Fender Cowpoke

[RickyV]

Had a look at one of these this morning in the local music shop. Really nice lightweight body, slim neck. Felt good in the hand. Unfortunately didnt have time to plug it in and hear what it sounded like. I am in the market for a PJ and this on first look fits the bill. Anybody with any experience of one though? They dont seem to come up very often. Also the price - in the shop for £395. Sound about right?
Input appreciated. Cheers.

[NoirBass]

I really like mine, as you say the neck is great.

I would have a good go with it first though as it sounds a little different to your usual passive PJ.
Not in a bad way, just different.

Price seems fair to me too.

[White Cloud]

Yup, I have one too.

I love it - lovely neck, good weight and very well built. It doesn't sound like your run of the mill P bass...but I love it. £395 is a very fair price imo.

[RickyV]

Thanks chaps. Think I need to go back in and hear it for myself.

[White Cloud]

It is active, I believe the preamp is a Kubicki? Sounds good. The body is Poplar with an Ash top (visible through the translucent finish).

From what I've been told they were only produced for 2 years in Mexico between 94-96...they flung the kitchen sink at them to prove they could build USA quality basses.

Interesting basses and quite highly regarded.