Musicman20 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Hi chaps/ladies Ive been scouting about for another bass to use as my main bass. Ive used my MIJ Precision for years, and loved it. It still virtually looks new...but is now sold. I wanted to get a USA Fender model to replace it, to use as my main gigging bass. Ive found a J and P at a good price new, its just deciding which work 'best' as a main bass. Use my other basses you say? Oh I will, but not as often. I intend to swap between them every now and then. But, whilst the new Fenders are on a bit of a roll, and theyve finally sorted the problems of QC out (mostly!) I thought why the hell not get one whilst ive got a good quote. Ive sold a fair amount of gear so I can just afford it. Its got to be Olympic White + Tort guard, and rosewood always seems to 'look' better with constant use. I just cannot decide whether to get the Jazz or Precision. I love both tones! Im thinking the Precision might be best for just getting to a gig, plugging in, and having no issues cutting through, even though that Jazz tone is amazing. If I go for P, i'd have two P's, one J, one 5 string J when it turns up, and 2 Stingrays. Overkill? Yes, but you only live once. A lot cheaper than buying a high end car and watching it depreciate really quickly! In my situation, which would you go for? The P or the J? I cant see a downfall with either of them. They BOTH work well for me. (I did consider other basses, but after losing money experimenting with other types of basses, and Fender Deluxe / P+J Fenders, I want to stick with what I like and I know works!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike257 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I'd spend some time gigging with the J and P you have now, and see which one you feel suits your sound the best, and call it that way. If you're looking for something to be your long term 'main' instrument, you're in the lucky position of having your two top choices already, so take your time and see what works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 [quote name='mike257' post='623391' date='Oct 11 2009, 07:45 PM']I'd spend some time gigging with the J and P you have now, and see which one you feel suits your sound the best, and call it that way. If you're looking for something to be your long term 'main' instrument, you're in the lucky position of having your two top choices already, so take your time and see what works![/quote] Good advice I realise I am lucky.....I have a very good position with money until the end of this year, then im going to be moving and wont have the cash anymore. Plus Ive sold my car to move to London and share the girlfs....but eventually she will sell hers as well. Tube is the future. Over the past 5-6 years ive barely bought any gear, then this year I went mad. I think because I discovered I could buy/sell well on here and also find the 'right' gear much quicker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bh2 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I'd have to agree with Mike... I've a P and a J and I love em both... depends on what material I'm playing and who I'm playing with which bass I choose. I've had to loose my other two top flighters so these are my only choice and I'm keeping them.... I hope! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Well, I've been a staunch P-nut for many years now. However, I recently joined a band that needed *that* J sound.. so I bought one. If I didn't need *that* sound, I'd still be happily chunkin' away on a P... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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