hartgeh28e30 Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 Simply, I have a stingray 3eq and love it but I just can't get on with the neck thickness front to back. I also have gas for a PJ configuration bass. Any recommendations for a high end PJ style bass with more of a jazz bass size neck? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 Not associated with this sale. It's hard, so very hard, to go wrong with a Japanese Sadowsky Metro https://www.basschat.co.uk/topic/462683-sadowsky-metro-mv4-hpj If you're comfortable with putting one together, make one. That's what I'm doing. I have a Warmoth J neck coming soon and a Highway One body waiting for it with an EMG Geezer PJ set. I'll most likely replace the body but it's the starting point to getting what I want, which I can't find as stock anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunderwonder Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 There's a Mex P Deluxe in the classifieds which has your name on it. P and J pickups on a slim P body with a slim almost jazz neck. 18V preamp as well. Not exactly 'high end' but for 650 quid it's a bargain performer. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 If really like your Ray and you're ok with the nut width but it's the profile you don't like, have you considered getting a luthier to shave a bit off the depth of the neck? I'd have thought it should be possible. Or even getting an entire new neck made? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 (edited) I understand that the Sire P series (P-J) basses have the same thinner neck profile as their V series (Jazz) siblings. The P10s are lovely, properly high-end instruments. https://www.andertons.co.uk/brands/sire/sire-p-series-basses/p10-basses Edited March 30, 2022 by Rich 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 1 hour ago, Downunderwonder said: There's a Mex P Deluxe in the classifieds which has your name on it. P and J pickups on a slim P body with a slim almost jazz neck. 18V preamp as well. Not exactly 'high end' but for 650 quid it's a bargain performer. This would be my suggestion too, these basses perform a lot better than their Mex tag would suggest, as they are on the higher price bracket of the Mex range. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeftyJ Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 If you like the Stingray tone and the looks, MM also has the Sterling and the SLO Special. The Sterling is basically a slimmed-down Ray with a ceramic pickup instead of alnico and a J-style neck profile. The SLO Special is your regular Stingray, but with a Sterling neck. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Dare Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 I have the Mexican P Bass Special , which is exactly what you describe. Nice instrument, although it doesn't do the Precision thang quite as well as a full fat P bass. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy109 Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 I love my Lakland 44-64 pj. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 Sandberg California II VT4 Lovely thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 Fender Precision Lyte is good - not made anymore (late 80s to mid 90s I think) but often pop up secondhand. MIJ, scaled down stratocaster sized body, exceptionally slim neck, active electrics, P/J. They seem to be increasing in value for some reason. Once they were discontinued Fender brought out a Zone bass that was essentially the same, different electrics, but Mexican, with a top end MIA model. I think. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 30, 2022 Author Share Posted March 30, 2022 9 hours ago, Doctor J said: Not associated with this sale. It's hard, so very hard, to go wrong with a Japanese Sadowsky Metro https://www.basschat.co.uk/topic/462683-sadowsky-metro-mv4-hpj If you're comfortable with putting one together, make one. That's what I'm doing. I have a Warmoth J neck coming soon and a Highway One body waiting for it with an EMG Geezer PJ set. I'll most likely replace the body but it's the starting point to getting what I want, which I can't find as stock anywhere. That is lovely I've always liked these but never had the chance to have a go unfortunately Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 30, 2022 Author Share Posted March 30, 2022 9 hours ago, Rich said: If really like your Ray and you're ok with the nut width but it's the profile you don't like, have you considered getting a luthier to shave a bit off the depth of the neck? I'd have thought it should be possible. Or even getting an entire new neck made? Could be a possibility I'm just not sure Id like to mod it as is completely standard. I injured my fretting hand last feb, although it's getting better my girly hands do find the extra thickness a little uncomfortable. Everything else is good though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 30, 2022 Author Share Posted March 30, 2022 6 hours ago, LeftyJ said: If you like the Stingray tone and the looks, MM also has the Sterling and the SLO Special. The Sterling is basically a slimmed-down Ray with a ceramic pickup instead of alnico and a J-style neck profile. The SLO Special is your regular Stingray, but with a Sterling neck. Yeah I've never had a chance to have a go on a USA Sterling and that is a consideration. Is there a noticeable difference between the neck? The slo is rocking horse poop I'd definately consider one of those of even a caprice. Again