Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 Right guys n gals,I have decided after much experimenting that I just do not get on with Jazz basses now I thought they would be better for my stupid knackered hands but my hands are just to big for those slim necks so I am going back to a P bass, I should hopefully have about £200 to spend when my jazz sells now what I would like to know is what brands of P basses are worth looking at now I know the obvious ones like Squire , Vintage etc will be in that price range but is there anything else worth looking at ? I am going to try the S/H route as obviously I will get a bit more bass for my smallish budget. Now any ideas will be appreciated maybe a brand I have overlooked blah blah blah you know the drill Thanks all Quote
Happy Jack Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 IMHO there are no really bad budget P-basses out there these days ... the competition is just too fierce. What there are is plenty of decent budget basses let down by truly crap pickups & electronics. Before buying your bass, you might be better advised seeing if you can pick up some decent after-market pickups cheaply. By way of example, one of the best P-bass sounds I heard was a Polish guy playing a £99 Westfield. He'd dropped in a set of SDs and given it a decent set-up and it sounded absolutely fine. Quote
discreet Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 The Vintage V4 P got some good reviews. It has Wilkinson pickups and hardware too, which is generally well-regarded. I'm seriously thinking of getting one as a spare/backup. [url="http://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Vintage-V4-Bass-Guitar-Maple-Neck-Vintage-White/S6K"]http://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Vintage-V4-Bass-Guitar-Maple-Neck-Vintage-White/S6K[/url] 14-day money-back guarantee too - and a 4-year warranty for an extra twenty quid. Worth thinking about. I'll see if I can find a review of it... Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='GreeneKing' timestamp='1382289154' post='2250154'] My Vintage Tony Butler [/quote] I would love your Tony Butler but you already know that...just need to sell mine first to get the money Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1382289436' post='2250159'] The Vintage V4 P got some good reviews. It has Wilkinson pickups and hardware too, which is generally well-regarded. I'm seriously thinking of getting one as a spare/backup. [url="http://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Vintage-V4-Bass-Guitar-Maple-Neck-Vintage-White/S6K"]http://www.gear4musi...ntage-White/S6K[/url] 14-day money-back guarantee too - and a 4-year warranty for an extra twenty quid. Worth thinking about. I'll see if I can find a review of it... [/quote] Why thank you kind sir much appreciated Quote
discreet Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1382289848' post='2250172'] Why thank you kind sir much appreciated [/quote] Yoooouuuu'rreee welcome... It was originally £269 RRP too, which was still a bargain imho. [url="http://www.jhs.co.uk/reviews/V4MVW_BassJan2012.pdf"]http://www.jhs.co.uk/reviews/V4MVW_BassJan2012.pdf[/url] Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1382290248' post='2250184'] Yoooouuuu'rreee welcome... It was originally £269 RRP too, which was still a bargain imho. [url="http://www.jhs.co.uk/reviews/V4MVW_BassJan2012.pdf"]http://www.jhs.co.uk...BassJan2012.pdf[/url] [/quote] Yep thats the kinda thing and a maple board too mmmmm Quote
discreet Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1382290515' post='2250190'] Yep thats the kinda thing and a maple board too mmmmm [/quote] Yes! And as gear4music are doing them for £188 it seems rude not to, really. I'd have bought one by now but for the fact I've already given cash to The Bass Doc for certain services... ... no, not [i]those [/i]type of services. Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1382290866' post='2250205'] Yes! And as gear4music are doing them for £188 it seems rude not to, really. I'd have bought one by now but for the fact I've already given cash to The Bass Doc for certain services... ... no, not [i]those [/i]type of services. [/quote] I know it sounds very sad but I don't even have 188 pence right now oh woe is me lol Quote
bassmachine2112 Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 An older Peavey made in USA,crafted etc. Lotsa bass for the money. Lots of love for these Quote
Maude Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 Could you not put a P neck on your jazz if money is very tight, or do you just not like the J? I bought an Aria STB series P for £40, put some 1/4 pounders and a set of Chromes on it and I think it's awesome, very light and well balanced and the Aria necks are superb. There's the Jazz version on ebay atm for £50ish, I'm sure they use the same P sized neck for both. Quote
Lozz196 Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 From those above the Vintage basses definitely look worth checking out. I`ve played a Vintage P and it was very nice in the hands. Wasn`t plugged in so can`t comment on the sounds. 2nd hand Squiers are worth a look too - shameless plug time - I picked up a Korean 97 Precision a couple of weeks ago, but having just bought a Duff McKagan Sig Precision something has to pay for it so I`ll be putting an ad up in the week, but briefly, black, tort (from Bass Doc) rosewood, new CTS pots and Switchcraft jack. Will be looking for £140ish. Nice sized neck on it, a mans handful for sure! Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='bassmachine2112' timestamp='1382291574' post='2250225'] An older Peavey made in USA,crafted etc. Lotsa bass for the money. Lots of love for these [/quote] Good Idea but I am rather liking the look of that Vintage Mr discreet found. [quote name='Maude' timestamp='1382292165' post='2250240'] Could you not put a P neck on your jazz if money is very tight, or do you just not like the J? I bought an Aria STB series P for £40, put some 1/4 pounders and a set of Chromes on it and I think it's awesome, very light and well balanced and the Aria necks are superb. There's the Jazz version on ebay atm for £50ish, I'm sure they use the same P sized neck for both. [/quote] I am a bit funny about changing necks I just hate seeing a perfectly good bass bitsa-fied (is that a word lol) and really I would like something I could use straight away with no messing Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 (edited) [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1382292970' post='2250250'] From those above the Vintage basses definitely look worth checking out. I`ve played a Vintage P and it was very nice in the hands. Wasn`t plugged in so can`t comment on the sounds. 2nd hand Squiers are worth a look too - shameless plug time - I picked up a Korean 97 Precision a couple of weeks ago, but having just bought a Duff McKagan Sig Precision something has to pay for it so I`ll be putting an ad up in the week, but briefly, black, tort (from Bass Doc) rosewood, new CTS pots and Switchcraft jack. Will be looking for £140ish. Nice sized neck on it, a mans handful for sure! [/quote] I could well be interested Lozz depends on if mine goes we shall wait and see But Im really liking the Vintage Edited October 20, 2013 by Thunderbird Quote
Paul S Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 If I wanted to spend £200 on a Precision bass I would hold out for a Silver Series Squier. I had one and it is the second best Precision straight off the bat that I have played (the best being my newly acquired JV). They are lightweight, have a beautiful neck and a warm, dark, woody tone especially with flats on. Quote
gjones Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1382288826' post='2250147'] Right guys n gals,I have decided after much experimenting that I just do not get on with Jazz basses now I thought they would be better for my stupid knackered hands but my hands are just to big for those slim necks so I am going back to a P bass, I should hopefully have about £200 to spend when my jazz sells now what I would like to know is what brands of P basses are worth looking at now I know the obvious ones like Squire , Vintage etc will be in that price range but is there anything else worth looking at ? I am going to try the S/H route as obviously I will get a bit more bass for my smallish budget. Now any ideas will be appreciated maybe a brand I have overlooked blah blah blah you know the drill Thanks all [/quote] This one looks nice. This guy in Glasgow has sold quite a few nice basses of the years. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precision-Bass-Guitar-Fender-lic-Squier-parts-Vintage-Hi-A-Bartolini-Pickups-/231073207913"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precision-Bass-Guitar-Fender-lic-Squier-parts-Vintage-Hi-A-Bartolini-Pickups-/231073207913[/url] Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 20, 2013 Author Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='gjones' timestamp='1382296295' post='2250353'] This one looks nice. This guy in Glasgow has sold quite a few nice basses of the years. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Precision-Bass-Guitar-Fender-lic-Squier-parts-Vintage-Hi-A-Bartolini-Pickups-/231073207913"]http://www.ebay.co.u...s-/231073207913[/url] [/quote] Nice looking bass but is over budget sigh but thanks anyway Quote
gjones Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1382296496' post='2250357'] Nice looking bass but is over budget sigh but thanks anyway [/quote] He's looking for offers. A Squier body and a mighty mite neck don't come to £275. Offer him £200 and there's a good chance he may accept. Quote
cocco Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 I'd also recommend Greene Kings Vintage Tony Butler. Quote
TomWIC Posted October 20, 2013 Posted October 20, 2013 [quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1382295708' post='2250334'] If I wanted to spend £200 on a Precision bass I would hold out for a Silver Series Squier. I had one and it is the second best Precision straight off the bat that I have played (the best being my newly acquired JV). They are lightweight, have a beautiful neck and a warm, dark, woody tone especially with flats on. [/quote] I second this, I love the one you sold me Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 21, 2013 Author Posted October 21, 2013 Thanks guys is looking like it could be a toss up between a silver series and a vintage then Quote
GreeneKing Posted October 21, 2013 Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='cocco' timestamp='1382305934' post='2250546'] I'd also recommend Greene Kings Vintage Tony Butler. [/quote] Many thanks Quote
KiOgon Posted October 21, 2013 Posted October 21, 2013 Just spotted - looks good for <£200 posted http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PEAVEY-ZODIAC-BASS-WHITE-CLEARANCE-SALE-ONE-LEFT-/310774657667?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item485b9cf283 Quote
Thunderbird Posted October 21, 2013 Author Posted October 21, 2013 [quote name='KiOgon' timestamp='1382351639' post='2250885'] Just spotted - looks good for <£200 posted [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PEAVEY-ZODIAC-BASS-WHITE-CLEARANCE-SALE-ONE-LEFT-/310774657667?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item485b9cf283"]http://www.ebay.co.u...=item485b9cf283[/url] [/quote] OOO thanks looking good but must admit I got some gas for that Vintage discreet pointed out most likely will get one when/if my jazzer sells Quote
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