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Thanks for the nice comments! I don't go on Basschat nearly as much as I should - mostly when I'm buying or selling basses! I bought that bass in spring 1975 as a late '60s P-bass body (had been resprayed black, which I stripped and varnished) already with a Tele bass neck (maybe 1968, can't remember, and it's in storage so I can't check). Immediately I added an EB3 mini humbucker at the bridge but as the pole piece spacing was narrower I had to use Mustang bass saddles pulled together with a piece of thick wire. I used it like this with Colosseum II (Gary Moore, Don Airey etc, 1975-6), mostly using both pickups, and National Health (1976-7), generally just the J pickups, but I think in 1977 I changed the EB3 pickup for two J pickups wired as a humbucker. The P-bass pickup was still as standard then but I don't have any pics that show it in this configuration. I removed all the frets in 1977 (Jaco! See photo below from rehearsals for the Bruford album Feels Good To Me, standing in for Jeff Berlin who was the actual bassist in the band) and sometimes had to borrow other necks or basses for particular songs, sessions or gigs. I had it refretted in late 1977 or early 1978. Soon after joining Whitesnake in early 1978 I needed to change from the mid-heavy tone of the EB3 or J bridge humbucker to a more full sound, so I started using the P pickup (at this time and in Colosseum II I was using flat wounds for more definition - the treble of round wounds was swamped by guitars, cymbals etc. Later with Whitesnake I changed to La Bella Quarterwounds then La Bella Hard Rockin' Steel) but wasn't very satisfied by the tonal difference between the two halves of the pickup. I discovered there was a type of replacement P pickup (Mighty Mite, I think) which had a single polepiece under each string, like Sandbergs today, so the coil size wasn't as wide as in regular P pickups, so I could shave the ends of the bobbins and put two coils side by side, similar to the two coils in a Di Marzio J pickup. I made a cover (as seen in the photo above) with two pickups (4 coils) underneath, and wired it so I could try the various combinations. Until halfway through 1978, it was my only bass, and to make changes to my gear required me to make modifications to that one, as I couldn't afford to buy new instruments. I discovered that I preferred the sound of the coils wired in 'reverse P' configuration, which wasn't a thing then, though Yamaha started doing basses like that soon after. So that's how the bass was when that photo was taken. I used it on the Whitesnake Snakebite EP and Trouble LP, through a miked-up Peavey cab and no DI. After that I moved to Kramer then Aria, plus a borrowed Alembic for some albums. Later, with Black Sabbath in 1995 I reinstated a normal Precision pickup (Bartolini) for some touring, and I used the bass for periods during my 12 years in We Will Rock You in the West End. I shaved down the back of the Tele bass neck during the 70s as I found it too chunky, but went too far and exposed the truss rod! So that neck was retired in the 90s and I've had a couple of different P bass necks on there since then. By the way, there's a version on the net of that photo up above that has my hair sticking up on top and looking very odd, which is a digital mistake I guess, so I'm glad you used the better version! Cheers, Neil17 points
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Dear Friends, today I can’t stop to show you my latest project: here is the new EVO 4 Bass Bridge for Headless Basses .... & the single Bass Bridge Design phase finished8 points
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Have to say that, as much as I occasionally enjoy the DG sound, I too am getting bored of the generic metal distortion tone that everyone seems to get from their products. A cool sound, in and of itself, but (I don't want to sound like an old fogey) it really is getting to the point of 'it all sounds the same'.... Emperors new clothes and all that..... I expect they'll bring out a £600 ltd edition 'engraved' version too....6 points
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As an update... the B-15 is now back! As stated above I took it to Sickamps in Harlow following the recommendation from jimmy23cricket above - thanks to Jimmy for the recommendation! It turns out that one of the output valves had failed/shorted. Sickamps replaced the matched pair of output valves and also the rectifier valve. They also rebiased and cleaned all pots etc. with DeOxit cleaner and generally gave the B-15 a good going over. It sounds amazing! I bought it second hand from Guitar Guitar a few years back (a new one would have been too cost prohibitive) and, whilst it had sounded good, it always buzzed and crackled a bit. Also the ‘66 bias appeared to be on the trebly side, lacking bass - I assumed this was the sound so always opted for the warmer ‘64 bias! There are now no buzzes or crackles at all, and the ‘66 bias, whilst brighter than the ‘64 bias, now has real depth to it. As I say, I couldn’t be more happy with the outcome or impressed with the service... Top marks to Sickamps!!6 points
