Should I expect A big change?

Awkwardturtle! · #1 08-16-2010, 06:10 PM

So I finally decided on my next bass and I got something in my price range its a Squier P bass special (the P/J)
My GAS is gone!

just quick question should this be a big change from my ibby gsr190? or will it be about the same?

darkstorm · #2 08-16-2010, 06:36 PM

Is your gsr190 the two pup pj configuration or the single humbucker pup version? If the former, not gonna get big change. Though pup upgrade would improve the ibby. If the latter, abigger change due to diff pups voice char but more versatile (2 instead of 1) with the squire. To me you making more of a sideways rather then forward step with the change. Thats not a bad thing. But I wouldnt be surprised if you found the change wasnt as much as you where hoping. However, if you like the squires neck better, then the change is good. Keeping in mind that pup change for either is viable upgrade as is hardware upgrade for the squire. Youd of made a more forward step with changeing from the ibby you have if youd gone with something like the Ibanez SR300 instead imo.

((KamiKaZe)) · #3 08-16-2010, 06:40 PM

good choice im GASing for a new Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass 77

Awkwardturtle! · #4 08-16-2010, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by darkstorm

Is your gsr190 the two pup pj configuration or the single humbucker pup version? If the former, not gonna get big change. Though pup upgrade would improve the ibby. If the latter, abigger change due to diff pups voice char but more versatile (2 instead of 1) with the squire. To me you making more of a sideways rather then forward step with the change. Thats not a bad thing. But I wouldnt be surprised if you found the change wasnt as much as you where hoping. However, if you like the squires neck better, then the change is good. Keeping in mind that pup change for either is viable upgrade as is hardware upgrade for the squire. Youd of made a more forward step with changeing from the ibby you have if youd gone with something like the Ibanez SR300 instead imo.

yea I know i wanted another P/J and I really don't like actives
but the squiers neck is thinner and I heard a lot of good stuff about this squier in particular

so yea I don't know even if it isn't big...
Its my first damn bass and Im so excited!

darkstorm · #5 08-16-2010, 08:27 PM

Sometimes that not big change is best way to go. The more comfortable neck of the squire will give the biggest improvement to playing ability, ease, and enjoyment which of course benefits playing skill. Enjoy your new bass.

Awkwardturtle! · #6 08-16-2010, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ((KamiKaZe))

good choice im GASing for a new Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass 77

Oh are those the new ones!

I want that jag!

dwm74 · #7 08-17-2010, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by darkstorm

The more comfortable neck of the squire will give the biggest improvement to playing ability, ease, and enjoyment which of course benefits playing skill. Enjoy your new bass.

+100

When I had my first bass, an ESP F104, it felt nice and it was a decent-playing bass. But when I bought my P-bass my playing seemed to improve overnight since everything about it just seemed to fit me perfectly.

Awkwardturtle! · #8 08-17-2010, 10:35 AM

woohoo!

btw when i get my bass in the mail will I need to get it setup right away or can I fiddle with it then get it setup?

dwm74 · #9 08-17-2010, 11:41 AM

That can only be determined by you when you get it. I'd like to think it should be playable and other than tuning, probably only minimal tweaking will be needed (like adjusting bridge saddles to set the action, for example).

But you might luck out and get one that's set up nicely and won't need a proper setup until later. Eventually, you'll want to get it done by a pro, but if the frets aren't buzzing and the action's not bad, then enjoy your new bass. Keep us posted!

5string5fingers · #10 08-17-2010, 12:16 PM

I don't know if the neck will be more comfortable if you're used to the ibanez. It'll def be wider farther up the neck,and flatter. Tone will probably be an improvement as well.

Awkwardturtle! · #11 08-17-2010, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by 5string5fingers

I don't know if the neck will be more comfortable if you're used to the ibanez. It'll def be wider farther up the neck,and flatter. Tone will probably be an improvement as well.

oh I know I played a lot of jazz basses and I love their necks
yes I will need maybe a day or two of adjustment but thats fine :P

Aunt Babe · #12 08-21-2010, 01:29 PM

Let us know how it plays/sounds, that p/j is on my list of possible basses to buy!

bassist343 · #13 08-21-2010, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ((KamiKaZe))

good choice im GASing for a new Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass 77

It's a Sex Machine lol

Awkwardturtle! · #14 08-21-2010, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Aunt Babe

Let us know how it plays/sounds, that p/j is on my list of possible basses to buy!

I got it recently I posted a NBD yesterday look a little back it should be there :P

yea it sounds awesome, I love it. looks awesome too

if you like P/Js its definitely worth checking out

Can't wait for Tuesday that's when my bass is gonna be done from getting setup