Guitar Center online or Reverb.com?

[Ed Byrnes]

I’m still trying to understand what a “set up” is. For the most part, that’s just a preferencial thing right? Like some people might rather have aftermarket strings, pickups, bridges, etc. to change the playability or the tone of their instrument. Right?

I’m mostly familiar with how a factory P bass sounds based off the videos that I’ve watched on YouTube with people demonstrating it. Fender channel, Andertons, PMTVUK, Tyler Spicer are a few that I’ve watched.

Set-up refers to specs that impact playability and tone of the guitar. Here are the Fender factory instructions: Invalid Link Removed Many mass-produced lower end guitars will need to be tweaked out of the box. There may be some fret buzz or the action may feel high, etc. Adjusting neck relief, intonation, string height (action), pick-up height take some special tools and skills. Until you're experienced and ready to take this on, a pro is the way to go

 

[porterbass]

@Jason151 I'm not sure if you've found a P bass yet, but check your PMs. I sent you a couple of links I saw that fit your criteria. Good Luck!

 

[bigdaddybass12]

I just ordered a used bass 2 weeks ago and another today. (I really need to stop checking the GC used section) ;-)))


Welcome and Good luck!

Sorry for post bump!
I am doing this right now. Sold my fender p and the $$ is burning a hole in my pocket !!