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Just wondering what folks would suggest as a good reproduction of a 60's p bass? Really looking for a 60's version of the Fender Roadworn 50's P bass. Doesn't necessarily need to be reliced, but would like something with rolled fingerboard edges, etc so it FEELS like it's been played since the 60's. The 3 that come to my mind are Bravewood, Moollon (maybe) and Maruszczyk. Just wondering what everyone else would suggest?
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[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1505922428' post='3375267'] So what's that plan now? Use them for gigging? [/quote] My original intention was to put together a silent band rehearsal setup for home, based around an X18, an electronic drum kit, a few PODs (or the like - iPad running Bias FX in my case I would think) and a decent set of in-ears. Still working on the drum kit element of it (converting an acoustic kit with mesh heads and DIY triggers) but I have almost everything else - need mics of course! The last thing a (currently) non-singing bass player would think of... I'm without a band at the minute but hoping this'll be the spark I need/have been lacking of late! Kind of "if you build it, they will come" sort of thing...
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Selling my recently acquired copy of Komplete 10 in the classifieds if anyone is interested. Garageband is definitely more my level!
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###### Price now £180 or trade for WHY###### Next up in the great clear-out of 2017 is Native Instruments Komplete 10. Only bought this recently but it has only highlighted 2 things to me - 1. I have very little patience. And b. I haven't enough free time at the minute. Massive software package. Loads of great sounds available. But Garageband/EZ Drummer/EZ Keys are much more my level. This is download only, no physical product would change hands. You need a native instruments account (which is free!) to complete license transfer and loads of hard drive space available. And I do mean loads. Here's some info from NI: 39 products in total Over 12,000 sounds Ready for any DAW including Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase and Live. MAC Requirements: OS X 10.8 or 10.9 (latest update), Intel Core 2 Duo, 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for large KONTAKT Instruments). Windows Requirements: Windows 7 or 8 (latest service pack, 32/64-bit), Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2, 4 GB RAM (6 GB recommended for large KONTAKT Instruments). Native Instruments Komplete 10 Native Instruments Komplete 10 Software Suite is an all-in-one software bundle which includes the best of Native Instruments' full line of samplers, soft synths, and digital effects. It includes 39 instruments and effects, with everything from vintage synth simulators and cutting-edge software synthesizers to mastering processors - and 12,000 samples, from concert grand pianos to African drum kits. If you're in the market for software instruments, effects, and samples, you might as well make the most of it with the Komplete 10 software bundle. With 130 GB of sounds and instruments, it truly is a Komplete solution. The industry-standard bundle Wide range of Komplete instruments Outstanding collection of Komplete effects Completely re-envisioned acoustic piano suite Optimized for the Komplete Kontrol S-Series Seamless integration with Maschine NATIVE INSTRUMENTS KOMPLETE 10 ADDITIONAL OVERVIEW: LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES - KOMPLETE 10 is the quintessential collection for production, performance, and sound design. With 39 world-class instruments and effects spanning all genres and production tasks, this is limitless sonic inspiration. OUTSTANDING SOUND, OUTSTANDING VALUE - KOMPLETE 10 includes the latest innovations like ROUNDS and POLYPLEX, and new sampled instruments like THE DEFINITIVE PIANO COLLECTION. Plus established heavyweights like MASSIVE and classic platforms REAKTOR and KONTAKT. At a price almost 90% less than what you'd pay for these products separately, KOMPLETE 10 is a must-have for any modern studio. SYNTHESIZED AND ELECTRONIC - KOMPLETE continues to define the cutting edge of instrument design, synthesis and DSP technology. Explore the endless potential of ROUNDS, MASSIVE, MONARK, and more. SAMPLED AND ACOUSTIC - Advanced sampled instruments open a world of sound in immaculate detail. Witness the unmatched realism of SESSION HORNS, THE DEFINITIVE PIANO COLLECTION, SESSION STRINGS, and more. SOUND DESIGN AND MIXING - Twist and warp your sound, and add studio-grade effects for professional mixes. Make your music shine with