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The Squier Mini Precision Bass Club

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JPJ said:
I can't tell (lack of context) if this is a serious question or one meant to be read with humor (did we actually talk about that earlier in the thread?!?!). Don't want to take this too seriously, but since you asked, I AM really good at renegotiating cable/internet/phone monthly rates. I hate the process, but I'm willing to put in the time to get the win. :) It's less about saving money and more about the principle of it, so yes....yes, I am. :D
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Well, it was a serious question, and I'll PM you with my advice request.

Of course, taking me NOT seriously is normally an accurate way to go forward!
Thanks for letting me know
:D
 
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I'm quite pleased with the La Bella strings. They fit perfectly except the D string nut slot needed to be widened just a bit. The bass sounds fat as heck, but note thatI did replace the pickup when I first got the bass with a Bill Lawrence PB something-or-other simply because the plastic shell on the stock one was ugly and cheap looking.

I could see upgrading the tuners and bridge since most modders can't leave well enough alone, but they function adequately so I won't bother until I have more disposable income.
 
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Glad to see folks digging the strings. I just got mine out of the mailbox today, along with a set of the ltd. Hofners that were also in the store at the same time (don't know what I'll put them on, but just thought I'd grab a set to have). I shot the folks at La Bella a thank you note from the TB crew this afternoon, letting then know that the early reviews have been good and that we appreciated them going above and beyond to help out. Also put a little bug in their ear that it would be nice to see a run of nickel rounds at some point down the line, but I'm just happy to have what we have. Play on! :bassist:
 
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Thanks for the feedback about the protruding truss rod nut. I'll decide what to do in the next days.
pcake said:
have you tried an ibanez mikro? i like them, and they have the same scale length as the mini precision.
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Yes, a friend of mine lent it to me a couple of years ago, but I wasn't very fond of the looks and the double pickup confused me (I'm a simple person :D)

NicoIT said:
i'm also considering ordering a Bronco...
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... and I did, received it and discarded it almost right away. In terms of build quality, it looks and feels very cheap (i.e. the neck and headstock of the Mini are so much cooler). Plus, the neck is very chunky. I like the overall size more than the Mini (that feels a little cramped), but that's all. I will send it back.

Can someone refresh my memory about the strings? Don't want to dive into the whole thread again. Flats excluded, which brands make direct fit sets for the Mini P?
 
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NicoIT said:
Thanks for the feedback about the protruding truss rod nut. I'll decide what to do in the next days.

Yes, a friend of mine lent it to me a couple of years ago, but I wasn't very fond of the looks and the double pickup confused me (I'm a simple person :D)

... and I did, received it and discarded it almost right away. In terms of build quality, it looks and feels very cheap (i.e. the neck and headstock of the Mini are so much cooler). Plus, the neck is very chunky. I like the overall size more than the Mini (that feels a little cramped), but that's all. I will send it back.

Can someone refresh my memory about the strings? Don't want to dive into the whole thread again. Flats excluded, which brands make direct fit sets for the Mini P?
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Funny how much people's preferences differ.
My Bronco has a fantastic neck. It just feels so right. I wouldn't call it chunky at all. Rounded edges and inset frets. Super straight and resonant. It does look cheap because untinted maple is very pale.

The chunkiest neck I've ever tried was on a Baja Telecaster. That was a baseball bat for sure.
 
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NicoIT said:
Thanks for the feedback about the protruding truss rod nut. I'll decide what to do in the next days.

Yes, a friend of mine lent it to me a couple of years ago, but I wasn't very fond of the looks and the double pickup confused me (I'm a simple person :D)

... and I did, received it and discarded it almost right away. In terms of build quality, it looks and feels very cheap (i.e. the neck and headstock of the Mini are so much cooler). Plus, the neck is very chunky. I like the overall size more than the Mini (that feels a little cramped), but that's all. I will send it back.

Can someone refresh my memory about the strings? Don't want to dive into the whole thread again. Flats excluded, which brands make direct fit sets for the Mini P?
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i ended up using d'addario nickel short scales - there's just a hint of wrap on the tuner, but no issues so far. i decided against getting newtones for this bass, but they allow you to create your own strings, letting you pick wrap material, scale length, gauge for each string from quite thin to heavy, round or hex core and more. if you're looking for the perfect round wounds, Custom Bass String Configurator – Newtone Strings

andare said:
Funny how much people's preferences differ.
My Bronco has a fantastic neck. It just feels so right. I wouldn't call it chunky at all. Rounded edges and inset frets. Super straight and resonant. It does look cheap because untinted maple is very pale.

