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fretmeister

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    Danny Sapko discovers… (now including follow up vid that is worse!)

    in General Discussion

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    1 hour ago, Beedster said:

     

    I think there's a whole lot more trickery, ranging from clever use of audio/video tech to outright AI-driven deception, in this space than perhaps is obvious as first site. The old 'modern singers can't sing' idea (beneficiaries or victims of pitch correction, you decide....), I get the impression it's increasingly the case with musicians also :( 

     

     

    Midi Vanilli?

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    Sandberg appreciation society

    in Bass Guitars

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    Doh!

     

    Is yours a California 1?

     

    I think your numbering is correct. 4 is the only one with the right angle to put pressure on the sideways movement of the saddle and 5 seems to be aiming at the side of the bridge block to allow / prevent movement by the entire saddle unit.

     

    5 isn't just intonation - it should be loosened off when doing height adjustments as well.

     

    The Gear Page forum has been acquired!!

    in General Discussion

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    18 hours ago, prowla said:

    OK, but apart from that…

     

    Guitar forum. 

     

    It's hilarious over there at the minute. They have the strictest "No politics" rule ever, and are trying to have discussions about what tariffs will do to them.

     

    It's a place where people have been suspended for a week simply for asking IF they can make a thread on a particular subject! :D 

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    European basses

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    1 minute ago, Terry M. said:

    Mind me asking why the geographic stipulation? I know it's your choice but if you bond with a bass and it's within your budget does it really matter? Where out of interest is your first bass made?

     

     

    Obviously I don't know about the OP, but for me it would be concerns about workers rights, conditions, equal treatment, pay that doesn't mean needing more than one job. So that really rules out a lot of the USA!

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    2025 Gear Abstinence Thread

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    5 minutes ago, neepheid said:

     

    No, you did not prompt this (I don't think having it on a wishlist counts), it is an unsolicited gift, you weren't involved in any way, so I think you're good.  Nice family, lovely gift, enjoy!

     

    I was properly surprised - my eldest arranged it. It's expensive so she spoke to pretty much everyone who would have got me a gift: wife, other kids, parents, brother, even the Mother in Law!

     

    Funnily enough this challenge is making me think about the stuff I have but hardly ever use - and thinking about selling to make some room in the house. I've got 8 basses and I really only play half of them, I've got so many pedals but again only use my favourites. Some are cheap, others expensive but it's kind of dead money sitting there. Even for guitar use, it's usually just a fuzz, vibe, delay and that's about it - cliché Hendrix but I like it.

     

    It's giving me an extra layer of thought - almost moving instantly from "Looks fun to I want it" to "Yeah, but I'll probably sell it within a year"

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    2025 Gear Abstinence Thread

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    Yesterday I discovered that my family have clubbed together to get me a Line 6 HX Stomp for my birthday, which is in a few weeks.

    I have wanted one for some time. It wasn't solicited, but they did know I want one. It's been in my Amazon wishlist for about 3 years! 

     

    Is that a fail?

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    The Gear Page forum has been acquired!!

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    https://www.thegearpage.net/board/index.php?threads/exciting-news-verticalscope-acquires-thegearpage-net-meet-your-new-community-management-team.2636211/

     

    You'll need an account so this is the message:

     

    "Hello everyone!


    We’re thrilled to announce that TheGearPage has officially joined the VerticalScope family! On behalf of the entire Community Management team, we’d like to extend a warm welcome to all of you. We’re here to support the ongoing operation and growth of TheGearPage, and we want to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and share what you can expect moving forward.

    Who Are We?
    VerticalScope is a network of vibrant online communities, and our community management team is dedicated to making the work of forum moderators and administrators easier and more effective.

    What Do We Do?
    Community is at the heart of everything we do. Our top priorities are continuity, stability, and providing the resources needed to help TheGearPage thrive for many years to come. We’ll work alongside volunteer moderators and administrators to enhance member engagement, increase reach, attract new members, and continuously improve the overall community experience.

    What Will Change?
    From a cultural perspective, very little will change. You may see our Terms of Service and Privacy Policies being implemented, but they’re aligned with what you’re already familiar with. On the technical side, you can expect some ad changes, along with software updates and improvements to the site over the coming months, aimed at enhancing performance. You’ll also gain access to additional resources, including community management support for forum-related technical issues. Rest assured, our focus remains on community, and we’re here to make sure the platform remains stable, well-maintained, and ready to meet the needs of its members.

    If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out!

    We’re excited to work alongside the members, moderators, and administrators of this community and are genuinely happy to be a part of this journey with you.

    Warm regards,
    The VerticalScope Community Team"

     

    Apparently they also own many others including: TDPRI, SevenString, Rig-Talk, Gretsch-Talk, and Squier-Talk.

     

    It seems that many members are not happy...

     

     

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