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Dread Zeppelin are real. And awesome.4 points
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We saw one a few years back called Oasish, they had the whole Schtick down perfect, muddy wall of sound, no charisma between them, gormless looking front man..they were spot on! 😁3 points
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Full on - and take care of any EQ from amp or DAW. With a passive bass you really want all the output the pickup has to offer.3 points
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Never thought I would do it, but my aluminium addiction is getting worse and I have decided to part with my Sandberg VM5. I have ordered and got it from Sandberg in 2013, but I have switched to 4 strings soon after. It sounds great and has won most of the blind tests among my other basses. Mint condition (always wanted to make this joke). But seriously, it has some slight sights of use and has absolutely no functional problems. Now for specs: Alder Body Maple with rosewood fingerboard neck and matched headstock NO INLAYS (has block decales now) 35" scale Sandberg pickups with 2 active/passive preamp with bridge coils split Comes with original gigbag ~4.5kg on bathroom scales Actually has no neck inlays - blocks on the photos are only stickers, happy to take them off if you want to. 1100 1000 GBP. Based in London, but can organise a courier at buyers expense.2 points -
For sale: My 1978/1979 Pre Ernie Ball Music Man Stingray, great pro instrument in good condition, transition model; body and neck dates 1979, pre 79 bridge and serialnumber. Epoxy preamp. pots dats 77 and 78. Frets are in very good condition, truss rod works fine. The playability and sound are really fantastic. Weight is 4,3 kg, so relatively light. Generic hardcase included. £2000 Pricedrop £1875 WITHDRAWN2 points -
Just got and fitted a lovely new Electro Harmonix valve from our friends at Watford Valves, as recommended by Derek as an early breakup valve. In short it sounds fantastic in my Trace. With the valve pre set to full, the gain at 9 and the low compression at half, it gives me that tiny bump of breakup at the edge of every plucked note. Been pursuing that tone for so many years and have finally got it.2 points
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Paid gigs Unpaid gigs Rehearsing for paid gigs Rehearsing for unpaid gigs Rehearsing without gigs in the diary Playing at jam sessions & open mic nights Washing my hair Just saying ...2 points
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John West? Ah come on, someone had to 😆 🤐2 points
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For some its Spend a fortune on boutique basses i need, because i cant play on anything other than hand built basses, but never leave the bedroom with them, so spend more money on basses that im happy to take to gigs (and amazingly, i can play them)2 points
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Hi guys We've dealt with this character before. He always uses 'Gear' at the beginning of his username and joins from a Nigerian based IP (we've now banned access from all Nigerian IPs) but now he's found out how to use a VPN it seems. I'm going to add a warning about scammers in the wanted forum as it seems this is always how he contacts people. At the weekend Rik and I are doing some work on the forum and one job will be to flush this idiot away once and for all. Sorry about that chaps ped2 points
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My latest2 points
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If you'd read my post right at the beginning of this thread you'd know that the three bolt micro-tilt system was dropped because Fender's engineering practices and quality control did not allow the mechanism to be installed in such a way that let it to operate as intended without any unwanted side effects. If the neck pocket and heel of the neck have been machined properly a single bolt would be all that is required. It the mating surfaces are flat so that there is 100% contact and the neck is a snug fit in the pocket, the bolt is only there to hold the two parts together when under the tension of the strings and even then much of the force exerted on the joint will be tending to pull the neck tighter into the pocket. The bolt is only there counteract the lifting action of the string pull.2 points
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I played guitar for 30 years and have been playing bass for about 15 years and have never got it. I've had lessons. Read books. Gone online. Bought 'better' basses. I'm still a root, 5th octave player who throws in a pentatonic every now and then. I think the understanding music part of the brain is related to language and maths, and I (even though I'm 1/2 'foreign') can hardly speak a word of another language and had extra maths every Saturday morning throughout my school days (I'm not bad now, but I'm not a natural). But, I play in two bands. We get paid gigs and I'm complemented on my playing by the rest of the band (though of course, they could be sh*t too and just don't recognise if I'm good or bad). Learn as much as you can, if you can, but don't let it get in the way of enjoying playing.2 points
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1 x volume. Perfect.2 points
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I'm trying to get our lot to cover Only You - acoustic, fretless, mandolin2 points
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Fender Classic 50's Precision Bass Fiesta Red - £600 £500 Owned since last year, 2017 build. Having to make some cash back on a new purchase, and this bass led me to buying a NOS '59 P, so it's a little surplus to requirements. In really good condition. Photos to go up tonight. A choice of gold aluminium pick guard or tortoise shell. Comes with original Fender gig bag. Bass is in Maidenhead, but it can be viewed in Bath by arrangement. Happy to ship. Thanks for looking! T1 point -
Up for sale goes a nice vintage Yamaha BB1000S bass guitar in a beautiful transparent red finish. It sports neck-through-body maple/mahogany neck with dark rosewood fretboard and alder body wings. Original pickups had been replaced with EMG active pickups with passive vol-vol-tone controls. Neck is comfy, smooth and straight. Truss rod working as it should, frets show some signs of use but there is still a lot of life left in them. The weight is about 4,5 kg (10 lb) on my traveller scales. PayPal payment possible (buyer covers the fee), shipping within EU will take £30. It will be well boxed and insured for shipping. More photos can be found here: http://s1030.photobucket.com/user/koval123/slideshow/Yamaha BB1000s?sort=91 point -
BASS NOW SOLD A new Precision purchase means I ought to replenish some funds! I bought this from Rich on here just over a month ago. It has been nicely customised with a mint(?) pickguard that looks the business (the original Tort IS included in the sale too), faux earth strip, thumb rest and strap button on the rear of the headstock. The red nitro finish with the roadworn wear looks great. Action is good with straight neck. Comes with nice Westfield gigbag and original Fender blurb in the bag pocket. This is priced a full £500 cheaper than a new one... which looks much like a used one 🙂 The bass is in Doncaster but I have packaging for a courier if needed. Please note I'm NOT looking for trades thanks... I'm trying to settle on my new Precision !!1 point
