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I like that a lot. And I really like it when pickups are spaced properly to give more variation in sound.
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Seymours. Antiquity for vintage, Quarter Pounders for more modern chunkiness. -
[quote name='jimbartlett' timestamp='1454593996' post='2971156'] Beautiful! Are you interested in any of my sale items? MESA cabs, MESA 400+, Epi Explorer Bass or Gibson RD 1977 [/quote] I couldn't have lifted a 400+ even when I was 20! The only trade I would be interested in would be a Marshall JCM800 2203X reissue. Nothing else will do. (Unless anyone wants to do a straight swap for a Fodera, obviously ) -
I've just seen that Thomann have the newer non-Fender shape model at about £805, but without the matching headstock (£130 option), the ebony board (£145 option) and block inlays (£175 option), being about £1250 in total. (Option figures from Bass Direct site) That being said - price drop to £700 collected as I've spotted something shiny....
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Stunning basses. I've had a TM5 and I'm selling a TT4 passive as I'm only playing 5 strings now. The Sandberg neck is far nicer to me - it's slim like a jazz but the fretboard radius is 14 inches, much flatter than a Fender. The neck only has a satin oil finish and is really fast. My TT4 has a far lower action than any Fender I've ever played Also recent build models come with Sandberg's own lightweight tuners so there isn't any neck dive. The TT4 passive sounds like a good jazz should, but with modern touches like the flatter board, 22 frets etc. The active ones have a sensible 2 band EQ that doesn't get silly. I suppose the only issue is that if you want something specific, like an ebony board, or block markers, matched headstock etc - those are optional extras, so you either have to make a specific order and wait about 8 months (or 18 months if you want a heavy relic) or hope you find a dealer with the exact spec you really want. Although I'm offloading my 4 string basses, if I ever wanted another P or J type I'd buy another Sandberg. Fender wouldn't get my money.
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You nutter! These basses are amazing. I love mine. -
The new L6 Helix is awesome. Good bass models on it too. Not cheap though.
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Where in the hand exactly is the pain? It makes a real difference to treatment. I get pain which is actually referred from an ulnar canal issue and I have proper exercises from a physio that really help.
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John Entwistle or Chris Squire, who do you prefer and why?
fretmeister replied to The-Ox's topic in General Discussion
Both. If you like them. Neither if you don't. -
[quote name='Rubbersoul' timestamp='1454120282' post='2966745'] A bass is not cool. The person playing it is or is not cool. Cool does not describe inanimate objects. [/quote] Ah yes. Language is unchanging. When you drink and need transport do you still arrange to be conveyed by a taximetered cabriolet?
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Bass with Neck LEDs being played by a hot woman in a silver cat suit, while wearing a fez. Nothing else is cool.
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*On HOLD ** Demeter amp VTBP-M-800D. PRICE DROP £750
fretmeister replied to fretmeister's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
Price drop to £750.00 collected. Added a trade option too. -
The great off-load of my 4 string basses begins. For sale is my Sandberg California TT4 [b]passive[/b]. Alder body, maple neck, new Sandberg lightweight tuners. Vol / Bal / Tone. It is in high gloss white, with optional extras ebony board block inlays pearl scratchplate matched headstock colour. Using the good old "me and bass on the bathroom scales" approach to weighing it is about 8.8lb It is currently strung with quite new GHS Pressurewound strings and is in very good condition. I can't spot any dings. Comes with the Sandberg padded gig bag, which I've never really used as I transport everything in my Mono. It's a lovely bass with a great Jazz sound and I'm selling because I always take a 5 string if I'm playing anywhere. Collection only from Northants, just off Junction 16 on the M1 I have recently had surgery to repair 2 massive hernias so at present I cannot drive or meet half-way anywhere. So it is collection only I'm afraid. Looking for about £750.00 ono. Cash on collection only. At the risk of upsetting this wonderful community of bassists - the only trade I would consider is for a Marshall JCM800 2203X Reissue! (Must be the reissue as it has an FX loop worth having). More photos to follow. EDIT: As I've been asked - fretboard radius is a pretty flat / modern 14 inches. And very comfy it is too. EDIT - more photos ta
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I shall give that a try. Always looking for new music
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Strap and strap lock for Stingray suggestions?
fretmeister replied to AinsleyWalker's topic in Accessories and Misc
Neotech Mega Bass strap. Brilliant for a bad back. Amazon have them, as does Bass Gear. -
Change the pickup and have a PJ! Gregor will get a new 'plate for you. I have a high gloss white TT4 with the ebony board, amazing bass. -
[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1454162816' post='2967094'] OK then..I'll take them if you don't want them... Not a sellers market at the moment so unless you really need the cash I'd be inclined to hold on to them for a while.. [/quote] There is that. Used prices are awful at the moment.
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[quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1454166923' post='2967155'] This. I have owned a 5-er for over 2 years but only had 1 gig where the 5 was the clear choice. [/quote] I usually get piano scores - almost everything goes lower than E, and sometimes playing the octave ruins the feel of that part of the piece.
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I have four 4 string basses and I like playing them, but I'd never go out without a 5 string, especially if I don't know what I'm going to be playing until I get there. I can't help thinking they are just sitting there wasting space most of the time. Any of you 5 stringers get rid of your 4 strings completely?
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Status Streamline Aria travel bass
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[quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1454112629' post='2966690'] The BB-1X looks better than it sounds unfortunately! [/quote] Agreed. It's not great. Certainly not going to bump a B3K off a board.
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I was wondering this too. I have the B7K and the VMTD but I've never tried them straight into the FX Return or into a PA. I'll have to try it- a little pedal into a modern tiny power amp might be the lightest way to travel.
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I don't see the point of starting on a 4 if you intend to move to 5. That's likely to be more confusing. It's as weird as starting on a tenor sax when you intend to move to an alto. In fact it's more weird as a 5 will do everything a 4 can, rather than the limits of the woodwind range. Get the one you intend to keep going with.
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2 X VANDERKLEY EXT112 OR BERG CN212????
fretmeister replied to fatwull's topic in General Discussion
Bergs. I use a pair of CN112 and I love them. -
[quote name='deepbass5' timestamp='1454083655' post='2966325'] Can't imagine turning up at an orchestra rehearsal with an electric bass and amp - I think most would frown when you walked in door [/quote] It's an educational trust youth orchestra. Lots of people, lots of different ensembles, and lots of room changes. Big band tunes, film scores, re-arranged chart music. Great fun!