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(puts on tin hat) Music, at the end of the day, is a product. Dylan has lived very well off his version of that product for many years. He's astute enough to know that the zillion dollar sales are over and at 79 probably does not fancy the work that touring involves. He has children (several) and he's not getting any younger - this large amount of money merely stops any arguments (& represents a lump sum royalty?) The estate and it's survivors will benefit - what's not to like? 😎6 points
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The Bergantino IP310 has been sold. I am sad, but it is for the best. We live in strange times but I am not using this. This is the cab that has seen off all comers for the past decade and more for me. 3x10 and really nice horn + 1000 watt plate amp. Yes. 1000. It goes all the way down. It laughs at all other active cabs I have tried. And I have tried. It fights with all the drummers. It has headroom in an addictive style. I went through a phase when I thought that all preamps sounded great. I then realised that they all sounded great through this. If it is all that and more then why sell? My ears are knackered and I cannot play without 27db plugs. There is no point in me being able to generate this level of SPL and LF extension cos I do not get to enjoy it. I will not pretend it is light. It is not (circa 80lbs, now you ask) but it is on good wheels and compact enough to do a one bod lift. But once you plug in you forget about the weight and just swim in that pillow of molten chocolate goodness. I am aware that that was a mixed metaphor, but it covers all the angles. Not that there are angles in this sound. Just lushness. Compact 1 driver cabs are great. Super efficient drivers are great. But a bigger cab with more surface area and a FAT power amp has a certain je ne sais quoi. Carriage will not be Hermes @ £5.60 so we will split it. I am in Bangor, North Wales. I do not have to sell it and will not be sad to use it now and again if I keep it. My price is firm. Fancy it you know you do.5 points -
That would take a very long time! I try not to customise my basses these days, as I made quite a mess of some of them with a chisel and soldering iron back in the day! I'm afraid that in general I haven't earned nearly as much money as you might think from the bands I've been in, and sometimes it's been very much feast then famine. I've tended to be in well-known bands at the time when they weren't having huge success, or in some cases other people got the majority of the money instead of it being fairly distributed. Playing in We Will Rock You for 12 years solid was the most consistent money I've earned but that's really hard work, extremely repetitive and not a creative outlet, obviously. Sadly, if I bought a high-end bass when I was flush, that would be the first to go when things got a bit grim financially. It's nice to have the best instruments, but frustrating if there aren't actually the opportunities to use them.5 points
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For Trade this Duesenberg Starplayer in very good condition . Very light 3,5Kg Pro Set up with labella Flats . Comes with Tweed Case. FT for 4 or 5 strings under 4Kg PRICE DROP : 1300€ Including shipping Some sound here of this beauty4 points -
There's a can-do attitude on both sides! It's a bit late, but could we get @Andyjr1515 to fix Brexit too? (Not that I am suggesting @Andre_Passini's bridge is in any way like that particular shambles)4 points
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When I’m feeling in a ‘Pino’ mood... ‘87 Ray, Just add an octaver & chorus4 points
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Ah, don’t forget the jazz piccolo genius Zebedee McManus. A great player rumoured to have legendary equipment in his trousers, very few people realised it was, in fact, a big ol’ spring.4 points
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You probably already know what this is. This is Mike Beigel’s small format, 9V recreation of his legendary Mu-Tron III pedal. This is in excellent condition. (Note small mark on the rear face.) I bought it new last year and it has only ever been used at home. A chance to pick one up without the wait times and import hassles. Comes with original box and paperwork. Price includes delivery to UK via Special Delivery. Here’s a clip: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RCE8dVlQn3WqPr8X8MMSSrIHwlzOBHgb/view?usp=drivesdk3 points -
