Andermtc Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 15 hours ago, vates said: Did anyone try the new shortscale bass from Ashdown? Here's the link. Apparently, it's in its early stages. The info on their site is lacking. Body wood unknown, no full specs, pictures show 20 frets instead of 19 etc. They had a few prototypes at the end of last year that they put on reverb, so there are are a few out there. I tried to buy a green one but due to a mix up missed out, waiting for them to come in, I think they were hoping to have them by now although not spoken to them about them for a while now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vates Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 46 minutes ago, Andermtc said: They had a few prototypes at the end of last year that they put on reverb, so there are are a few out there. I tried to buy a green one but due to a mix up missed out, waiting for them to come in, I think they were hoping to have them by now although not spoken to them about them for a while now. I've sent an info request to clarify some details. No reply so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 An arty shot of the JMJ taken by Saturday’s house photographer. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vates Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 purdy I desperately need a JMJ. don't know why, probably herd behavior... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adee Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 16 minutes ago, vates said: purdy I desperately need a JMJ. don't know why, probably herd behavior... You DO NEED a JMJ, certainly not herd behavior, they are truly excellent basses as everyone will concur ! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 14 minutes ago, Adee said: You DO NEED a JMJ, certainly not herd behavior, they are truly excellent basses as everyone will concur ! Agree, def one of the best basses I’ve ever played, they just work so well (for me that is). 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 5 hours ago, vates said: purdy I desperately need a JMJ. don't know why, probably herd behavior... One of the best off the peg bass purchases I've ever made. It has transformed my outlook on what I like. I tried one out pre covid and again after the first lockdown, finally ordering one online in Feb 2021. Easily the best, non boutique shorty I've tried and currently my go to bass. 5 hours ago, Adee said: You DO NEED a JMJ, certainly not herd behaviour, they are truly excellent basses as everyone will concur ! 5 hours ago, Lozz196 said: Agree, def one of the best basses I’ve ever played, they just work so well (for me that is). The herd is sometimes right and definitely in this case. DO IT! DO IT! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 7 hours ago, vates said: purdy I desperately need a JMJ. don't know why, probably herd behavior... I'm heading (herding?) in the same direction... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamIAm Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 7 hours ago, vates said: I desperately need a JMJ. don't know why, probably herd behavior... Following the herd ... or acting on what you have heard!? S'manth x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrumpymike Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 7 minutes ago, scrumpymike said: I'm heading (herding?) in the same direction... Never been a fan of distressed finishes though. Does any of the other Mustang variants have the same spec apart from the finish? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloney Balderdash Posted July 26, 2023 Author Share Posted July 26, 2023 (edited) The JMJ Mustang might be a fantastic bass, but I just can't live with the really poor upper frets access of all the Squier and Fender Mustang basses, so if I do get something Mustang like it will by far most likely be the considerably cheaper Harley Benton take on it, which beside considerably improved upper fret access also comes with a properly contoured body. Though the next bass I foresee acquiring will be one of those new metallic green Squier Paranormal Rascal basses. Edited July 26, 2023 by Baloney Balderdash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 23 minutes ago, scrumpymike said: Never been a fan of distressed finishes though. Does any of the other Mustang variants have the same spec apart from the finish? I’m afraid not. The Vintera comes close, but doesn’t have the custom Seymour Duncan pickup or the nitro finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 7 hours ago, vates said: I desperately need a JMJ. 38 minutes ago, scrumpymike said: I'm heading (herding?) in the same direction... Just a heads up, not enabling or anything (much ) : 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meterman Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 Chiming in with the herd here, but the JMJ Mustangs really are very good instruments indeed. I almost bought one from GAK when I still lived in the UK, it felt and sounded like an excellent example of all the 1960s Mustangs I’d played previously and certainly better than the 70s ones I’d owned. Black finish wasn’t an option then otherwise I might have handed my bank card over! Yes, the relicing isn’t to everyone’s taste (me included) and yes the lack of upper fret access will definitely be an issue for players who are used to 20+ frets on their basses, but if you’re in the market for a Mustang - vintage or otherwise - they’re well worth it imho 👍 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 1 hour ago, scrumpymike said: Never been a fan of distressed finishes though. Does any of the other Mustang variants have the same spec apart from the finish? Maybe this JMJ refinned in sherwood green metallic nitro would float your boat? Seems like it was modded with care and attention to detail https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/275929984807?epid=15037201791&hash=item403eb56f27:g:smUAAOSwDzFkoG~S 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 2 hours ago, scrumpymike said: Never been a fan of distressed finishes though. Does any of the other Mustang variants have the same spec apart from the finish? The American Performer has same width neck as the JMJ, does have an additional Jazz pickup but the rest pretty similar. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andermtc Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 11 hours ago, vates said: I've sent an info request to clarify some details. No reply so far. They are apparently due in stock in a few weeks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vates Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 Thanks everyone! I guess there’s no escape from a JMJ in my future. Ticks all the boxes: nut width and fb radius, rw board, better (wider, fuller) pickup, distressed nitro, daphne blue (!). Meanwhile, my go-to shortie is Gibson LPDC Tribute. Well modded. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted July 26, 2023 Share Posted July 26, 2023 3 minutes ago, vates said: Thanks everyone! I guess there’s no escape from a JMJ in my future. Ticks all the boxes: nut width and fb radius, rw board, better (wider, fuller) pickup, distressed nitro, daphne blue (!). Meanwhile, my go-to shortie is Gibson LPDC Tribute. Well modded. Get one and fill it with big pickups, you know you want to 😁 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vates Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 On 26/07/2023 at 09:38, vates said: I've sent an info request to clarify some details. No reply so far. I've just got a response from Ashdown. Nut width 38mm. Hard pass. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnDaBass Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 (edited) NBD Gibson Les Paul DC Tribute. Drove to Southampton to pick this lovely bass up last Thursday from a real Gentleman Basschatter. Sounds and plays wonderfully. My deteriorating arthritis in my left hand has forced me to play short scale basses exclusively. But joyfully. Edited July 27, 2023 by JohnDaBass 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 Q: are buyers of the JMJ replacing the bridge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelDean Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 1 minute ago, TheGreek said: Q: are buyers of the JMJ replacing the bridge? As far as I know, there isn't any drop in replacement. It's a good design though. Nothing has gone wrong on the bridge of my 76 'stang. What's made you ask? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 I'm a minimalist in general. I prefer design to be concise and compact. I'm not overly impressed with the bridge which hints at 60s design rather than being contemporary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHM Posted July 27, 2023 Share Posted July 27, 2023 30 minutes ago, JohnDaBass said: NBD Gibson Les Paul DC Tribute. Drove to Southampton to pick this lovely bass up last Thursday from a real Gentleman Basschatter. Sounds and plays wonderfully. My deteriorating arthritis in my left hand has forced me to play short scale basses exclusively. But joyfully. same colour as mine. A fab bit of kit. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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