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Add ‘Dude’ into the equation too….

I’ve loved Sheryl’s music since she first became well known. Had the pleasure of seeing her perform at Halifax Piece Hall 18 months ago and she’s still the real deal in my opinion. A great singer, guitarist, bassist and keyboard player. Her band are also one of the best I’ve seen, especially guitarists Audley Freed and Peter Stroud. Her bassist Robert Kearns is a fine player too, and was one of the first people I saw playing Reverend basses. When Sheryl plays bass she has most recently been seen using a Guild M85, although has also used many different Fenders as well. If you get chance watch ‘Live at The Capitol Theatre’ on You Tube, fabulous.

Just bought a lovely bass from Frank. My second purchase from him, and an absolute pleasure again. He held the bass until we could arrange a meet up which was very much appreciated, given the 200+ miles between us! Thoroughly recommended , buy with confidence etc. Cheers Frank!

I was up in Scarborough last night with our acoustic duo, playing at ‘The Lookout on the Pier’. We were a bit concerned with the weather, as the waves had been crashing over the end of the pier where we park to unload, but the tide was out when we arrived so no dramas. A full house of dining punters, with some familiar faces and some newbies which is always good. We run the gig as request based, and had some good ones including ‘Dead flowers’, ‘Walk away Renee’, ‘Budapest’, ‘If you could read my mind’ and ‘Stormy Monday’. ( Also nice to see Chris from ‘Knight’s Music’ shop in the audience - a great place in Scarborough.) I used my Fender Kingman bass into a Rumble 100 combo, perfect for venues like this. We are back there next on February 15th, so looking forward to it already. Just hope the weather has calmed down a bit by then.( Apologies for the boring photo, but Mrs CP was too busy socialising and forgot to take any.j

Used the Fender flats on a gig last night - I’m a convert! Three piece band playing at a weekly rock n roll club, and my tone fitted in perfectly. Thanks for all your comments and help. 😊

I’ve used D’addario EXL 170s on my Dano Longhorn for eons, and never had a duff one or any other problems. I’ve got used to the sound of them so much I’d find it hard to change now I think. They last a long time for me, but I do have quite dry hands and can make strings last a long time.

Thanks for the replies people. What would you recommend in a similar price bracket to the Fenders but not quite so stiff then?

I haven’t much experience of flats to compare them with, but they feel okay-ish to me.

Can anyone confirm what brand these are please? I’ve a feeling they may be Fenders, but not 100% sure. TIA.

Maybe have a look at the ‘Fitted Foam Bass Guitar Case’ on the Gear4Music site. I’ve had mine for over 10 years and it’s been fantastic, lightweight and yet sturdy. The best bit? £39.99 😊

I haven’t posted on this thread for a while now, mainly because my gigs are often residences and subsequently fairly similar, rinse and repeat jobs etc. Usually in a duo these days too, with the occasional dep here and there with other bands. I did just short of 100 gigs in 2025, ( so much for semi retiring etc.) so still doing a fair few. 2026 is looking around the same so far which is good. Anyway, couple of recent ones worth a mention. Scarborough Yacht Club was an interesting venue, located on a pier in the harbour and part of the lighthouse building. Needless to say a challenging get-in, where we nearly drove the van over an old bridge which wouldn’t have held the weight! (See pic 1 below) So we had to carry all our kit on foot, with heavy rainfall not helping. The gig went well, although a very boozy do with plenty of audience ‘interaction’. Been promised a return gig in the spring so think they liked it. Played a nice gig at a lovely hotel just outside York in December. It was a trio, headed by wonderful saxophonist / flautist and singer Jon Taylor. Jon has played in many bands over the years, and is a great character. First time I’ve played with him, and a thoroughly enjoyable gig, at a great venue. (Pic 2). We did our annual Christmas gig at Beverley’s ‘The Sun Inn’, where we get invited guests up to sing with us. As last year, we had some mega volunteers, including landlord Paul and also Dave Hemingway from ‘The Beautiful South’. Dave did a version of Bowie’s ‘Starman’ which was really good, and the pub was rammed with a ‘one in / one out’ policy to avoid overcrowding. (pic 3 shows the group shot). My go to rig for most of the gigs has been either a Fender Kingman electro acoustic, or a Squier Jaguar SS when I know it may get a bit loud and lairy. Then one of two Rumble V3 combos, either the 100 or 500. Shoes have varied but often black Chelsea boots.