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Kipp Harrington

Kipp Harrington

Feb 8, 2018
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Ok guys and gals:

Here's the scoop. I went to Guitar Center and tried out a few bases. I was interested in the Sterling Stingray. I really liked the bass, however, the pickups are set so close to the bridge that it is uncomfortable for my playing style (thumb anchoring). I tried several basses and I wasn't really grabbed by any of them. And I finally decided, I'm a P bass guy. And I have a Squier CV '70s bass now, which is my #1 . I went online and saw a walnut CV P bass that I have always liked the look of. I am not a color of brown fan, if you know what I mean, but this bass has such a beautiful, classic look. Sweetwater does not have them in stock at this moment. They are on order. But I have a Squier CV P bass now that is my #1. The neck is exactly what I want. But you know how it is... I should play a bass before I purchase one. What to do? I must add, my wife wants to get this bass for me for Christmas, so I need to pull the trigger soon.
 
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For me I think the only way I'd wind up w/ another same model bass in a finish I didn't particularly like would be if I played it & it clicked for me in special way that the other didn't & the first one would be on its way out shortly there after.

I'd probably sit tight & wait for something that really grabbed me or spend the money on an upgrade to the current bass if it clicks well for you but there's something you think is deficient about it.

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SidNitzerglobin said:
For me I think the only way I'd wind up w/ another same model bass in a finish I didn't particularly like would be if I played it & it clicked for me in special way that the other didn't & the first one would be on its way out shortly there after.

I'd probably sit tight & wait for something that really grabbed me or spend the money on an upgrade to the current bass if it clicks well for you but there's something you think is deficient about it.

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Thank you for the reply. I love the walnut color and I guess it wouldn't hurt if I had two #1s. I like purchasing from Sweetwater and they have a 30 day return policy... AND, the store is 75 minutes from my house. I guess I answered my own query! My current Squier CV P has been modded with EMG GZRs, which made it my #1. But the stock pups were good. I guess I'll call Sweetwater tomorrow and reserve the bass.
 
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Did you get to try any basses from the new MII CV line? The only thing that come to my mind is you may not like the new CV as much as your old one. I tried the "2 #1s" thing, but I just preferred one of em and the other never got played... but I guess if you do flats and rounds that might mix it up just enough for you. I agree those walnut basses look sweet!

PS there's an exact twin of your p bass on GC used right now! ;)
 
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John Stephen said:
@CallMeAl beat me to it. I also was going to suggest one w/flats and the other w/rounds. Then they're the same but different.

I should add, that is one gorgeous P-bass you've got there.
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Thanks John! I really like it, for sure. I mainly play rock and roll and some contemporary pop. But some of the rock we do is pretty hard stuff, so I really like to use rounds to cut through with the big guitar (Marshall 100 watt through a 412 cab) and drummer that really likes to pound the skins/cymbals hard! Can you recommend some flats that have a little bit of snap but last a while? I love GJS Precision Flats... some of the nicest flats I've ever played. I do have a preamp pedal on my board and I can probably adjust the EQ of my amp to get those flats to sound a little more "grindy".
 
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I use mostly Thomastik-Infeld and LaBella flats, which don't really have much snap to them, so I don't think they would suit your needs. But on my newest bass, a Reverend Raymond, I just put on GHS Brite Flats because I was looking for a snappier sound myself. After years of being a flats-only player, I wanted to try some brighter strings. So far I like them a lot, but I only put them on a week ago and haven't played them very much yet, so it's a little premature for me to give them a review just yet. Hopefully some others here on TB will have some recommendations on bright-sounding flats. Anyhoo, good luck with your impending purchase of the new bass.
 
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John Stephen said:
I use mostly Thomastik-Infeld and LaBella flats, which don't really have much snap to them, so I don't think they would suit your needs. But on my newest bass, a Reverend Raymond, I just put on GHS Brite Flats because I was looking for a snappier sound myself. After years of being a flats-only player, I wanted to try some brighter strings. So far I like them a lot, but I only put them on a week ago and haven't played them very much yet, so it's a little premature for me to give them a review just yet. Hopefully some others here on TB will have some recommendations on bright-sounding flats. Anyhoo, good luck with your impending purchase of the new bass.
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Thanks for the info, John. Much appreciated!
The Brite Flats may be a good choice. I hear that EB Cobalt Flats might be to my liking also. Time to experiment...
 
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Kipp Harrington said:
What to do? I must add, my wife wants to get this bass for me for Christmas, so I need to pull the trigger soon.
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GAS'ed against your will? :D

i think it's lovely that your wife thinks enough of your music (and you!) to indulge you! ;) why wouldn't you consider putting some kind of thumb rest on the stingray to accommodate your anchoring?
 
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JRA said:
GAS'ed against your will? :D

i think it's lovely that your wife thinks enough of your music (and you!) to indulge you! ;) why wouldn't you consider putting some kind of thumb rest on the stingray to accommodate your anchoring?
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Funny that you mentioned that. That popped into my mind about 3 minutes into playing it. I guess I'll have to consider that. I really like the tone/sound of the Ray and for $300, it's a DARN good value/bang for the buck. You see, this is why TB is such a valuable resource. I will give this some serious consideration. Thanks JRA!
 
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I mean, lots of people have similar basses and multiples of each.

If you're pressing yourself for time in regards to a purchase: then buyer's remorse is sure to follow.

If you REALLY like it then scoop it up. If not then don't think twice about waiting. Take a gift card or stash the loot until you see something you really want float by.

My opinion only, YMMV
 
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I never was a big fan of brown basses myself or even woody basses but I have to say I really like my CV P with a walnut finish. I like J necks so I installed one and find myself grabbing for it constantly. It's good problem to have. ;)
 

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