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I feel I just have to share, the excitement is growíng So, after 20 long months of waiting my Wal MK1 is finished and soon to be on the way. Update photo from Paul.5 points
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Hopefully the final prototype - first gig test tonight and then i'll make a couple more for further evaluation. Now uses microsuction tape to stick to the helix so will fit both versions and is removable / repositionable with no tape residue stuck on the helix. Screen is now 3mm thick (up from 2mm) and laser cut/engraved4 points
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I've got some bills to pay, so something has to go, and as I only bought this a couple of weeks ago, I'd rather sell it than one of my old faithfuls. Nothing much to say about this bass, bought new after Christmas, plays every bit as well as is claimed, condition is as new, no extra wear or paint chips, just as it came. Original gig bag, unopened bag of Fender info, and the box it arrived in. I'd prefer to sell this to someone who can collect and try it out so they know exactly what they're getting, but willing to meet a buyer within reasonable distance of home (I live between Oxford and Swindon). As a last resort it can be couriered in the original box, but with proper insurance, it won't be cheap. Please ask if you have any questions or want further information. Sale only, I'm afraid, as I have more than enough basses, etc., but not enough money!3 points -
Or if they want to sound like Tom Waits...3 points
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Turn your own out of offcuts. On my Nozcaster I cut the head of a coach bolt then screwed it into an offcut, fixed it into my pillar drill, then went at it with shinto rasp followed by various grades of sanding stick. By clamping an engineering set square to the base plate you can get quite a consistent radius2 points
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Cheers Al. Totally hear what you are saying, however this is a signature amp built for Geezer Butler.... Built precisely to what Geezer and his tech required with some input from us of course and the Slave Outputs were/are important to what they want. Nothing about the amp was specified down to 'felt like a good idea at the time' I promise. This was never a project to just stick an artists name on a load of existing amps and just take peoples money like one of our competitors in particular may have just done.... with that I guess they have to make the money back they are paying him somehow... ;-) Main point is that anyone buying a Head Of Doom is getting exactly the same amp as Geezer is using built by one of the same two people who built Geezers not a watered down version with his name on.2 points
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But the two aren't mutually exclusive - you can be "creative" AND know how to read music. One does not prevent the other from occurring.2 points
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Attended audition, passed audition. Didn't mention it in case I didnt get it! Very chuffed to get this one!2 points
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Pics to follow but looking to move this on. Great pedal as all of the IEs are but much as I like it I'm not sure it's the right kind of dirt for me. Frankly I'm not sure if I will ever find exactly the right kind of dirt. People talk about never being able to find the perfect place to live i.e. there's always something that's not quite right etc. Well, try finding the right kind of dirt I say to them. They don't understand. Anyhow, pedal is used but in good condition. Nothing else much to report. Trades are always of interest, Zvex mastertron would definitely be well received or any other interesting noise making machines...1 point -
For sale is my Dingwall Combustion 5 string. Since I have owned it from brand new, it has been upgraded to meet my Dingwall AB1 bass. You can not buy a Combustion in this specification. The original specifications are: Alder Body. Maple Neck. EMG Active Preamplifer. Dingwall FD3n Neodymium pickups. Four way selector switch. Ability to make this bass an NG2 as the pickup slots are routed at the factory under the pick guard. It now features: Official Hipshot USA ultralight tuning keys instead of licensed versions. (£120) Black hardware all over verses standard chrome (£60) Dunlop Dual strap buttons (£?) Dingwall SF2 Super Fatty II pickups!!! (£200) A pair of roller string trees to aid string changes. I'd also mention tuning stability using these, but the bass was always rock solid for days anyway! Things to note: Where I removed the old string retainer there is a small drilled hole where the screw came out. There is a small 2mm wide dip on the lower edge of the bass. It's the same colour as the paint anyway so pretty much unnoticeable. I've tried to photograph it but I can't see it in the picture lol. I have moved the rear strap button downward, therefore there is a hole (that you could put something in I suppose - another button or even a neat screw to fill the space. For these reasons the price is marked well below that of it's worth. The original pickups are not included in the sale. Original hardware not available. (Bass is pictured with string retainer not rollers here) Collection