Dogz73 Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 (edited) Selling my Fender special P in black with tort plate. Has upgraded Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounder pups fitted and sounds awsome. (Stock pups will also be included) 1 small ding on the back but otherwise in superb condition. Comes with Hiscox hardcase. UK delivery included in the price but collection from Cardiff welcome. Edited November 12, 2015 by Dogz73
garry warrington Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 In what way do the SD pickups sound better than the originals? Thanks
Dogz73 Posted October 31, 2015 Author Posted October 31, 2015 Sorry had these quarter Pounders on it when bought it so can't really comment about the sound difference.
adamlunt Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 [quote name='garry warrington' timestamp='1446304678' post='2898496'] In what way do the SD pickups sound better than the originals? Thanks [/quote] I've played one of these before, and I found the pickup lacked the fullness and power you'd expect from a US made Precision. I have had a P with a Quarter Pounder in it and I noticed it was loud and perhaps a little "scooped" sounding, but in a tasteful and useable way. I guess thats why a lot of punk and rock guys use them.
project_c Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 Sorry to butt in, just a note to say I have a black/maple precision with sd qp's, and it's my favourite bass - the qp's add a lot of punch in the low-mids, they make precisions sound a lot more substantial than the stock pickups. It's the one bass that always gets compliments wherever I play it, so i'd say it's a good upgrade for sure.
petergales Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 [quote name='project_c' timestamp='1446332389' post='2898697'] Sorry to butt in, just a note to say I have a black/maple precision with sd qp's, and it's my favourite bass - the qp's add a lot of punch in the low-mids, they make precisions sound a lot more substantial than the stock pickups. It's the one bass that always gets compliments wherever I play it, so i'd say it's a good upgrade for sure. [/quote] +1 from me.
tom1946 Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 Does the 'special' P differ from the USA Standard P?
Dogz73 Posted November 1, 2015 Author Posted November 1, 2015 I think there are a few differences. The Special has a thinner neck which was what sold it for me, its more like a J neck and really easy to play. I think the bridge and tuners are different but in what way I'm not sure. THe PUPs are upgraded so not relevent but I do have the stock pups somewhere that i will include.
adamlunt Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 My US Standard has a few differences, mainly in the neck and hardware. Hi-mass bridge (string through body or bridge), better tuners, graphite-reinforced neck (helps with stability and dead spots), compound radius (flatter up top for faster playing), finish on the back of the neck is nicer as well (half way between glossy and smooth/satin) which is very comfortable. Mine is a 2011, and they've since added Custom Shop pickups and different finish options. I almost bought a US Special FSR with the honey finish… could'a would'a should'a.
adamlunt Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 [quote name='EddyGlee' timestamp='1446403735' post='2899147'] Hi Adam, The Fender Am Standard hasn't got a compound radius! it has a straight 9.5" radius. [/quote] My bad. Damn fine neck anyhow!
timhiggins Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 The specials also have the greasebucket circuitry which i prefer to the standard ...very tempting !
Marc S Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 Really nice looking bass Bump for a great seller, and good BC'er to deal with
Damonjames Posted November 8, 2015 Posted November 8, 2015 Could we get some more pics of the back of the body and headstock? Are you interested in any part trades?
Marc S Posted November 9, 2015 Posted November 9, 2015 Went to take a look at this bass the other day As usual Dogz73 has kept this bass in superb condition It's a lovely bass, well worth the asking price and he's a great guy to deal with GLWTS
Damonjames Posted November 11, 2015 Posted November 11, 2015 (edited) You really aren't helping here!!! I'm short on making a genuine offer on this or id be in touch!! GLWTS Edited November 11, 2015 by Damonjames
Dogz73 Posted November 11, 2015 Author Posted November 11, 2015 On eBay at £620 with a few watchers so get in quick at this price 👍
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