LukeFRC

Interesting thread - I've been thinking going from 4 basses currently down to two - just cos I don't need that many! The one I wouldn't ever sell - my 1991 streamer stage one. Was a bit of a dog and tried to sell it quite a bit back in the past. But Bartolini pickups, an ACG preamp and a Alpher bass fret job transformed it! [quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1461845947' post='3038122'] I can't categorically say "never" but the last to go would be my Veillette Citron. Everybody who's ever tried it has been impressed by it, great weight, balance and tone and most people have never heard of them. [url="http://s1167.photobucket.com/user/FairfaxAikman/media/Veillette%20Citron%20Basses/d587bdc5-d975-47ad-860e-427f70d739a0_zpsionfvvlg.jpg.html"][/url] I foolishly sold the fretless I had, really regret this even though I don't play fretless.. [/quote] that looks ace - and I remember you saying that ACG you've got was on your "keeper" pile too! [quote name='gafbass02' timestamp='1461913034' post='3038612'] My 1990 MiJ '62 reissue jazz bass, had it since about '94 and despite owning around 160 other basses in that time, it's always been my go to. Over the years it's had a graphite neck, east preamp, stickers, pearl pickguard, etc etc But it's current version is my favourite; maple block neck with stripes and wizard GAFfer pickups; it's earned its scars well [url="http://s34.photobucket.com/user/gafbass02/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_2.jpeg.html"][/url] [/quote] Triggers broom/bass!

[quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1461663676' post='3036487'] Regarding the earliest amps being made with germanium transistors, I think the Burns Orbit was though I don't know about the others. The inconsistency of germanium transistors must have been a real issue with those - I've played around with them in fuzz boxes and you have to test the gain and leakage of each individual transistor as they're all different! As a slight aside I was reading about Walter Woods amps yesterday, which would appear to be the first use of class-D and SMPS in musical instrument amps. I find it interesting that those are still revered for their sound today even though the technology was in its infancy at the time. [/quote] and the price they go for is staggering! [quote name='Chienmortbb' timestamp='1461691535' post='3036861'] ICEPower, Pascal, Hypex and Anaview/Abletech as well as some of the Chinese Manufacturers, Connex and[b] BoHoYo[/b] make really good modules. Reading the Connex application notes really gives a good insight into the issues associated with Class D. [/quote] what a great company name!

[quote name='Gibbo9876' timestamp='1460761549' post='3028648'] Hey everyone, I was just wondering what people thought of bitsa basses. I have a couple and l love modifying them every once in a while. Mine are below. Would they be able to sell? or are they just a personal thing. Also wondering if anyone has a cool idea that I could have a go at? [/quote] I've wanted to make a bitsa that looked like a Fender jaguar but wasn't like the stock one - what have you modified to yours?

[quote name='Bill Fitzmaurice' timestamp='1460561245' post='3026837'] We are visually oriented creatures, so looks are paramount, with anything and everything. Years ago when I was in the ski business Nordica introduced a line of ski boots that fit great, but were butt ugly, so even the very few who were convinced to try them on didn't buy them. The following year the exact same boots were reintroduced with a different name, and appealing graphics. It became the #1 best seller, not just within the Nordica line, but of every line. [/quote] did the career go ski boots - alpine horns - other horns - horn loaded speaker cabs ?

One of the coolest basses about there. Ild want it! Seriously though it's prob not worth selling. USA stingrays seem to be about £600 secondhand now and that will be worth "more" even if it's not as good... I love the bass though!

[quote name='Lysdexia' timestamp='1459971952' post='3021460'] I had a Warwick Streamer LX with the H/S pup configuration - and loved it - but couldn't get on with how it slapped. Or how it hung on me when standing. And I didn't like the oily finish thing or much like the colour of the fretboard and was never a fan of the spade-like headstock. The pup placement/height was also about perfect for finger style play. I've had any number of Fender Jazz basses ('75 reissue necks being my favourites) and loved how they slapped, but was often niggled by a constant search for a fuller. richer tone. Aesthetically they are hugely appealing to me - unless they have a rosewood board with dots, then they are one the verge of m***erdom. An Aerodyne I had for a short time was the perfect weight, but sounded like a Jazz after someone let the tyres down. I want a bass that marries the best of things I like from above. Light, rich in tone with H/S (or H/H and coil splits) that plays and slaps like a Jazz and looks amazing. Maybe something like a Clover Apeiron or a Status Graphite Jazz bass - are there others I don't know of that would deliver what I need? [/quote] I've been intreged by them clover basses the hybrid pickup is a genius idea - don't see many around though

[quote name='OutSpoon' timestamp='1460313114' post='3024592'] thanks man. It's a really incredible instrument. I had to sell a few to get it - but I can only play one at once! [/quote] a video of you doing just that would be nice! would love to hear it

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1460223949' post='3023868'] Of course you are quite right. That will teach me guess the exchange rate! [/quote] anyway. I think the OP has one of the most beautiful basses I've seen in a long while, and it's kinda sad that even secondhand it would possibly be out my price reach unless I sold everything to buy one. But man does it look good

Not played a "current warwick" so maybe they are superior in just about every aspect. (except price) In 1992 or so they moved factories and stopped using solid brass hardware - everything from then on (till about 2012) was when they ramped up production and from what I understand was varying and differing quality as instruments. But even the earlier ones... are often fantastic basses and they're going to have a certain appeal - but I'm not sure there's a widespread desire for the "sound" of a Warwick, nor the celebrity endorsements that mean people will want to sound like them. I've probably got the first 'custom' thumb ever made - but I doubt it's going to be worth silly amounts ever. What the plus is is that I've got two awesomely great instruments that would have cost me many many times more if I was looking for similar quality in another make. My streamer is "the one" for me.

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1460217460' post='3023758'] I'm no academic, but that's a fair old mark up even taking into account the VAT and import charge! [/quote] doing the maths... it's about £100 more than the $$ price someone's listed on the thread, with 20% vat and 2% duty... not stupid amount more, and you'll be covered by EU distance selling regs...

also available through Thomann randomly http://www.thomann.de/gb/fodera_monarch_standard_classic_mn_rd.htm

[quote name='AndyTravis' timestamp='1460207556' post='3023641'] Wow. That's borderline affordable. Don't know if I could sacrifice my entire collection though - even though I'm sure it's more than worth it. [/quote] +20% +3% remember! that bass does look AMAZING!

[quote name='Bobthedog' timestamp='1459896814' post='3020746'] Nope, 'tis a custom made by Eminence. There is a you tube video visit to the shop which talks about it and Alex confirmed to me when I ordered by Big Twin ll yesterday. [/quote] I stand corrected! Nice can you are getting there too

If I were guessing I would have thought barefaced used a custom made by faital - that's just a guess though based on the driver name having similar system and the fact the horn is a faital by the look

Make sure you show off lovely photos on here once you've got it 😀

vintage MIJ Yamaha - you would have spend two or three times the price they sell for to get similar quality of another maker. Why they go for so little is a mystery to me.

[quote name='OutSpoon' timestamp='1458763358' post='3010693'] Does me paying 25% import duty and tax mean that the customs team get great healthcare too? [/quote]no in the uk it helps mean we all get great and free healthcare