I Gave Away My Precision!

[tr4252]

I've had a "70s" Precision Bass for 20 - 25 years, and never really fell for it. Natural ash, maple board, gold plated hardware. It had an active circuit board, which I bypassed after a year or so, when it malfunctioned. Heavy, not in very good condition, I recall paying $125.00 - $150 for it, from an ad in the local Pennysaver.

The woman in my life has been using my car a lot lately, and I sometimes find myself without a ride home from work. There's a guy in the shop, a machinist, who gives me a lift whenever he can. Won't take any compensation.

We've talked a lot over the years; he used to play a little bass, among all the other war stories.

On the ride a couple of days ago, I had an inspiration. In fact, I blurted out "I've had an inspiration!", told him about the bass, and asked if it was anything he would be interested in. When he answered yes, I said "OK, I'd like to give it to you". So I ran inside and got it. It was in a gig bag. When I pulled it out, he really got enthusiastic and said it was beautiful. He seemed overjoyed, even. I made somebody happy, and it made my day.

Tom

 

[godofthunder59]

That's a wonderful story! Need a ride?

 

[MCF]

I've had a "70s" Precision Bass for 20 - 25 years, and never really fell for it. Natural ash, maple board, gold plated hardware. It had an active circuit board, which I bypassed after a year or so, when it malfunctioned. Heavy, not in very good condition, I recall paying $125.00 - $150 for it, from an ad in the local Pennysaver.

The woman in my life has been using my car a lot lately, and I sometimes find myself without a ride home from work. There's a guy in the shop, a machinist, who gives me a lift whenever he can. Won't take any compensation.

We've talked a lot over the years; he used to play a little bass, among all the other war stories.

On the ride a couple of days ago, I had an inspiration. In fact, I blurted out "I've had an inspiration!", told him about the bass, and asked if it was anything he would be interested in. When he answered yes, I said "OK, I'd like to give it to you". So I ran inside and got it. It was in a gig bag. When I pulled it out, he really got enthusiastic and said it was beautiful. He seemed overjoyed, even. I made somebody happy, and it made my day.

Tom

That is cool. When I was a teen in the seventies, we only wanted pre-CBS Fenders. The new ones in the stores weren’t worth the price and most were too heavy. At least that was what the “conventional wisdom” was at the time. I don’t get the adoration (or the prices) for a lot of seventies Fenders today, but there are certainly some nice ones out there from that period. Yours wasn’t being played, was heavy and kind of beat. Good on you for giving it to someone who’ll make good use of it. Good Karma will come from your generosity.

 

[rufus.K]

I like your story, OP.
Good one!

 

[jd56hawk]

I've had a "70s" Precision Bass for 20 - 25 years, and never really fell for it. Natural ash, maple board, gold plated hardware. It had an active circuit board, which I bypassed after a year or so, when it malfunctioned. Heavy, not in very good condition, I recall paying $125.00 - $150 for it, from an ad in the local Pennysaver.

The woman in my life has been using my car a lot lately, and I sometimes find myself without a ride home from work. There's a guy in the shop, a machinist, who gives me a lift whenever he can. Won't take any compensation.

We've talked a lot over the years; he used to play a little bass, among all the other war stories.

On the ride a couple of days ago, I had an inspiration. In fact, I blurted out "I've had an inspiration!", told him about the bass, and asked if it was anything he would be interested in. When he answered yes, I said "OK, I'd like to give it to you". So I ran inside and got it. It was in a gig bag. When I pulled it out, he really got enthusiastic and said it was beautiful. He seemed overjoyed, even. I made somebody happy, and it made my day.

Tom

Post of the day!

 

[mongo2]

Yes, pay it forward. Last weekend I gave my mint Squier Cabronita bass to my wife's coworker to give to her son on his birthday. She sent a photo of him opening it. The smile on his face was priceless.

 

[RSBBass]

Excellent idea kudos to you.

 

[jeffb28451]

Good on you! You have given me a bright spot for today during a week of big disappoint about the human condition.

 

[TheGreatSealof]

good karma.

