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The first boutique bass I've ever played was a Pedulla-like fretless by Dutch luthier André van der End. Every since then, I've wanted to own a bass by him, particularly with a walnut top and maple fretboard. A few years back, I bought a blue fiver by him. Didn't really get on with the sound, so I sold it. And then last week, just as I was selling two other basses, this walnut top, maple fretboard fiver turned up on a second hand website in Belgium. I had to have it. So yesterday I drove to Belgium and took it home. It's not light, but it's pretty darn awesome. Ash body, pickups and preamp by André himself, birdseye maple neck.14 points
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Sorry, to late....12 points -
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Before committing to the gear abstinence challenge yesterday I thought I'd have one last look at Ebay locally( I'm deluding myself). A seller who I'd bought from many times had a Sterling Ray2 listed at a good price and I knew I could knock him down a bit more with not having to post it. He duly dropped it off in the afternoon. It was in its original box and still had the plastic protection on the machine heads and pickguard so in immaculate condition. I ordered a £10 pearl pickguard off amazon which I put on this morning (the screw holes lined up perfectly). I've played it all morning and the thing is phenomenal. Fit and finish are perfect, frets level with no edges. Passive Stingray not for everybody but it sounds great with loads of compression, chorus or Darkglass loveliness. Amazing thing for full price but at less than £200 a no brainer.7 points
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Here's my pair of short scale (30") basses - one with Kent Armstrong humbucker, the other one with a Tonerider precision pickup......6 points
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Due to its pickup configuration, and therefore its versatility, Warwick saw it as an instrument that for many would be all-porpoise.6 points
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The Sadowsky has left the house. It was replaced by a Van der End, so the fiver Jazz stable now looks like this:5 points
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I've just ordered my first HPF. I am very happy with my current setup, an old GK RB series head into a BF 3x10. But I've had a vintage Fender Bassman 50 entirely rebuilt and modified and I want to try it at small gigs. The issue I have with the Bassman is that with my P bass with flats and the BF cab there's so much low end that I just can't get the amp up to where it needs to be. I can feel and hear the amp wasting its time trying to amplify all the lower frequencies and I think it's using up a great deal of its power doing that. It will be an interesting experiment anyway. If I end up with a giggable 50w valve head, that will be nice. I've gone for the Rafferty clone of the Fdeck HPF. There's a few weeks to wait whilst he builds it though. I'll report back when I have tried it out. Rob5 points
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It wants your clothes, your boots, and your motorcycle 🕶️5 points
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Here we go! Here's my rig from the last 10 years plus. Pretty sure I got it all from Red Dog in Edinburgh in a couple of installments. Orange 2x12 600w and 2x10 600w isobaric cabs and a Terror 500 head (complete with band logo replacement for the orange emblem!) It's a fierce setup - frequently bypassing the PA altogether in small to medium venues! The bass is my Matt Freeman Squire Precision - may well be going up for sale this year as I've just procured an early 70's precision.....😁5 points
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NBD Ashdown Capri SS This is the new Ashdown Capri SS it has a different Pickup from the early promo photos which showed the E & G strings slightly out of alignment with the Pup pole pieces. This Pup is " Hand wound" (?) according to the promo description and it sounds really good. There's plenty of output and a great range of tones throughout the tone control min to max. The Pup is 11 inches from the 12th Fret which makes it at the mid-point between the SS sweet spot of 10 inches and the 12 inches of the SS Stingray. Very well put together, great finish, brass bridge pieces, reasonable tuners, no fret issues and a lovely satin roasted neck. Supplied without gig bag, no neck dive, nicely balanced very similar to my SS Jaguars. Very pleased to add it to the herd!!5 points
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I put a bit of time and effort into bringing my Streamer LX back to top-notch condition this week. It's had a thorough clean, a fret / hardware polish and several coat / buffs of wax plus there'll be a new set of strings on it too in the next few days. It doesn't see that much action these days as I'm nearly always on a Jazz or the Status but it's still a truly fantastic instrument in every way.4 points
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Up is a great example of a Matsumoku built Pro 2 cardinal. Condition is 7/10 and has been professionally set up. The sunked metal bridge gives it crazy fundamentals and sustain, and the pickups are open with plenty of power, I particularly love the bridge pickup. Based in Liverpool but meet ups are doable. I do also have a box so shipping is possible. I'm having a huge thin out of my basses and just cant justify keeping it despite its mojo. Any questions drop me a DM!4 points -
May well be worth asking if they'll sell you one. In my limited experience, they are such a nice helpful bunch of people. A while back they picked up on my post on here about a noisy RM500 fan and replaced it FOC even though they knew I bought it used. Helped me massively again with something a couple of weeks ago (I'm too embarrassed to say what it was).4 points
