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Post subject: old bass new for me
Posted: Mon Jan 18, 2010 5:31 pm
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Just got a old fender bass thats road worn but plays like butter. I think its a 73. The serial number is 626868
The guy I got it from was a pro but had a stroke so his playing days are over. He was saying something about the neck being special and Fender did not make to many like it. I don't know enough about basses since I play other instruments. But this thing does feel good. There is road wear like where he used to put his cigarette when playing so there is a little tiny burn mark on the peg head and things like that. I know without pictures its hard to tell but I would be happy to answer questions. I will have pictures in the next couple of days because I am going to sell it. Just looking for a ball park figure and any info. thx


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Posted: Thu Jan 21, 2010 11:16 am
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With that serial number you probably have a 1976 Precision, not a '73 but it still sounds ike a real nice bass.

About value: The economy sucks, so be prepared to sell for less than what you see as closed auctions for '76 precisions on ebay.

Easiest way to sell is to take it to a vintage dealer and have them consign it. You will give up 20% but that way you don't have to meet/contact the buyers and ship the item.

That doesn't mean you can't get lucky, but its a harder market now than 3 years ago.

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