 

[2saddleslab]

The joy of giving.

 

[roycroft_88]

That was really cool of you, I've gifted some nice gear in the past and I get how good it feels to make someones day. And Thank You for mentioning the Pennysaver! I forgot all about that publication, I think I got my first bass amp through that! You made my day!

 

[57pbass]

The joy of giving.

Exactly.

 

[Deleted member 271037]

It's things like this that restores a little bit of my lost faith in humanity. You actually just inspired me to do something similar. Thanks for sharing!

 

[sikamikanico]

That was very kind of you!

although I thought this thread was going to be about you defretting your bass

 

[Wisebass]

hi tr4252

I made somebody happy, and it made my day.

greetings

Wise(b)ass

 

[spvmhc]

Generosity is a wonderful virtue.I used to think that giving things away had to be difficult-something done through gritted teeth. As I age, I've found it's pleasurable. You can choose who receives the gift. And giving things away lightens the load of all of these possessions.

 

[Smooth_bass88]

I've had a "70s" Precision Bass for 20 - 25 years, and never really fell for it. Natural ash, maple board, gold plated hardware. It had an active circuit board, which I bypassed after a year or so, when it malfunctioned. Heavy, not in very good condition, I recall paying $125.00 - $150 for it, from an ad in the local Pennysaver.

The woman in my life has been using my car a lot lately, and I sometimes find myself without a ride home from work. There's a guy in the shop, a machinist, who gives me a lift whenever he can. Won't take any compensation.

We've talked a lot over the years; he used to play a little bass, among all the other war stories.

On the ride a couple of days ago, I had an inspiration. In fact, I blurted out "I've had an inspiration!", told him about the bass, and asked if it was anything he would be interested in. When he answered yes, I said "OK, I'd like to give it to you". So I ran inside and got it. It was in a gig bag. When I pulled it out, he really got enthusiastic and said it was beautiful. He seemed overjoyed, even. I made somebody happy, and it made my day.

Tom

Very nice. Some things are more important than money, material possessions, etc. People (family members, parents of deceased friends, etc.) have given me bass-related items over the years. If I'm ever in a position whereby I can can "gift" someone a nice bass or amp or effect pedal, I will absolutely do it.

 

[booch29]

Nothing compares to an act of giving from your heart! I wish more people(including me) would learn to let go Of material stuff and focus on giving onto others- for free.
Keep on giving man, you will get a lot!

 

[210superair]

I've had a "70s" Precision Bass for 20 - 25 years, and never really fell for it. Natural ash, maple board, gold plated hardware. It had an active circuit board, which I bypassed after a year or so, when it malfunctioned. Heavy, not in very good condition, I recall paying $125.00 - $150 for it, from an ad in the local Pennysaver.

The woman in my life has been using my car a lot lately, and I sometimes find myself without a ride home from work. There's a guy in the shop, a machinist, who gives me a lift whenever he can. Won't take any compensation.

We've talked a lot over the years; he used to play a little bass, among all the other war stories.

On the ride a couple of days ago, I had an inspiration. In fact, I blurted out "I've had an inspiration!", told him about the bass, and asked if it was anything he would be interested in. When he answered yes, I said "OK, I'd like to give it to you". So I ran inside and got it. It was in a gig bag. When I pulled it out, he really got enthusiastic and said it was beautiful. He seemed overjoyed, even. I made somebody happy, and it made my day.

Tom

I also give away a bass or guitar every year around Christmas time. The old lady and I post an ad on CL for someone whose kid wants an instrument but they can't afford it for whatever reason. Been doing it for man, i dunno, maybe 6-7 years now? Gave up a full rig this year to a family affected by cancer. I don't donate money to causes, this is generally my cause, and it's been a cool one.

I applaud your giving nature.

 

[ugly_bassplayer]

ATTA BOY!!!!
Share with your fellow man. A good deed never goes unrewarded in the long run.

It was made to be played, you made someone smile. That’s precious during these hard times.

Take care of good people.

The not so good ones, well......they can go &*($# off.