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Yamaha BB735A Sunburst 5 String PJ Active Bass Guitar With Sturdy Gig Bag. Sold elsewhere for £570 + £39.99 shipping via ParcelForce tracked, signed for and with third party delivery insurance. In perfect working order and plays well (of course set up to your preference!) Has been gigged but well looked after - I have tried to take photos of every noticeable scratch / minor dent to show you the condition as best as possible. As you can see most of the scratches don’t appear unless under direct light or when using a flash thanks to the dark brown finish. See the bridge specifically which I had to use flash to show. Bass comes with gig bag shown which is sturdier than most! Will be double boxed in the gig bag and shipped via parcel force and insured. Bass is currently fitted with a newish (a month or so) set of MarkBass LongEvo 045-130 coated bass strings. Any questions please let me know. See spec and further details below! The BB for the working pro, the BB700 series features a versatile active/passive pickup configuration with a three-band EQ, six-bolt miter neck joint, Alder/Maple/Alder construction, and a diagonally strung convertible bridge. 3-Piece body: Alder / Maple / Alder 5 piece neck: Maple / Mahogany 6-Bolt Miter Neck Joint Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia) Scale: 864 mm (long scale) Frets: 21 Medium Pickups: YGD Custom V7 Pickups (AlnicoV) Vintage Plus Bridge: Convertible Bridge and Saddle Controls feature active 3-band EQ with battery alert led and active / passive switch Controls: Volume, Balance, Bass, Middle, Treble Colour: Dark Coffee Sunburst Gloss Includes a sturdy gig bag (see photos) Yamaha demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDslUlL_j7Y3 points -
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Do you also have some hens teeth for sale?3 points
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As there are a few HB MB posts around I wasn’t sure which to post on. Anyway... I snagged a B-stock MB-5 SBK which has landed with me today. Playable straight out of the box with a fairly low action, excellent fit and finish, comfortable enough neck (not played a 5er for years so it’ll take a bit of adjustment on my part). The colour is ace and, while I may black out the guard it looks great as is. Can only echo the words of others. Stupidly good for the price, and regardless of that just a very, very decent bass. Was thinking back to the absolute dog of an Encore P that I learned on almost 30 years ago. Was a combined 15th birthday and Christmas present. It wasn’t far off £100 then. How far we have come...3 points
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I don't have suspicions on that. I dont doubt like with your example, some people probably have probably had complications that caused deaths due to lockdown, but I don't believe it is a significant (statistically - obviously it is terrible for the people involved). When I look at the graph of excess deaths (and these are the only figures I am going on), they climb up, then at the time there is a lockdown, a short but predictable time later, the deaths start going down. The correlation is pretty clear (and I am aware that that isn't proof) and I have absolutely no doubt lookng at these figures that lockdown actively saves lives. It is a really simple feedback loop. I am also not dissagreeing that this is not ideal and with better management by the powers that be we wouldn't be anywhere near this situation in the first place, although I have gone from blaming the government entirely to realising that we are probably a country that probably deserve the government we have. In my region, they read out the cases per subregion everynight. As such you could see it shooting up (at one point, my town had the lowest number of cases in the country, then they stupidly anounced that, and it went up faster than most surrounding areas. Maybe a coincidence, maybe not) until a week after lockdown. Now lockdown has ended almost all the regions are going down, but they will start leveling off soon and be back up.3 points
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Ooh that'll make your eyes water! The tuners will be like a Guiro. 😬3 points
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Try talking to John Hall. That cured my need for a Ric!3 points
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I am selling the rights to my entire back catalogue, if anyone is interested. I perfectly expect to be able to 'go large' at MacDonalds with the proceeds. 😉3 points
