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Recommendations: P vs Mustang

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by rodgersk24, Apr 15, 2012.

  1. Apr 15, 2012 #1
    rodgersk24

    rodgersk24

    Nov 18, 2008
    MPLS, MN, USA
    Hi everyone,

    I have a bit of a dilemma, and I would like to tap into the wisdom here to try to solve it.

    Right now I have two 80s MIJ P-Basses, one with a rosewood board strung with flats and a Nordstrand pickup, and the another with a maple board. I've always wanted to have a Mustang bass, but whenever I was in the market they were a bit above what I could afford at the time. However, I went into the local music store yesterday and found a used Mustang in mint condition that has a heavenly neck.

    Here's my dilemma: right now I can't justify having more than two basses, nor can I afford to purchase another one. I could afford to trade off one of the P-Basses and some cash for the Mustang. Are there any mustang owners out there who would do this, or do you think it would be better to hang on to the two P-Basses? If any Mustang owners have any thoughts on this that would be excellent!

    Thanks in advance for the help, I very much appreciate it!
     
  2. Apr 15, 2012 #2
    jamersonburton

    jamersonburton

    Jul 22, 2011
    do you know when the mustang was made by any chance? also, what music do you play? i'm interested as well in other peoples responses and can definately understand the dilema you're in. Every bass player.... well, almost every bass player goes through this "process" during some point.
     
  3. Apr 15, 2012 #3
    fuzzy beard

    fuzzy beard

    Mar 8, 2011
    Aurora, Indiana
    I have a hard time switching from long scale and short scale often. So i only use short scale basses. You may not have the trouble i do. But is some thing to keep in mind!
     
  4. Apr 15, 2012 #4
    rodgersk24

    rodgersk24

    Nov 18, 2008
    MPLS, MN, USA
    It's a CIJ S-series, and according to the Fender dating page it is a 2006-08. We do a lot of rock spanning multiple decades, so it's nice to have a bass with flats and rounds. I'd keep rounds on it I think for song when I don't need a bass with flats. However, I may end up putting flats on it as well.
     
  5. Apr 15, 2012 #5
    rodgersk24

    rodgersk24

    Nov 18, 2008
    MPLS, MN, USA
    I guess I didn't think of that, thanks for the head's up!
     
  6. Apr 15, 2012 #6
    JonKim

    JonKim

    Nov 15, 2011
    I think the mustangs are totally worth the asking retail price! with that in mind, instead of taking the hit on the trade, if I were you I would take my time and sell the CIJ p bass here. They are highly sought after and Im sure you can get at least 500-650 if not more for it here.
    Mustangs will come and go and you can wait for them to pop out again. Or I bet a talkbass member will be more than happy to trade their mustang for one of your p basses without you adding cash on top.
     
  7. Apr 15, 2012 #7
    Jeff Scott

    Jeff Scott Rickenbacker guru..........

    Apr 11, 2006
    Out there!
    I have no trouble doing so, but then, I also play guitar. :)

    The mid '90s CIJ Mustang I had for a while was a fantastic instrument, especially so, with TI Jazz Flats on it. :bassist:
     
  8. Apr 15, 2012 #8
    B String

    B String Supporting Member

    Apr 11, 2002
    Los Angeles
    If you really like the Mustang, buy it. Then put in a set of the new Nordstrand replacement pickups for the Mustang. It will sound as big as your P bass. Maybe bigger. Fantastic pickup.
     
  9. Apr 16, 2012 #9
    rodgersk24

    rodgersk24

    Nov 18, 2008
    MPLS, MN, USA
    I may have to do just that...

    I've had some bad luck selling on eBay, so I tend to stay away from trying to sell the bass on my own as opposed to turn it in for credit towards a new one. And I know that TB members are light years better people to work with than some eBayers, but I'm still a bit wary.

    Thanks everyone for the advice! I just may pull the trigger!
     
  10. Apr 17, 2012 #10
    PomeleS87

    PomeleS87 Guest

    Apr 17, 2012
    Yes, I totally agree with you JonKim


    Cialis
     
  11. Apr 18, 2012 #11
    treddy2

    treddy2 Guest

    Apr 16, 2012
    i have a squire modified short scale jaguar but was thinking of changing to mustang? any advice?
     
  12. Apr 18, 2012 #12
    treddy2

    treddy2 Guest

    Apr 16, 2012
    hi
    where can i obtain the norstrand pick-ups?
     
  13. Apr 18, 2012 #13
    treddy2

    treddy2 Guest

    Apr 16, 2012
    hi
    where can i obtain the norstrand pick-ups? (ok for short scale?)
     
  14. Apr 18, 2012 #14
    rodgersk24

    rodgersk24

    Nov 18, 2008
    MPLS, MN, USA
    Oh yeah, I agree they're worth the price, it's just that that price was above what I was able to spend at the time.
     
  15. Apr 18, 2012 #15
    rodgersk24

    rodgersk24

    Nov 18, 2008
    MPLS, MN, USA
    I bought Nordstrand pickups for one of my P-Basses at Best Bass Gear:

    Nordstrand Pickups

    They were above-and-beyond helpful in giving me recommendations!
     
  16. Apr 19, 2012 #16
    ejaggers

    ejaggers

    Aug 18, 2009
    Fort Worth, TX
    I really,..really,..really,..really,.. want a mustang, but I have to get a good price to make it happen. What do you thing of the Mikey Way? The price is right on these, but I don't know how they compare to a Fender. I don't like the looks of the VM's, and really could do without the silver flakes on MW mustang.

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