FinnDave Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Sitting here playing the lovely P bass I bought yesterday from Mr Playbass of this forum. This is my third post 2012 US Standard and seems every bit as good as my other two. I've really got to stop buying them now though! Quick pic of it lying on my lap to prove it exists! [attachment=256668:IMG_1094.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Can't have too many P basses! How does it rate compared to the 50s Classic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted October 31, 2017 Author Share Posted October 31, 2017 It's a little more careful finished the the 50s classic - the rolled fretboard edges are good on all of my US Standards, but it doesn't have the vintage feel of that big wide neck on the 50s. I just love Precision basses in all their many forms! The 50s Classic is certainly no slouch, and I paid slightly less for that new than I've paid for the used Standard, though yesterday's bass came with a quality Fender case, whereas the Classic just comes in a gig bag. I now have one too many basses, so there is a Gibson Thunderbird up for sale in the relevant part of the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Adams Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 I only have one, but I love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lou24d53 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Curious, is there much of a difference, if any, between the 2011 and 2012 Am Standard models? I’ve read pick-ups were upgraded on 2012 model on TB. I’m currently looking online at a 2011 model, but it’s too far away to try out and debating if it’s worth the gamble. Sorry, I just seem to be cluttering up your NBD threads lately with my own queries 🙄👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted October 31, 2017 Author Share Posted October 31, 2017 No problem, that's what these threads are for, I reckon. I've not had a chance to compare my 2012 (or 2015) Precisions with anything older, but my understanding is that there were substantial changes made for the 2012 model year. Certainly, there is little to choose between my 2012 Precisions and my 2015 model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lou24d53 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Cheers, there’s a 2011 model on Reverb for £849, based in Coventry, which looks pretty decent condition - sunburst, black, maple. I’ve only started looking out for a new P-bass, so I’m reluctant to dive in without getting a chance to try one out. I’ve went from looking at Classic 50’s to Roadworns to Am Standards...so, basically keeping my options open! 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 The 2008 - 11 are good basses, but imo the 2012 - 16 are better. The neck is chunkier, and the Custom Shop Pickups are much more vintagey voiced in comparison to the more modern sounding 08 - 11s. Both are finished very well, and are incredibly nice basses to play. If thinner neck but vintagey is your thing get an 08 - 11 and the Custom Shop 62 pickups, sorted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lou24d53 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Certainly an option, but cost wise I’d be looking at just under a grand when adding in the cost of new pups... I think I’ll keep looking for now...it’s still very early days in this search...👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Yeah, there is that I suppose, but when I say more modern sounding on the 08 range its not super hi-fi modern, just less middy and with a slightly sharper top end, def not a reason to veto the 08s, they`re great basses, don`t need a pickup swap at all, that`s just my personal preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machinehead Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1509484067' post='3399379'] Yeah, there is that I suppose, but when I say more modern sounding on the 08 range its not super hi-fi modern, just less middy and with a slightly sharper top end, def not a reason to veto the 08s, they`re great basses, don`t need a pickup swap at all, that`s just my personal preference. [/quote] I agree. And for me, the 08 to 11 are the best. But really, the difference is very subtle. Frank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 I love my 08 P. You could say I'm married to it as it was a wedding present from her-indoors. I also have a Yamaha Pulser 400 that's tip-top (feels very like a Nate Mendel I played recently) and an ACG Finn that's basically a P bass in a fancy suit (sorry Alan!). But having played a friend's 64 P, nothing I have compares to the feel or the tone of that bass, and I'm slightly annoyed by that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted November 1, 2017 Author Share Posted November 1, 2017 I think I should avoid playing anything better my current basses, I'm all spent out now! Not sure I'd be comfortable with a genuine vintage instrument at pub gigs, either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutton Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 I wonder how 2008 - 2016 compares to the new American Professional Series. Anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='FinnDave' timestamp='1509455742' post='3399031'] I now have one too many basses, so there is a Gibson Thunderbird up for sale in the relevant part of the forum! [/quote] I thought the T-bird was a keeper? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted November 1, 2017 Author Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='Conan' timestamp='1509536711' post='3399664'] I thought the T-bird was a keeper? [/quote] So did I, but something has to go to pay for the new Precision, and to make space for it. The T bird is a lovely bass, but I haven't gigged it much, still tend to reach for a Fender when going out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfox Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Very nice. Sunburst Maple.. classic combo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted November 1, 2017 Author Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='Highfox' timestamp='1509542578' post='3399752'] Very nice. Sunburst Maple.. classic combo [/quote] Yeah, that's why I couldn't resist it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='FinnDave' timestamp='1509537396' post='3399676'] So did I, but something has to go to pay for the new Precision, and to make space for it. The T bird is a lovely bass, but I haven't gigged it much, still tend to reach for a Fender when going out. [/quote] Ha ha! And I've just got a Thunderbird, chiefly based on your recommendation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted November 1, 2017 Author Share Posted November 1, 2017 I'm sure you won't regret it, they're great basses and I know I'll miss it, but I need money and space and this was the easiest one to part with. I've still got a through neck Epiphone T bird, with gibbo pick ups, babizc bridge, Gotoh tuners....it's a T bird through and through, but wouldn't have raised the money I need to pay for one of the two Precisions I've bought in the last couple of weeks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebassist Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 Whack up a photo of them together! I used to have loads of Jazz Basses - got none now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 That's a bit of a stunner. That would be my choice of P bass if buying one. Enjoy. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted November 1, 2017 Author Share Posted November 1, 2017 [quote name='thebassist' timestamp='1509552049' post='3399860'] Whack up a photo of them together! I used to have loads of Jazz Basses - got none now! [/quote] Which two? The two T birds, or the bird and the new P? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckman67 Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1509483087' post='3399368'] The 2008 - 11 are good basses, but imo the 2012 - 16 are better. The neck is chunkier, and the Custom Shop Pickups are much more vintagey voiced in comparison to the more modern sounding 08 - 11s. Both are finished very well, and are incredibly nice basses to play. If thinner neck but vintagey is your thing get an 08 - 11 and the Custom Shop 62 pickups, sorted. [/quote] Agreed I love my 2014 Am.Std Precision I tried the Am.Pro when they came out, but couldn't justify the difference in buying one. The Am.Std with the CS pickups just sounded better to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lou24d53 Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 My recently cleared Credit Card made me do it.......... I've just ordered a Fender American Standard Precision in Olympic White, Tort, Maple which is being delivered next Tuesday. The serial number is US1307####, which I believe dates it late 2013 / early 2014, but it is brand new from the shop, still even has the plastic covers on the tuners. Dougie is a happy bunny...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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