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Telling a bunch of addicts there will be gear available is a bit cruel. My first thought was how good kick drum mics can sound for recording a bass cab. I neither have a drum kit, bass cab or the need for any recording but I still wanted it 😂4 points
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They're coming for our jobs! Well, not yet maybe as every single A.I assisted (ehem.. written) review I've read lacks any tangible technical understanding. 9/10 the technical specification and marketing blurb has been dumped in to the "writers" AI of choice and then it is asked to write a magazine review based on that information. Some are good and aren't too painful to read, but, none pull on years of deep learning and experience, rather regurgitate what it can copy from elsewhere. I suspect even my own reviews have been used! Gosh, if only there were a magazine that was free to read and subscribe to, run by knowledgeable bassists who record high quality videos to demonstrate equipment accurately!4 points
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We're playing the Anodyne at the end of the month with an opening act. I'm not sure how we got the gig,they usually only book national signed touring bands. Daryl3 points
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let’s hope that whoever buys this gives her a good home and doesn’t have to flipper3 points
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I have four - the first was a headless fretless Original 5, the second a headless Flamboyant 5, the third a headed Flamboyant 6 which I've had fitted with a Roland hex pickup, and finally the Basschat bike Jazz 5. I love the necks on them - the nicest I've played.3 points
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I’ll be there again helping @walshyon the VBR stand…and doing some of this stuff too. Bigger booth this year too!3 points
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As a sound engineer myself, I feel I should defend my colleagues. I won't though, because yeah, most of them are a little too heavy handed with the low end. There is the old 'power alley' problem, where FOH tends to be situated directly central to the stage, which leads to the sound all hitting them first, ignoring reflections and the room and enabling the engineer to mix while not considering what everyone else is experiencing. Another is yes, engineers not walking the room and getting a feel for the mix that everyone else will be hearing. And of course, half of them are most of the way to deaf and can't tell that the mix is arse anyway. My goal when I'm running the board is to make sure that yes, there's plenty of bass, but even more importantly, that that bass is clear and punchy and well defined, not just a wall of mush that blows out everything else. Modern metal mixes tend to fall into that trap a lot I find, since the guitarists love to crank up the low end on their modellers with no consideration for the bassist, assuming they actually have a bassist and aren't just using a backing track for bass as is getting more and more common. That leaves us in the unfortunate situation of either the engineer being a guitarist as well, and cranking that up higher in the mix, or just not being able to cut lows enough to let the bass breathe in the mix without destroying the guitars. It's all a horrible balancing act that often leaves me wanting to chuck a glass at their heads and tell them to shove off and ruin someone else's mix.3 points
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Was expecting a quiet period but picked up a couple of gigs in late January.3 points
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For sale is this DB410 cab. Its in good condition, sounds great and it has a few scuff marks and some of the screws have slightly rusted. Its a 700 watt cabinet rated at 4ohms. These cabinets have shot up in price over the last few years and are currently retailing new for over £2000. I'm asking for what i paid for it a few years ago £700. I'm not willing to post but i am willing to drive a small distance if needed to help with collection. There is a flight case available if you want it at no extra cost.3 points -
So I was wondering how many members in BassChat are owners of a SEI bass ? I finally bought a Flamboyant 5 last year from The Bass Gallery. Martin was so kind that he checked the bass thoroughly and replaced a worn out electronic part for me. He also told me the story of this particular bass. It was a very early built in which the bass was numbered but Martin stopped numbering them because of the process it took could be a health hazard to himself! Sei basses are amazing to play and look at. Combination of woods used and workmanship are breathtaking. Some people hate the head stock and I must admit I wasn't too keen on that initially. However, when you are actually looking at the instrument and I beginning to understand the logic for the minimum head stock, is to reduce unnecessary weight and improve balance. Forgot to mention John, equally nice and could be funny sometimes when he's in a good mood! 😂 Of course the rest of the boys there are great and helpful too.2 points
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I might regret this..... Up is my beloved 1978 musicmaster. I'm just simply not using it as much as it deserves to be used, and the bass count is up to 15... so it's time for a cull. This is a great example in 8/10 condition with a couple of era appropriate knocks, but nothing major. It has has an Aero Pickup added to offset the usually weak stock pickups. It sounds open and full as it should. It also has Dunlop strap locks and is currently strung with Newtone Shorties to get the tension back up. As with all my basses it's had some tour and studio use but has been looked after and regularly set up by a pro tech. It's a cracking example of a great short scale Fender, with all the vintage mojo. You can hear it here: https://youtu.be/1UWMVVm1Zks?si=EjpDrzeYzISZ888H Based in Liverpool but travel a lot so meet ups are easily doable. I do also have a sturdy bass box so shipping is an option.2 points -
