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    NBD!

    So I just traded an unused MIM partscaster Tele for this 96 MIM P-Bass. I'm guessing its a yellowed Oly White or maybe Vintage White. Now I just gotta learn how to play the damn thing!
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    Would you trade?

    I have a newer MIM Tele neck mounted to a MIM body, Wilkinson bridge, GFS pups, Fender Tuners (modern style) and standard control set up with CTS and Oak electronics. A guy wants to trade me a 96 MIM P-Bass. Would you do it? I'm thinking its a fair deal being that its a partscaster for an "as...
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    NBD - Popped my bass cherry!

    20 year guitar player, decided I wanted to learn bass. I knew I didn't want to spend a ton but still wanted something of good quality. I had my mind set on a used Fender MIM but wasn't sure whether to go P or J. So before calling any ads for used gear I decided to try out both at my fave...
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    Advise when buying a used Fender Jazz

    Hi there. I am going to check out a 2006 MIM Fender Jazz bass on Saturday. I am totally new to basses but have been playing guitar for a number of years. What things should I look for when evaluating a bass. Are there any definite "walk away" signs. Guy says it's barely used and in like new...
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    2006 MIM Jazz - Thoughts?

    I have the opportunity to check out a mint condition '06 MIM Jazzer for $ 400 Canadian. I am brand new to bass and have heard the post '08 MIMs are in general superior to the pre '08s. Is this true? I know you have to pick and choose, try them out and such and there are dogs and winners in...
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    MIM vs MIA Jazz: What am I missing?

    Decided to try bass after 20 yrs playing guitar. Went shopping today to check out some basses. I played both Mex and American Jazzers and honestly could not discern any appreciable difference. For the price difference what are you getting with a USA instrument that the Mex is missing? The...
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    Fender MIMs any good?

    Hi there, first post so please go easy on me. I have been playing guitar for close to 20 years and am thinking I want to try bass for a while. I have 6 guitars and now need a bass. I am a Fender guy and was wondering about the MIM Js and Ps. I know the MIM guitars are good but how about the...