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  1. Jakester started following Accessory gig bags and FS or FT: Yamaha TRB-IIF 5-string fretless bass for 5-string Jazz
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    I've now seen a bass I would like, so I'm also putting this up for sale. Very sad to be doing this, but up for sale or TRADE ONLY (for now) is my lovely Yamaha TRB-IIF 5-string factory fretless bass in trans blue. It's a 35" scale factory fretless version of the well-regarded TRB-II basses. Made in Japan between 1998 and 2004, these were top of the line instruments, featuring Yamaha Alnico single-coil hum cancelling pickups and Yamaha's TRB 'Q-mix' 3-band preamp. This is an absolutely lovely example; there's some very small dings on the top but otherwise it's amazing for a 25+ year bass. The serial no suggests it was made in 2000 (if I've read this guide correctly). It has 18mm string spacing, and is currently fitted with DR Legend flatwounds. I think I have some Rotosound tapewounds if you would prefer. A lovely low action and amazing fretless tone. Got Basschat strap holders on ATM - I'll remove those and the strap unless you desperately want them. I picked this up a couple of years ago in a trade with TheGreek of this parish for my fretted TRB1005J, but the sad fact is I don't play enough fretless to justify keeping it, and I have some gigs coming up where a fretted 5 would be more useful (I have a Lakland 5 but it's strung E-C for one particular gig - I now need something strung B-G for other stuff). So I'm looking for a 5-string, ideally an active Jazz or equivalent with at least 18mm string spacing. Active isn't a deal-breaker, though, so happy to consider anything that's got 5 strings and 18mm spacing. Trading for a fretted Japanese TRB/TRB-II would be ideal; I might consider a TRB1005J plus cash if it's in natural. In a perfect world, I'd be happy to trade (plus adjustments as necessary) if someone had a TRB6 they were looking to shift on. I think £900 is a fair value, looking at some others for sale ATM. I'd much prefer a meet up than posting so you can be absolutely happy with what you're buying. I'm not really looking for 4 strings, however nice they are (even if TRBs), sorry. Not really looking to trade for anything else either ATM, though if you are desperate to buy this for cold hard cash, message me. I'm based in the SW so this is probably best for SW-based people as I'd prefer to meet up, but again if you're desperate and have something that fits the bill, but you're elsewhere, message me. Thanks for reading!
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    If Nick doesn't take it, I probably will.
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    Yep, Gator was one of my first ports of call but I gave up as their website is unnavigable! I’ll take a look on Andertons, thanks.
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    Thanks - will take a look. Hmm, not looking for a hardcase ATM but worth bearing in mind if I change it! That Access bag looks handy - quiite spendy though! The Producer backpack might be worth a look! I've seen the Accessory Bag but don't know how it works out size-wise - that one looks quite big to me. It's strange, they're a properly niche product but there must be a market out there for a proper bass player's gig bag!
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    Another recommendation for the Nobels - I have one and it's great. They also comfortably come in below £100: https://richtonemusic.co.uk/Nobels-ODR-Mini/?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_dMP2mU7HJHM6ivOpTCYajXwLUO&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzrzABhD8ARIsANlSWNNJYcfn9nLX3jXkUS2tdd738P0Vnvt9mcdi5BlMFu_zKHNLvU8O4hAaAg4YEALw_wcB Looks like they've issued a v2 with adjustable bass control: https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/241007430618008--nobels-odr-mini2-mini-overdrive-pedal?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD76p-3t5uLD4DbNS_Iy7Q0NGNOTb&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzrzABhD8ARIsANlSWNNtv6M9Gqi6-KnAmZPBtqecq2szHBli9ceQdPmn2AKH0WZASIj_-n4aAsHsEALw_wcB
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    I was wondering if anyone can recommend an accessory gig bag that will accomodate the following: Class D head 3 x instrument cables Speaker cables x2 IEC cable Hercules mini-stand 4-way reel Bass Bar stand (https://caswells-strings.co.uk/product/the-bass-bar-double-bass-stand/) Ipad Pockets for odds and sods such as picks, wireless, page turner, chargers etc etc.... I've found bags that will take most stuff, but it's the Bass Bar that causes problems! Currently looking at stuff like this: https://www.thomann.co.uk/flyht_pro_gorilla_soft_case_gac410.htm But I'm finding it hard to visualise how much stuff fits in one. This looks like it might be good, but could be too big: https://www.gear4music.com/Recording-and-Computers/Trojan-Pro-Cable-Gig-Bag-40/6TA6 Basically at the moment I carry three separate bags/cases plus the instrument/s, and it'd be good to reduce that down to one if possible! All recommendations gratefully received.
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    I'd take a look for something like a used Mackie SW1501. I have one for my PA, and rarely actually use it. They're cheap as chips because they weigh an absolute ton. Provided you can collect I'm sure you'd find one for around your budget.
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    Mustn't. Buy. More. Of. Lawrie's. Stuff!
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    That's awful. I actually messaged Louis about a bow I have and I'm selling and hate to think genuine messages could end up being exploited by these scammers!
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    No, it was the Finally v3.
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    Just to come back to this. It turns out it wasn't the tube, apparently there was an issue with a couple of the pedals where the HPF became microphonic. Nathan was great to deal with, and I have a replacement which hopefully doesn't go the same way! Love the sound of the pedal though, adds so much richness.
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    Hmm, what a pain! I did get one of these but never got round to trying it - might be worth a crack on each pedal to try and sort it? https://www.thomann.co.uk/joyo_zgp_noise_blocker.htm
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    I found one of the problems I was having with ground loop hums (despite having a ground lift on my preamp) was to do with daisy chaining pedals. I had a fully isolated Cioks PSU but even so, I ended up with a lot of noise in the signal chain. I've ended up trying to make sure that only pedals that don't contribute to the signal chain (such as a tuner driven from a separate tuner out, MIDI switcher pedal, A/B switch etc) are daisy chained. Can you reconfigure your 'other pedals' if they're daisy chained?
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    I went to Bowspeed for the first time a couple of weeks ago. Absolutely fantastic that shops like this still exist. The wealth of knowledge Hamilton has is amazing and I could spend hours listening to him!
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    Ah, that sounds like the same issue then. Don’t even need to open it up, just tapping the pedal (or even the board) makes a clunking noise.
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