An answer to every P Bass related question

[mactac]

Should there be less P-bass threads?

>> No

 

[Tim1]

I have recently realised that I collect Js but play Ps - 4 jazzes in the collection and only 2 precisions. I seem to get dazzled by the glitz of a fine J, got a 68 and a 63 in there. But I always gig the CS59P or the sixtieth anniversary P. I have absolutely no desire to own any more Ps, they satisfy me totally for gigging yet I tend to pick up a J for woodshedding. I still may buy more Js, I will still play one of the two Ps at a gig.
It's a funny old world. I post about Js not Ps yet the P is my bass. Maybe they are just so right there is nothing more to say. You can't improve on something that is already perfect.

 

[pacojas]

Should there be less P-bass threads?

>> No

+1
bring it!

 

[SheaNC]

I have to P.

...ah, that's better.

 

[Elkaykue]

Think of these as conventions, not strict rules. Deviate with reverence but be willing to accept any abuse you may face/ deserve.

 

[SwitchGear]

I love rounds on my P. Brings out some funky snarily-ness that I dig, when desired.

 

[Batmensch]

Tort? Hell no. Not on my P-bass.

 

[j.kernodle]

I have to P.

...ah, that's better.

My P smells like bologna, is that a problem?

 

[FretNoMore]

My P smells like bologna, is that a problem?

Only if your band mates get the munchies and there's no food around.

 

[Rattfink]

Sorry; lost me at "Tort". For everything else;

 

[Gravedigger Dav]

Is a 3 color burst P with tort guard and maple board the best looking bass? - Yes.
Is owning 1 P enough? - No. (A postitive question that requires a No answer!)

 

[Gorn]

What makes the best P?

A J at the bridge.

 

[themarshall]

This too shall pass. The p is simply the new active with sweepable mid that was the answer to all things a few years ago.

 

[SteveC]

The answer to every P-Bass question - get a Warwick.

The answer to every P-bass question answered with get a Warwick = get a Roscoe...or two.

 

[dls119]

You know, I never thought I needed one until I after I bought one, and now I can't imagine being without one in my line-up.

 

[Fuzzbass]

My P smells like bologna, is that a problem?

Not necessarily, but if you don't like it, then swap out your tortloaf guard for another color. Me, I prefer the fresh smell of mint.

Looks white here, but it's mint!!

 

[wintremute]

One can slap on these, too! They resemble a Hofner and are fretless.

What is going on with (what looks like) a wad of duct tape on 2 of those basses?

 

[wellshuxley]

If you eat too much asparagus, your P will smell funny.

 

[One Drop]

You forgot the alternate answer to all P related questions:

No, get a G&L instead, they are (fill in the blank, e.g. louder, thumpier, gnarlier, redder, more kind to the elderly, etc.)

 

[Smooth_bass88]

How many more tortises must die for vanity? Aren't they endangered already? Mint helps control bad breath.