I have a vintage modified p bass(not the tele bass), that i bought to play in a punk band where i knew i'd be throwing it around and dropping it and such.
and it's really worth the money, and i'd feel bad dropping a cv p bass.
it feels good, sounds good and everything. and now that i have a proper bass amp makes it even better.
if you're looking for an upscale bass I.E. fender quality. then the cv's your best bet.
mine must of been a good one, because other one's i've played weren't teh best of quality.
that picture was taken back in the summer.
and the finish has held up well, it's been through alot of abuse.
i would recommend these but play it first.