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Hello everybody, I decided to write in here to put your minds at ease and provide a bit more background. I am the bloke that bought the Bass from Steve in January. Sadly, because I do not check forums frequently, nor do I pay much attention to Facebook, I was unaware of the search for the lovely ACG. Yesterday, I received an email from Steve's mail account from his wife. I imagine, because she was not able to find the instrument, she took a shot and wrote to Steve's old students, explaining the situation and also giving the sad news (which I was not aware either). To tackle some of the speculations on this thread, I'll try to answer as many as I can: 1. Steve was the one that sold it to me, not his wife. And this was due to the instrument becoming too heavy for his health at the moment. He had the intention to commission a new build with the money from the sale. He absolutely loved that bass, but as I said, it had become very difficult for him to even play it at home, and thus, decided to part ways to commission something lighter. And now, its his wife who is trying to reunite with the instrument because of the sentimental value attached to it. 2. I do love that bass, and was not looking to sell it. Its craftmanship is second to none in my opinion and I couldn't be happier. But given the circumstances, there is only right thing to do here (at least in my mind, there is only one choice to make). 3. There was no haggle, no bartering, no profits to be had. We immediately decided to simply reverse the original operation. We are just coordinating the actual drop off, which should take place in the next few days (or, worst case scenario, we'll meet up on Saturday). 4. I haven't reach out to Alan (well... I actually did some months back, to ask some questions about the instrument when I got it, which he answered most graciously, even if I was not the original owner). But I haven't reach out to Alan to discuss any discounts on any future instruments. I won't say no to one though, since now I'm a 6 strings short. But then again, this has no bearing in reuniting the bass with Steve's family. Hopefully this will bring some clarity to the situation and some peace of mind to those helping locate the instrument. It has been heart warming to see how closely knit the bass community is. Couldn't be more proud of being a part of it. I will pop up later by the FB post (if I can find them) to leave a similar update on the matter. Any other doubts, more than happy to answer. Cheers! Agustin3 points
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Having started out on a 1985 E-Series Squier P-Bass back in 2003 I thought it was about time to play a P-Bass again after a near 20 year hiatus from owning one. Prompted by my starting up of a Motown band, I put a wanted ad out on these hallowed pages which turned up this beauty, a 2017 Mexican 50's Classic Series in Fiesta Red. Not much that can be said that hasn't already about P-Basses but some interesting observations considering I've very much been a 'modern' bass type player all these years, purposefully shunning P's just because they are so ubiquitous. The sheer authority and presence of the tone just doesn't fail to bring a smile to my face, it's the first time I've grinned from ear to ear playing a bass in quite some time. In comparison to every other bass I've owned, it's so much more 'there' all the way up the neck and on each string. The strength and clarity of the midrange just makes it absolutely sing. The tone control also has the widest range of usable differences I think I've ever used on a bass. The neck, allegedly has a reputation as a baseball bat but I find it supremely comfortable to play and have no issues with getting around it quickly Fit and finish are superb. I know Mexico have been on the up for many years,, but this is great even by the improved standards. The body is super resonant and you can feel it purring away while you play! Colour me very, very impressed.2 points
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I can't seem to edit the price here but it's now £400 collected from Brighton or £425 including shipping. WEIGHT UPDATE: on a set of digital scales it came out at 3.8kg (or 8.25lbs) which is reasonably light I'd guess? It absolutely grieves me to be selling this bass, as it's one the nicest playing basses I've ever played, plus it took me a while to find it as they are not exactly an everyday item here in the UK. As per the title, I'm selling my 1984 Japanese Squier Bullet Bass. I bought it from Gareth of this very forum just six months ago for £425 and it's been my pride and joy. So why am I selling it you might ask? Well, long term shoulder and neck problems are forcing me to scale down what I play. The weight of this bass on a strap is really painful on my left shoulder, and if I play it sitting down I get sharp nerve pain in the side of my neck when I play an F on the E string for instance. It's not a heavy bass and there's no neck dive issues. But the state of my left shoulder and left side of my neck is terrible so I'm having to go to something much lighter and smaller and shorter scale. My 34" scale days might be over for the forseeable future. If I wasn't in such a state physically I'd keep this. But I need a smaller lighter bass I can still record sessions with, and gig with when we're eventually allowed