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A bass is either good or it isn't. Only you can decide, and it's got nothing to do with its country of origin.

Maybe so, but consider that we've got more to learn too. In 1951, the electric bass just appeared on the scene in a commercially successful form. A "brand new" instrument. Slap bass as we understand it hadn't been invented (or at least formalised) - Leo thought everyone would play with their thumbs. Early innovators in technique probably just experimented and happened upon something pleasing sounding. And music theory hadn't changed, I'm sure the same dry books we get today on the subject were available in 1951 So there was less to learn back then, because it hadn't been "invented" yet.

I for one have used the miniature Hercules ones (not the Travlite but the other one - GS402 or something) for many years, onstage and in rehearsals without incident, and as for weird shaped basses I have put my RD Artist on one before with a bit of adjusting the bottom bits.

It's all opinion to me.

[quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1390314369' post='2343908'] I`d go with the Gotoh as it is more in keeping with the original Fender bridge. [/quote] Shockeroonie!

[quote name='GreeneKing' timestamp='1390303759' post='2343701'] Looking very nice Matt. How do you rate it alongside the Jack Casady, more versatile? Peter [/quote] I'll have to do a side by side comparison and get back to you!

I look at it the completely opposite way - there's much fun in trying different basses, because apart from a few cosmetic (don't like chrome control plates) and ergonomic (don't like skinny necks) restrictions on my choices, I'm of the opinion that all basses sound like ... me playing a bass. I take a different bass to every rehearsal and gig and I really don't care as long as it sounds good to me and I can hear myself when I play with the band. I am the antithesis of the "you only need 1 bass" school of thought - I'll defend to the death your right to think that way though

[quote name='Truckstop' timestamp='1390300008' post='2343643'] It's part of a musicians rite of passage to buy sh*tty instruments and lose money on them. I think everyone on here has made some poor decisions and bought some right dogs whether from a shop, eBay or even on BC! It's taken me a long time to figure out what it is that I like in an instrument; tone wise and construction wise. Along the way I've lost loads of money on dogs and replacement parts. I can safely say I will never buy a bad instrument ever again because I know what to look for. You just need to dive in and get started. Buy something you like the look of and find out! Truckstop [/quote] Bought at least 35. Kept 11.

Sorry for the pics, they're phone pics and the light wasn't fantastic.

[quote name='sixdegrees' timestamp='1390266847' post='2343487'] Is it me, or does the hardness of a coat of lacquer add a bit of 'zing' to the tone? [/quote] It's you. Possibly others.

There's a J pickup back there? I thought it was a shadow cast by the bridge!

I've sold over twice the number I've kept. Take from that what you will Have to say though that the ones I've coveted the most and finally acquired (Gibson Victory Artist, Gibson RD Artist) have been amazing, so I guess I've been quite lucky.

No dilemmas, no mercy, no sentimentality. Almost There are probably two basses which I would only sell if it meant the roof over our heads, one was a loving restoration of a poor basket case, and one my wife bought me. But I sold my first bass and I've just sold the bass I've done the most gigs with. It's just stuff. Some stay for a while, some are in and out within months. I love the variety of trying new basses and I like having a collection to choose from. I generally use a different bass for every rehearsal and every gig. I don't really get bothered about specific tones apart from I'm much more humbucker than single coil. The only reason I'd downsize is financial. I naturally hover around the 10 mark because my bass cupboard holds 10, but If space was an issue at home I'd stash some at work.

Unlacquered maple board anyone?

Another vote for The Jetsonics - I had the pleasure of meeting the lads when they came up to deepest, darkest Aberdeenshire and put on a fine show.

[quote name='davidpike' timestamp='1389965582' post='2340046'] Hi All, Apologies if this type of post has been created before - please point me at the original if it has. I am looking to buy a new bass, and I have very specific requirements. The problem I have is that I have very few shops within easy reach and those that are never seem to have the instrument I want in stock. Searching on the web, the bass I want is in stock at GAK, Thomann and others. However, I am wary of ordering a bass online that I haven't actually played. I am a pretty experienced bass owner and feel confident that I can set up any well-built bass to my satisfaction, unless they ship a complete lemon. Does anyone have any comments, good or bad about ordering a bass online? Just as important, how do these companies react if the bass turns up and it [u][b]is[/b][/u] a lemon? Cheers Dave [/quote] I returned two sub standard basses which I had bought online to PMT in Birmingham. No quibbles. When the replacement also had issues, I was refunded without problem. Even if they aren't faulty and you just don't fancy them, firms are obligated to honour the Distance Selling regulations. You might have to pay return postage, but how much would it cost you to travel to the retailer only to find you didn't like it? It doesn't matter, trying stuff at distance costs money whether you do it in person or remotely. Just remember to keep all the packaging until you know you're happy with your purchase.

I'm not signing this. The parties directly involved need to get down to some proper dialogue and compromise instead of the polarised, defensive nonsense that has gone on so far, of which this petition is part.

You probably don't need a new/better bass, but if you want it, providing it doesn't impinge upon the maintenance of the roof over your head or the regularity of your meals then go for it. If it's street cred you're after then don't buy a Gibson bass - you'll be met with a mix of disbelief, confusion and ridicule in about equal quantities A Gibson SG will feel kinda familiar to you and I guess the addition of the bridge pickup will give you some variety, but for a complete change of sound it's probably best to go in a different direction. Fender Mustang will be completely different to the EB-0 but equally limited with the single pickup (but that sound might be exactly what you're looking for). If you think you could stretch to 32" scale then there's the Squier VM Telecaster Bass Special, which has a Wide Range humbucker at the neck and a Jazz pickup at the bridge. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkcmO1DunDU[/media] Just some ideas.

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I enjoyed that, it's got a definite pace about it, it's travelling, it's agile and it's crisp. I think it's well mixed, vocals are clear and prominent, but no elements are overpowering. It's got that weird feeling of space and at the same time being ballsy and substantial. Bass tone has an enjoyable bit of grit in it when the song requires it. I don't have anything to gripe about in 3 listens. Nicely played, everyone involved.

I enjoyed that little clip. It's hard to talk about something which is intended to be in the background of some visuals in the same way as one discusses foreground music, so I'd rather tell you what I imagined was going on in the accompanying film. I either thought of someone trying to remember something/someone at the beginning, then they find what they're looking for in the calmer next bit, then something bad happens to them when the pace quickens again. Either that or a safe cracker or someone disarming a bomb. Concentrating, moment of slo-mo where they turn the dial/cut the wire, pace quickens as they think they've messed it up, then it's OK. Musically speaking, it's probably good for running underneath some accompanying visuals - atmospheric without being overly attention seeking, changes mood with what I guess to be scene changes or story twist/turn.

I'm sure I've said this before (like the last time there was this bellyaching) - if you want a bass with no pickguard, then buy one which was designed not to have a pickguard

[quote name='Lowender' timestamp='1383353254' post='2263636'] What did you think you'd never like, later to find it suited you well? [/quote] Goat cheese

I tried D'addario half rounds and I also found them rather sticky when sliding. I am unlikely to try them again on the basis of that experience.

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