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I want a Fender!!!

#21
I own the Geddy j-bass and the Sting p-bass and to me they both play great and are not to heavy. I do not know what the exact weight is of each. I think they are both made in Japan, but I am not sure. Fender has enough basses out there that you should be able to find one you like. Good luck.
 
#23
I concur that a sub-9 pound bass is not too hard to find. Even in the same factory run, the wood density varies considerably.

But if weight is an issue, you just have to look harder and be a little more determined.

TB classifieds routinely feature Fenders and there's almost an unwritten rule that the seller will accurately weigh and disclose that to potential buyers. I see them here under 9 pounds all the time.
 
#25
Evil Undead said:
I've heard that MIM aren't as good quality as some of the recent Squiers. Have I been misinformed?
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I guess it depends on where you got your information.

I think the main argument in the many "CV vs MIM" debate threads is that the Squier CV line offers a comparable bass at a lower price, and is therefore looked at as a much better value.

Comparable bass. Lower price. Better value. Not necessarily a better bass, from a quality standpoint. Comparable.

TBH, I've A/B'd the CV 60's P and CV J against their MIM counterparts, and would be hard pressed to tell you the difference between a MIM and a CV if I played them blindfolded. Sure, there are differences, but most of them are small.

The CV 60's P costs $349. A new MIM Standard P is $579. That makes the CV $230 cheaper than the MIM. That's a chunk of change when talking about sub-$600 basses, and a number of people - myself included - don't always see the MIMs as being $230 better than the CVs.

Does that mean that the MIMs are lower quality? Not at all.

So, in regards to your original question, there's nothing wrong with looking at a MIM with a maple board to fill your needs.
 
#31
Evil Undead said:
What about this one? Any ideas how much these weigh?

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Are we going in circles? Now you are considering MIM?

What is wrong with your CV Precision?

I think that you need to make up your mind, then ask us.

Honestly, a couple of ounces isn't going to break your shoulder, is it?

With all due respect, JohnK did answer your question.

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#32
Evil Undead said:
I saw what John posted, but I can't afford that one. I'm looking at cheaper options
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I just weighed on a digital bathroom scale my two 2010 MIM Standard Precisions I purchased for the road last year.

Both came in at 8.6 pounds.

I think the issue has been addressed. Four-string passive P-style basses routinely come in well under 9 pounds across a fairly wide spectrum of price points.
 
#33
soxhats said:
Check out the 60th Anniversary P Bass (usually around 8 1/2 pounds). All of them have maple necks. Also, 2008 and beyond American Standard P's are high-quality instruments under 9 pounds.
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I just picked one of these (the 60th) from a fellow TBer, and at 9 pounds, it didn't feel super heavy, but I also ordered a strap from Wide Rides (www.widerides.com) and it made a HUGE difference in how heavy the bass feels. They have a 4" memory foam shoulder pad that distributes the weight very well. I only got the strap yesterday, and I've been raving about it to everyone.
 
#36
SolarMan said:
Are we going in circles? Now you are considering MIM?

What is wrong with your CV Precision?

I think that you need to make up your mind, then ask us.

Honestly, a couple of ounces isn't going to break your shoulder, is it?

With all due respect, JohnK did answer your question.

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Having been informed in this thread that they are great quality and that I should consider them, I took that advice.

Yes, John did answer my question with regards to weight, but I can't afford any of those. Therefore, my issue isn't resolved is it?

I like my CV a lot, but it says Squier on the headstock. Go on, call me a snob. I don't like to gig it because of the name.

As far as a couple of ounces not breaking my shoulder goes, no it probably won't. But I have very severe back problems and cannot afford to take the risk of overloading it if I want to be walking upright in ten years time. We can't all be as carefree about the weight of a bass as you obviously can.
 
#39
THand said:
You need to actually go to some music stores and find some basses in your price range. Then buy the one that plays, feels and sounds the best to you. The End.
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I've tried that. Every music shop in this city seems determined not to sell any basses. They're all like longbows.

And I really wish people would stop telling me when my query has been dealt with!
 
#40
Rip Topaz said:
I just picked one of these (the 60th) from a fellow TBer, and at 9 pounds, it didn't feel super heavy, but I also ordered a strap from Wide Rides (Wide Rides Guitar Straps - Comfortable Guitar Straps - Home) and it made a HUGE difference in how heavy the bass feels. They have a 4" memory foam shoulder pad that distributes the weight very well. I only got the strap yesterday, and I've been raving about it to everyone.
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Thanks for posting that link. My back has been hurting latey. I'm going to check out those straps!
 

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