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NOBD: 1982 Fullerton CAR '57 RI Precision Bass

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by Tonegasm, Jul 4, 2013.

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  1. Jul 4, 2013 #1
    Tonegasm

    Tonegasm

    Mar 22, 2010
    NJ
    Scored this beauty amidst 4th of July celebrations today. The wear of the CAR over gold over 2-tone sunburst is REALLY awesome. Can't wait to see it progress more over time. The bass is super light and crazy resonant. The neck on this thing is amazing!

    Here are some photos:

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  2. Jul 4, 2013 #2
    vin*tone

    vin*tone

    Oct 19, 2008
    Ballaarat, Ostraya
    Lovely. Looks like a sticker was ripped off the top front.
     
  3. Jul 4, 2013 #3
    bigmoosepi

    bigmoosepi

    Oct 1, 2012
    Tasmania, Australia
    looks awesome, nothing better than a 50s or 60s shaped pbass neck.
     
  4. Jul 4, 2013 #4
    Arizona Jones

    Arizona Jones

    Mar 29, 2006
    Tucson, Arizona
    Wasn't the selling price of this bass being discussed the other day? Hope that went Ok for you. This bass is a thing a beauty. Would be interesting to see the neck pocket and under the pickguard; not saying you have to go there. Congrats!
     
  5. Jul 4, 2013 #5
    Petethebassman

    Petethebassman

    Mar 7, 2008
    Finland
    Wow, what a beauty! I even like the look of the frayed and torn tweed case.
     
  6. Jul 4, 2013 #6
    king_biscuit

    king_biscuit

    May 21, 2006
    US
    So very nice! You are pretty well fixed in the P bass department now :)
     
  7. Jul 4, 2013 #7
    king_biscuit

    king_biscuit

    May 21, 2006
    US
  8. Jul 4, 2013 #8
    millsbass5

    millsbass5

    Dec 7, 2008
    Logan,W.V.(not up some holler)
    Oh, God. I wanna P-Bass, right now. And, it's this one!! Jeez.
     
  9. Jul 5, 2013 #9
    Tonegasm

    Tonegasm

    Mar 22, 2010
    NJ
    Thanks, everyone! Plays and sounds awesome. It really needs a set of flats on it. Ordered D'Addario Chromes (my fav) which will be here next week. That will complete it.

    Maybe bridge and pickup covers?
    Ask and you shall receive!

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  10. Jul 5, 2013 #10
    Lichtaffen

    Lichtaffen

    Sep 29, 2008
    Rhode Island
    There doesn't seem to be an emoticon for "lost control of all bodily functions."

    Sure is purty.
     
  11. Jul 5, 2013 #11
    jamminology101

    jamminology101 Guest

    Aug 22, 2012
    Indianapolis In
    Endorsing Artist: Glockenklang
    Dude...im envious. A custom color fullerton. Way to go..they sound good don't they..pretty mid growly.
     
  12. Jul 5, 2013 #12
    f.c.geil

    f.c.geil

    May 12, 2011
    That neck is simply stunning! The rest of the bass is really nice, too, but that neck... gorgeous. Now, give back my bass! :crying:

    :bag:

    Nice find, I hope you have a long and happy life together.
     
  13. Jul 5, 2013 #13
    Tonegasm

    Tonegasm

    Mar 22, 2010
    NJ
    Thank you! The only thing I'm to crazy about are the raised A string pole pieces. It's vintage correct but I think I'd prefer flat poles.
    The neck makes the bass. It has a nice amount of Birdseye in it, too. Pretty unreal. :D
     
  14. Jul 5, 2013 #14
    Tom Howland

    Tom Howland Supporting Member

    Feb 11, 2003
    :cool:

    My brother, you scored a real beauty.
    What's the weight?
    Those necks are to die for.
     
  15. Jul 5, 2013 #15
    f.c.geil

    f.c.geil

    May 12, 2011
    I, on the other hand, love the raised A pole pieces. Different strokes, and all that...
     
  16. Jul 5, 2013 #16
    Tonegasm

    Tonegasm

    Mar 22, 2010
    NJ
    8 lbs. 11 oz. on the nose.

    Maybe I'll warm up to it. I'll leave it be for now. Think I'm going to order up a bridge and pickup cover set to complete the look.

    Here's a photo with my beloved '71.

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  17. Jul 5, 2013 #17
    markoSirec

    markoSirec

    Mar 1, 2009
    I was watching this one on ebay. Was thinking of bidding on it, but then again i don't need another fullerton pbass. But damn these basses are great... i love mine to death :)

    Congrats!
     
  18. Jul 6, 2013 #18
    Tom Howland

    Tom Howland Supporting Member

    Feb 11, 2003
    :cool:
    They look good together.
    Quick word about this 1971. One of the best early 70's P-Bass I've ever played.
    A tone machine.
     
  19. Jul 6, 2013 #19
    Tonegasm

    Tonegasm

    Mar 22, 2010
    NJ
    Agreed. It quickly puts anything I bring into the house in its place. I adore the '82 CAR but it'll never be my '71. Cold hard truth.
     
  20. Jul 6, 2013 #20
    Johntheson

    Johntheson Guest

    Apr 10, 2011
    Newport News,Va
    Sweet Sweet CAR bass Bro'; but thet SB is the killer diller. That FB almost looks like ebony. Congrats on both sweet basses.
    John Sr.
     
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