Was the maxed-out truss rod also advertised by the seller?
If not, you have your answer.
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Return Used Fender Custom Shop Bass?
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If not, you have your answer.
In my estimation; No Principles = No Integrity. Even with musical instruments.
...but that is just me...
...but that is just me...
I am perplexed that question was asked; "Just live with it" is for when there are no other choices or problem doesn't actually bother you mor than trouble to return
I realize I am likely not the target, but I don't think I said live with it.
I would try lighter strings first, but that's easy for me. Not all bassists are interested in that. After this, I would install washers and see what that does.
If neither of these fix the problem, this is when the return happens for me.
Good points!
I guess if it isn't the real deal it isn't genuine is how I feel.
Like having a replica '62 Corvette with a modern 700hp engine and 8 speed trans, be awesome but not the real article.
A bass with a maxed out try’s rod is not worth $3K. I don’t care what the logo says on the headstock, it’s not something I would accept.
How do you know the TR is maxed out?
If the TR is still working well and just at the end of the threads, a couple washers might be all you need.
If you really like the sound and look and weight, take it to a good tech for a real evaluation. If they agree the TR is not functioning properly then send it back.
If the TR is still working well and just at the end of the threads, a couple washers might be all you need.
If you really like the sound and look and weight, take it to a good tech for a real evaluation. If they agree the TR is not functioning properly then send it back.
Some years back I bought a used CS 59 P bass from a guy I knew, he never played it. He got on you tube and watched a video on setting up a bass and played with the truss rod. Ten years later he offered it to me for a very good price. When I went to pick it up, I looked at it and he had over a 1/16 neck relief I couldn't believe it. I bought it and had it set up correctly and it played as good as any bass I ever played. Over two years the neck kept returning to where he had it for 10 years. After the second adjustment it went back again, it had retained a memory. At this point the truss rod was about maxed out. I toyed with the Idea of backing the truss rod off and clamping the neck to straighten the neck but I decided to sell it. It still played pretty good but just not to what I knew it could be. At the time some of my gigs called for soloing and for me the string height was just not where I needed it to be. It was a bummer cause that neck shape, wide thin and pretty flat was great. I occasionally look at what 59 Fender CS basses go for and it's beyond what I'm willing to pay the prices seem sky high to this 70 year old man.
What strings are on it? Pull the strings off and see where the neck is sitting, as others have said the fix could be as simple as putting on strings with reasonable tension or adding a few washers. Some players really love high tension strings, especially flats, but sometimes bass necks don't take to them well.
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A shim is not unusual nor a concern. And a max'ed out truss rod is not necessarily a big deal. Certainly the commonly effective treatment is to add a washer or two under the truss rod nut. Getting a FSO with good weight and that looks and feels good is a true find. Don't blow it over the small stuff.
When you spend 3K on something you don't fix anything yourself , clearly that bass has too many issues for you to deal with .........send it back !
First thing a “new to me” bass gets is a set of the strings I prefer and a set up. If it won’t set up with my strings and there are any return options, I’ll send it back. (With the strings it came with)
My Cirrus looked like a loser when I brought it up to standard pitch with what ever bridge cable strings came on it. Alarm bells were going off already: it was shipped de-tuned to slack strings, no sound when plugged in, (no batteries), truss rod was scary tight and still the action was too high…. But it was pristine and beautiful, so I wasn’t going to give up easily.
Batteries, DR Pure Blue VW .040’s, and it went into a back bow. Me and the Cirrus breathed a huge sigh of relief as I relaxed the truss rod to a great set up.
I would try strings and a couple washers, it not like you’re going to void a warranty or return policy. If it won’t set up, send it back.
My Cirrus looked like a loser when I brought it up to standard pitch with what ever bridge cable strings came on it. Alarm bells were going off already: it was shipped de-tuned to slack strings, no sound when plugged in, (no batteries), truss rod was scary tight and still the action was too high…. But it was pristine and beautiful, so I wasn’t going to give up easily.
Batteries, DR Pure Blue VW .040’s, and it went into a back bow. Me and the Cirrus breathed a huge sigh of relief as I relaxed the truss rod to a great set up.
I would try strings and a couple washers, it not like you’re going to void a warranty or return policy. If it won’t set up, send it back.
I've always found Fender Custom Shop instruments to be overrated for the money, and that's when they're in good shape. Send that one back and find a new Nash, Suhr or Bluesman Vintage and maybe put some money back in your pocket.
means nothing...
that means something: possible serious problem(s)...
If the truss rod is maxed out i'd return it. Thats an issue I wouldn't personally deal with
Have you tried to tighten it? They are maxed out when they won't turn in anymore. You can't tell by looking at it.
