wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Hey gang I went to have a look at a new American Standard Precision that someone was selling over the weekend. It was very nice, but I'm just not a new shiny bass kind-of-guy. The seller was also selling a Limelight '63 Jazz medium relic. Now, I swore myself off Jazzes a while ago when I sold my '71, but this thing was smiling at me in an 'aren't I pretty?' kind of way. Next thing I know, I've bought the bugger. I'm so shallow.... As you can see, it's very, very nice. Lovely weight, nice and resonant. I know there are a lot of relic haters out there, but if it's been tastefully I've never had an issue with it. And this has been done extremely well IMO. For some reason the previous owner has removed the Limelight signature from the back (just done in marker pen, I think?) - which is a shame - and, bizarrely - the 'offset body' logo from the headstock. Dunno why. I've actually been talking to Mark at Limelight about getting a lightly relic'd P - if I still don't connect with Jazzes, this is such a good job a Limelight P could well be on the cards. We'll see... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tredders Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 That looks really nice - the relic work doesn't look too contrived. Have to say, I keep looking at the Pino-like P bass on Classic & Cool, but I've never played a Limelight, nor do I know anyone who has. Do me a favour and tell me that the Jazz plays like a dog? It'll save me from buying another bass I don't really need if you do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 That's the way to produce a relic. Really looks the part. Hope you enjoy WOT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1402915608' post='2477758'] That's the way to produce a relic. Really looks the part. [/quote] Doesn't it? I was never keen on Bravewood - I always thought they looked like they'd been nibbled by rodents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 (edited) [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1402917647' post='2477792'] Doesn't it? I was never keen on Bravewood - I always thought they looked like they'd been nibbled by rodents. [/quote] Many people are unware of their patent Rodetn Nibbling Process™. Edited June 16, 2014 by JapanAxe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimijimmi Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 lovely looking bass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Is it the photo or does the back of the neck look smooth and glossy whilst the body looks a bit battered (In a good way, I like it) nice though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 That neck looks good enough to eat! Very tasteful. I must admit, I don't mind the Fender RW basses and guitars. I'm not so keen on Sandberg though; they look great in pictures but close up....nah...looks odd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTB Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Fantastic, mojo aplenty! May I start the orderly queue of those happy to take this off your hands if you decide you'd prefer a P :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1402918472' post='2477812'] Is it the photo or does the back of the neck look smooth and glossy whilst the body looks a bit battered (In a good way, I like it) [/quote] Yep - it looks like the neck was left intentionally relic'd-but-glossy.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbobothy Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 For what it's worth my Limelight '62 Heavy Relic P bass is fab to play and sounds ace. Welcome to the LL family lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 I made some sound clips. (Disclaimer: I'm just a dabbler when it comes to home recording) [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6np-PCYITrw[/media] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1402935521' post='2478074'] Yep - it looks like the neck was left intentionally relic'd-but-glossy.... [/quote] Strange - satin I could understand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1402944349' post='2478178'] I made some sound clips. (Disclaimer: I'm just a dabbler when it comes to home recording) [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6np-PCYITrw[/media] [/quote] Lots of growl, I like it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1402944828' post='2478188'] Strange - satin I could understand [/quote] Maybe the buyer specified it? I dunno. Personally, I prefer glossy so it works fer me. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Bit of a silly question but are these limelight basses made with proper Fender parts or are they actually limelight made just with a Fender decal stuck on the headstock? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1402945604' post='2478206'] Bit of a silly question but are these limelight basses made with proper Fender parts or are they actually limelight made just with a Fender decal stuck on the headstock? [/quote] I have no idea. The necks are made in Scotland, apparently. Dunno about the rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBass Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Gotta WOT, it sounds amazing! Hoping the P's sound even better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martthebass Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 (edited) Sounds v.similar to my 63 heavy relic WOT.....cept your playing's better! The neck on mine is more satin but still has coat over the wood so the 'sweat' stain is fully sealed. The offset body bit of the decal is on mine so not sure on that one. Nice score mate. Edited June 16, 2014 by martthebass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bh2 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 (edited) Absolutely gorgeous... machines are 70s style though. Love the detail, that neck looks a dream. Nice playing! Edited June 16, 2014 by bh2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 What strings are they Michael ?? The bass sounds great btw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted June 16, 2014 Author Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='kennyrodgers' timestamp='1402947300' post='2478240'] What strings are they Michael ?? The bass sounds great btw. [/quote] It's the rounds it was wearing when I got it.... not sure of the brand. The flats will be going on soon [quote name='bh2' timestamp='1402947258' post='2478238'] Absolutely gorgeous... machines are 70s style though. Love the detail, that neck looks a dream. Nice playing! [/quote] Well spotted, and.. thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 [quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1402948519' post='2478258'] It's the rounds it was wearing when I got it.... not sure of the brand. The flats will be going on soon Well spotted, and.. thank you [/quote] Good choice. I have a nice set of flats waiting for mine when it arrives. I'll be recording a before and after so people can hear the difference :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marsy Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Looks great Michael, enjoy your new bass ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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