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    What strings have light blue silk wrapping?

    Hi, These strings are very old, worn and filthy---but feel and sound great. Imported Japanese/Fujigen Squier. From what I've read here...I'm guessing the are older versions of Rotosound Swing Bass 66 Nickels. Sound plausible? Any other possibilities? Thanks
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    Squier Classic Vibe Club (Part 3)

    Does anyone have an estimate of how many Squier Classic Vibe Precision Basses (Fiesta Red & Sonic Blue) were made in the Grand Rewards factory between 2008-2014? Can anything be deduced from the serial numbers? Thanks
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    Drop in tuners for Squier Classic Vibe Jazz?

    Love that bass. Beautiful. Thanks for info on tuners. Helps!
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    Hobby bass players and your bass(s)

    Wow, nice group. Tell me more about the first one--- Orange/Natural. Very unique.
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    Ovation Magnum III

    Beautiful bass. Do you know where your Dad found yours?
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    Ovation Magnum III

    Neat bass!! Congrats. I don't have one, but have been considering it. What are your thoughts after playing it?
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    No longer available 2017 Fender Elite Jazz Bass

    2017 Fender American Elite Ocean Turquoise Jazz Bass V. This is a beautiful bass from top to bottom and is in fantastic condition. It has been played and does have minor wear, primarily to the pick guard, but also some swirls in the finish on the back of the body-- I have attempted to show in...
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    Sire Bass Club!

    C Thank you for the suggestion Rod.
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    Sire Bass Club!

    New member & new bass player. Just bought my first "new" bass----Sire V7 2nd Gen. Great looking bass and, overall I'm very happy. With that said, I wanted input in whether blemishes in pictures attached should be expected on a new item? These aren't the biggest problems in the world...but...
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    Help! Would Fender Ultra Preamp fit/replace Elite Jazz Bass preamp?

    Thanks, good idea. I planned to try calling them Monday. Thought I might post this in the meantime—-thinking there might be someone here who might know.