gary mac

The knobs should just pull off, although some assistance might be needed with a screw driver or blade to lever them up. Obviously use a towel or piece of card or something to protect the paintwork

That's just so, like awesum man. OOh can't wait to get to rehearsal tonight, to try out all this new stuff I've learnt.

[quote name='BottomE' post='1292261' date='Jul 4 2011, 03:05 PM']The chap i got this from said that it had CTS pots and wiring. I tried to hide my ignorance and said "ah excellent" but he may as well have been speaking in Swahili. Is this a good thing?[/quote] Yes it's the kit that a lot of people use for an upgrade.

Add me to the list please

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When I bought a squier affinity p bass a few months back, I thought the first job would be to change the neck but I quickly realised there was no need. The neck was good as was the fretwork. I didn't like the diddly little tuners though, so they were changed for proper Fender ones. The electrics were the weak point and I therefore replaced the lot.

It's also worth not just considering the weight but also body shape etc. Off set body shapes are a no no for me as are any basses with neck dive.

Sorry having just revisited this post I realise that my earlier reply may have come across in a sarcastic fashion.. That wasn't my intention. I should have taken the time to explain in a proper fashion, as Out7hined did

[quote name='4-string-thing' post='1290499' date='Jul 2 2011, 09:07 PM']Just loosened the truss rod on my Ibanez by a quarter turn to give the neck a bit of relief (ooh er, missus) How long will it be before I can tell if its worked?[/quote] As long as it takes you to remeasure the gap at the point you previously measured

I missed this thread first time round, so I'm a bit late but wish you luck with it Rob. Hope it sells many copies.

I guess you have the nitromors option or maybe a hair dryer would soften it up enough to then scrape off. Miserable tedious job however you do it but should be worth it, if it gives you the result that you want.

I would just search on the bay and get some Fender or Squier replacements in the correct size, rather than fiddling about with bits of cardboard. This site in the states is good, can work out expensive with shipping etc. but I have had some bargains with some of their auction items [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/The-STRATosphere/_i.html?rt=nc&_nkw=bass%20tuners&_sid=105525814&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1581&_pgn=2"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/The-STRATosphere/...1581&_pgn=2[/url]

I had one for a while and liked it very much. Usual good Yamaha quality. I liked the pre amp which was surprisingly versatile. If you like semi acoustics and the price is good then go for it,

Nice one Pete, that really grooves. Slap and pop when done that tastefully and in that context just sounds so right, doesn't it? Unlike the nonsense we get treated to at the shows or in music shops.

Thanks Nick. I woke up this morning and had a small groan when I recalled my night time posting.

Nicely recounted Nick, I really enjoyed reading that. I'm just sitting here chilling and you've got me thinking about grand parents and parents. My wife and I have lost all of ours in recent times. My mum being the only survivor now and even though we speak everyday and get together frequently, I know she feels lonely and very aware of her own mortality. Sorry going on a bit there. It's a good thing I don't drink or smoke these days, think I would be at risk of getting a bit maudlin Love the bass by the way

[quote name='Lozz196' post='1280235' date='Jun 23 2011, 09:56 PM']Probably the Fender Road Worn Precision that I tried out in Gig-Gear, Harlow. Only tried it cos wanted to see what all the fuss was about re the RWs, and really loved it. Didn`t however, have the money - curses [/quote] If that's the same one I played in there, know exactly what you mean. I loved the playability of it but I just can't bring myself to pay for the whole relicing thing. The sound was convincing but not the look.

Good man.

Glad it was a good 'un and you turned a profit. How did it go being my substitute?

[quote name='MoonBassAlpha' post='1280917' date='Jun 24 2011, 01:02 PM']Wasn't it Fender pickups that produced the classic, er, Fender sound?[/quote] Indeed it was. 62 ri sound exactly right to me.

[quote name='yorks5stringer' post='1280601' date='Jun 24 2011, 10:04 AM']Did you make yours or bought?[/quote] That's how it left the Fender factory as far as I'm aware. Got it new from the Bass Centre in Wapping

Hope it goes well, enjoy.

[quote name='chrisd24' post='1280193' date='Jun 23 2011, 09:26 PM']Wow both of those came up really good...so what's the pros and cons of nitro vs acrylic then?![/quote] I've only used nitro. Think it's probably tougher but on the downside it stinks. Sure there will be one of the many more knowledgable BC'ers along soon.

Nice job,

[quote name='chrisd24' post='1280062' date='Jun 23 2011, 07:58 PM']did you use nitro or acrylic?[/quote] I used satin nitro. You can see some pics of the finished article here [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=136621"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=136621[/url]