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[quote name='Gareth Hughes' timestamp='1428875844' post='2745633'] I've had my '75 reissue for about 4 years now, think it's about 15 years old. No problems at all. And where the screw meets the neck, it makes contact with a little metal circle rather than digging into the wood. [/quote]sorry i didn't mean it was just a screw into wood. but that pressure of the screw to disc caused problems over time, especially over 40 years. also some say the neck/neck pocket was not as secure as the screw pushed out the integrity of the joint. I'm not sure but take from that what you will.

some say that the actual screw that was used for actually tilting the neck, pushed into the wood at the back of the neck and affected the neck/frets above. I've owned a few reissues, and never had a problem. but with a 40 year old instrument, it might be a different matter. its something to look out for when buying a vintage Fender Jazz. someone with more Vintage Fender experience will add more info than i can I'm sure.

i really am not just saying this because i own one, but there is no doubt in my mind the top of the list at that price range is a Lakland Skyline 55-02. in my opinion they are a way better instrument than an overseas MTD. Hugely versatile, can do a jazz a pbass, a stingray (not exactly for the trained ear i might add) but its not far off. the great thing about the 55-02 skylines is that they use the same BART/or LH3 preamp and pickups depending what year, as the USA models. if you still want classic tones but also want to get a bit modern, a Lakland seems to make sense. if anyone can chime in and mention a better more versatile bass, I'm all ears.

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1428620922' post='2743257'] I cut my teeth on bass guitar from years of endless series of jamming with my peers back in the late 60s and early 70s. It was great fun and it's still the most significant part of my training. Everyone jammed back then, the younger generations, not so much I guess. It's nothing I have time for right now, however I recommend it to any one new to bass that has the opportunity to play with other musicians. Unfortunately in my opinion true jamming is an activity that is no longer what it once was just like live music overall. Blue [/quote] I'm not sure what you mean by "true jamming"

i remember the first time i played live and it was a jam session, in a pub in cheltenham called the Fiery Angel. it was a guitarist and a drummer. i crapped myself and probably looked very uncomfortable. they just started playing over E minor. then came the other chords i think it was a basic 1/4/5. i fumbled my way through it. it didn't sound good but i learned so much. nothing good comes without a little bit of pain.

[quote name='grumpyguts' timestamp='1428618041' post='2743233'] Thanks for the input everyone. The way I am looking at it is this... Getting out there and playing with others has to be a step forward, I may feel differently after a few sessions but it has to be done. [/quote] you will be amazed how much your playing/musicality will advance playing with other people. you learn so much. Possibly more about yourself musically, than others. well that was my experience.

imo.. a Jam can be a steep learning curve. depending on your knowledge and ability of course. the annoying bit comes when the guitarist doesn't know what chords/ changes he's playing.. very frustrating years ago when i used to play with said muppets. although a bit scary at first, jamming with more experienced patient musicians can be very rewarding musical experience.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1428312441' post='2740033'] If you don't get the difference between a Fodera and Sadowsky bass then you're probably not in the target market for either. [/quote] oh ok, thanks for the snotty response . not quite sure why i have to be in the "Target Market" to know about bass, but I'm pretty sure i do know the difference.. but go ahead, you obviously are in the target market for both, so maybe you could explain the difference with your wealthy, wealth of knowledge.

awsome Jazz basses. i think there the finest ever made, but thats just me.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1428235415' post='2739375'] Ah. What's up with it? [/quote]its a Fender.

[quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1428227859' post='2739228'] I think keeping their workshop in New York might be a part of the pricing. It can't be the cheapest place to run a manufacturing business! [/quote]i wonder why the other bass makers in New York don't price there basses in the same way.? I'm sorry but Fodera price there basses very high, because they have very cleverly developed a name for themselves, and a reputation. There is no way Vinnie and his team make an instrument so superior to Roger Sadowsky or NewYork Bass Works, that they need to charge so much more, its just nonsense. they charge that much because they know they can get away with it.

i would rather play on stage naked, than play on stage with that. and i don't look good naked.

for me the ultimate ever jazz bass is a Suhr. I've played Sadowsky's, De Gier,s, Lulls. nothing comes close to the feel and sound you get from John Suhr's instruments. only my opinion. they are pure jazz bass porn aswell. i will…..yes i will own a Suhr one day..

that Chic sound never ever gets old for me. the ultimate dance music they have always been.

the thing is where i live its very limited as to what genres/bands are available, especially the music i like. i want to keep playing, and thats why i do it.

Ive been in a band for the last 6 months called Michigan Avenue. we play rock blues type stuff. thing is its just not inspiring me.. I'm not sure if I'm just indoctrinated to soul and funk or the music just isn't that good. the real feeling i get is that the music just doesn't inspire me to play. sometimes it does with certain songs, but only in parts. maybe I'm answering my own question. the band is drums, guitar x 2 and bass. i tried to introduce this guy who is a keys master, and i got a 'no, not now maybe later". i just want some chords behind the music. I'm talking Billy Preston type stuff. can you girls/guys play music that your not really into..? put it this way i would rather play covers all night of chic than play the original music that this band has.

More Fender signature maketing nonsense.

cooking the roast and bobbing my head and tapping my foot to this . Pimps of JoyTime greatness. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjkXOO9qWew

I've always loved the harmonies of the Beach Boys. Brian Wilson is a master at arranging voices imo. i just love this. with Al Jardine and David Marks. superb harmonies at 1.50. thats why i love music right there.!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHXMjw3SLXc