Legion Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 Well, I have to say this one sneaked out from a dark corner and whacked me over the head with its clubby neck. I would never have imagined I would find exactly what I was looking for right now in a bass thats almost pink, it's relic'd and its a Custom Shop. Those are 3 things I really didn't rate... It speaks to me, inspires me, and I've fallen for it in a big way. Never believed in all that relic lark but this just feels "played" - a very strange experience to know within a couple of notes (unplugged) that its the one you wanted. Pino Palladino's original basses that these are based on must be a hell of a thing. Also rolls in at a nice light 8lbs 4oz. Did I mention the colour? I think it's growing on me [attachment=27749:IMGP1942.JPG] [attachment=27750:IMGP1943.JPG] Quote
jimijimmi Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 [quote name='Legion' post='524790' date='Jun 26 2009, 12:45 PM']Well, I have to say this one sneaked out from a dark corner and whacked me over the head with its clubby neck. I would never have imagined I would find exactly what I was looking for right now in a bass thats almost pink, it's relic'd and its a Custom Shop. Those are 3 things I really didn't rate... It speaks to me, inspires me, and I've fallen for it in a big way. Never believed in all that relic lark but this just feels "played" - a very strange experience to know within a couple of notes (unplugged) that its the one you wanted. Pino Palladino's original basses that these are based on must be a hell of a thing. Also rolls in at a nice light 8lbs 4oz. Did I mention the colour? I think it's growing on me [attachment=27749:IMGP1942.JPG] [attachment=27750:IMGP1943.JPG][/quote] im aching for one of these myself!! Quote
EBS_freak Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 I saw one behind the counter in GAK a couple of days ago. The colour is quite cool! I certainly had a good look at it! Quote
Raggy Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 Looks sweet. I have an early eighties Squier Jazz in that colour. Looks awesome under certain stage lights. Quote
Legion Posted June 26, 2009 Author Posted June 26, 2009 [quote name='jimijimmi' post='524792' date='Jun 26 2009, 12:50 PM']im aching for one of these myself!![/quote] I'd never considered one before now - if you get a chance to try one out I'd highly recommend it. [quote name='wateroftyne' post='524818' date='Jun 26 2009, 01:25 PM']That is VERY nice...![/quote] It will just have to tide me over until you retire and sell those P basses [quote name='Raggy' post='524821' date='Jun 26 2009, 01:29 PM']Looks sweet. I have an early eighties Squier Jazz in that colour. Looks awesome under certain stage lights.[/quote] I'm really looking forwards to out next gig - hopefully I'll get a photo or 2 of the gig to see how cool this looks on stage Quote
ezbass Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 Beautiful score there. I've not heard a bad word about the Pino from those who have actually played one. "It speaks to me, inspires me, and I've fallen for it in a big way". I know just what you mean, the same happened to me when I picked up a wreck of a '63 P last year. Quote
Rayman Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 Outstanding. Totally love that, pricey though no? Quote
Clarky Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 Lucky man - your Pino bass is drop-dead gorgeous ... although I would be a bit scared of playing a bass as special as that in the dives we often play (like my JJB, which will only come out for more salubrious venues)! Quote
ezbass Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 [quote name='Rayman' post='524970' date='Jun 26 2009, 04:21 PM']Outstanding. Totally love that, pricey though no?[/quote] Oh yes a little bit more than a Pino. You gotta love a wife who asks "would it be a good investment?" and then says "you should get it". I bought it 'cos it's just awesome, the investment side keeps the wife happy. Win/win (Unless you're talking about the Pino of course) Quote