out onstage again. When I bought the bass from Gareth it was in nice condition for a bass of its age. Few discreet dings around the edge of the body and to the underside of the headstock, and one circular ding in the back but nothing to worry about. There was a bit of tape on the pickup wiring in the control cavity, not sure what purpose it served but it's still there now. Also the neck plate had had a #number engraved in it, which wasn't in the original sale pics but it didn't bother me and it doesn't affect the sound or how it plays either. Just mentioning it for transparency so you know what to expect. I swapped out the original 3-ply white/black/white pickguard for a custom made 3-ply b/w/b 'guard from Brian Pillans up in Glasgow. For me this was £30 well spent as it improved the aesthetics of the instrument 100%. I also swapped out the faded plastic volume and tone knobs for a pair of steel flat top barrel knobs like you'd find on a Precision or a Telecaster. Both these upgrades are reversible and of course I'll be supplying the original (faded to cream) pickguard and knobs with the bass. Black / black / maple is a unique combo for one of these basses, it wasn't offered stock in this configuration but it can go back to black / white / maple again in about 10 mins, no soldering required. When I got the bass it had a fresh set of Rotosound Swing roundwounds on it. I swapped these out for a set of Fender Flatwounds (45-100 I think?) but the (unplayed by me) Rotosound rounds will be included. Other thing to mention is when I bought the bass there had been a finger rest / tug bar installed on the bass side above the E string. I didn't refit this when I changed the pickguard but it's included if you want to reinstall it. The pickups are grey underneath and look similar to the late period Fender Mustang pickups, they have 82 stamped on them. Obviously 1984 is a cracking year for Japanese Squiers and the build quality, finish, feel, playability and tone are superb. Every bit as good as the USA Fender Bullet bass I owned previously and it records even better than my old USA Fender Bullet too. I've managed to get this on a forthcoming 7" single by a band I play in and an album track for another band which will be out on vinyl in February, so it's been documented in the six months I've owned it. Anyhow, pics! The outdoor pics are the original ones Gareth took outside his house in natural daylight and the indoor ones are ones I took at home. I'm bringing the price down to £425 including shipping (or £400 if you collect from my place) so I'm making a loss on this, especially once you factor in the £55 I spent on the new pickguard and knobs and new strings) I just want to see it go to a good home and to someone who will be able to really get the most out of it. Collection can be from my place in central Brighton at £400, or I can courier it for £425 on either Tuesday the 15th or Wednesday the 16th of December. I'm emigrating for proper on the 17th so if you're interested PM me ASAP and we can sort it out! Cheers - Lee2 points -
Had a new tweed Ashdown CTM-30 delivered today from the guys at Ashdown, lovely piece of kit and very different to the Ashdown MAG400 I had been using, so will take me a while to get the settings I like but even the 30w amp is more than enough to drive my 210 & 115 cabs and deafen the neighbours.2 points
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Withdrawn as parting it out.2 points
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The WL-20 finally arrived today and I’m very impressed. Only question is, why didn’t I buy one sooner?? No cables strewn across the floor, just plug-in and play. Many thanks for all the advice folks. Greatly appreciated 👍2 points
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My Version of a Fairfield Barbershop Clone:2 points
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Bass cabs are usually ported, but the ports have ducts that tune the speaker response for the low frequencies of bass. The size of the speaker has very little to do with the result, the size of the box it's enclosed in does. As for coping with a low B at anything above bedroom practice levels, you won't find anything either small or on the cheap. Even powered PA cabs loaded with fifteens aren't made to go that low, being intended to be used with subs for the lower octave or two.2 points
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The Ant Music for Sex People logo was a constituent of my O-level art portfolio. I got an A 😎2 points
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Absolutely! A pal of mine, with an old Superfly head needed spares and didn't know about their legendary customer service, I set him straight and after a very pleasant chat with Dave Green, everything he needs is on it's way in the post! This is the kind of stuff that keeps people brand loyal, if you know you can rely on a manufacturer to have your back, plus the fact they make brilliant gear, why would you look elsewhere? Eude2 points
