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You would have to test the necks to see if they fit. I think they will fit, but I don't know for sure.
The neck swap will make the basses feel different. I think it will also change the tone of the bass(es), but that is going to be subjective.
The neck/body balance will definitely change on each each instrument and that alone can make the bass more or less comfortable to play, and if you don't like the result, just swap the necks back.

This is one of the great advantages to Fender's standard sized neck pockets and 34" scale necks. You can change necks and end up with a totally different sounding/ feeling instrument that what you started with.

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I was just gonna plan on swapping the neck for practice but not really on gigs.. I'd feel a lot more comfortable on jazz necks.. but as Jaco said, using a P bass neck to exercise the left hand


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I was just gonna plan on swapping the neck for practice but not really on gigs.. I'd feel a lot more comfortable on jazz necks.. but as Jaco said, using a P bass neck to exercise the left hand


I know Jaco did this but I don't recommend switching necks often. It will lead to more wear on the neck pocket and the finish in that area can take a beating from doing this , so I would not swap necks routinely. This is something you try out to see what the result is, and if you like it, I would leave the neck on for an extended period of time.
I also think that you are better off using the neck that you perform with to practice with. The notion that a lot of strength is gained from the width of a Precision bass neck over a Jazz is not overly evident to me.
You are just as likely to be thrown a bit by the different necks.

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Ok I'll just stick with the Jazz then.. By the way do you know any replacement neck close to the Standards? I've checked out Warmoths and AllParts they seem to have thicker neck..


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I don't know the standard neck shapes that well. Nor do I know the neck shapes that Warmouth is making, so I really can't help you on that.

I would reccommend that you keep an open mind concerning a replacement neck. You can often grow to like a neck that is different from your original.

Replacement parts for standard Fender's will easily exceed the cost of a new Fender standard instrument in many cases, so I would tend to stick with the stock necks and save for a new USA Fender bass if you really want to upgrade your bass.

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USA basses with the Posiflex rods??

I was thinkin of going for a Vintage Reissue but err..

which is better Vintage Reissue or US standards?


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USA basses with the Posiflex rods??

I was thinkin of going for a Vintage Reissue but err..

which is better Vintage Reissue or US standards?


Better is subjective. I like both and you will have to decide which you like.

I like a new Amercan standard Precision better than my 1995 American standard P- bass, but i can't justify the cost to get one. I think the new bridge or something has really helped the tone of the American standard basses over what they were just 3 years ago with the S-1 switching.
I have always loved the vintage reissue basses. The 1962 Precision is a very close match for an original 1960 with its slab fingerboard. The pickup sounds killer. Have fun trying them out and good luck with your choice.

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If i have Standard P Bass and swap the neck to a MIM Jazz body.. would it be a direct fit?


Yes. The neck pocket is the same so it would fit.

I've seen this done a lot. The opposite is also true.

Duck Dunn customized a Candy Apple Red Precision body with a Jazz neck with rosewood board and celluloid inlays years ago. That look is now his signature Lakland bass.

I never actually saw him play it personally, but I have seen photos of him playing it at gigs. The photos looked like mid 80's photos judging by his age and attire.


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yeah that Lakland $4450 bass >_<


brotherdave which do you think is better, a vintage reissue jazz or an american standard ones?


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eyecandy wrote:
yeah that Lakland $4450 bass >_<


brotherdave which do you think is better, a vintage reissue jazz or an american standard ones?


Maybe you can find someone who actually has owned both and can answer that. I really can not say not having owned both myself.


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eyecandy wrote:
yeah that Lakland $4450 bass >_<

brotherdave which do you think is better, a vintage reissue jazz or an american standard ones?


I own an american standard jazz, and although I haven't owned the vintage reissue, I've played one many times. It's very difficult to say which is better: they're both very different. The quality of the two is very comparable, but it really comes down to feel.

The American standard has a thin satin finish on the back of the neck, and a gloss finish on the front if you have a maple fretboard (which I do.). I happen to really love this combination, and the thin satin finish feels totally different than the satin finishes on MIM and MIJ basses.

The Vintage Reissue (I'm counting the 62, since I haven't played the 75) has a nitroceluous laquor finish, which is VERY different than the satin. I find my hand sticks on it more, and it doesn't slide as easily.

The hardware on the two instruments are totally different, from tuners to bridges to pickups. In terms of metal hardware, I'd say the American Standard wins out. The bridge really wins it over for me.

The pickups on the two have very different voicings. The vintage reissue has a very strong hi mid presence, which contributes to the classic jazz bass "growl." The american standard lacks the hi mid, but makes up in the low mids, which gives a very modern grind. I happen to like the vintage pickups more, and they're available as aftermarket replacements.


Bottom line: it's impossible to say which is better. I happen to prefer the American standard, but there are plenty of people who love the vintage reissue. Hell, if I had that bass, I'd love it to death. Try them out and see what you think.


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eyecandy wrote:
yeah that Lakland $4450 bass >_<

brotherdave which do you think is better, a vintage reissue jazz or an american standard ones?


I own an american standard jazz, and although I haven't owned the vintage reissue, I've played one many times. It's very difficult to say which is better: they're both very different. The quality of the two is very comparable, but it really comes down to feel.

The American standard has a thin satin finish on the back of the neck, and a gloss finish on the front if you have a maple fretboard (which I do.). I happen to really love this combination, and the thin satin finish feels totally different than the satin finishes on MIM and MIJ basses.

The Vintage Reissue (I'm counting the 62, since I haven't played the 75) has a nitroceluous laquor finish, which is VERY different than the satin. I find my hand sticks on it more, and it doesn't slide as easily.

The hardware on the two instruments are totally different, from tuners to bridges to pickups. In terms of metal hardware, I'd say the American Standard wins out. The bridge really wins it over for me.

The pickups on the two have very different voicings. The vintage reissue has a very strong hi mid presence, which contributes to the classic jazz bass "growl." The american standard lacks the hi mid, but makes up in the low mids, which gives a very modern grind. I happen to like the vintage pickups more, and they're available as aftermarket replacements.


Bottom line: it's impossible to say which is better. I happen to prefer the American standard, but there are plenty of people who love the vintage reissue. Hell, if I had that bass, I'd love it to death. Try them out and see what you think.




>.< Oh hell, I thought I was in the jazz bass forum. Nevertheless, most of this still applies, because I've played both the 62 RI and the Am. St. Precision basses. The vintage pickup has more hi mid, and the modern pickup has more low mid. The neck finishes are the same as their jazz counterparts, as are the hardware differences.


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awww I'm more drawn to vintage ones but I can't resist the American St.'s Neck and Durability... guess I'll have to try both eh?


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