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New Set of Rotos and Six Hour Rush Marathon...
TRBboy replied to D.I. Joe's topic in General Discussion
I think my favourites are probably the D'addario Prosteels, but they don't do them in the gauge I like now! -
New Set of Rotos and Six Hour Rush Marathon...
TRBboy replied to D.I. Joe's topic in General Discussion
I'm using Rotos at the moment, but I don't really find the feel much different to any other S/S Roundwound string. In the late 90's when I used Elites, I thought that they felt pretty rough though! -
Hoping my custom spec Sandberg Ken Taylor 5 turns up by then!
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Ben just bought my nodded Yamaha RBX270. Great communication, paid very swiftly, and seems a thoroughly nice bloke! Buy/sell from/to this man with confidence! Thanks again Ben for a smooth, easy transaction! Oli
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+1, never played a bad yamaha! If you can stretch to it (or pick a used one up for about £100 - £120), the RBX270 is quite a bit better for not much more dosh: Solid Alder body, better pickups, better tuners.
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If you love it and don't desperately need the cash, hang on to it. At least you know it's always going to be worth something to sell if you need to. A lot of people seem to waste a lot more money than that on much more frivolous things!
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Mmmmm..... It's difficult because I generally prefer a nice, un-effected bass sound, but I think "ooh, maybe that song would sound good with a little chorus/octave/envelope filter/wah, etc, etc. For some reason I've convinced myself that I should have some synth effects to hand too (although at present I've no idea what for!). I currently run a Boss LMB-3 clone into my MXR M-80 into a Boss ODB-3 (for the rare occasion I need some overdrive), and I get a great sound. Just a bit concerned I'll buy the Zoom, have fun for a week or so and then never use it again......
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Aaaarrrrgggghhh! I've been talking myself in and out of buying one all week! Decisions, decisions....... Are they pretty easy to use then?
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Can't see that you're going to change their outlook as well as their gear, so I think you'd got two choices: 1) stay, try to ignore their attitude and buy some good earplugs! 2) Leave (make sure you tell them why!) I think it's only worth staying if you REALLy like the music.
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[quote name='bennyboy1234' timestamp='1353703911' post='1877759'] cheers for the info oli. yep i'll buy it please. do you want to private message me the details, payment etc [/quote] PM'd!
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[quote name='bennyboy1234' timestamp='1353702032' post='1877738'] each time you restring do you have to adjust intonation and string height or only when its a different manufacturer of strings? sorry for my ignorance [/quote] You usually only really need to tweak the intonation when changing to a different gauge of strings, and even then it's only a little tweak (unless you're going extremely heavy or light!). Truss rods sometimes need an occasional adjustment due to seasonal changes, but again take it to someone experienced and then learn how to do it yourself. We all knew nothing when we started bass, but you just have to learn these things as you go along really. Basschat is a great knowledge pool, and there's always people around to answer any questions you have about technical issues. Hope this helps!
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The strings are fine, there's a good bit of life left in them yet, but I wouldn't like to guarantee that they'll last 6-12 months! A brand new set wouldn't last me that long, but it depends on personal taste really. Some people don't change strings for years! Obviously I'm giving a spare set of strings with the bass, but if you don't want to try changing them, your local music shop should be able to re-string it for a small charge, or there may even be a friendly Basschatter nearby who can help you out and show you how to do it for next time.
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[quote name='bennyboy1234' timestamp='1353685432' post='1877473'] hi mate, i'm completely new to bass and thought about buying the stock rbx270j for my first bass but just saw this. i'm imterested in funk, pop, rock but probably not metal. is the new pickups more geared towards metal or can i still play what i'm interested in? cheers ben [/quote] Hi Ben, The Dimarzio pickups are great, and suitable for any style. I've used them for everything from classic soul and Motown through to hard rock and it has sounded great on all occasions. They're just good all round pickups really, and certainly a big improvement on the stock ones. Let me know if you have any other questions. Oli.
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Bump!
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Just dropped a few coins in the pot...... I've been meaning to do it for a while TBH! Hope you raise enough quickly, BC rules!
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Greg just bought my EHX Mini Q-Tron. Very swift payment, great communication, and seems like a thoroughly nice bloke! Buy/sell from/to with confidence. Thanks again Greg!
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Still available, BUMP!
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+1 to checking the intonation. The description of sharp and flat at the same time suggests to me that the intonation could be a mile out.
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Would definitely be good to see someone stocking a good range of Sandberg basses!
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[quote name='Rayman' timestamp='1353162478' post='1872274'] Very tempted, I'll get my daughter to have a look. [/quote] Cool, let me know what she thinks or if you have any more questions.
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[quote name='Rayman' timestamp='1353059679' post='1870994'] Hi mate, is the bass light weight? I'm thinking of my 11 yo daughter playing it? [/quote] Just put it on my (crap) bathroom scales, and I make it about 7.5 - 8lb.
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[quote name='Rayman' timestamp='1353059679' post='1870994'] Hi mate, is the bass light weight? I'm thinking of my 11 yo daughter playing it? [/quote] Hi there, Yes, it's very light but doesn't feel flimsy if you know what I mean. I haven't put it on the scales but I can do if you like.
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*SOLD* EHX Mini Q-Tron - immaculate condition with original wooden box
TRBboy replied to TRBboy's topic in Effects For Sale
SOLD! -
Now offering UK mainland courier delivery for £10!