steve-soar Posted June 26, 2009 Posted June 26, 2009 [quote name='ezbass' post='525167' date='Jun 26 2009, 06:52 PM']Oh yes a little bit more than a Pino. You gotta love a wife who asks "would it be a good investment?" and then says "you should get it". I bought it 'cos it's just awesome, the investment side keeps the wife happy. Win/win (Unless you're talking about the Pino of course)[/quote]I have a beautiful wife just like yours but I haven't found a 60's lefty P bass yet. Quote
Legion Posted June 26, 2009 Author Posted June 26, 2009 [quote name='ezbass' post='525167' date='Jun 26 2009, 06:52 PM']Oh yes a little bit more than a Pino. You gotta love a wife who asks "would it be a good investment?" and then says "you should get it". I bought it 'cos it's just awesome, the investment side keeps the wife happy. Win/win (Unless you're talking about the Pino of course)[/quote] And if he is talking about the Pino - don't worry I got it second hand at a very good price ps gorgeous '63 P Quote
EssentialTension Posted June 27, 2009 Posted June 27, 2009 [quote name='EBS_freak' post='524814' date='Jun 26 2009, 01:19 PM']I saw one behind the counter in GAK a couple of days ago. The colour is quite cool! I certainly had a good look at it![/quote] I played one in GAK in Brighton. It was extremely nice and sounded even better. Quote
BassBod Posted June 27, 2009 Posted June 27, 2009 I played one last year - a really nice Pbass. Secondhand, and about half price (?) it would be a great all-rounder! Quote
Noisyjon Posted June 27, 2009 Posted June 27, 2009 [quote name='Legion' post='525260' date='Jun 26 2009, 08:06 PM']...don't worry I got it second hand at a very good price ...[/quote] Wa sit the one on eBay by any chance? Quote
Buzz Posted June 28, 2009 Posted June 28, 2009 It's just a P-bass. Nothing special barring it being a CS variant. Quote
Legion Posted June 28, 2009 Author Posted June 28, 2009 [quote name='jonthebass' post='526348' date='Jun 27 2009, 10:38 PM']Wa sit the one on eBay by any chance?[/quote] It was yea, although I didn't realise you had posted about it previously. It was only a 90 minute drive so I went to check it out. You know the rest [quote name='Buzz' post='526463' date='Jun 28 2009, 02:28 AM']It's just a P-bass. Nothing special barring it being a CS variant.[/quote] Play what makes you happy. Quote
lee650 Posted June 28, 2009 Posted June 28, 2009 That is lovely, and think the colour is great, ive got a cij 62 re precision in that colour, its great a bit of a pino on a tight budget, i would love to try the pino, congrats on a great find!! - all the best - lee Quote
Noisyjon Posted June 29, 2009 Posted June 29, 2009 [quote name='Legion' post='526492' date='Jun 28 2009, 07:57 AM']...It was yea, although I didn't realise you had posted about it previously. It was only a 90 minute drive so I went to check it out. You know the rest [/quote] Ah man, it had me gassing big time. I was thinking about flogging a load of gear to fund it at one point Well done that man! Quote
Higgie Posted July 2, 2009 Posted July 2, 2009 I absolutely love that finish. I really want a Jazz in that colour combo!! Well done on a good score - Looks awesome! Quote
Clarky Posted July 2, 2009 Posted July 2, 2009 [quote name='Higgie' post='530446' date='Jul 2 2009, 11:59 AM']I really want a Jazz in that colour combo!![/quote] Like this (the new Roadworn Jazz)? Looks lovely [attachment=28133:road.jpg] Quote
Higgie Posted July 2, 2009 Posted July 2, 2009 Just like that! My old teacher had a Squier JV Jazz that used to be owned by Jack Bruce, in that colour with a tort guard. It's just the best playing Jazz bass I've ever touched. I couldn't put my finger on what exactly was special about it - But my God there was something!! Quote
Legion Posted July 13, 2009 Author Posted July 13, 2009 Gigged the new bass on Saturday and it sounded awesome - happiest I've been with my live sound for a long time. Here's a little picture someone snapped... [attachment=28850:6536_122...032803_n.jpg] 1st live use of my Novation Bass Station keyboard as well, it went down a storm! Quote
Musicman20 Posted July 13, 2009 Posted July 13, 2009 Wicked bass man. I still cannot get out of the Fender love....I just cant help it! Get the right Fender and you have a brilliant instrument. Quote
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