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I just had this from someone who joined earlier today.1 point
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I remember these being well regarded at the time. GLWTS!1 point -
TC gear is first class. I have a few of their pedals too and they just do what they say they will. You won't be disappointed i'm sure. Dave1 point
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Thanks for the reply. I actually went for the Clip in the end, not the pedal as apparently, they're even more accurate than the pedals. (So they say)😂1 point
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Knock out 2 to 6 and I’m your man.1 point
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Well, if we're going back a bit, here I am playing with a band called East Side Cruisers at the Greyhound in Fulham Palace Road in1975............. ................. '63 Precision ! Wonder where it is now................1 point
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I saw that you reviewed the Laney SLS and SL heads at one point, but I can't find your reviews, the links are dead. Do you have links? Or would you be prepared to give a capsule review from memory? I am looking at the SLS for a small gig/practice setup, either with a 2x10 or 1x15 cab. The SLS is discounted to about £350 for the next few days. I'm slightly put off by the 'unnecessary' inclusion of digital effects and the glowing Nexus aesthetic but I briefly tried one with the 2x10 cab yesterday and the sound was very good, lots of deep bass available as well as the usual stuff to make funky slappy sounds. I wasn't impressed by the distortion but didn't spend long playing with it, but on clean sounds it was good.1 point
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I’m a big fan of mashups, especially when they are done well. Seek out ‘Enter You’ (Run To You & Enter Sandman) also very good!1 point
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About 300 Suns I think, give or take 😜1 point -
Can you edit the title to show that please?1 point
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Or that the Germans invented beer mats !1 point
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And bored meetings1 point
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Wasn't there an Oasis tribute band called No Way Sis... Not a tribute bands as such but the band "Hayseed Dixie" do some AC/DC tracks.1 point
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2ME 2U. Unfortunately not a real tribute act, but should be.1 point
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Rather that than what Martin Guitars did a few years ago. Did a signature guitar for someone who might have been famous in the popular music world but wasn’t actually known as a guitar player or performer of any sort (he did some keys and arrangements for an obscure band you’ve probably never heard of)... Step forward the Martin Guitars George Martin signature acoustic gutiar...1 point
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They're not what you'd call the perfect modding platform with their proprietary pickups and bridge so I'd go with chris_b and get another bass. The pickups and electronics are what make it a G&L so if you change those you'd killing your resale value. If it's just a noise issue have it looked at by a tech. It'll be something simple. Beyond strings and tuners (which I'd only change if they didn't hold tune or were too heavy) I'd leave it well alone.1 point
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It's been something of a struggle getting all of the band in the same place at the same time in recent months, what with work, family, etc., etc., but we've finally managed to pin everyone down and restart regular rehearsals (woohoo!). The rehearsal room also has a recording studio, so we booked a recording session & finally laid down the 4 original songs we've been working on to "tape". The engineer sent us copies of the raw mixes of the songs, and I have to say that they sound seriously good, and should sound excellent after mixing. We're in next week to get a better vocal take, some guitar overdubs, depending on the time another bass take on 1 song, then start mixing. When that's done, it's a case of touting it around to get some gigs. Feeling very enthused about the band just now, big grins all round! :)1 point
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Like a Zak Wylde Les Paul? yup.1 point
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Just bought a pedal off Gary, good deal, excellent comm's, great guy to deal with. Does what he says. Can't get better than that. Thanks Gary, Tom.1 point
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Thanks to Gary for taking such good care of the TCE BH550 & foot-switch, of which I am now the proud owner. Great transaction, great Basschat-er. Mike1 point
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Gary bought my Hartke bass, Paid on time and has wonderful coms. Highly recommended! Many Thanks Si1 point
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Just bought Gary's Mesa Diesel 215 aka 'Rig Of Doom' (thanks for letting me keep the name 😉). Gary was extremely helpful and welcoming from start to finish. Very happy with the cab, hope to see you again soon mate. All the best, Mark.1 point
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Gary just bought my 90s Spector SSD Bass. Thanks for the smooth deal my friend! Best wishes from Berlin, Niels1 point
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Sold a bass to Gary this week. Excellent communication and paid on the date given. A very easy and pleasant person to deal. Many thanks Bren1 point
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Gary bought my Gator rack case. Drove over, picked it up and slapped the cash in me hand! A good guy to deal with - cheers!1 point
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Gary purchased a bass from me instant payment via paypal. constant communication and easy to deal with. highly recommended.1 point
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Bought a Fender Jazz Special from Gary yesterday, an absolute pleasure to deal with and the bass is better than described! I can quickly see this baby becoming my main bass........ Cheers!!1 point
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[i]I too have bought one of Gary's many Spectors. Lucky for me he doesn't like fancy tops! It's a wonderful bass, and Gary is an honest and trustworthy man indeed. He even made me a lovely cup of tea and put up with my hoo-hahing trying to decide if I wanted the bass or not. I'm glad I did![/i] [i]Thanks [s]Chris [/s]Gary! [/i]1 point
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Smooth transaction with Gary for a berg cab. Shipped safely and great communication throughout. Thanks Gary.1 point
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