pretty rare now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casapete Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 1 hour ago, hartgeh28e30 said: Yeah I've never had a chance to have a go on a USA Sterling and that is a consideration. Is there a noticeable difference between the neck? The slo is rocking horse poop I'd definately consider one of those of even a caprice. Again pretty rare now Of the USA models, the Sterling was kind of their 'Jazz' neck as opposed to the Stingray's 'Precision'. I've had a few of both, and while I found the Sterling okay, I always preferred the Stingray for feel (and sound too come to think of it). There was a blue Sterling for sale on here recently with matching headstock IIRC, for around £850 I think, which these days is a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machinehead Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 If you can find one for sale, the Fender Vintage hotrod 70s jazz bass is a real cracker PJ. They did cost quite a bit more when new than a standard USA jazz at the time. The neck is superb with a compound radius. The overall quality is right up there. I doubt I'll ever sell mine. https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Fender-Vintage-Hot-Rod-70s-Jazz-Bass-Candy-Apple-Red/18MU There are quite a few high-end PJ basses with jazz necks out there. I have a Warwick Streamer PJ with a jazz size neck for example - top quality but not cheap. Good luck in your search. Frank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokalo Posted March 30, 2022 Share Posted March 30, 2022 Would a Fender Aerodyne fit the bill? (Way above my budget, but gives me GAS) I’ve recently partaken of a G&L Tribute SB-2. This is a PJ with a jazz neck, with the added bonus of being passive; the pickup sounds awesome. I imagine a US version would be top notch. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 31, 2022 Author Share Posted March 31, 2022 12 hours ago, casapete said: Of the USA models, the Sterling was kind of their 'Jazz' neck as opposed to the Stingray's 'Precision'. I've had a few of both, and while I found the Sterling okay, I always preferred the Stingray for feel (and sound too come to think of it). There was a blue Sterling for sale on here recently with matching headstock IIRC, for around £850 I think, which these days is a good deal. That's sounds like a good deal I'll have a look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 31, 2022 Author Share Posted March 31, 2022 11 hours ago, Tokalo said: Would a Fender Aerodyne fit the bill? (Way above my budget, but gives me GAS) I’ve recently partaken of a G&L Tribute SB-2. This is a PJ with a jazz neck, with the added bonus of being passive; the pickup sounds awesome. I imagine a US version would be top notch. Yes, these have taken a fancy to be honest especially in the rarer colour combo. The problem I have is no where stocks alot of basses around where I live, most music shops only have a very small section so whatever I decide will most likely be a blind purchase 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 31, 2022 Author Share Posted March 31, 2022 12 hours ago, machinehead said: If you can find one for sale, the Fender Vintage hotrod 70s jazz bass is a real cracker PJ. They did cost quite a bit more when new than a standard USA jazz at the time. The neck is superb with a compound radius. The overall quality is right up there. I doubt I'll ever sell mine. https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Fender-Vintage-Hot-Rod-70s-Jazz-Bass-Candy-Apple-Red/18MU There are quite a few high-end PJ basses with jazz necks out there. I have a Warwick Streamer PJ with a jazz size neck for example - top quality but not cheap. Good luck in your search. Frank. That is a cracker 🤩 I'll check the warwick out too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 31, 2022 Author Share Posted March 31, 2022 I was wondering, I've heard the early pre earnie ball basses have thinner necks, is this true or hardly noticeable? Also the spector euro has caught my eye and sounds great, I've just no idea what the neck is like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebenezer Posted March 31, 2022 Share Posted March 31, 2022 I have a 79 ray and the neck is way better than the later ones...width is much the same but the depth is a fair bit shallower and more comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 31, 2022 Author Share Posted March 31, 2022 6 minutes ago, ebenezer said: I have a 79 ray and the neck is way better than the later ones...width is much the same but the depth is a fair bit shallower and more comfortable. Thats good to know, the width is not a problem, i have a jazz elite V and thats more comfortable to play surprisingly. It's the depth front to back that can be a pain as my thumb could do with being a tad longer so end up developing bad techniques to cope unless i wear it under my chin lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartgeh28e30 Posted March 31, 2022 Author Share Posted March 31, 2022 Its not THAT bad but I just think there's probably something more suited for me out there. Unfortunately most places around here only stock a little selection since Electro Music closed it's doors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebenezer Posted March 31, 2022 Share Posted March 31, 2022 Electro Music..Doncaster?.....great shop! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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