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K5s

Nov 29, 2010
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#1
I am looking for a precision bass that is no more than 1200 dollars, but it can't be crappy, it has to have some quality to it. I don't know if you will find anything but if you do this would be very helpful.:help: I have looked into the epiphone les paul special but I don't want something cheaper than that because it wont have much quality.
 
#2
For $1200 you can get a brand new Fender American Standard Precision bass. It's about as good a Precision as you can get.
And try not to judge basses on how much they cost, it's not always a sure guarantee of quality. Usually, but not always. Squiers are good basses and they cost on average about $300. I have one of their Vintage Modified Precision basses (the amber one), it cost $280 and it's a great bass.
 
#4
For $1200, you can have a quality bass AND rig. Buy used. Start trying out instruments, and don't buy one until you find one you really like. Remember, most basses hanging in stores aren't properly set up. You'll have to develop some insight into what makes a bass a worthwhile risk.
 
#8
I have (3) P basses and all cost $1100 plus. My road bass was about $1100, the deluxe amer. (active) was a discontined Montego Black & Gold cost $1200 or so. Finally the 5 string USA was $1500 and all worth every penny. I would go out and play all of the current P basses leave your money at home and then decide......To get what you really want might be more than $1200........................Best of Luck , no matter what you buy......:cool:
 
#16
parsons said:
get an Ernie Ball Big Al thats slightly used. Precision killer and you wont be stuck with a one trick pony. And no, Im not a Precision hater, I have 3 of them.
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I really dig the new Big Al bass, but I don't think I would call the P-bass a "one trick pony". Precisions have been used successfully in jazz, blues, R&B, pop, country, hard rock, metal, reggae, Motown, soul, ... you get the idea.

In my opinion, it's not the bass that is the one-trick pony, but the player.
 
#17
K5s said:
I am looking for a precision bass that is no more than 1200 dollars ... but I don't want something cheaper than that because it wont have much quality.
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You can find quality P-Style basses cheaper than $1200. Especially used ones.

Some brands like Lakland (Skyline series) and G & L have P-inspired instruments at that price point.

You could also have a P style instrument assembled to your specifications by a luthier.

You probably ought to try before you buy. Play several new Fenders first (remember not all are alike, and few are set up to play their best). and then try at least a handful of P-inspired basses to see if you can find one you like better.
 
#18
If you don't mind the "worn" look, you should check out the Fender Road-Worn P-bass:

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You can find them used for around 700-800 bucks.

They feel and sound GREAT. The Road-Worn series has some of the best feeling necks I've ever had the pleasure of playing.
 
#20
As a Precision Bass junkie-fanboy. I just got a 2010 American St. Precision V for less than $1200.00.

It is a great bass with very good vibe.

A standard 4-string new is where I'd search first...if it was me. Some of the suggestions already offered on certain models is 'sound' advice.

Searching used, you might get lucky or end up kissin' a lot of frogs.

Find a GC or somesuch and start runnin' the rack on new stuff. The used rack may yield fruit as well. For 1200 bucks, you'll do well. Remember to bargian for some accessories: strings, a tuner, stand, a cheap Squier, etc.
 

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