DRIVER, SUPERCHARGER, the SOLID MIX SERIES, and more. BROWSE AND FIND - INSTANT INSPIRATION - Dig deep into thousands of sounds with ease, thanks to the unified workflow of the KOMPLETE Instrument browser. Search across all KOMPLETE Instruments using musical tags and keywords - limitless inspiration in a single plug-in. BUILT FOR KOMPLETE KONTROL - KOMPLETE KONTROL opens up the full potential of KOMPLETE 10. Feel these advanced software instruments come to life under your fingertips - more intuitive, expressive, and inspirational than ever before. Turn KOMPLETE 10 into a single, unified instrument and Take Kontrol. NOW ALSO IN KOMPLETE 10: SESSION HORNS is the sound of a tight, four-piece horn section sampled in pristine quality. Perfect for funk, pop, reggae, indie and neo-soul productions. DRUMLAB is the first-of-its-kind sonic laboratory, combining pristine acoustic samples with a punchy electronic edge - all in one intuitive interface. SUPERCHARGER is dripping with the high-octane attitude of a one-of-a-kind tube compressor - with an intelligent interface designed for supreme ease of use. DRIVER is a thick, deep distortion filter. Distortion and filter resonance levels deliver anything from subtle movement to total sonic destruction. AM modulation adds even more possibilities. NATIVE INSTRUMENTS KOMPLETE 10 INSTRUMENTS: REAKTOR 5 is a fully modular synthesis studio that opens a universe of sound with limitless programming options. Includes preset ensembles for instant inspiration. ROUNDS is a synth that combines digital and analog engines with complex, sequenced sound shifting capabilities. A near-limitless array of new sound. KONTOUR is a phase modulation synth with nuanced, expressive performance and a powerful new motion engine that brings each note to life. POLYPLEX is an eight-part drum sampler with extraordinary randomizing capabilities, creative layering, and near-infinite tweakability. A new approach to drum design. MONARK is an uncompromising software version of the holy grail of analog monosynths. Every nuance has been meticulously studied to bring the spirit of this legend to REAKTOR in definitive detail. MASSIVE is the heavyweight synthesizer built on an analog concept - perfect for heavy basses and piercing leads. FM8 features crystalline, razor sharp sounds, embodying the bright, lively sound of FM synthesis. Unsurpassed depth, brilliance, and dynamism. REAKTOR SPARK is a truly dynamic synth developed by Native Instruments' founder Stephan Schmitt. REAKTOR PRISM is a unique and responsive polyphonic modal synthesizer with fascinating sound shaping capabilities. ABSYNTH 5 is a modern legend - a semi-modular synthesizer for pads, grooves, and abstract soundscapes. Take your tracks out of the ordinary. RETRO MACHINES MK2 gives you over 20 legendary vintage instruments from the 70s and 80s - lovingly sampled and refined for the world's leading sample platform, KONTAKT 5. KONTAKT 5 delivers unprecedented power, a vast instrument library, effects, an advanced sampling framework, and deep editing capabilities. Connect with the industry standard software sampler! THE GRANDEUR is the rich, hyper-detailed sound of one of the world's most treasured concert grand pianos. A dynamic, singing piano for everything from pop to classical. THE GENTLEMAN is a classic piano that delivers balanced tone, a wide dynamic range, and a beautiful, lush sound. Your new standard vintage upright. THE MAVERICK - an expressive vintage grand piano. Sampled in meticulous detail for authentic tone and distinctive character, and suited to pop, rock, urban, and jazz. SESSION HORNS is the sound of a tight, four-piece horn section sampled in pristine quality. Perfect for funk, pop, reggae, indie, and neo-soul productions. DRUMLAB is a first-of-its-kind sonic laboratory, combining pristine acoustic samples with a punchy electronic edge - all in one intuitive interface. SESSION STRINGS is the sound of high-quality string sections for modern productions. Its highly-intuitive interface delivers immediate, expressive results. BATTERY 4 is the 21st century drum sampler. The worldwide studio choice for creative beat production. STUDIO DRUMMER is the perfect realization of a drummer in software - three premium acoustic kits, a fully-featured mixer, and powerful effects. ABBEY ROAD I 60s DRUMMER is the pure sound of two famous 1960s drum kits, recorded with vintage equipment at Abbey Road. WEST AFRICA delivers vibrant percussion and enchanting melodic instruments, playable solo or as polyrhythmic ensembles, plus an intuitive pattern sequencer. SCARBEE MM-BASS puts the creamy bass sound of 70s disco and funk at your fingertips - recorded dry for maximum flexibility. THE GIANT captures the sound of the