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you left so cal - where have you hibernating?

I agree- you can purchase them through Tandy Leather, Weaver Leather, Hobby Lobby, Montana Leather etc. variable sizes

Mark Kendrick was given the assignment by Fender to head up the Road Worn production at the Fender Ensenada Mexico factory. I have a first-year production model. I purchased it at Wild West Guitars in Riverside, CA. I had their tech set it up for me. It's one of the best playing jazz basses I...

Initial thoughts: An interesting addition to the Fender product line. Pricey So far, not an option for the "Mod Shop" How do these pick up compare e.g. Bartolini's DiMarzo's Nordstrand Etc..... Will these p/u's be included in an upgraded product line? Or to the Custom Shop line? (demo by none...

Thanks for the information-helpful!

I'm revisiting the idea of purchasing an all-tube bass amp. I don't want to return to the days of lifting/hauling a 300-watt head @ 65-85lbs. The compromise for my short list of purchases is between Ashdowns CTM 100 @ roughly 40 lbs. and Ampegs V-4B @ 40 lbs as well. I looked on YouTube for...

Fender Custom Shop Unveils 2024 Basses

NAMM 2024 Bass Gear: Day 2

NAMM 2024 Bass Gear: Day 1

Designed by John Cruz, a living legend among luthiers If you want a guitar built by master luthier John Cruz, you’d better be patient — you could be on the wait list for over two years. John has been building some of Fender's best Custom Shop instruments for over two decades, including guitars...

Thank you for your reply. I live in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. I'm making a quick trip to Oceanside tomorrow. As you know, San Diego covers a large area. If you're in south San Diego, it may require another visit. I have family in Bonita and worked at San Diego airport during my career. I would...

Would you provide additional information; e.g. Like new-all components working? truss rod, electronics, etc. Did you purchase new and are you the original owner. Has it been set up? I live in So Cal; what city are you located in?

thanks for the reference to the original thread. The question asks for actually demoing the amps. I don't read in the thread you referred to where anyone has played through or demoed the amp? Prompting my question. I'll redirect my question to add to the original thread.

Has anyone demoed the new Ampeg Venture Series (heads/cabs) Ampeg – Bass guitar amplification