TRBboy

[quote name='paulieaudiobloom' timestamp='1383602875' post='2266570'] Ahhh found it! Quite hidden aren't they?! Do you know where I can date it? I looked onthe Sandberg site but couldn't find anything... Cheers :-) [/quote] You'll have to either send them an email (try [email protected]) or send a message via their Facebook page.

[quote name='paulieaudiobloom' timestamp='1383573630' post='2265980'] Does anyone know where I can find the serial number on my Sandy california? Cheers. [/quote] Hey man, it should be stamped on the back of the headstock (indented in Wood, no ink), although they can sometimes be pretty tough to read and involve a bit of tilting in the light and squinting!

[quote name='GrammeFriday' timestamp='1382818641' post='2257002'] Hey, TRBboy! Just catching up with this thread and was looking at your post of 5th September, and thinking 'great specs, but wrong choice of hardware - black would be much nicer with the cherryburst' - and then reading on and lo and behold you went with the black! Excellent choice! This bass is going to be a thing of beauty and wonder. Please show pics when it arrives! [/quote] Thanks man, it should be a cracker! The wait is killing me though I'll be sure to post pics when it arrives. Love your fretless, very nice indeed. I think the matt finish looks good on these, plus it kinda sets them apart from other Fender-a-likes.

I've used alcohol wipes (and a pick if it's really gunky!) before, because the alcohol flashes straight off and doesn't get into the wood. Avoid getting it too wet if you do use a cloth because it'll get into the gain of the wood and raise it slighty, and may cause problems where the frets are seated. Just use a slightly damp cloth if you want to go this route, preferably a micro fibre one. The reason you should NEVER use lemon oil on a lacquered maple board, is that the oil inevitably gets under the lacquer eventually (again, where the frets are seated and any other cracks or breaks in the finish), and will cause it to start lifting and coming away from the wood. This quickly becomes a slippery slope.....

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1381837941' post='2244323'] My, my. Pretty bass in your Avatar. What is that? Is that a Ken Taylor? Got any close ups? [/quote] I put a few pics on the BC Facebook page before (3 altogether): https://m.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151195889451045&id=594761044&set=o.278029458876065&source=46&refid=17

Thanks, yeah it's the Basic Ken Taylor 5 I had built last year. I love it! The ebony fretboard is lovely, I wanted to keep it black/white, and not risk a lightish piece of rosewood spoiling it! Haven't got any pics here at work, but there's some more on the Sandberg Love thread in gear porn I think.

AFAIK, all of the Glockenklang preamps (including the Sandberg preamps) now have the passive tone control, with the exception of the stacked pot versions that Glockenklang do.

Sell the Clover to me for £50

Anything is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. I think used prices have gone up a little recently, but there's still plenty of bargains about. The way that be prices have gone up has shocked me though, especially Fender prices and suchlike. The fact that you can easily buy a handbuilt, custom spec bass for less than an off-the-peg US Fender is crazy in my opinion! Don't see why people are still buying them tbh, but I guess as long as it says Fender on the headstock, people will part with however much they have to....

Love it! Looks so much better with the maple board, the standard 50x basses look a bit boring to me. Personally, I've always struggled with the low B on ibanez Soundgears, but I reckon after you've lived with it a bit it'll be just fine. Your technique will probably just have to change a little, resulting in you playing the B a little more gently than you're used to. I bet it feels easier to play than your Grind though! I changed to 34" 5ers because although the B is great on a 35", I didn't like the increased tension in the other strings, and the extra length. Anyways, enjoy! I hope it brings you much pleasure.

Love this video, I have to watch it on a regular basis! Such inspirational playing! I only just found out today that Sharay released his first solo bass album a few weeks ago, need to get it. Had a quick listen to the samples, and it seems pretty eclectic with some gratuitous grooving! If you like sharay, check out his (and others) playing on some of the New Direction, Joshua Troop, and Chicago Mass Choir stuff. Personally New Direction's "Destiny" album is one my favorite albums ever, seriously good musicianship and vocals! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NUynLf06mo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfuhrO2osv4

A 34" scale doesn't necessarily mean a slack B, but it can do. The bass needs to be well designed for a 34" 5er to work well imho. Of course, on the flipside, although a 35" scale 5er will have no issues with a sloppy B, the neck does feel that bit longer, and all of the other strings are under increased tension too which can make it feel like "harder work". This is precisely why I don't like 35" basses any more. Personally, I would expect that the BG250 would be ample for your needs (and probably better than the Marshall), although maybe it's worth ringing somewhere that stocks them and asking their opinion?

Personally, in your position I'd go for either a TRBX505 or an Ibanez SR505/605 (prefer the 605 myself!), and probably one of the TC Electronic BG250 combos (whichever speaker choice you prefer. I'd probably go for the 12"). It's all down to personal preference and what suits you best though, so you really need to get out there and try as much stuff as you can, if at all possible.

Congrats, nice bass for not much cash! I think .045"-.130" is about the popular gauge for 5ers, but personally I prefer to go a bit lighter ( usually .040-.125"). It really all depends on the bass and your playing style though, you'll only find out what works best for you through trial and error.

[quote name='vmaxblues' timestamp='1380990894' post='2233190'] I live in Hereford too! [/quote] Wahey! Coming to the Bowling Green? Are you in a band?

[quote name='plumbob' timestamp='1380901498' post='2232215'] Were down at the Golden Cross Sutton St Nicholas tonight if your at a loose end ! [b]The Funkatronic Love Commandos[/b] [/quote] Ah, sorry man, not gonna be able to get down there tonight! Recognise the band name though, think I saw you on the board at The Plough a while ago when we were playing there. Must try to catch you guys sometime! We're playing at The Bowling Green tmrw night (recently refurbished and re-opened if anyone's around!

[quote name='Dandelion' timestamp='1380809927' post='2230907'] I like that.. Please send it my way, via prime_BASS, just like that other one. [/quote] Not a chance Pal!

I tried a few different ones, but my favourites were Dimarzio Ultra Jazz. Really gutsy and powerful and well defined across the tonal spectrum. They're basically side by side split coils too so absolutely silent, no hum whatsoever.

[quote name='Prime_BASS' timestamp='1380790449' post='2230488'] Did you go for a maple headstock in the end? [/quote] Yes! We came to an agreement about it...... I've upgraded to a swamp ash body, and 3-band eq too.

Awesome, good work! Makes me want to get the tools out!

[quote name='Karnage' timestamp='1380715624' post='2229350'] Looks like good motivation to me! A lot more inspiring than that bland view usually seen. [/quote] Yeah, that's what figured! Trouble is, I just keep zoning out watching the seconds count down......

Cheers guys, will check those options out!