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Which one?
American Deluxe (Sunburst/Maple) 55%  55%  [ 6 ]
American Standard (Charcoal Frost Metallic/Maple) 36%  36%  [ 4 ]
Steve Harris Signature 9%  9%  [ 1 ]
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One more question. When I get the bass, should I be rushing to change the strings? I know with electric guitars, it's recommended to put new strings on when you get one because you don't know how long they've been on, rust, etc. Is this the case with a new bass as well?

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andyreich wrote:
One more question. When I get the bass, should I be rushing to change the strings? I know with electric guitars, it's recommended to put new strings on when you get one because you don't know how long they've been on, rust, etc. Is this the case with a new bass as well?

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Both models come with Fender 8250's. Nice fat sounding rounds. If the bass is truly new & right out of the box the strings should be just fine for a while. Some people have a favored string they like best, but changing strings almost always means doing a new set up too. If this is the case negotiate for a setup with your favored strings to be included as part of the deal. The Fender 8250's have a taperwound E string, and are designed specifically for string through body basses. Certain strings such as the Labella flats are not recommended for body through setups.

If you ask which string to choose, that is a whole new can of worms. There would be way more opinions on that topic than which bass or color to get. The main point is that due to differences in bass strings it is best to find a string set you like and stick to it on each instrument. That way when changing strings you can change them out one at a time and chances are you will only need minor adjustments which you can safely and easily do yourself or even in some cases no adjustments will be needed at all. Find a recording bassist with the tone you want from your bass. Then find out what kind of strings that artist uses and try those.


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andyreich wrote:
One more question. When I get the bass, should I be rushing to change the strings? I know with electric guitars, it's recommended to put new strings on when you get one because you don't know how long they've been on, rust, etc. Is this the case with a new bass as well?

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Both models come with Fender 8250's. Nice fat sounding rounds. If the bass is truly new & right out of the box the strings should be just fine for a while. Some people have a favored string they like best, but changing strings almost always means doing a new set up too. If this is the case negotiate for a setup with your favored strings to be included as part of the deal. The Fender 8250's have a taperwound E string, and are designed specifically for string through body basses. Certain strings such as the Labella flats are not recommended for body through setups.

If you ask which string to choose, that is a whole new can of worms. There would be way more opinions on that topic than which bass or color to get. The main point is that due to differences in bass strings it is best to find a string set you like and stick to it on each instrument. That way when changing strings you can change them out one at a time and chances are you will only need minor adjustments which you can safely and easily do yourself or even in some cases no adjustments will be needed at all. Find a recording bassist with the tone you want from your bass. Then find out what kind of strings that artist uses and try those.

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Thanks brotherdave and zod,

I'm not interested in changing the type of string.....yet. I was just wondering if I should put a new set of 8250s on when I get it, but I'll wait a while as you said. When I do, I won't need to do a setup right? I thought if I stuck with the same guage, I'd be ok. Thanks again for your input.


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andyreich wrote:
Thanks brotherdave and zod,

I'm not interested in changing the type of string.....yet. I was just wondering if I should put a new set of 8250s on when I get it, but I'll wait a while as you said. When I do, I won't need to do a setup right? I thought if I stuck with the same guage, I'd be ok. Thanks again for your input.


I actually like the 8250's a lot. I eventually switched to DR strings for a tonal reason, but for nickels the fender strings sound good, and also feel REALLY smooth on the fingers. The taperwound E is nice as well.


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i don't think you'll need to set up the bass again if you're replacing them with the same set just as long as you replace the strings one by one leaving full tension on..

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I'll probably just leave the existing ones on for a while. Really? You recommend changing one at a time? Interesting. Do you start with the E or G, or does it even matter? Thanks!

Cool!! Today's the day! I can't wait!


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andyreich wrote:
I'll probably just leave the existing ones on for a while. Really? You recommend changing one at a time? Interesting. Do you start with the E or G, or does it even matter? Thanks!

Cool!! Today's the day! I can't wait!


I agree that changing them 1 at a time is the best practice. You want to avoid major tension change so your neck will remain stable.

Maple boards can skip this step, but if you have a rosewood fretboard or fingerboard you should treat the board with lemon oil (or whatever fretboard conditioner you use) and then wait overnight. The next day thoroughly wipe off the excess that didn't soak in by inserting a clean dry rag under the strings and use a gentle buffing motion back and forth on the entire board all the way up the neck to the nut. Once that is done just change strings 1 at a time. It doesn't matter in what order. Use your electronic tuner and tune each new string to pitch as it is installed and then re-tune again when all the strings are changed.

When replacing in this manner, with the exact same string set as was previously installed, only minor saddle height adjustments may be required. Often no adjustments are needed at all. However since new strings tend to vibrate in a wider arc you may need to raise saddles just a hair and then lower them a hair after the new strings settle in.

I use this method and hardly never have to make truss rod adjustments. My personal philosophy is that the fewer truss rod adjustments you have to make, the better.


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Thanks so much, brotherdave!


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Alright, so I got the bass today. I opened the case and the first thing I see is one of the dessicate bags completely emptied at the body of the bass. I cleaned up the body the best I can, and noticed cloudiness and SLIGHT surface scratches at the very bottom of the body (near the strap knob) from the dessicates. I vacuumed out the case, but I noticed that some has gotten under the lining because when I close the case and pick it up the case has the crap in it again.

Another thing is a sort of knurled dent at the very top of the headstock, like exactly opposite the strap knob. It's hardly noticable, but noticable nontheless.

Am I being picky if I send this back. I mean I bought it brand new and it's supposed to be a deluxe, you know? I may be able to use rubbing compound for the scrathes, but everytime I pick up the case, more of the dessicate material will rub against it again.

This is a beautiful bass, but I paid for a brand new one, you know?


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Congrats on your choice.

You are not being picky at all. You just paid over $1200(I'm assuming) for a brand new bass and you want it perfect. No scratches, no dents, no busted open bags of crap........perfect. Send it back, I would.

Oh BTW, no pics = no bass. :D


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Will a video do? It's a little dark:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9VQzJsR498

I think I am going to send it back though.


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yeah.. if i would buy a new one i'd make sure its perfect... i got myself a new troublesome mexican bass 3 weeks ago... a few scratch and dents and some uneven frets but hey its got the price of a Squier so i wouldn't complain...

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A little dark? :lol:

Awesome bass bro, good for you.


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