The chunkiest neck I've ever tried was on a Baja Telecaster. That was a baseball bat for sure.
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i also wouldn't call the bronco neck chunky. i've had many wider and deeper necks. i find the bronco neck very comfortable - it's currently my go-to bass for late night, relaxed playing. i thought my black one (which i sold) looked cheap, but the red one looks nicer. i like the pale maple myself.
 
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NicoIT said:
Yes, and also consider that I'm not a trained player (far from it) and I'm probably more attracted to the (apparent) friendliness of the smaller Mini neck. I already can see me, somewhere down the road, regretting sending the Bronco back :laugh:
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i am 5' 3" with little girly hands, but i find a really narrow neck can be challenging as you have less room and need to play with more precision - depending on the acdtual neck.

and hey, i sold my first bronco, then at least 2 years later bought my current one. some i've played had mild intonation issues, not a problem except for the weird bridge. if i got one now with that issue, i'd just exchange it. i actually bought a replacement bridge from a mustang for my bronco, but it hasn't been a priority. lots of customization going on around here, both on my husband's guitars and my basses :)

btw, i find the bronco easier to play than the mini P, but the mini P is so cute and lightweight!
 
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I was feeling like my Mini P was kind of sounding a bit dull after putting the La Bella flats on. Was having second thoughts on the bass. 90% of my practice is through a Line 6 XTLive with the Bassman model. I boosted the presence control to about 50% and the sound really came to life, making it closer to my long scale bass sound. All smiles again. I live in an apartment so cant really play through my amp. I am guessing that I would boost the upper mids/highs around 5k to get that if I need it.
 
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Had my 1st jam in 2 years yesterday. The Squier Mini P really sounds good with a band (fits in the mix). No dead notes that I could tell, and just an overall good tone. The light weight and shorter reach sure made for less fatigue for sure.
Only negative from the day was that I put the power chord to my amp in my case under the neck and scratched a little nick. I was able to buff it out feel wise with some micromesh sandpaper, but it doesn't look too hot. Lesson learned about what to put in the case.
 
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andare said:
Where I live those pickups cost more than I paid for the Mini P :)
Were they too big for the pickguard?
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in the u.s., the pickups are $99.99 and the bass is up to $199 - when i bought it last year (or was it earlier this year?), it listed for $179 but i got it on sale.

the plate on the underside of the pure vintage pickup was large and didn't fit without routing on the inside - it didn't change anything on the outside front of the bass. the pickguard was a tight fit, but it did fit. the second pic shows the pickguard back on without having to mod it.

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Is it shipping and taxes that make things more expensive in Poland? I will eventually go there because I love the food, culture and people. I did something similar to my son's mini and I paid $179 for the bass, $99 for the pickups, and $149 for the bridge. I recently barrowed it to take on a business trip and WOW, this bass is a true monster with the upgrades. I ran it through my Zoom Multistomp pedal into an Oontz angle 3 Bluetooth speaker and my friend said he heard it with authority on the entire floor of the hotel! Not a fan of the original bridge and pickup but I do love these basses.
 
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Lowendchamp said:
Is it shipping and taxes that make things more expensive in Poland? I will eventually go there because I love the food, culture and people. I did something similar to my son's mini and I paid $179 for the bass, $99 for the pickups, and $149 for the bridge. I recently barrowed it to take on a business trip and WOW, this bass is a true monster with the upgrades. I ran it through my Zoom Multistomp pedal into an Oontz angle 3 Bluetooth speaker and my friend said he heard it with authority on the entire floor of the hotel! Not a fan of the original bridge and pickup but I do love these basses.
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I guess a combination of both things since we have 23% VAT and usually there's a middle man between manufacturers and stores.
It's not just Poland.
At Thomann the Mini P retails for 175 Euros, the PV 63 pickups cost 138 Euros.
 
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andare said:
I guess a combination of both things since we have 23% VAT and usually there's a middle man between manufacturers and stores.
It's not just Poland.
At Thomann the Mini P retails for 175 Euros, the PV 63 pickups cost 138 Euros.
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I'm sure there's more locally/European made options. The Fender pickup is nice, but it's not exactly made with some unobtainable parts and techniques--lots of other pickups will sound similar.
 
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