Up is a mint GGI Rossie. This is easily one of the best digital filters I've had (I've had a lot). Having a massive clear out and as fun as it is I've got some other purchases lined up. About the Product Rossie is a dynamic multi-filter pedal, encompassing 3 essential tone-enriching filter effects: Envelope Filter - a colorful resonant filter that follows your picking dynamics Step Filter - a groovy, arpeggiated filter with fully adjustable steps. Manual Filter - great for static tone shaping or sweepable wah-like effect using an expression pedal. Price Includes UK postage. Would consider a Sansamp Fly Rig in part ex with cash your way if needed.2 points -
2018 Music Man Stingray Special 5H Aqua Sparkle. Had this up for sale back in October but decided to keep it. Have lost my bass mojo and trying to get down to one (maybe two) basses - no trades ta! Impossible to capture the beauty of this finish in a photograph. Excellent condition, aside from normal pickguard swirls can't find a mark on it. Complete with original hard case. Collection Orpington BR6 or can post at buyer's cost and risk. I currently don't have any shipping boxes but will split the cost of a box and shipping with the buyer if needed. Happy to meet up to an hour-ish drive away. Weight between 9.6 and 9.8lbs on my digital bathroom scales.2 points -
Well that was close - very nearly ordered a bass synth pedal but then realised I could get a pretty good synth sound by combining my current fuzz, octave & chorus pedals. Just spent the last couple hours upsetting my family with synthy space sounds - awesome to discover that stuff I already have can be used in a different way and I don't need to buy something new!2 points
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From the pictures, only ONE is for sale for £290 Both made in Italy, in excellent working order. With tones set at 12 o’clock, they give an instant great bass sound, maybe just a little tweak. A powerful Markbass 500W amp through 4 ohm still hard to beat. These two LMIII’s were assembled in 2009 and 2013. One was intended as backup but I don’t think I’m going to need a second. I’ve used them alternately or which ever one I unzip first. Apply for EITHER one. I’ll keep the other. Both have Markworld bags. Trial here through my speakers or yours. Cheers Geoff2 points -
Maybe our civilisation will collapse due to AI. Not because AI deliberately destroys us, more because people use it to build things that don't work anymore. 🤣2 points
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They're surprisingly tight live. Last time we saw them live, he asked my wife for a thumbs up or down after each song. Unusual but we had a great night.2 points
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Now sold- Thanks for your interest! ‘Super Customised’ MM Sterling S.U.B. Seriies Bass Featuring Herrick Pickups split-output 8 coil and Lutishand NFP Filter Preamp 2014 Stingray MusicMan Sterling S.U.B. Series 4 string in excellent cosmetic order. See Funki Pete's 'Creating a Wal-ish bass' here in Gear/ Repairs and Technical. (for inspiring info on creating the Wal-like sound) Super Customised by Martin Herrick with the Fabulous "Lusithand" N.F.P Active pre-amp coupled with "Herrick pickups" 8 coil Humbucking pickup (optional Wal-like Pickup surround/ thumb rest included- see pic) www.herrickpickups.com www.lustihanddevices.com The Electronics package alone is £350+ & transforms this Indonesian made Stingray. Control 1. Volume Control 2. 3-Way switch for Split-p 4 coil output / All 8 coils out / Reverse Split-p 4 coil out. All 3 modes are in FULL Humbucker mode (matching pre-EB Music Man Stingrays) Control3. N.F.P active pre-amp tone control with pull-up Notch filter Control 4. Jack output This combination offers incredible Tonal range from earthquake-like bass to window shaking treble! There are a few sound samples of this pickup type coupled with the Lusithand NFP on the www.herrickpickups.com site to give you an idea of what to expect from the tone of this Instrument Come to beautiful Ilkley (Leeds/Bradford) to try it out or posted for in Sterling MM Gig Bag and carefully packaged in rigid shipping box for £15.00 .2 points -
It's the Mike Kerr (Royal Blood) signature. And yes, it is a shortie.2 points
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For the budget available I’d look at a Harley Benton from Thomann, their instruments get favourable reviews.2 points
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I'm not sure that's true. I researched a topic then asked ChatGPT to write an article as an experiment. The first draft had some egregious errors, such as putting the subject's birthplace in Ireland, not Wales. When challenged it checked, apologised and corrected the error. I've since had a conversation with someone who has been using ai a lot partly through their studies. He recommends starting with a short, clear brief. Then a process of review and refinement; not using the AI as a substitute for learning, but a tool for gathering, organising and presenting information. To be effective a tool has to be wielded by a skilled hand.2 points
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The main problem with AI right now is the blind trust that people place in a technology that is still in its infancy. I've been using AI related to software development for quite some time now and I don't trust it at all. It is far too quick to "hallucinate" (i.e. make stuff up) and to assert that it is correct until you give it evidence that it is wrong. A good example of this is to ask ChatGPT (version 4o) how many "r"s there are in the word "strawberry" - it will insist there are only 2 until you tell it to actually count them! It's still a great tool for doing a lot of grunt work, but you need to keep a close eye on it and don't blindly trust what it comes up with2 points