is of course going to be the wisest idea and a cup of tea will be forthcoming Payment by Bank Transfer. - However, should you wish to have the bass shipped to you, payment will be made by bank transfer, no PayPal. I will ensure the instrument is safely packed in a soft case inside a shipping carton. It will be marked as Fragile with full details of address to be sent to. The arranging and shipping of the instrument will be up to the buyer and thus any claims insurance claims for loss or damage by the courier will be the responsibility of the buyer. No returns. (Photographs of the instrument and case and packaging will be made prior to collection. I can provide the necessary details for the buyer to arrange the shipment. Don't offer me less than £1000 heh heh! There's about £1300 worth of bass here already! Should I find a way to find £1000, this bass will be removed from sale. I've struggled as this bass should be my keeper, but financial situation has made me put it up for sale.1 point -
Regrettably selling my old school Mesa Diesel 215 as i've gone for something lighter. This is the old EV loaded cab which is becoming very rare now, more power than you could ever want and it just sounds incredible. The covering on it is actually a second coating you can see the original underneath, I have tried to picture it the best I can. Flightcase included, pickup only for obvious reasons and you would probably need a van to collect it as it is big and heavy. Any questions please don't hesitate to contact me1 point -
Im aware I've prob posted this before. But I think its worth a repost. I will skip names as many know them, especially Micheal. Outstanding for me is Jonathan Maron on that white Yamaha... He blows me away with incredible solo's and technical ability, on many a Groove Collective album and with Meshell, but can play simple groove of course. Just like this. Louis Cato's drumming is just soooooo great also.1 point
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Gorgeous, congratulations on an amazing bass!1 point
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Thanks. It's has a Padauk face,1 point
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Some Chuck goodness with SD here (1:08 in):1 point
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OK, I wouldn't audition for a band which required me to have transport. I'm talking coffee shops. Vocals run through the guitarist's acoustic amp, and lights would be overkill.1 point
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What I ought to add is that the knobs are ash capped in flamed maple like the body, so there was a glue-up step too It's all detailed in my lengthy PG thread1 point
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Slight threadjack for conrext (and a little bit of showing off!)1 point
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Great to hear.....if you get chance to purchase Donny Hathaway live....it's got what I personally think to be some of the best Bass playing i have ever heard and to think it's live aswell....the Bassist is Willie Weeks and his playing on the track little ghetto boy is outstanding....i advice headphones because you can hear the Bass much clearer1 point
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Thank you1 point
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Re the ‘you will our backline or else’ gigs, I had 3 or 4 of those last year, used my own kit every time. If it doesn’t need a truck to move it and your kit looks well maintained, you got there early, you’ve shaken the sound guy/ girls hand and learnt his name, even paid him/her a sincere compliment they seem to be fairly obliging.1 point
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Nice work Andy, hope that after all the great instruments you've built for other people you're happy with the one you've built for yourself...1 point
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Just bought some subs from Mike. The man is a superstar and it was an absolute pleasure to meet him. Purchased goods in better condition than described!1 point
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My point was that progress is more systematic, quicker and more strategic. I wouldn't want to wait for happy accidents.1 point
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the "classic" version has/had a guard:1 point
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Thanks! I've been trying to avoid the For Sale section though, as I keep looking at Eden stacks and wondering where I could find space for one, even though I'd probably get evicted for practising my Metallica and Motorhead riffs in a flat I'm keeping the GAS at bay by promising myself a stack when I've got a gig lined up. So far, it seems to be working.1 point
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Yes and I think that was the point I was trying to make in my original post. I feel sorry for him. He didn't want to play bass and years later no-one is even sure what recordings he is even playing on. Some might say he was lucky but who knows what he would have done if he had followed a different path on guitar.1 point
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I knew a chap once who bought a laptop bag just to pretend he owned a laptop. That was when they were something special. I pretty sure he paid a lot more than £24 too. Turns out, these days they're of more practical value than the laptop that should reside in them. Heeheehee well done that man.1 point
