Lightweight 4 string passive P/J

Good day all!

I have a problem with my first rib going out of place. It is located just below one’s collarbone. My ten pound beasty is a part, if not the cause of the problem.

Which manufacturers have a history of producing lightweight 4 string passive P/J basses? Preferably at a lower price point!

 

That's actually what I have right now!

I love the bass and have been steadily looking to replace her with another one that is lighter. Those shipped to my local stores are all heavy though.

 

Thanks guys!

Because of the Fender recommendations I gave them a call. The rep, although he couldn't fill me in completely, thought that Fender Japan had some weight releaved designs.

Being unable to read Japanese do any of you know that range well enough to spot which P basses he might be thinking of? If it came down to it, I could live without the J pickup.

http://www.fenderjapan.co.jp/products_precisionbass.html

 

Your first rib begins below and under your collarbone and comes out from underneath above it. The tingling and numbness comes from your rib being elevated which stretches the tendons that run down your arm. They're being pinched and stretched.

I had the same problem you’ve been having for a loooong time. I recently found a chiropractor that immediately diagnosed the problem. I no longer have tingling or numbness. The only problem I have is from the weight of my bass causing my rib to go out.

I don’t prescribe to the religious aspects of yoga but this article and stretch might help your situation. The article even says, “It can develop from repetitive stress and unhealthy movement patterns, like playing a musical instrument for long hours…” I would also seek out a chiropractor who understands how to adjust your first rib.

I can now sleep without pain and can lift my arms without folding over in pain. ALL tingling and numbness is gone!

http://www.yogajournal.com/practice/2767

 

Man that sounds good!

 

Gotcha! You have a cervical rib.