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The consequences will be dire. IF AI does become truly intelligent, we're likely buggered. The absolutely true fact that humans are a HUGELY negative force on the planet will be our undoing IF AI becomes intelligent to the point of understanding that to protect the planet and all other species on it humans must go.2 points
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If I need to go light I can carry cab and bass in each hand and the amp over my shoulder 😃2 points
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We are but a few baby steps into the AI journey, don't forget. There is a long, long way to go before we truly see what it's capable of and understand the consequences.2 points
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Yeah - didn't think that one through. Sorry everyone.....😲😆2 points
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These are extremely competent and underrated instruments from Fender, IMHO. Classic black with maple neck - a great combination. Best of luck with the sale.2 points -
Check Scary Pockets too (much of the same bunch of people).2 points
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I'm not sure what I have done with my diagrams, but I created a 6 way switching system when I was a Dingwall tester. (Prior to the aftermarket switches becoming available). I tested the prototype SF2 and FDV's before they went to production along with swapping out the P-Tone, FD3-A and FD3-N pickups on my basses. Interestingly the 'All On' and 'Middle Only' selections came from my own configurations and recordings! Sheldon really liked them! I also rewired coils for parallel and series winding to see what I liked best and, for the most part, option paralysis started taking over, or, some configuration changes were so subtle it wasn't worth it. As mentioned above, I think the selections Dingwall have come up with are tried and tested and the best of the bunch. My own favourite settings were: All three pickups, series wound and in series with each other. BONKERS! I think that was using the SF2 and ran in to a Glockenklang 3 band with the mids slightly attenuated. Absolutely monsterous sound! P-Tone (series coils by default) in parallel with Middle and Bridge wired in series (series coils). Again the Glock preamplifer was necessary to offer impedance buffering as well as keeping those mids under control.2 points
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Still in!2 points
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Hi Dave - no apology needed there! I didn't take your comments as a knocking of the punk genre at all. There's a time and place for it - if we were out every week doing it then it would gradually get less and less folks coming. Less is definitely more we've found! Good luck with whatever direction you end up going this year - it's great to be out playing in the current climate (and respective ages! 😆😆) Cheers Mike2 points
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First gig of 2025 with the punk band is a two-day mini festival at the Home Bar and Leith Depot in Edinburgh on the 17th and 18th January. We're kicking off the evening slot at Leith Depot on Saturday the 18th.2 points
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My apologies there Mike i meant no interest within the band. The guitarist who is the original member since 78 has been playing the same songs for approx 16yrs now and feels like a change. He is in a Ramones tribute as well so i think its down to him. If he decided he's had enough we might change the name of the band and look for another guitarist and perhaps move in a slightly different direction maybe adding in a few other songs from bands like The Jam etc. We do get a decent audience in one of my fav venues The Dreadnought in Bathgate but to be honest we kept playing the same venues 5-6 times a year each. Audiences get fed up with the same bands or same songs so we need to make some changes in that department too. I'm 64 and drummer is 65 with our singer the baby in her 50's shall we say trying to be polite there Dave2 points
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My February 15th gig is with a punk covers band - all the British 1976-1982 stuff. We only 'publicly' play 4 or 5 times a year, so it tends to attract a crowd. This year is our 10th year, after which we're taking a year off to try and write some of our own stuff.......inevitably we pick up a couple of private gigs for the old punks who are enjoying it for the second time around! Three of the four of us are in our 60's, so it does take it out on us a bit now!! Hope you still get to go out and punk it up places - it's a great atmosphere when you've got near OAPs bouncing around and singing along to every song!!2 points
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Guess it's going to be a bit of a quiet period gig-wise for the next few weeks at least..... What's the next thing anyone's starting to prepare for/looking forward to? For me, the next gig with the full band is a private birthday party on Feb 15th, and the acoustic band first gig is a paddys day gig on March 15th. Having to learn a load of stuff for this one, including some stuff new to me (Flogging Molly, Dropkick Murphys). We currently do lots of Levellers stuff which can slot in nicely as we have a fearsome fiddle player and can 'borrow' an accordion player so I'm really looking forward to that one.....Happy New Year everyone - power to your callouses!! 😆2 points
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