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You'll have to be second in the queue for the combo, I'm afraid! haha! The Nano Mark is a cracking bit of kit...1 point
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Yes, they're over £2k now. I've seen them for £2,200 in shops near me Really nice tobacco sunburst colour on your bass dr largepants Stunning colour that1 point
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OK - I'll do the finished pics once I've done a full polish and got a proper tone knob - and straightened up and glued the loose ferrules! And it still has to be set up, etc.. But, visually, it's pretty much done. Where did that pesky heel go???? Not set up at all, but I have to say it plays pretty well straight off the bench. The neck feels nice, but it is more Fender 'C' than my preferred soft 'V' - I will fettle this over the weekend to suit my playing style (I always do the last shaping once the strings are on and I can really feel how it plays. It balances nicely on the strap - but is a little heavier than I was aiming for. Pre the extra fettling and using heavy solid brass knobs (I'm on the lookout for some nice wooden ones), I'm coming in at over 5 3/4lbs, which is 3-4oz heavier than planned. Not bad, though...1 point
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Had all my amps and cabs in the house this week and used the opportunity to take a family shot: The basses and amps are quite self-explanatory. A few word about the cabs: - The Tweed cab to the left is a DIY 1x15" sporting a Jensen 50 Watt C15N. - The cab behind the Dingwall is a Sieben Audio Design 15/8 with Fostex speakers. - The Music Man cab is the version with EVM12L speakers - this cab sounds fantastic with the low wattage tube amps and Fender basses. Only downside is the weight to which the monstrous magnets of the EVM12L's contribute about 80% I guess...1 point
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That's leading me into temptation now!1 point
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Well obviously. What would be the point, otherwise?1 point
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He sent me a note asking me not to lead you into temptation (well someone did, anyway!)1 point
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That is stonking! Amazing!1 point
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I was never a huge Oasis fan but I thought this was one of the best music documentaries I’ve seen. Thoroughly entertaining.1 point
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Our old producer did the sound for Oasis on their far-east tour, and he said that they really were more like a street gang than a band. He didn`t seem to be of the opinion that they were trying/acting in any way, that was just how they were.1 point
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Bollocks. Misread that. Mike brown and robert m corich. Nope i've never heard of them either.1 point
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Odd how 'Original 60s' means '63 C neck shape, and 44mm nut but a fingerboard radius of 9.5" rather than 7.25". I suppose calling them '60s-ish' is less marketable...1 point
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Impedance goddamit!1 point
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Fender slightly modify the same old things and give it a new name, the same depressing business model they’ve followed for quite some time. They are in one hell of a rut. It’s sad that a company once known for such revolutionary innovation have descended into being their own tribute band.1 point
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Sorted the bridge and ferrule drill holes (it's thru-body stringing) and, after trying both in a mock-up, settled on black pickup rings with gold screws rather than the other way round. I'm doing all of the jobs that might dint the soft finish before a final flattening and the last couple of gloss coats on the body. This is how it's starting to look. Pretty sure, by the way, that the slightly skew look of the pickups is the wide angle lens and not the actual fitting - although, with me, anything is possible :1 point
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Second coat looking good:1 point
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To be honest, it's more about knowing your capabilities and when to, or not to, wade in with the size 12's Especially when you take what would be a perfectly acceptable neck and then do THIS with it! But, with a bit more work, it became this: Then, with still a bit of fine-tuning to do, it started getting to where I think I was trying to take it: I could cut deeper than this, but to be honest, from a playing point of view, this gets me up to the 22nd fret with not the slightest feeling on the fretting thumb that I've reached the body . I'm going to classify that as 'objective met'1 point
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[quote name='BoogieZK' timestamp='1421670610' post='2663726'] Here is mine: [/quote] I know I'm late to the party but that is simply amazing. Beautiful.1 point
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Nice Raptor1 point
