Hey guys I know there is a megathread and all but this question is kinda specific. I have decided on getting an SX bass. I really like the natural finish look and chrome covers like the 75 Jazz bass. My problem is that I cant decide if I want to wait for 75 Jazz or if I should get the ash P/J bass and just get some covers for it. I really want a thick sound and I liked the P sound but the Jazz has more versatility as you guys say. Any thoughts or experiences with a P/J over a J or either of the SX basses I mentioned? Thanks
If it means anything to you, the '75 has black blocks and binding on the maple board. It is a trivial cosmetic thing, but I think it really adds to the whole look of the bass. You could get the jazz and rig it with a Series/Parallel switch. A lot of happy modded-jazz owners swear by this. I plan on trying it for myself soon. Personally, I'd wait for the '75, put in the Ser/Par switch, and later if you decide that you really want a P/J, route the bass and "implant" one!
Also, I forgot to add: the '75 body is made out of alder, and the Ash P/J is made out of, well, ash. Alder is a warmer sounding wood than ash, but ash has a bit more "punch" to it, IIRC. Alder will work better for the "thick" sound you're looking for.
