99ster Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 [quote name='silddx' post='618210' date='Oct 6 2009, 09:33 AM']Arrgh, of course I sort of knew that would be the case, but one never knows. That nut width is too wide for me. I suppose I need a P with a Jazz neck or a later P with a B width neck. I think my dream of owning a P born in the same year as me is now properly over Sorry to waste your time Matt, but sincere thanks for the info.[/quote] It's worth trying a pre-CBS 'C' width neck P Bass if you can though - as they are much slimmer/shallower in profile than the later 'B' necks (if that makes sense?) - nothing like the really fat 'B' necks that you'll find on some late 60's P basses... It really does make them play beautifully - even if you're used to a B or A neck...
xilddx Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 [quote name='99ster' post='618291' date='Oct 6 2009, 10:28 AM']It's worth trying a pre-CBS 'C' width neck P Bass if you can though - as they are much slimmer/shallower in profile than the later 'B' necks (if that makes sense?) - nothing like the really fat 'B' necks that you'll find on some late 60's P basses... It really does make them play beautifully - even if you're used to a B or A neck...[/quote] Interesting, thank you! I'm pretty much an A man, but B is OK. I have fairly small fingers but do a fair bit of tip joint barres which I find really difficult on anything wider. Had no idea C width was variable!
Beedster Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 [quote name='silddx' post='618402' date='Oct 6 2009, 11:38 AM']Interesting, thank you! I'm pretty much an A man, but B is OK. I have fairly small fingers but do a fair bit of tip joint barres which I find really difficult on anything wider. Had no idea C width was variable![/quote] Everything with Fender is variable The assumption that wider=harder to play is flawed, there are simply too many other variables (depth & radius being the two most obvious). Bottom line is that you won't know with any bass until you try it. My Ric's neck is 1.8 at the nut but it's a joy to play and, in my hands, easier than my Precision which is 1.625. Chris
xilddx Posted October 6, 2009 Posted October 6, 2009 [quote name='Beedster' post='618452' date='Oct 6 2009, 12:30 PM']Everything with Fender is variable The assumption that wider=harder to play is flawed, there are simply too many other variables (depth & radius being the two most obvious). Bottom line is that you won't know with any bass until you try it. My Ric's neck is 1.8 at the nut but it's a joy to play and, in my hands, easier than my Precision which is 1.625. Chris[/quote] Thanks Chris. I appreciate your points.
mattbass6 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Posted October 7, 2009 Hi all, just to let you know that the bass is currently on hold and could well be sold, so I will keep you posted if it falls through. Thanks for all your help, you have been brilliant. Take care and hopefully this is my last post on this thread Cheers, Matt
OldGit Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Phew.. Take that temptation way! Well hopefully you can post soon to say it's gone off to a nice home for a full life of stage work
mattbass6 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Posted October 7, 2009 [quote name='OldGit' post='619641' date='Oct 7 2009, 03:04 PM']Phew.. Take that temptation way! Well hopefully you can post soon to say it's gone off to a nice home for a full life of stage work [/quote] Temptation could be back your way sir, let's see what happens But I do hope it does get used live as it is stunning. The gentleman looking at the bass certainly has great taste in basses so I am sure he will be using this a lot if he buys. Fingers crossed
Shockwave Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 Arrrrgggh, i still want this I'd use it to play crappy punk 24/7
Clarky Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 [quote name='Shockwave' post='619663' date='Oct 7 2009, 03:41 PM']I'd use it to play crappy punk 24/7[/quote] So would I (in this case, as thats all I can play ) PS, lovely bass
anthomp Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 This bass will be be used live Little bit of tidying up to do then to the backline its going. cheers Matt antony
OldGit Posted October 7, 2009 Posted October 7, 2009 "From: nr cardiff" oooh will it and you be coming to the bash?
mattbass6 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Posted October 7, 2009 [quote name='Clarky' post='619760' date='Oct 7 2009, 05:04 PM']So would I (in this case, as thats all I can play ) PS, lovely bass[/quote] It is a lovely bass but glad it has gone to a new home where it will get used
mattbass6 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Posted October 7, 2009 [quote name='anthomp' post='619787' date='Oct 7 2009, 05:24 PM']This bass will be be used live Little bit of tidying up to do then to the backline its going. cheers Matt antony[/quote] Nice one Antony. I take it you are happy with it then It was great to meet you and a pleasure doing business sir. Have fun and hopefully catch you again soon. Take care and enjoy the bass. Cheers, Matt
mattbass6 Posted October 7, 2009 Author Posted October 7, 2009 [color="#483D8B"][size=3][b]This wonderful bass has a new home. Thank you everyone for talking to me about it and for enlightening me in so many areas. Never again laugh.gif This place is brilliant and I look forward to taking part in more discussions with you all. Take care. Cheers, Matt[/b][/size] [/color]
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