gary mac Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 [center]My very lovely pre CBS, 1963 Fender P Bass.[/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/MfP6be"][/url][/center] [center]It started life with the Fender see through blonde finish, which was probably removed back in the late sixties. The coating that was applied at the time has protected the wood extremely well.[/center] [center]Hard case is included in the sale, these are becoming very rare, particularly ones in good condition. This one is very good, with all the catches and hinges functioning as they should.[/center] [center]So, looks wise it's not a museum quality instrument but it is a top quality pre CBS Fender, structurally sound, no nasty surprises or damage and is truly a great player.[/center] [center]Anyway, the spec:[/center] [center]Ash body.[/center] [center]Maple neck, with Rosewood fretboard.[/center] [center]Width at nut 42 mm.[/center] [center]Fret board radius 7.25"[/center] [center]All original frets, still in superb condition.[/center] [center]I have recently fitted an original Fender Tort guard from a 59 P bass. This guard is in exceptional condition, with no breaks or cracks and is almost completely flat. It's very rare to find one all intact.[/center] [center]Original ash trays and screws.[/center] [center]Original pots, cabling and pick ups.[/center] [center]All original hardware, with a couple of exceptions, detailed down below.[/center] [center]Non original bits:[/center] [center]The tuner fixing screws are replacement Pure Vintage Fender.[/center] [center]The knobs are replacement, from the Pure Vintage Fender range.[/center] [center]The Hootenanny strap button on the rear of headstock is a replacement from the Pure Vintage Fender range.[/center] [center]The headstock was also over sprayed and therefore the decal still looks great.[/center] [center]This is a lovely instrument to play. The pick ups are warm sounding, very punchy and powerful. With a reading of 11k ohms.[/center] [center]The fret work is impressively good. I've set it up with a low action, which is buzz free.[/center] [center]Truss rod functions perfectly in both directions.[/center] [center]The neck does not suffer from any dead spots.[/center] [center]The fret board is a very attractive, dark piece of timber and is in excellent condition.[/center] [center]I have noticed that if I don't play it for a few days the tone pot crackles a bit. A couple of turns back and forth sort it out, so I'm not considering replacing it. EDIT. Just sprayed this up with Deoxit and it is now completely crackle free [/center] [center]My price is £4,400 or very near offer.[/center] [center]I haven't quoted a postage price, as I would be much prefer any potential purchaser to come on over to my place in Hertfordshire, have a brew, inspect the bass and try it out.[/center] If you don't want to travel and posting is required, then we can discuss the options [url="https://flic.kr/p/Md9Uib"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/MjVmLG"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/Mo6XXV"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/LWgpcq"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/BYxcgx"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/CNCLAZ"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/CVVSi8"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/CG2Tsn"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/D5VVEP"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/DB6zcG"][/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 So nice!! If this was a few years ago........ Si Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 Witness the fitness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 Stunning. Have a bump. It looks in better nick than I do for the age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffffy Posted September 20, 2016 Share Posted September 20, 2016 soundclip ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted September 20, 2016 Author Share Posted September 20, 2016 [quote name='Duffffy' timestamp='1474370920' post='3137426'] soundclip ? [/quote]e Sorry Tomas I don't have any sound clips. I could do a video clip but not sure that it would provide a decent representation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffffy Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 [quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1474402731' post='3137797'] e Sorry Tomas I don't have any sound clips. I could do a video clip but not sure that it would provide a decent representation. [/quote] make videoclip. lets hear this beauty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 That's beautiful!! If only!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass is the place Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 That's a beauty! It looks much better with that scratch plate too. GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 The clips just go to the Yahoo sign in page Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted September 22, 2016 Author Share Posted September 22, 2016 [quote name='Thunderbird' timestamp='1474573082' post='3138974'] The clips just go to the Yahoo sign in page Gary [/quote] Suspected that might be the case, thanks Thunderbird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Normski Posted September 23, 2016 Share Posted September 23, 2016 Very tempting Gary! Still loving the 66 Jazz I bought from you man. Mmm! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretless bob Posted September 23, 2016 Share Posted September 23, 2016 Is that an ash body? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted September 23, 2016 Author Share Posted September 23, 2016 [quote name='fretless bob' timestamp='1474591295' post='3139126'] Is that an ash body? [/quote] It is Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0353203 Posted September 23, 2016 Share Posted September 23, 2016 I've played this bass, it is a wonderful example - you won't regret it if you buy it. Cheers, Si Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted September 25, 2016 Author Share Posted September 25, 2016 [quote name='Normski' timestamp='1474589418' post='3139120'] Very tempting Gary! Still loving the 66 Jazz I bought from you man. Mmm! [/quote] Thanks Norm, that Jazz was one of the really great ones. [quote name='0353203' timestamp='1474656321' post='3139718'] I've played this bass, it is a wonderful example - you won't regret it if you buy it. Cheers, Si [/quote] Thanks Si Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted September 28, 2016 Author Share Posted September 28, 2016 Bumped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted September 30, 2016 Author Share Posted September 30, 2016 bump for the weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted October 1, 2016 Share Posted October 1, 2016 Beautiful bass, top BCer...have a bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted October 3, 2016 Author Share Posted October 3, 2016 [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1475314645' post='3144925'] Beautiful bass, top BCer...have a bump [/quote] Appreciated, thanks Mick. Another week, another bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted October 5, 2016 Author Share Posted October 5, 2016 bumped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted October 7, 2016 Author Share Posted October 7, 2016 It's a still here type bump Make me a near offer (by pm only, thanks). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted October 9, 2016 Author Share Posted October 9, 2016 No offers yet, so it's still here and awaiting a new home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted October 9, 2016 Share Posted October 9, 2016 Cheap compared to this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1966-Fender-Precision-Bass-Vintage-Electric-Guitar-Sunburst-USA-w-OHSC-/262661660231?hash=item3d27dade47:g:hNYAAOSwdIFX0KP4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffffy Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 i am not into NATURALS , but this is the sexiest i have ever seen. that ASH must be killer. GLWS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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