Kelso Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 [quote name='Chris Horton' timestamp='1320955178' post='1433773'] Where did you get the bass from ?? looks fantastic !!! [/quote] Thanks man! Got it from a dealer in the US (it was on ebay) - Simon (fellow Basschatter) helped me to make the deal. Glad you like it! I should have it early next week - the anticipation is killing me! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1320856882' post='1432362'] Here's my new (to me) 1970 fretless. [/quote] Are those lollipops? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 [quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1320962721' post='1433923'] Are those lollipops? [/quote] Sure are, and threaded saddles too, so a real transition bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssentialTension Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1320965074' post='1433960'] Sure are, and threaded saddles too, so a real transition bass. [/quote] Mmmm, very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacqueslemac Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 I cannot get email notifications to start again, so maybe if I post another picture that'll work. Here's my Mike Dirnt signature: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 Ooh, yeah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1321040923' post='1434851'] Thats tidy. Reilly like the burst on them, nice grain showing too. [/quote] so that's why Badass's went out of production. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 I have one too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 [IMG]http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/crazykiwibass/Basses/Celinder%20Update%20P/DSCF1170.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/crazykiwibass/Basses/Celinder%20Update%20P/DSC01839.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/crazykiwibass/Basses/Celinder%20Update%20P/DSCF1172.jpg[/IMG] My Celinder P Classic with a jazz neck and currently strung with flats. Took it to an audition a few weeks back and it nailed most of the old covers. Still had to use a 5 string for stuff beyond 1985 though. If I ever sell it, I won't be replacing it with anything similar. Amazing vintage tone for something so new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
discreet Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 That is suh-weeet. Did you get the gig? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Yes but turned it down. I thought their expectations of commitment were a little unreasonable and I'd need to carry the band with keyboard programming if we wanted to shift onto a funkier set list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacqueslemac Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 [quote name='steve-soar' timestamp='1321048396' post='1435002'] so that's why Badass's went out of production. [/quote] Not sure what you mean. It is a Badass II bridge, so wouldn't they have sold more through Fender than direct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollowsbass Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Got this recently. DiMarzios and S1 switching. Through my dual tube Ashdown rig its "Mahoosive!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Webb Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 (edited) This is Michelle. Fender Am Std, w/ added SD Quarter Pounders & Badass III bridge (Sorry if the pic is too big, I couldnt resize it!) Edited November 20, 2011 by Al Webb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyrene Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Christina.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disssa Posted November 21, 2011 Share Posted November 21, 2011 Left: my (like) new American Deluxe Precision V: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len_derby Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 My 2003 USA Precision De Luxe. The only bass I've ever bought new. All standard, no mods. Currently strung with flats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 [quote name='simon1964' timestamp='1319021618' post='1408906'] You should! Inspired by this thread, I took my old Precision to a rehearsal last night for the first time in ages. I usually take the Stingray or Shuker. To be honest, I'd forgotten just how good a passive P sounds in the mix. I was smiling all the way home [/quote] Ok, I finally did it managed to lay my hands on a late 70's P from this very forum [attachment=93712:70's P.jpg] (pic is not great as had to use flash as we had no sun here today ) Not had a chance to try it in a band setting yet but it really seems to have a kind of deeper but brighter creamier sound to it than my newer P. Hopefully get it set up properly for me in the next week or two and should be my new go to bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Nice bass Don, you took the plunge then. When I got my 70s Precision, I met a fellow Basschatter - there were 3 of us there, all buying selling, like something from Only Fools and Basschatters - who explained that the pickups on 70s Precisions were wound to have a more scooped sound, unlike the 60s thump sound, and todays more mid-present tones. Hence more depth to the sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 Thanks for the info Lozz. Now I just have to hope I get used to the weight of it, everytime I pick it up I'm like OMG it's a tank! 4.9 kg on my scales, not sure how that ranks with regards to weight on these old machines? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBeatNut Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 I seem to remember hearing that late 70's P's are known to be on the heavy side, so 4.9kg / 10.8lb doesn't sound too outrageous in that context. My '79 is stashed away right now or I'd get the scales out and weigh it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 4.9kg/10.8lb isn`t too bad, I`ve heard of - tho never encountered - 12 & 13lb Precisions. My `77 weighs in at around the 10lb mark. Because of the added weight I`ve had to shorten the length of my strap a bit, and now I have less back problems when playing. Plus, it`s easier to play with the strap being that little bit shorter. So all good really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nibody Posted November 24, 2011 Share Posted November 24, 2011 [sub]Right! DRUMROLL....[/sub] [sub]FINALY found a picture of my long lost love - 76 refinished with Brass pickguard[/sub] [sub][/sub] [sub]If ANYONE sees this beauty around, let me know, Id like to know what happened to her[/sub] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted November 25, 2011 Share Posted November 25, 2011 [quote name='Highfox' timestamp='1322077475' post='1446312'] Ok, I finally did it managed to lay my hands on a late 70's P from this very forum [attachment=93712:70's P.jpg] (pic is not great as had to use flash as we had no sun here today ) Not had a chance to try it in a band setting yet but it really seems to have a kind of deeper but brighter creamier sound to it than my newer P. Hopefully get it set up properly for me in the next week or two and should be my new go to bass. [/quote] Just had my luthier strip this one down and set it back up for me. Thought I'd post what he found on this S8 serial Pickups are 77, Neck has a 78 stamp on the heal, Pots are 77, and the scratch plate sticker is the same same serial number as on the headstock. So she seems to be all origional and the latest date puts her at a 78. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len_derby Posted November 26, 2011 Share Posted November 26, 2011 This is my CIJ '57 reissue, known as 'The Duck' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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