Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Hi all. I have been playing a few months on an unbranded second hand precision bass I bought for £50 just to see how I got on and want to upgrade to something more worthwhile. I want a precision bass and in an ideal world it would be white with a black scratchplate. I am looking at the Squier Classic 60’s https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/squier-classic-vibe-60s-precision-bass-laurel-fb-olympic-white?utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-uH6BRDQARIsAI3I-UcfLaUm2kd6bYW9CkhYIjP5KNGTfM7upUaMd4DkoHpURzSXFLVzMyUaAisuEALw_wcB But before I pull the trigger does anyone have any better suggestions. I don’t care if it is second hand but it needs to be delivered as I am a bit of a cripple and can’t travel about to collect anything unless it is really close. Really appreciate any input Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Nothing wrong with those if you want a P. Sandberg Electra is another good choice but a bit more money. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 If you like a chunky neck the Vintage V4 is worth checking out, slimmer neck then the Squier would be a good choice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 20 minutes ago, Lozz196 said: If you like a chunky neck the Vintage V4 is worth checking out, slimmer neck then the Squier would be a good choice. I have looked at those and yeah they seemed perfect, would have one of those too. You say they are comparable in quality? I’ll see if I can find one Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Browning Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Where are you Jon? It may help in case one of the good folk on here can act as courier and help get a bass to you. Obviously, also check the classifieds on here. Might also be worth measuring the width at the nut so you have an idea of the size of neck you're used to. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 11 minutes ago, Steve Browning said: Where are you Jon? It may help in case one of the good folk on here can act as courier and help get a bass to you. Obviously, also check the classifieds on here. Might also be worth measuring the width at the nut so you have an idea of the size of neck you're used to. I live in Weston super Mare out in the West Country. I don’t mind paying for things to be couriered, a lot of the companies are really good. A few cowboys about though. I have had a look at the Vintage range as that is what the local music store stocks and they play well enough for me. I’m not exactly brilliant so as much as I would love a fender it would be wasted on me. Thanks for all the help guys Jon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 Gear4Music have this https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Vintage-V4-Reissued-Bass-MN-Vintage-White-Ex-Demo/3JWM What do people think of this vs the Squier https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Squier-Classic-Vibe-60s-Precision-Bass-LRL-Olympic-White/2U5E I have read reviews of both and majority favour the Squier but a lot of people who own the Vintage swear by it. Money is tight so that is also a factor. However the Squiers seem to really hold their value, not that I intend to sell it Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Browning Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 If money is tight and you like the Vintage then get that and put the change towards a s/h Japanese Fender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuzzie Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Come up to Bristol and play a few in PMT (if they allow it!) - it will gives you an idea of What you feel comfortable with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooky_lowdown Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 I'd take the Vintage V4 over the new Squier CV's anyday. I'd also say the V4 are better than the older Mexican Fenders (90s and 00s) in both sound and build quality. However, there are always very good ones as well as very bad ones in any range, even US Fenders! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidder652003 Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 check out these reviews and save yourself £100 minimum https://www.thomann.de/gb/harley_benton_pj_74ow_vintage.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 7 minutes ago, Cuzzie said: Come up to Bristol and play a few in PMT (if they allow it!) - it will gives you an idea of What you feel comfortable with I’ve played a few in my price range and I like the Squier Classic 60’s and the Vintage V4 series Truth is there aren’t many Precision basses in my price range. Thanks for the thought Jon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidder652003 Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 6 minutes ago, Useless amateur said: I’ve played a few in my price range and I like the Squier Classic 60’s and the Vintage V4 series Truth is there aren’t many Precision basses in my price range. Thanks for the thought Jon and this just in here on this very forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 Just now, skidder652003 said: and this just in here on this very forum Yeah thanks, I found that a short while ago and I have asked @Lozz196 if he would be willing to courier it to me Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oopsdabassist Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 (edited) Lozz is a top bloke, I'm sure you'll come to a good arrangement Oh and welcome to basschat!! Edited September 9, 2020 by Oopsdabassist 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 17 minutes ago, Oopsdabassist said: Lozz is a top bloke, I'm sure you'll come to a good arrangement Oh and welcome to basschat!! Thanks, and thanks for the welcome 😂 Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lownote Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Revelation P bass ( Bass Gallery, other) is awesome for the price (< £200 new). Curious about your user name. Bit negative? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Browning Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Possibility of a Basschat relay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 1 minute ago, lownote12 said: Revelation P bass ( Bass Gallery, other) is awesome for the price (< £200 new). Curious about your user name. Bit negative? Yeah it is, the useless refers to my body which is falling apart spectacularly and amateur as I have only been playing bass for a few months 👍 Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Hi Jon , and welcome 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 9, 2020 Author Share Posted September 9, 2020 32 minutes ago, Reggaebass said: Hi Jon , and welcome 👍 Cheers 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Browning Posted September 10, 2020 Share Posted September 10, 2020 13 hours ago, Steve Browning said: Possibility of a Basschat relay? Jon You may not have got this but we have had instances where members have banded together to pick up a bass and (maybe via a number of different members) transported something from seller to buyer. Maybe that would help you in this case. Shame to let a bargain slip through your fingers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 10, 2020 Author Share Posted September 10, 2020 7 minutes ago, Steve Browning said: Jon You may not have got this but we have had instances where members have banded together to pick up a bass and (maybe via a number of different members) transported something from seller to buyer. Maybe that would help you in this case. Shame to let a bargain slip through your fingers. That is amazingly kind but I only joined the forum yesterday so I certainly wouldn’t be expecting anyone to do anything like that for me. Expecting is the wrong word but I hope you get what I am saying. Thanks Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted September 10, 2020 Share Posted September 10, 2020 If there’s something you like in the East London area, I’m happy to help it on its journey ☝️ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Useless amateur Posted September 10, 2020 Author Share Posted September 10, 2020 Thanks very much. East, East, East London Hammers fan 😂😂 Jon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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