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NBD: Honey Blonde Beauty

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by melikecookies, Jul 15, 2013.

  1. Jul 15, 2013 #1
    melikecookies

    melikecookies

    Sep 19, 2012
    York, PA
    So I got the chance to pick up this beautiful piece of art during the Independence Day sale for an unbelievable price. Before I wasn't really a fan of maple boards, but the moment I saw these basses online, I was on the hunt for one of my own. Oh, I know this thread is worthless without pics so:

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    I'm loving it so far! Beautiful, light as a feather, with a thunderous sound. My only gripe about it is the pickguard messes with my fingernails the way I play. I'd like to keep it on so any suggestions on how to get around it would be appreciated. Also, I'm not used to the fat neck of a P-Bass. But I plan on swapping for an American Standard Maple Jazz neck in the near future.
     
  2. Jul 15, 2013 #2
    RED J

    RED J Lol

    Jan 23, 2000
    → any suggestions on how to get around it would be appreciated.

    Try trimming your fingernails.
     
  3. Jul 15, 2013 #3
    melikecookies

    melikecookies

    Sep 19, 2012
    York, PA
    Yea you're right, but my fingernails are relatively low though as I'm not a fan of growing my nails out.. I was thinking about some sort of clear tape around the area my fingers are placed. Not sure yet though.
     
  4. Jul 15, 2013 #4
    Jeff K

    Jeff K Supporting Member

    Jul 9, 2005
    Memphis, TN
    I like mine as well. But if you find that you just can't live with the gold anodized guard, they also look good with brown tort.

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  5. Jul 15, 2013 #5
    steamthief

    steamthief

    Jan 25, 2006
    Mentone Beach
    Nice bass! If and when you sell the neck, I'm interested if the price is right.
     
  6. Jul 15, 2013 #6
    melikecookies

    melikecookies

    Sep 19, 2012
    York, PA
    I'm actually looking to put it up as soon as possible, PM coming your way.
     
  7. Jul 15, 2013 #7
    garp

    garp

    Feb 7, 2009
    Connecticut USA
    Congrats! I loves me some ‘50s Classic P goodness. Bought my Honey Blonde around this time last year. Added covers and a tugbar, and it has become one of my faves.

    My only advice: Try to get used to the “fat” neck of a P bass before doing a transplant. Seriously. I had played Jazzes almost exclusively for 20+ years and had a strong aversion to the Precision, but I ultimately relented when I joined a band doing lots of R&B/Motown stuff. This instrument has an awesome neck, and you can acclimate to it — given sufficient effort.
     
  8. Jul 15, 2013 #8
    melikecookies

    melikecookies

    Sep 19, 2012
    York, PA
    Great advice, Thanks! I think I just may play around with the neck a bit more to see if I can adjust to it. Playing short scales almost exclusively, it is definitely a transition.
     
  9. Jul 15, 2013 #9
    SirMjac28

    SirMjac28 Patiently Waiting For The Next British Invasion

    Aug 25, 2010
    The Great Midwest
    +1 I felt the same way after awhile I actually preferred the fatter neck.
     
  10. Jul 15, 2013 #10
    faulknersj

    faulknersj Inactive

    Apr 4, 2008
    Scottsdale Az
    Gorgeous Bass!!
     
  11. Jul 15, 2013 #11
    9mmMike

    9mmMike Would you happen to have a cookie for me? Supporting Member

    Apr 25, 2008
    Wee bit west-o-Philly - SEPA
    The pic that inspired me to buy one!
     
  12. Jul 15, 2013 #12
    Jeff K

    Jeff K Supporting Member

    Jul 9, 2005
    Memphis, TN
    Ha ha! Good to know that despite what some have suggested, I AM good for something! ;)