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Getting the chance to exercise the BBPH at war volume tomorrow night. I'll report back2 points
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Once that demo started I could feel how tired my ears are getting of that Dingwall/Darkglass distortion sound. I wish they could focus a little bit more on their other tonal offerings, but I guess they've figured out what sells.2 points
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Edited the post above to put a disclaimer on and protect the thread. Not sure it helps TBH. End of thread derail - back to the magnificent Andy and his amazing 6.5mm tool and steady hands.2 points
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Development in the field. Wow. Beat that!2 points
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Wow that’s nice ☝️2 points
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Don't think I've posted in this thread. Google photo on my phone has an 'on this day' feature and today is the 3 year anniversary of this rig. Haven't got the Mustang any more though.2 points
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Another vote for a Sandberg SUper Light. Amazing things - mine is about 6.5 lb and sounds excellent. Also can consider a waist strap / belt if the shoulder is too painful https://slingerstraps.com/products/hip-strap-guitar-strap One of them with a super light bass would seem to be a good solution.2 points
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If you can live with the aesthetics then another vote for the Spirit. Mine tips the scales at bang on 3kg2 points
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Well, she flatly refused to get her hands on my Dano - one reason I'm selling it.2 points
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Congrats from France, Ped ! I am looking for a white stingray for a long time. Playing fretless my Graal is that beauty : This lady is a 1977 stingray . http://www.musicmanbass.global/bass-collections/2 points
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Guys, stop it! I am getting emotional2 points
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2020 update 😁 Basically I sold my old 55-01 (pictures above), and very much regretted it almost immediately. So bought a DJ5, didn’t help (however good it is), so bought another 55-01 the other day. Needs a setup, but has the awesome La Bella Gold White Nylons back on it, and will be getting a US Bartolini upgrade too. Oh and my trusty custom US 44-94 there too, passive P/J: Si2 points
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I had a brainwave tonight, I was just thinking about minimising weight strain on my shoulder and neck and I think I’ve got the answer: 1) Buy a lightweight Hofner Ignition hollow body violin bass.. 2) Superglue the bass onto the front of my jumper.. 3) Wear my bass / jumper combo for gigs and sessions etc.. Can’t believe I didn’t think of this earlier. Am genuinely chuffed to have found a solution that doesn’t involve having Juliette Binoche crouching down in front of me, holding my bass up and taking its weight for me. She’s more expensive than my budget allows, and also she’s not really a violin bass kind of lady.2 points
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I think the newer basses sound different than the old ones, even with the cap in. Hotter pickups, lower pot values all contribute. Whilst I get that some people don’t like the various tones that Rics produce, I’ve never understood why people find the tones limited. Two tones and two volumes with two very different sounding pickups, plus stereo if you need it; I’ve found more useful sounds in them than in most of the actives I’ve had. Plus they’re very sensitive to playing in different areas between the bridge and neck. And you’ve got a mute! And then you can simply change the strings, which I find is one of the biggest tone-changers on any bass. I think people often just put everything on full and that’s that; I’m constantly fiddling with my controls, changing the tone for different passages.2 points
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Christmas fairy 'nuff. Hopefully it won't get pinged for rights. A silly 2 minutes decided on a week ago. Guide created same night. Redone guitars the night after. Vocals the next. Changed the key. Redid the guitars & vocals. Final guitar & drum track then mix last night. Job's a good'un. We're getting quicker at this after 9 months of lockdown 😁 Not exactly our normal fare but hey ho (EDIT or even hey HO HO HO) Tomorrow the video, before hospital Now with video 😁2 points
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Anyone who has snaffled a Squier Classic Vibe 60s Jazz knows it is in every sense a 'pro' instrument, don't care how much it cost.2 points
