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Ok I finally joined the classic vibe ranks. I played one of these J's in-store a couple years ago and absolutely loved the feel of it. I found a great deal on ebay, this guy was listed by a store out of Nashville as a "factory 2nd" (there is a miniscule paint chip, almost undetectable). They shipped it free, included a hard shell case, and even did an awesome set up on it before sending it out. Not bad for $280!
I could not be happier, this thing is a beast all around. It really reminds me of the japanese fenders I love so much. The rumors are true!
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No way! i got mine form the same place! 60s P bass in fiesta brand new but a factory 2nd , hardcase as well 233.50$ with free shiping , this is my 7th CV bass i have owned , yes 7th and i own a CV duo sonic so i have owned 8 instruments of the CV line.
I think it's mostly about technique. If you take that neck in a "death grip" like some players do then yeah, it may seem sticky compared to a neck sanded almost bare. If you play with a lighter touch with your left hand in a thumb under technique it's fine.
I have no problems or complaints about the neck at all. I've played over a dozen different Jazz Basses over the years and this CV is as good as any of them. That neck finish is just a matter of personal preference just like string height.
I think every Squier is finished in a thick layer of finish. Them-a don't do dem nitro finish man.
And still: who cares about dings and scratches on a bass? The first scratch is the worst but after that? It's an object that gets used. That causes damage. Live with it
Brings us back to age old question; "You gonna play it or just look at it"?
+1. Flats ruin the whole idea of a Jazz Bass. You lose most of your tonal variation with flats. Flats on a PBass, absolutely but on a JBass. Like BassAgent says, never, ever, ever, ever.
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Depends on the flats and the pickups. I use chromes and dimarzio area j's. My tone is killer.
That's just silly. Everyone has their likes and dislikes. Flats, rounds, half-rounds, tapewounds, whatever. They all give you a different tonal palette. Why not explore them all?
They're not only good enough for the average person they're good enough for anyone who plays a CV Jazz. Someone here posted a video of Ed Freidland A/B ing a CV Jazz with his own CS 62 Jazz with vintage pickups.
There was so little difference that with your eyes closed you could barely tell the two apart soloed. In a band mix you'd never know which was which. Obviously swapping out the pickups is a matter of personal taste but IMHO it would be a waste of money unless a person wanted something totally different than a straight ahead Jazz Bass sound.
I could hear a distinct difference in the Friedland video, but like you said, you'd never notice in a band mix.
Going with a full band, the CV will sound like a good jazz bass bass. Period.
I've owned a few jazz basses and the CV isn't lacking in tone in any way with the stock pup's.
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Even 4 years ago when this was uploaded (Hence the lack of HD
) I thought the Jazz was the one with the most audible difference in sound. However, you gotta admit that he's comparing it to a 46 years old bass, so it would be hard to nail the sound. Also, as previously stated, no one will notice in a full band situation 
PS: In either case, a pickup upgrade isn't $100 USD too far
Well, (I thought) I could hear a difference, but here's the rub ... I preferred the sound of the Squier.
I had a HW-one jazz back in 2010 and i had the same pups in both that and my CV Jazz, also had the same strings, and there was quite a difference between the two. The HW sounded more growly and middy, while the CV sounded warm and mellower.
No way! i got mine form the same place! 60s P bass in fiesta brand new but a factory 2nd , hardcase as well 233.50$ with free shiping , this is my 7th CV bass i have owned , yes 7th and i own a CV duo sonic so i have owned 8 instruments of the CV line.
Nice! They were hands down the best ebay experience I have ever had. Shipping was free, and it was at my door step 3 days after the auction closed.
Awesome glad to hear that! dont know why my picture didi show up but yep it looks like a 60s P in fiesta haha.
Now to find another 60s J
I bet no one will believe it's a SquierMy Squier CV 60's Precision in Fiesta Red
Upgraded vintage wiring and Pots
Fralin P Bass pickups
D'Addrio Chrome Flats
white pickguard
American P Bass knobs
bridge & pickup covers installed
I just picked up a 50s CV used today off CL. May I get a number?
Here's my new toy.
Switchcraft jack / modded for right angle cords, SCPB3 pup, orange drop cap, CTS pots, new wiring, sanded neck, and black painted pickguard all done by the prior owner.
Here's my new toy.
Switchcraft jack / modded for right angle cords, SCPB3 pup, orange drop cap, CTS pots, new wiring, sanded neck, and black painted pickguard all done by the prior owner.
These things are amazingly good basses. I did the A/B thing at GC the other day and was shocked at how good they are. They weren't even on my radar before I stumbled onto this thread.
I hope I did the right thing picking this one up. The price wasn't bad, but I got a price match/beat that came in this evening on a brand new one for $245 that is mighty tempting and not much more than what I bought this one for.
I hope I did the right thing picking this one up. The price wasn't bad, but I got a price match/beat that came in this evening on a brand new one for $245 that is mighty tempting and not much more than what I bought this one for.
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