world's biggest upright piano for an intense, dynamic playing experience with a sound that's nothing short of inspiring. VINTAGE ORGANS gives you access to the sounds of the golden age. Based on high-quality recordings of classic organs, VINTAGE ORGANS is full of charm and character. SCARBEE A-200 is a classic and versatile electric piano, sampled to perfection with all its characteristic dynamic range intact. SCARBEE CLAVINET/PIANET provides the sounds of two legendary keyboards, expertly sampled and brimming with unique character. SCARBEE MARK I is the sound of an iconic electric piano, beautifully sampled and perfectly preserved in all its brilliance. GUITAR RIG 5 PRO is a studio full of amps, cabinets, mics, and creative tools - GUITAR RIG gives you the power to shape your tone to perfection. SUPERCHARGER is dripping with the high-octane attitude of a one-of-a-kind tube compressor - with an intelligent interface designed for supreme ease of use. DRIVER is a thick, deep distortion filter. Distortion and filter resonance levels deliver anything from subtle movement to total sonic destruction. So yeah... Lots!
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Sire MM V7 Alder - 4 string JBass. - Drop Tuning.
Bigwan replied to Dibcharge's topic in General Discussion
Good choice on the Hartke Attack by the way. I had mine up for sale briefly and pulled it after playing it again. Greatly underrated preamp... -
Sire MM V7 Alder - 4 string JBass. - Drop Tuning.
Bigwan replied to Dibcharge's topic in General Discussion
Had my 5 string Sire tuned drop A when I had it. Worked grand so can't see any reason the 4 wouldn't handle it, other than needing thicker strings to keep the tuning taught. I ordered a D'addario of the heaviest gauge I could get for my lowest string. The nut will need attention and the bass set up appropriately. If you can match the tension on the neck (with a higher gauge of string tuned low) everything else is really unimportant. Only issue I would guess is the bridge being able to handle the thicker gauge strings... I couldn't handle a 120 gauge B string though... far too floppy for me! -
Schalltechnik_04 Pumpernickel Compressor **SOLD**
Bigwan replied to Bigwan's topic in Effects For Sale
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Thinking about spending money I don't have! Colour isn't quite right (looking more of a Sherwood Green) but the rest is pretty close to how I'm thinking... [attachment=254012:Jake C.png]
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Received a set of used UE900s the other day from another forum user. These things are a revelation! Haven't tried playing bass through them yet, but listening to music I'm familiar with (I thought!) I'm hearing detail I've never heard before. Most impressive...
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[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Next up in the great clear-out of 2017 is this Tascam MP-BT1 MP3 bass trainer. I honestly had forgotten buying this. I believe it arrived during the madness surrounding the birth of our 2nd child and as such lay in its unopened packaging until such times as my "room of requirement" offered it up recently! I haven't used it other than to charge it, turn it on and confirm operation with bass and headphones, but it is detected by my work laptop so transferring MP3s to it should be a drag and drop affair. Comes boxed with USB lead which charges it from standard USB phone charger (but doesn't let you use the unit for its intended purpose at the same time strangely). There is a 5v adapter port if you need to power it for use, but adapter not included (units were sold without these - another strange choice by Tascam there!).[/font][/color] [attachment=254010:tascam 1.jpg] [attachment=254011:tascam 2.jpg] [s]£50 excl. postage [b]ON HOLD PENDING THE USUAL[/b][/s][b] SOLD[/b]
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Next up in the great clear-out of 2017 is this rather lovely Pumpernickel compressor. Ovnilab rated this "a bit better than the immediate competition (Keeley Bassist, Maxon CP9Pro+, MXR M87)". Read more about it here: [url="http://www.ovnilab.com/reviews/pumper.shtml"]http://www.ovnilab.c...ws/pumper.shtml[/url] Not available other than as a kit so, being the tinkerer I am, I thought I'd give it a whirl. Unfortunately no matter how hard I try I just can't like compression. Great looking pedal, top/North mounted jacks (as it should be!). [attachment=254008:pumpernickel 1.jpg] [attachment=254009:pumpernickel 2.jpg] £55 excl postage
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Bought a pedal from Jack a little while ago. Great transaction from start to finish. Wouldn't hesitate to deal with him again!
