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[quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1390700527' post='2348496'] I have owned a Tribute L2000 and the pots wore out in no time and had to be replaced. [/quote] For balance's sake, I'd like to point out that the only pot I've ever had fail on me in a G&L was in a USA made El Toro. It was broken when I got the bass. Bust track so magic spray didn't help. Of course it was the tricky to find 1MOhm reverse log pot. Both my Tribute L-2000 and M-2000 are doing great. Buy cheap - buy twice - get two basses

[quote name='uncle psychosis' timestamp='1390569895' post='2346977'] You should play what you want to play, not what others tell you to. [/quote] I haven't seen anyone TELL the OP what to do, only offer advice (backed up by experience).

[quote name='Plampers' timestamp='1390510888' post='2346321'] Hi all, I started to learn a few months back but due to buying a house and life being hectic I have only just started to learn and practice again after 3 months. I currently play on a borrowed bass from my bro in law, but have got some money spare just over 200 quid so thought I'd treat myself to my very own bass. Now I love the idea of acoustic bass guitar and have been looking at my options and what not. I have found this Ibanez sgbe110-vs which sounds good from youtube videos i can find. I don't think anywhere near me stocks these I Am aware of..(not that I have extensive knowledge of music shops near me haha) to have a hold and try what little I know. Anyway, my question is will I find it tough to learn, I am on the basics still, with the acoustic bass? Also has anyone had any experience of others in this sorta price range? Or this particular bass? Thanks in advance, Plampers [/quote] I would advise any beginner not to go with an acoustic bass. Ergonomics are more challenging and from my limited experience (I've had a couple - and sold them) they are harder to play in the sense that they require more effort - hence rather off-putting for the beginner. They're harder to set up (bridge saddle filing if you want to lower the action for instance) and aren't that loud acoustically anyway (the Ibanez AEB10E I had was drowned out by a single acoustic guitar). I'd recommend getting an electric bass - an entry level bass and a 20-30W practice amp can be picked up for much less than a GOOD acoustic bass guitar. But it's entirely up to you. Your money, your choice

[quote name='Hutton' timestamp='1390559048' post='2346733'] I am just loving my newly acquired USA JB-2. Here she is in all her glory. [/quote] It's the start of a slippery slope... welcome to the good ship G&L, Hutton

So, um, I've got this black cherry 2007 Gibson Les Paul Double Cut (later model with walnut "tone plate" a la Money bass).

I'm really not the best person to ask.

[quote name='lojo' timestamp='1390555932' post='2346667'] Someone help then please Fast neck = A real Players bass = [/quote] Fast neck: could possibly mean the lacquer is not sticky/is satin/has been attacked with steel wool, but it's no guarantee that anyone will be able to use it fast A real player's bass: I think it's meant to describe one that, while not necessarily ratty has been used, has some evidence of being used and therefore is more suitable for someone who actually plays the thing rather than a collector. But it does smack of redundant hyperbole, for sure.

[quote name='robot_pelican_chin' timestamp='1390524148' post='2346534'] That's really helpful, thanks! What do you mean by 'rig' though? [/quote] Rig == amp and associated gubbins. Rig generally implies (to me anyway) separate amp head and cab(s) (speaker cabinet(s)) rather than a combo (all in one amp and speaker(s)).

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.