Evil Undead

Chuned. Haha EDIT: how can you tell it's hot?

Whereabouts are you? Can come and have a go on my shorties if you're near enough.

I was really enjoying that, until he started slapping.

[quote name='Oopsdabassist' timestamp='1400237096' post='2452103'] and beyond eh?, entertaining the probes on Mars maybe? [/quote] Damn, you beat me to it.

[quote name='EMG456' timestamp='1399371886' post='2443458'] Just reading up on your other thread - best of luck with it all. I always think that you have more connection with the instruments than the amplification so I guess I would sell the big rig and the practise amp, which you say sounds just "ok" and buy a small combo which sounds really good. My only direct experience is with my own Phil Jones Bass Briefcase amp. It's the first practise amp I ever found that actually sounds exactly like a really good big rig - only smaller and quieter. They now do even smaller ones as well and they come up secondhand occasionally. It's always sitting ready to go in the room and is loud enough for acoustic type gigs. Re the basses, do you know exactly why the heavier bass is more difficult to play? Is it neck shape, action, neck placement, pickup positions, body shape, balance? If its just needs a really good setup, it may be worth having that done by a trusted luthier. Also, don't be scared to move down string gauges - the commonly held belief that lighter strings somehow don't have as good a sound as heavier is a complete red herring - in many ways they can actually sound fuller and more dynamic, all with the added benefit of encouraging a lighter touch generally and easier fretting. Cheers Ed [/quote] Hey Ed I've heard of the Phil Jones briefcases, but never had chance to try one. I should look into that as they seem to get great reviews. My practice amp is only an 8" and it sounds a bit... woody I think is the best explanation. I really like 10's so I'd love to find a 10" combo with a versatile sound. Been looking for an Ibanez Promethean combo but someone always beats me to the ones that come up for sale here Bass-wise. I think it's the action - I know this is going to sound utterly ridiculous because the action is way under 2mm at 12th fret, and the relief is fine, but my hands are pretty weak and I think even this is too high. Strings are 40-95 which I think are ok - they're bordering on being a bit "flubbery" so I don't know if I'd want to go lighter than that. The neck shape is a jazz width but a fairly hefty profile. Feels pretty comfortable in that respect, and it's got J pickups which is fine. Balances well, weight isn't heavy by any means, so it must be the action. My other (much cheaper) bass has an action that's barely above 1mm and that's great for me. But it doesn't sound quite as good.

That's a very nice looking P bass, and the jazz is stunning too.

As some of you will know, it's probably going to be some time before I start playing out again. Because of this, I'm debating whether or not I really need all of my gear. But I just can't decide. I don't need everything that's for sure, and the money could definitely come in useful. I've got two basses, both short scale, both very different. One is heavier and has the most amazing tone, but I find it kinda hard work to play - were my hands and wrists not screwed it would be a total breeze (I bought it because it was so easy but things have progressed a bit since). The other is so easy to play and also a good 1lb lighter than the other. But... although it does sound kinda good, it doesn't have quite the tonal personality or versatility of the other. And then there's the amps. One practice amp, only 15W 1x8 - sounds ok, kinda heavy but certainly very useable. And a head/cab setup, light, sounds great, but a pain in the ass to set up whenever I want to play. I'd leave it set up but one of the pets would be chomping on the cables. Would also net the most cash. I've thought that I should keep one bass, and sell off the amps and get a nice 1x10 combo for home use. I'm happy with a combo, less to set up and less opportunities for chewy animals! What would you do in my situation?

Wasn't your performance that was the issue mate! Sounds like you handled it well. Things happen! On to the next gig

OH MY GOD YOU'RE INVISIBLE!!!!! But on a serious note, I really hope everything gets sorted for you quickly and gets you back to normal.

Thanks guys seems weird to say this but I'm looking forward to the surgery - not so much that itself but having things resolved will be great

jacks, sorry for not replying, I've just seen your post. Update for anyone interested. I've seen the consultant, confirmed carpal tunnel syndrome in both wrists and ulnar nerve entrapment in both arms also - got to have a nerve conduction study to find out where the compression is occurring on that nerve. Definitely needing surgery to correct the whole lot. Oh balls.

There's another charity doing the same, so I've heard. I'm trying to find out more details.

[quote name='the boy' timestamp='1398809575' post='2437949'] I'm guessing on the strap it's ok but on the knee it would be a pain in the ass. [/quote] Bingo

[quote name='icastle' timestamp='1398643214' post='2436199'] Various Aria SB's for about 5 years and then moved over to Ibanez about 20 years ago and haven't found a reason to move. [/quote] Ibanez do make some good stuff

If I'm buying abroad I allow 25% on top of cost including shipping. Saves any nasty surprises.

[quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1398626307' post='2435968'] I can't read the kanji, but the specs table states 'SCALE: 373.5mm'. That is actually the distance from nut to 12th fret, so scale length would be roughly double that at 747mm, or 29.41in. Looks tasty in white/tort/rosewood: [/quote] Hell yes it does

[quote name='icastle' timestamp='1398632138' post='2436075'] I bought a Precision when I first starting playing seriously but moved over to Japanese instruments within five years and have pretty much stayed there ever since. I did compromise a few years ago and bought a JB as a placatory instrument, for those who insist I 'have to use a Fender', but do find it a rather uncomfortable thing to play. [/quote] What sort of Japanese instruments?