Which Bass And Why?

[Cat Burrito]

Before the internet and forums I was strictly one bass - a 1989 P-bass. Whilst it is great buying and selling I can't help but feel those were simpler times. I'd go with gut instinct here.

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Before the internet and forums I was strictly one bass - a 1989 P-bass. Whilst it is great buying and selling I can't help but feel those were simpler times. I'd go with gut instinct here.
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[phil.c60]

I've had my '99 Hot Rod for 8 years or so and have no intention of parting with it any time soon. As I said before, it plays nicely and has no issues plus it's very light - 7 3/4 lb. Lots of people don't like them, but I like mine.
I'd just like to have something else as well, and whilst I can afford a new one, the depreciation is certainly a factor. If everyone had said "96 P, wouldn't use it to prop open a door" I'd be clearer in my mind.
I am going to see the '96 tomorrow, and if I don't like it, a new one will always be there. As it will if I buy it, decide I don't like it and want to pass it on - at which point I probably (!) won't lose too much.

Edited September 9, 2016 by phil.c60

[Paul S]

How about a Squier JV Precision? They hold their value, to the irritation of a lot of folks on here , and are consistently good quality.

[Amrod1989]

For me I think if I had to choose from my collection only 1 to keep, it would be my American Standard Fender Jazz. It's just the full package for me.

Sounds stunning and plays like a dream.

[miles'tone]

Out of the two you mention in particular, the answer is the new American Standard.
They are very very good quality P basses right now.
You know that you love P basses. If you try one and it feels really good to you then resale value probably won't come into it. It's hardly going to be a leap into the unknown.

[Skybone]

If a P bass floats your boat, then take a trawl around the shops and find one that talks to you.