You know what? Jules is gonna play that thing live I bet. And it won't be out of place with his Brit funk outfit either, the eighties are so long past now, they are cool again. And on albums such as Franz Ferdinand's latest one, the 80ies influence is loud and proud. I only recently bought Nile Rodgers' solo album from 1983 - Land of the Good Groove - and really dig it. Once Jules has that bass in his hands, he will agree: There is nothing cheesy or cheap about it, it's a well thought out and designed bass with a substantial feel (and a manly neck), not a toy or a novelty gimmick. Trust me.
You of all people, Jules! I'm moved. May I exclaim "Splendid!"? This is akin to the UK adopting the Euro or right lane driving - doing something sensible for once.