FuNkShUi Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 So ive had this for a week now. Played two gigs and had about 4 hours practice with it, so im familiar with it. Here's some terrible pictures of it: [URL=http://s674.photobucket.com/user/FuNkShUi/media/20140901_171019.jpg.html][IMG]http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv109/FuNkShUi/20140901_171019.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s674.photobucket.com/user/FuNkShUi/media/20140901_17110_edit_1409596671972.jpg.html][IMG]http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv109/FuNkShUi/20140901_17110_edit_1409596671972.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s674.photobucket.com/user/FuNkShUi/media/20140901_171026.jpg.html][IMG]http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv109/FuNkShUi/20140901_171026.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s674.photobucket.com/user/FuNkShUi/media/20140901_171042.jpg.html][IMG]http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv109/FuNkShUi/20140901_171042.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s674.photobucket.com/user/FuNkShUi/media/20140901_171137.jpg.html][IMG]http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv109/FuNkShUi/20140901_171137.jpg[/IMG][/URL] I saw it on the Limelight website, and i pretty much decided there and then that i was going to have it. If you asked me to describe my ideal bass, this wouldnt be far off. So how could i say no?!?! Lovely looking bass IMO. I was quite surprised by how accurate the relicing was. There is wear exactly in the places there would be, if i had actually used this bass since '63. Just a coincidence of where i anchor my thumb i suppose, but still, a pleasant coincidence! Feels extremely comfortable, and is pretty light. Light enough so that it doesnt bother me when playing it. One gig lasted 3 hours, and i was fine the next day. The pickups give the bass a great vintage sound to my ear. I love how slim and easy the neck is to play. Im pretty sure its a jazz shaped neck. Certainly feels like one Im so happy with it, its now my gigging bass. This is saying quite a lot for me as its ousted my '87 Warwick Streamer. All in all, couldnt be happier. Would recommend a Limelight to anyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Yes, it is a jazz neck. I hummed and hawed about that one for a couple of weeks but it was just a tad too reliced for me. Beautiful bass though and many congrats. Make sure you put some photos on the Show us your Limelight (porn) thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted September 1, 2014 Author Share Posted September 1, 2014 I thought it was. Wasnt 100% on it though. Yes i will add to the porn thread shortly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geek99 Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Not big on red but that's a nice job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miles'tone Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Nice one! Saw that on the website myself (twas my fave on there actually) Congrats, it's a belter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 (edited) Schwing! Is this one of the leaked porn pictures from the hacked iCloud they've been talking about on the news? :-P Seriously nice bass though! Limelight basses are fantastic quality and I'm sure you'll be smitten. Most of us who bought one are :-) Edited September 1, 2014 by skej21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 This is HAWT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Great looking bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 Yeh im really happy with it As most people seem to be with their Limelights! Mark is a good guy too, if i ever feel the need to get a jazz, I'll be contacting Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bh2 Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Congratulations... what a corker!! That neck looks lovely. If I didn't have a vintage fender I'd be off to Limelight for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 Thanks Yeh i didnt think id ever be playing a vintage esque instrument, because i'd be too worred about damaging it. This is a great alternative though. As mentioned, im really happy with it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raslee Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Welcome to the club, that's a lovely 'P' - your red was nearly mine but i opted for an aged white one instead. Mine has become my main gigging bass now, mostly for weight compared to my 74 jazz, but i find that the more I play the Limelight the more it feels like and old friend and I'm actually really enjoying the P' bass vibes in my soul/funk band. Enjoy the Limelight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Awesome Congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Valdemar Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Love that colour. Jet Harris played one just like it in The Young Ones, an image that may well have kicked off my P bass obsession... When I am next on the lookout for a Precision, I am pretty much convinced that Limelight is the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted September 3, 2014 Author Share Posted September 3, 2014 Cheers guys Cosmo, id be the first to recommend. Well maybe 3rd or 4th behind Discreet and Karlfer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skej21 Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 [quote name='FuNkShUi' timestamp='1409754747' post='2542984'] Cheers guys Cosmo, id be the first to recommend. Well maybe 3rd or 4th behind Discreet and Karlfer [/quote] And me!! I absolutely love mine. Nicest precision I've ever played, no contest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted September 3, 2014 Author Share Posted September 3, 2014 4th it is then hahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LemonCello Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I've got a '63 P on order. Burgundy Mist heavy relic with matching headstock. Can't wait to get my paws on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblueplanet Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 It was seeing this P on the website that made me enquire after a possible lefty. Sadly no :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 [quote name='FuNkShUi' timestamp='1409754747' post='2542984'] Cheers guys Cosmo, id be the first to recommend. Well maybe 3rd or 4th behind Discreet and Karlfer [/quote] Oh yus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njr911 Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 [quote name='LemonCello' timestamp='1410901558' post='2554592'] I've got a '63 P on order. Burgundy Mist heavy relic with matching headstock. Can't wait to get my paws on it [/quote] Now that I want to see! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanEly Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Now waiting for my heavy relic P, olympic white over Candy apple red, matching headstock and chrome covers. The weeks are going incredibly slowly to say the least Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njr911 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 sounds very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M@23 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Looks great!! Just off to check Limelight website... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted October 4, 2014 Author Share Posted October 4, 2014 I am thinking about ringing mark to sort me out a matching jazz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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