Recent content by rata2e

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    When is a Fender Jazz Bass Not a Fender Jazz Bass?

    More great advice, thank you all so much for your contributions. I have no intention of selling this bass (unless I have to). I will keep the neck (only if after I have defretted it and like its playability) and am not bothered about what logo it sports. Might just remove it altogether. Thanks...
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    When is a Fender Jazz Bass Not a Fender Jazz Bass?

    Thank you for your replies Guys. Some good answers, I don't feel I need to mod it all the way now. Good to make your acquaintances. regards rata2e
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    When is a Fender Jazz Bass Not a Fender Jazz Bass?

    Hi Everyone, Newbie here with only second post so please go gently with me. I hope I am in the right place. My question is this. Having upgraded my JB copy with original Fender parts (yes, I know it prolly would've been cheaper to buy an original in the first place). At what stage (if any) in...
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    Ricky build

    Hi Al, I am a newbie here to bass playing and the forum, and I'm watching in awe your construction skills. I can't wait for the next instalment! You are very inspiring and so very talented. Wonder where you honed your woodworking skills if you've only been doing it for a short time? I love...
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    Newbie Needs Pickup Advice Please!

    Hello Everybody, Boy! It feels so good to be in a community of bass players. I am a newbie in every sense of the word and wondered if I could call upon the more experienced of you in your pickup knowledge please. I am doing a project. Will be turning a jazz Bass copy fretless and have been in...