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[quote name='hillbilly deluxe' post='937903' date='Aug 27 2010, 10:45 AM']Original and iconic,which Fender P & J basses are will always hold there value better than copies,no matter how refined the copies are.If these companies that make these high end "copies" are so good/inovative,why can't they come up with an original idea,without it looking like a P or a J bass ? Just look at almost anything American from the 50's - early 60's,cars,bikes.............etc For example, 57 Chevy or Vauxhall Cresta ? 60's Fender or 60's Burns ? Harley Panhead or Sunbeam ? Levi's originals or Staypressed ? I know which i'd rather have.[/quote] Carrying on the car theme, I think the thing is to go for 'classic' instruments of the period - these are the ones which have tons of appeal when new, which will continue for many years due to great design, build, function and desirability. I'm currently looking for a Peugeot 406 coupe - surely (if not already) a classic motor which will remain so in years to come. Nearly 30 years ago I considered myself really current by using a Stingray after years of old Fenders. The Stingray (although not a million miles away from my P-bass) was such a radical change for me, mainly due to being an active bass. Nowadays after nearly 35 years in production the Stingray is firmly established as a 'classic' iconic design. Whether costly boutique versions of the Jazz bass will be viewed like this in the future remains to be seen. The ones which probably will hold/increase their value are the instruments which are currently fairly affordable, aesthetic and innovative. Oh yeah, and cool!!

GK 800RB into a 2x15 EV cab - great! GK 1001 into a 4 ohm Loud 4x10, (& sometimes a Loud 1x15 too if its needed!) Neither set up requires much deviation from tone controls set flat. I love GK amps.

Great bass, nice one! Just remember to unplug your lead when not in use, as they can be a bit heavy on batteries. (Best to always have a spare one to hand as they dont work without 'em!) I had a metallic white one which I've always regretted selling.

In a church (next to the altar) as part of local 'music festival'. At a Medieval jousting tournament (last week!) In Paris at the European Balloon Sculpturing Awards. On airport runway in front of 747 jet. Floating on a pontoon in a city dock (promoting another music festival!) In a barn (used for expectant sheep) in Scotland, where the booker had sprinkled Birds Custard powder(?!!) on the 'dancefloor' in an attempt to get rid of the smell of sheep sh*t! Needless to say did n't work, not many dancing punters etc.

[quote name='Stewart' post='929984' date='Aug 19 2010, 04:22 PM']Possibly the power consumption printed on a label somewhere... ?[/quote] A common mistake. Also Peavey used to name their amps using optimistic numbers i.e.TNT100 combos were (IIRC) only around 45 watts etc. (May be named after 'peak' power ratings rather than RMS?) Some manufacturers also name combos after their given output when using an extension cab - bit misleading for newbies.

Owen posted me some MM bridge screws FOR FREE!!! (And he chucked in the allen key and some EB wipes too) What a top bloke. Good to know that this is still the place to meet decent people who help each other out etc. Restores my faith in human nature it does... Many thanks Owen, ATB Pete.

I play a Danelectro...........nuff said.

[quote name='blackmn90' post='927593' date='Aug 17 2010, 02:34 PM'][url="http://www.basscentre.com/bass-collection/bass-collection-jive-bass-king-crimson.html"]http://www.basscentre.com/bass-collection/...ng-crimson.html[/url] is that it?[/quote] Actually it does look like this too! However, no logo so maybe/probably not. (Cant see it being worth £295 new either TBH! ) Thanks for the info, cheers.

[quote name='Moos3h' post='927461' date='Aug 17 2010, 12:26 PM']It's one of those generic Chinese jobbies, Rockers in Denmark Street used to have a boatload of them badged as 'Rockers' but they turn up all over the place. Actually pretty good VFM when set up, but you're not going to be able to retire on the proceeds! Probably valued at about £100-125? Cheers, James[/quote] Remember seeing something like this in Music Ground in Leeds a few years ago which would tie in with your info. Thanks !

Someone I know after selling this - has asked me what it is / value etc and I'm not sure!! Obviously some sort of generic Jazz copy, quite good quality too. Tinted gloss neck, matching headstock,chrome knobs and finger rest!! No clues on it as to origin,brand name etc. Have cleaned it up and its in pretty good nick, plays and sounds fine. Any thoughts/opinions/ideas of what it may be worth etc. more than welcome - many thanks.

[quote name='merello' post='924283' date='Aug 13 2010, 07:25 PM']Anyone got experience of these? [url="http://www.rees-electric-guitars.com/"]Rees[/url] Really good write up in this months BGM. Allegedly very light.[/quote] I tried this bass at a guitar show last year and was quite impressed - very light,SD pickup,great neck shape and balanced well. At the time was looking for a bass to use after a shoulder/arm injury and thought this might do the trick. Just could n't get past the aesthetics though, which probably shows how shallow I am! Think Rees are based near Cambridge - the guy on the stand at the show said I could go to see them made and they would build a bass to my requirements, which at the time would have cost around £600 - not a bad price really?

Just got strings from Lawrence - exactly as described,sent them straight away& well packed. Great feller, thanks for an easy transaction mate. Cheers Pete.

Think you're right mate! The cabs will share the output equally between them if they are the same impedance i.e. both 8ohms.

[quote name='Doddy' post='919710' date='Aug 9 2010, 03:37 PM']I wouldn't say that. I'd much rather play in a theatre on a nice big stage through a decent PA,than play in a pub with people falling over your pedals.[/quote] +1 I've done a couple of tribute bands that played mainly in theatres, and loved it for the same reason. Usually easy load in/out, helpful stage staff and often great hospitality thrown in. Also enjoy starting at 7.30 and being finished by 10 too! However, I am fortunate enough to have other gigs where it's a bit more 'real', and to be honest really enjoy the variety/contrast of work. Maybe only doing 'polite' theatre style gigs would do you in after a while, but after playing in bands for nearly 40 years it does make a refreshing change to be able to have the luxury of room on stage and great PA etc.