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Finally the Precision I've always wanted. Apologies to stingray fans.
Bigwan replied to fretmeister's topic in Bass Guitars
To quote a manager I work with "you keep bringing me problems, bring me solutions!" -
Doesn't exactly inspire confidence...
Bigwan replied to TheGreek's topic in eBay - Weird and Wonderful
Read some of his other sales. They can make a body from solid rosewood... Wonder what CITES would make of that! -
Certainly buy used. Your money goes MUCH further, and you stir the GAS around the community... I would add that although they're not my cup of tea, the now discontinued USA Musicman SUB 5 is also an excellent option (not talking about a Sterling SUB or SUB RAY5, 35 or whatever confusing article they produce nowadays). Having owned a Musicman 5 as one of my first "big money" 5 strings, I'd say the USA SUB 5 I played a while back was every bit as good as the full fat version and, features-wise, closer to a 5 string version of a true Musicman than the actual Musicman 5 string is!
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Not much to add that hasn't been mentioned already really. I've owned a lot of 5 strings over the years. I'd say 50/50 based on your budget (as in half above, half below). Lakland were always a firm favourite of mine. Owned 2 of their 5 strings. The 5501 I had was superb and was well under your budget. Compared favourably with every other 5 string I've ever played, regardless of budget. I also had a Sire 5 which was also very good. A tie with the Lakland in a lot of areas, but it's flaw for me was that the fretboard radius meant the B and G strings (when set up correctly) were louder than the rest as they were MUCH closer to their respective pickup poles, especially the B. If that were easily corrected it would be a stonkingly good bass for the money. Recently had a Yamaha 425x and again, excellent. Ergonomically it wasn't perfect for me as the string spacing at the nut was tighter than I like, but might suit you perfectly. A left field choice if you can find one, is a used ACG Graft 5. I owned one briefly (the briefly bit was intentional - wanted to check out Alan's work before committing to a custom build!) and Alan's work is exceptional. When they appear they are typically within your budget. Happy hunting!
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Finally the Precision I've always wanted. Apologies to stingray fans.
Bigwan replied to fretmeister's topic in Bass Guitars
[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1505734539' post='3373823'] No doubt! I don't like their regular cabs, but I love the One10. I'd love to have the Four10 as well but at the moment I'm driving a Polo - I'd never get it in! [/quote] I had a 4*12 in a Ka, having a polo is no excuse for not having a Four 10! -
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Hi there Brian! There's a few of us Norn Iron lads on here. Loads of useful stuff on here but beware the classifieds. Lock up your wallet. You have been warned!!!
