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I never even gave that a thought. Good point. Does seem a bit strange. Dave

or the aftermath of laxative Now you've got me started. I'm too nice to say things like that. Dave

very nice indeed. You should be pleased with that.

It was after i posted that i recognised the name and i couldn't find him on a google search penny dropped so i might lok into that too. What were the minor issues you had with yours ? Dave

That's an interesting point as most of the time i just want to hear my bass on stage but saying that along with everyone else in my current band we noticed a huge difference in depth of tone using the mesa rig compared to my Markbass rig or even the EBS HD360 and 810 Ampeg cab in the studios. At gigs it seems to carry better. Not sure how much of that is down to the amp itself tho. Other than bass players i'm not sure anyone in an audience would ever notice whether its a cheap or expensive cab or a 15 or 410 cab provided it wasn't distorted. I know guys that use Bugera amps and cabs and they have a great tone. I hear other bass players using the same Markbass rig i had and they have a nice tone out front. Its something i found with Markbass rig that it wasn't great on stage sound but walk out front and it sounded great. This is always gonna be a contentious topic and i look forward to reading what comes along. Dave

where did you get the loom from @artisan

For many years in late 80's / early 90's i had no backline at all. 3 piece band doing rock / prog covers and originals and no matter what size the gig i went straight to desk. Not sure i could have done that in a larger band but with guitar bass and drums all thru PA (Simmonds drum kit) it was easy to distinguish between bass and guitar. In more recent times i went back to having a backline. I normally use a Mesa rig with PH212 cab but i also have a Berg HT322 with a 12 and 2x10's and the difference is quite noticeable. 10's seem to bring that sharper cleaner sound than the 212 cab. I know they are different design cabs but its something i've found over 40+ yrs playing all sorts of cabs. The big thing these days for me is i like to hear myself on stage within larger bands. I find the Mesa gives me a similar tone to our PA which is a bonus. Dave

Altho i never tried the bass in guitar guitar i did manage to feel the neck width and i have to admit it did feel better or shall i say more comfy to me than the US standard or originals whatever they are called these days. (i'm losing track of what Fender bass is what) It was the white (blonde) one that i preferred but having seen the red one in DV247 at £689 i'm kinda tempted. Then seeing the green one above was pretty impressed with yours @artisan Its so difficult with a choice of 3 Dave

What other P basses have you had and how does the build quality and tone compare to them. thanks Dave

Probably for the best. At least you gave it a shot and raised the issue with him. No point in getting worked up about it. Dave

Tam Petty and the Heartfakers up here in Scotland too

Can you take his bass lines and modify them to something that you like with your take on it but still retaining some of his basic idea. I get the feeling its not intentional on his part and he probably hasn't given it much thought. He's been focused on how the song sounds in his head. Worth talking to him see what he thinks. He might value your input and help in improving the songs. Dave

If he's doing sax / vox / keys then maybe he sees himself as the songwriter and Band Leader. If its his song or idea he'll have something in his head for the bass line and that's where he's coming from ........maybe

Couldn't see the original link from Bilbo so no idea what it was all about.

I tried the PJB one when i was trying basses at Bass Direct and was very impressed by it. Curious to see how the thread goes as i'm thinking of buying one too.

Try outdoor clothing shops like TISO you should be able to get replacement clips. Or try Amazon. https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=heavy+duty+shoulder+straps+for+bags&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

Does anyone have one of the Vintera P basses and how does it compare with other Fender P basses. Had a quick look when i was in Guitar Guitar Glasgow and the neck and fret height felt better on the Vintera than the more expensive versions. I didn't have time to play them. Birthday coming up soon and thinking of treating myself again. I'll try them out before buying of course. Dave

I dream of just visiting the place Blue let alone playing there. Gig there would be Heaven on Earth for me Dave

I usually check out GAK website as well if you are going down the on-line route. GAK will price match any other UK price. I've even driven down to Bass Direct from Glasgow area just to get a look around it. Its an amazing shop and sometimes a drive is what's required when spending good money on a bass. My first stop to try basses out is Guitar Guitar in Glasgow. If i like something i'll buy same bass from GAK. Dave

Happy to help Dave

My Sandberg VM4 is one of the lightest basses i've played with great versatility in tone too. They have an even lighter version out now. I know Overwater were doing hollow bodied basses too but they will make whatever you want from any woods and will advise on lighter woods and how they will affect the tone for you. Dave

Here's the part you are looking for when i played in Friends of Deep Purple tribute band. The spacing i've written here is only a guide. E DBbE E DBbE E DBbE E GEF#D E DBbE E DBbE E DBbE DEbEG F#EF#E DBDB BbAAG GA GF#F Hope that helps. Taken from my own notes. I have the full song written out like that if needed i can scan the page and post for you. I do recall both myself and keys player working on it to get it right. Dave

Serious question. Does it make a difference how the pick up sits in the hole. ? I've no idea. Dave

If you're no wiring expert it might be worth posting some pics of under the control plate see if anyone spots the obvious ? Dave