MacDaddy Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 (edited) Well it was actually a couple of weeks ago, but here is my 80’s MIJ Charvel 2B. 80’s as in 30 years old, rather than just being in an 80’s style. Having found myself in the inexplicable position of only owning one bass, I wanted an inexpensive bass for mainly home use, but something quality enough to gig with. As I’m learning songs in different tunings, I wanted a bass with headstock tuners (as opposed to the bridge tuners on my headless bass) for ease of use, passive, and with a comfortable neck. The Charvel ticked all the boxes, plus it is a bit of a throwback to my misspent youth, pointy headstock and all. Condition is good with a tad of mojo on the bottom of the body, I’m guessing from being plonked down on the floor and not on a stand over the years. Unusually (but happily) for old pointy headstocks, there are no dents or chips on the point. It has been upgraded with a Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounder, so sounds immense. Weight comes in at a tad over 9 lbs. I’ve had a Charvel guitar before, but I was still surprised to see that the basses are also made with the 2 piece neck. I’ve tried to show the join in the pic. So, happy happy joy joy :-) Edited July 7, 2016 by MacDaddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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paul h Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 None more eighties! Nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowhand_mike Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 pointy headstock - check chunky body - check 80's style - check good for metal? - check Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cetera Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Score! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 it's really comfortable to play too, even though I prefer medium scale. The only problem is the j pup is now suffering in comparison to the SD. At some point in the future I may upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Valdemar Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 [quote name='MacDaddy' timestamp='1468588632' post='3091986'] it's really comfortable to play too, even though I prefer medium scale. The only problem is the j pup is now suffering in comparison to the SD. At some point in the future I may upgrade. [/quote] I used to have one just like yours and the stock pickups were very weak... They were marked 'Jackson', not clear form the pics if yours is too. I'm not surprised the QP is overpowering it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 Yup it's marked Jackson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Are you keeping an eye out for a proper neck to replace that pointy one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowhand_mike Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 a pointy neck has its uses for proding the singer when they are showing off too much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted July 25, 2016 Author Share Posted July 25, 2016 [quote name='lowhand_mike' timestamp='1467889801' post='3087028'] pointy headstock - check chunky body - check 80's style - check good for metal? - check [/quote] I used it at rehearsal yesterday and can confirm it is indeed good for metal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoonBassAlpha Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Suspected it might be! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 [quote name='Cosmo Valdemar' timestamp='1468588836' post='3091992'] I used to have one just like yours and the stock pickups were very weak... They were marked 'Jackson', not clear form the pics if yours is too. I'm not surprised the QP is overpowering it! [/quote] Interestingly, I've recently snagged a 575 (may well be my actual bass that I bought new in the 80's) and I was shocked when I compared the output to my Warwicks. I suppose it shouldn't be such a shock and it's like comparing apples and oranges! I'm not going to change the electronics, I'll just need to get used to boosting the amp input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassbiscuits Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 I had a model 1B back in about 1990 to 1992 (same as this but just a P pickup, and a maple board) and it was a great bass. Was in a metal band at the time so it went nicely with my guitarist's BC Rich. Ahem. Good bass tho - secretly kind of wish I still had it really... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 I'd love one of these for knocking out Megadeth covers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted October 17, 2016 Author Share Posted October 17, 2016 And now sold. [size=4] [/size] http://basschat.co.uk/topic/292754-charvel-2b/#entry3144754 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mep Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 (edited) I had a black one since new when they first came out. Recently sold it though. Great bass and amazing build quality for the price. Stock pups were replaced years ago and fairly recently again EMG's. Had some great times with it. TBH since I got my Stingray I much preferred the neck and I used it less and less which is why I eventually sold it when I had a recent clear out. I'm sure you'll enjoy yours. Edited October 17, 2016 by mep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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