Explain me the 'Fender is God' thing

[stflbn]

Fenders are 'growing' on me... however, I'm having a custom Fender'ish bass built rather than buy what I feel is a lesser product directly from Fender.

At this point at least.

 

[Korladis]

I think everyone should play what they like, like what they play and let others do the same.

 

[rapturebass]

For me, its just an individualality thing. Though i do love the feel and sound and even the look of that bueatiful neck on the Geddy Lee, (I don't love the price, though )
there just too cliche for me. I don't like to follow crowds, i like playing different basses that very few people have or like. (With the exception of b.c. riches) I wouldn't mind owning one, but if i9 had a choice i would get something else.

 

[savit260]

William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson didn't invent the motorcycle either but what is the first name you think of when the word motorcycle is spoken and what image do you see (especially in the U.S).....Marlon Brando on a Harley?

If that's what people think when they think of "biker Brando", they ought to think again.

Brondo's character rode a Truimph!!


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[CrispyDelicious]

THIS THREAD IS RIDICULOUS

And if you don't know why, there's absolutely no hope for you.

 

[D Rokk]

i never got "the fender thing" either, until i played a properly set up one thru a good rig.. i still think they are eyesores which probably due to the fact that the design is shoved down my throat from every company that makes a bass, but i still must have one, or two.. a p and a j.. yeah, i'll buy two of them..

but i must admit, i've never played a bass that i didnt like.. cuz its a bass, how could u not like it?

headstocks are still ugly as hell (imo) on a fender

 

[savit260]

THIS THREAD IS RIDICULOUS

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The most entertaining threads often are. (required IMO)

 

[BassBob185]

Sometimes its like reading graffiti on walls.

 

[spade2you]

There is no bass that will satisfy everyone. I come from the low action camp and Fenders just don't compete with certain models in that respect, especially when lower action is part of the company's goal.

Part of the reason that many users think Fender is god is because Fender is the ONLY bass many have played. Most will not venture out of that familiar comfort zone.

 

[Bass Viking]

Leo did not invent it-he perfected it-everett hull

I thought that distinction went to Sadowsky?

 

[Sleeq]

The fanboys are just jealous that their brand isn't as popular as Fender.

 

[spade2you]

The fanboys are just jealous that their brand isn't as popular as Fender.

Most could care less, just not a fan of hearing how crappy our gear is compared to even the most basic Squier.

 

[Eric Perry]

The fanboys are just jealous that their brand isn't as popular as Fender.

You're right. I wish I had a Fender instead of this ugly thing. I guess I can dream, right?

 

[spade2you]

You're right. I wish I had a Fender instead of this ugly thing. I guess I can dream, right?

What kind of n00b plays Conklin? See?! Even a partially functional Squier is better than that carp.

 

[Eric Perry]

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[Dark Horse]

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[Eric Perry]

 

[NickyBass]

The fanboys are just jealous that their brand isn't as popular as Fender.

I'm not sure what a fanboy is, but I'm not too concerned about other people's gear. I'm just happy that there are so many choices out there.

I understand the allure of Fender---though I do urge everyone to step outside their comfort zone and at least explore other options. There are alot of great options out there. At the very least, the expierience will just reconfirm the notion that Fender is the one.

I feel that alot of the people who rag on boutiques haven't tried that many. There is a generally agreed upon "P Bass sound." There is NO "boutique bass sound." There are even alot of 'boutique' basses that will give the P bass tone with the feel and construction of a boutique.

 

[CrispyDelicious]

I OWN FENDER

I also own Ibanez, Vadim, GK, Yorkville, Boss, Digitech, EHX, Godlyke, and Planet Waves gear.

But more importantly:

Here, everyone give him a squeeze and relax, you'll realize how idiotic this topic is.

And you're still uptoght about this thread after squeezing ducky-T, well, right here buddy:

 

[revlimitbounce]

If you have to ask then you wouldn't understand. Which is the same answer I give people that ask why I ride Motorcycles when they are so dangerous.

Seriously - buy whatever Bass YOU want - who cares what they are trying to sell or what anyone else thinks. If it Rocks your Boat then get it.

Amen, Honkin'!

Okay, lesse:

Leo Fender invented the effing thing.
He improved it only a few years after the first one with the version we all think of when we say "P-bass." And this version has stuck around through the Beach Boys, James Jamerson, Monk Montgomery, Freddie Washington, Rocco Prestia, every punk group worth a damn clear to today.

And then came the Fender Jazz bass. Perhaps the most influential bass instrument since the P-bass and certainly spawned an entire boutique, cottage bass manufacturer industry.

Meantime, Leo started over with Music Man in 1975, creating another seminal bass.

Just five years later, he started yet again with G&L and was able to execute a few ideas he wanted to while starting Music Man, but was not able to.

And, oh, yes, he created (along with other key people, but he was ringleader) the Strat, Tele and other less milestone instruments.

So, the name Fender and the man Fender are musical royalty. The new stuff with his name on it ain't too shabby still.

In the interest of full disclosure, I own four Fender instruments, including guitars, yet I don't bow and pray towards Fulleron everyday. Just callin' it like I see it.