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Next up in the great clear-out of 2017 is a large portion of my fx pedal collection. As I'm not gigging (or even in a band at the minute) I'm doing most things in iOS these days so don't need half of this stuff... and I like to tinker so have built my own effects that suit me best and will probably continue to do so. Apologies in advance for the quality of my photos... [b]Darkglass Vintage Ultra[/b]. Great, great preamp. Bought after briefly owning the Darkglass M900 head then deciding to go to in-ears. Virtually as-new condition other than a tiny blemish on the aluminium face plate just below the "FI" in Finland. Never had feet or velcro applied. Be sad to see this go. [b][s]£250[/s] SOLD[/b] [attachment=253845:Darkglass VU 1.jpg][attachment=253846:Darkglass VU 2.jpg] [b]Little Bear R.ATTACK RT-1[/b]. Rat clone with clipping options. Literally never used this pedal... EDIT: I have now used this pedal and can see why people like Rat-based pedals for bass. This one sounds pretty good! I MAY withdraw this one after the weekend if it doesn't sell. I'd imagine that this would sound great with a clean blend. 3 distinctly different clipping flavours on offer with the switch [b][s]£16[/s] SOLD [/b] [attachment=253857:RAT 1.jpg] [b]Chord BOD-50[/b]. Clone of the Boss Bass Overdrive I believe. Bought as part of a job lot years ago and forgot I had it. Sounds like a BOD, whether you like it or not! There are useful sounds in there, but it's very, VERY loud so takes some taming [b][s]£20[/s] [s]£18[/s] £16[/b] [attachment=253844:Chord BOD.jpg] I'm sure I'll find more bits and pieces as time goes by! All prices are excl. post and, as usual, I'm open to offers. [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Cash for preference but trade-wise I'm only after parts to put together a cheapo bitsa jazz bass.[/font][/color] The stuff below is sold but I like to keep details available for the next poor sod who comes along and wants to know how to price their wares... [b]Hartke Bass Attack VXL preamp[/b]. Punches well above its weight this one. Easily a match for the Sansamps of this world in my opinion. Heavy duty extruded aluminium section enclosure. The power connector is damaged but functions 100% - I've never used a battery with it so it was the only method of powering I've used. Great sounding preamp that I may end up keeping... [b][s]£45[/s] WITHDRAWN - KEEPING IT![/b] [b]Zoom B3[/b]. Don't really need to say much about this one, do I? Sounds good, but I don't use it any more. Afraid it's a little marked up from previous owner (see pic for worst), and doesn't have the box, manual or PSU. Runs fine from standard pedal supply, AA batteries or (as I've used it a few times) off a phone charge with USB A-to-B cable. Cheap due to condition. [s]£50[/s] [b]SOLD[/b] [b]Schalltechnik_04 Guma Drive[/b]. Built this as I couldn't bring myself to keep a B3K around for few times I'd use it. This is a clone kit that's been mentioned a few times on the forum. Sounds EXACTLY the same as the B3K (and I've owned the B3K a few times so I know of what I speak!). Has the cut control of the newest B3K model and has top/North mounted jacks, which might be of interest. [s]£50[/s] [b]SOLD[/b] [b]Schalltechnik_04 Guma Antique[/b]. As above except obviously a clone of the Darkglass VMT. Used far more often than the Drive clone, then superseded by the Vintage Ultra. Great sounding little pedal. Again has the top/North mounted jacks. [s]£50[/s] [b]SOLD[/b] [b]Pedalparts Musket Fuzz Clone[/b]. Built this and a Green Russian clone at the same time when I convinced myself I needed a Big Muff on my board for the music I was playing at the time. I really didn't... It is however a GREAT fuzz for bass. Far superior to the Pedalparts Green Russian Muff (which will also be for sale if I could ever find it in my "room of requirement") in my opinion, and so far beyond the standard Bass Big Muff I shouldn't be mentioning it in the same sentence. Bare enclosure for you to decorate as you please... or not.... [b][s]£40[/s] [s]£36 [/s]SOLD[/b] [b]Nordell Audio Powercore NPC-10[/b] isolated power supply. Bought recently on here. Not much point holding on to it as I'm selling everything else. Didn't even make it as far as the board! Comes with all manner of cables. [b][s]£20[/s] SOLD[/b] [b]EHX Octave Multiplexer[/b][size=6]. Nice sounding octave pedal. A bit different from the usual OC2 octave tone. There's a very good comparison video on youtube. [/size][b][s]£40[/s] [s]£36[/s] SOLD[/b]
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Hi folks, First up in the great clear-out of 2017 is this set of Dimarzio Will Power Pickups. Assembled from 2 different sources earlier this year and never fitted by me as I've decided to go in a different direction. Neck pickup is a little marked, has about 9 inches of cable (at a rough estimate) and doesn't include box or mounting screws. Middle pickup is a little more marked than the neck, has a couple or three inches of cable and comes in original box, again no mounting screws. I'm told these are the dogs dangly bits. £40 each excluding postage. As usual, open to offers. Cash for preference but trade-wise I'm only after parts to put together a cheapo jazz bass. [attachment=253839:Will Power Neck 1.jpg][attachment=253840:Will Power Neck 2.jpg][attachment=253841:Will Power Mid 1.jpg][attachment=253842:Will Power Mid 2.jpg]
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