't change basses live so if I am taking one or the other out with me, there won't be any adjustment to make.

[quote name='6feet7' timestamp='1468847166' post='3093719'] They look a bit like an active version of the Korean Squier Protone Bass V from the mid 1990's (high mass bridge, humbuckers, light weight). I always swore I'd never play a Fender (or Squier) but it's my go to bass now. [/quote] That's a fine looking instrument. Nice I am a Fender guy at heart and, always will be. I wish Fender 21 fret Precision or P/J. I know they did a Deluxe P bass years ago that had the standard P pup and a humbucking J pup, too. Hard to find but, still looking. That's one of the reasons I love this Dimension so much. It is something different, 21 frets and brings me back home. Thanks for sharing the pic of your bass, very cool indeed

[quote name='Graham' timestamp='1468841985' post='3093644'] awesome See if you can record some video when you take it out live [/quote] Absolutely. Will do

I've just had it professionally set up by the guy I always go to. He dressed the frets, shaped the nut to accommodate the strings I use, lowered the action a little and made one small adjustment on the neck as it was pretty damn straight anyway. With the strings on I use plus, the other work carried out, I am even more in love with this bass. Definitely going to be my main live bass and I'll keep the Vigier for the studio. Super chuffed with this beauty, as you can probably tell. Can't wait for the first gigs

[quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1468607741' post='3092160'] I like the look of them too. I tried one of the early ones with the dial a tone control thingy (Modern Player?) in PMT when I popped in there a couple of years back and was impressed at the time - I think the more conventional controls on this are better. You mention the weight a couple of times - amazed as in light or heavy? What do they weigh? A lightweight 5 string is not to be sniffed at. And how wide is the neck at the nut, please? [/quote] I'm amazed at the weight in the sense that it is pretty light. I was expecting it to be heavy for some reason but, it isn't. No idea of the weight I'm afraid and, I don't have scales at home. I will try and find out for you though. As for width at the nut, I believe it is 1.75" It is very comfortable and the neck has a compound radius ranging from 9.5" to 14". I hope that helps

[quote name='NickD' timestamp='1468520283' post='3091550'] Nice! They're a funny looking thing, but I've always found them strangely appealing. What's the balance like on a strap with the short top horn please? [/quote] The balance is perfect. No dive and sits so comfortably. My bass is quite light and wither on your lap or on a strap, there are no balance issues

[quote name='M@23' timestamp='1468523714' post='3091587'] I find them good looking in a weird kind of way too, like with MM Bongos. Unconventionaly pretty. Even prettier when held by Nik West! [/quote] The first time I saw a Bongo, I wanted one. It's how I felt when I first saw the Dimension bass, too. Stunning bit of kit

[quote name='spongebob' timestamp='1468521232' post='3091557'] Great to see a new Fender that isn't a P or J. Do like the look of these - nice score - enjoy! [/quote] Yeah, that's how I feel about them. Fender have done a super job with this bass. Cheers

[quote name='ColinB' timestamp='1468405150' post='3090664'] Looks good. I see Squier are doing them now...... [/quote] Hi Colin. I bought the Squire version about a year ago and liked it but, I didn't like the varnished neck so I sold it to my drummer who loved it. THat was my only "gripe" though. It played beautifully and sounding great. It was punching well above it's weight for the price. I do love the way they look

[quote name='kodiakblair' timestamp='1468403849' post='3090658'] Fantastic. Strangely the Dimensions and Cabronitas are the only Fenders that interest me, I'm too late for the Cabronita party Congrats on a lovely bass. [/quote] Thanks kodiakblair. I like the fact that these are different as well. So glad I pulled the trigger on it. If you get the chance, definitely try one

Hi Graham, I can report that the B is just fantastic, genuinely. It is tight, responsive and clear. I had a really good play with it last night and recorded some parts from my album that I did with the Vigier. Obviously different but, I could get close to the sound if I needed to. The neck is to die for. Absolutely a joy to play and I'm amazed at the weight of this thing. The setup is pretty good as well. I will get it set up with my preferred strings and, action height but I was surprised at how well it plays out of the box. I also love the simple things i.e. it comes with strap locks on. I hate having to add strap locks to basses. I am so scared the screw driver is going to slip. Nice touch and I don't know why more companies don't do this. Anyway, I'll shut up but I will say, that I am definitely going to be having a lot of fun with this bass. Fender really have come up with another winner. If you get a chance to check them out, do it PS More photos added above.......

I've just taken delivery of my new US Fender Deluxe Dimension 5. I've always been a Fender fan and had a few but for some reason, apart from my '86 MIJ Precision (pimped like Steve Harris's bass), I've always moved them on. I foolishly moved on a beautiful US Standard Precision 5 and instantly, regretted it. Anyway, my Fender craving returned. After a dalliance with a lovely Bongo 5H, I decided it wasn't for me and started the search for the missing Fender. After a thread on here about a new purchase someone had made at Anderton's, I went straight there and saw my new baby. It had everything I love, maple board, satin finish neck, active 3 band EQ and looked lush plus, it was an incredibly silly and ultimately tempting price. After a weekend of justifying myself it was "OK" to buy, I pulled the trigger yesterday and today, it turned up. I was so nervous when it arrived. What if it was not right? Would I ever find the Fender to stay with me for more than 6 months? What if it looked great but felt wrong? Blah, blah, blah. Anyway, with deliberately tempered excitement, I opened the case, instantly gasped at it's beauty and then completely fell in love with the neck, feel and weight of the bass. Nicely setup, too. Happy would be an understatement. So relieved. The next few days will be spent in the studio really getting to grips with it but, I have a feeling this is a keeper. A perfect partner in crime to my Vigier Excess 5. It is SO good to be back "home" #FenderHeaven #Bass #Home PS I'll put more pictures up later. The one attached was the one I took as soon as I opened the case.......