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Jabba_the_gut
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I've got a little Vox DA5 Classic guitar practice amp. I fancied a go at guitar then realised the error of my ways. In fairness to the amp, it's a pretty decent little thing. It's 5 watts, has a number of effects which are actually quite good, can run on batteries or a mains adapter (included). It also has a separate mic. input so might work well for busking. It's in great condition. Looking for £40 collected from Tewkesbury or possibly Chipping Norton where I work. Can't post pictures but it is the version with traditional Vox cloth not the metal speaker grille Cheers
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Got a few bass books for sale if anyone is interested. All very good condition. Postage would be £1.50 on each book. Fretless Bass by Chris Kringel (Hal Leonard book with CD) £5 101 Bass Tips by Gary Willis (Hal Leonard book with CD) £4 JS Bach for Electric Bass by Bob Gallway (no CD) £2 Chords for Bass by Dominik Hauser (Musicians Institute with CD) £5 Cheers Jez
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Traded the Yamaha in at a guitar shop and added a picture of the Westfield type bump....
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Sold a book to Mike - only a small item but dead easy guy to deal with. Thanks Mike
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I've got a blue Musicman USA Sub 4 bass (the one in my profile picture) that is in excellent condition but is not getting used that I am selling for[s] £375[/s] £350. It is the active version with 2 band preamp. I might be interested in trading for a lightweight bass cab. The Sub has a nice blue pearloid scratchplate and has no dents except a tiny 1x2mm chip by the control plate. Headstock does not have any chips out of the paint unlike many. I'd prefer a sale but may consider a trade.I'm thinking of ending up with a two 1x12 cab setup so am looking at trading this bass for the first cab. Open to suggestions but compact and light is the aim - thinking of Markbass NY121 but will consider other makes too. Need to be small to fit the boot of a Ford Ka!! I'd be looking for a little cash adjustment my way as a typical 1x12 Markbass cab seem to go for about £300. Might consider other speaker configurations like a 2x10... Let me know if you have anything or if I am off the mark or if you would like any photos. I've attached one photo - will try to attach more.... Cheers Jez
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I've got a copy of 'The Art of Inlay' by Larry Robinson (2005 edition) in good condition for sale. This is the one with a picture of a Martin guitar on the front. Tried to paste a link to it on Amazon UK but it didn't work!! £8 posted Cheers
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Radius block-do I need one?
Jabba_the_gut replied to the hand of john curley's topic in General Discussion
I should say when I did this before it was on a cheap bass! If it had been some thing other than that I would have used a radius block..... -
Radius block-do I need one?
Jabba_the_gut replied to the hand of john curley's topic in General Discussion
Hi Matt, In my opinion, I reckon if you trim the veneer back to almost flush with a Stanley blade carefully then use a firm sanding block with some very fine paper sanding along the length of the neck you should be okay. I use radius blocks for new builds when starting with a flat board but think you should be okay being careful with a normal block for this. I have done this once before and it was fine. Be interested to see what others think Cheers -
Recently bought a gig bag from Sid. Arrived really quickly and was exactly as described - communication was first class all the way. Would have no hesitation dealing with Sid again. Cheers Jez
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As I've now made myself a few basses, it has been pointed out to me that I maybe have too many and should make a bit of room....... Yamaha - GONE Westfield junior/shortscale P-bass. Seemed to be aimed at kids; I got this for my son but he had no interest (time for a DNA test I think...). Bass is in excellent condition and still has protective film on scratchplate and comes in original box. It's red with a white scratch plate. Scale length is about 25" so is most suitable for kids, shorter folk or as a travel bass. Asking [s]£60[/s] [s]£50[/s] £45 for this Would prefer pickup from Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire. Drop a line if you have any questions. Cheers
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A slightly better photo....
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Finally finished this build - really chuffed with it so far but only played it quietly for a short time.
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Looks very nice!
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And not to forget the USA made SUB Sterling.....in the same way the USA SUB is a cheaper version of the 'ray, the USA SUB Sterling is a cheaper version of the Sterling. Same sort of differences as the other USA SUB basses (no contouring, textured finish) but has 3 band eq but no pickup switch. You don't tend to see many USA SUB Sterlings around. I really like mine - sounds great and I prefer the thinner neck on the Sterling. I got GAS for USA SUB basses a few years ago and bought three; 4 string, 5 string and the Sterling!! Watch the 'for sale' section in the near future, I'm considering selling the 4 string USA SUB (blue one in my profile picture) because I always use the Sterling and it doesn't get used. I was going to sell it a year or two back but when I played it again, I really enjoyed it. That might well happen again!!!
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Thinking of changing amps....suggestions???
Jabba_the_gut replied to Jabba_the_gut's topic in Amps and Cabs
Cheers for the info. Hadn't really considered Shroeder cabs - will have find one to give a try. I do like the MB200 so will look at others in the range. Cheers again Jez -
I currently have two Ashdown mini cabs (1x15 and 4x8), a GK MB200 and an Ashdown ABM Evo ii 500 head. I fancy a bit of a change...... The current set-up isn't too big and fits quite easily in my Ford Ka (one cab ad the ABM head fits perfectly in the boot). I am finding myself looking at possible single cab solutions but also possibly changing the head as I tend to use the MB200 all the time. The set-up is just for a covers band and pub gigs so my two cabs is probably overkill as it is!! I'm thinking of: 1. Changing the ABM head for an EBS Reidmar and keeping the cabs 2. Changing the lot for a Markbass CMD151P 3. Get a different 4ohm cab for the MB200 4. Keep what I've got and go to the pub Any suggestions? Cheers .
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Glad you liked it. Many thanks for the kind words
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I'd also like to add my thanks to Si600 and Roland Rock or organising his event - much appreciated. I haven't been to one before but will definitely going again. It was a really was nice to meet such a friendly bunch of folk and to see and try out various different amps and basses - there was quite an array of completely different kit! I must admit, I particularly liked Nick's 5 string MTD and TC rig but there was also Wil's Status/Warmoth jazz and PJB cabs, Prime_bass's set-up, 72Delux's Warwicks and playing, Matt's Gretsch Baritone and numerous others. And not to forget a delicious slice of orange cake (really was [u]very[/u] nice)!! Thanks and look forward to meeting you all again. Cheers Jez
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I'll bring a GK MB200 and an Ashdown minicab. I'll bring 2 home made basses for comment and opinion!!!
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Hi Ben, Cheers. Not completely decided on the finish but leaning towards a water based gloss lacquer for the body. I've used the satin version before and that seems good so might give the gloss a try; I will use satin on the neck though, Jez
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Hi Rubis, I got the body and neck wood from Nugget - the body wood was a trade but the neck wood was ordered with some wood Nugget was buying for himself. I'll try to find the details of the seller and forward it to you as the wood is lovely and was reasonably priced. Seem to remember it costing about £50 but I got two necks out of it. Looking forward to trying the Delano pickups!! Cheers Jez
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I'll definitely be there - will bring two basses that I had in the build diaries. I'll bring a couple of pedals, an MB200 and either an Ashdown 4x8 or 1x15 mini cab. Looking forward to it. Cheers Jez
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Finally getting on with this build! Routing is complete for neck pocket, control cavity, bridge, tail piece and pick ups. I've rounded the body edges but still have some body contouring to do followed by lots of sanding!! Cheers
