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[quote name='MoonBassAlpha' timestamp='1468072334' post='3088436'] I used the Dunlop polish on my '74 Gibson SG (similar age to your bass) and it had a very bad reaction to it. The finish went very matt and almost sticky. I really wish I'd tried it on the back first! I tried loads of things to remedy it, eventually winning with toothpaste (really!) and a LOT of elbow grease. I'm never letting that stuff near the SG again, but it does work fine on all my other (non-nitro finish) guitars. [/quote] I've never heard of toothpaste being used for that purpose before. Out of curiosity, what/who gave you the idea to use toothpaste? What with toothpaste, lighter fuel, car polish, being suggested i've clearly had a sheltered life and been using the wrong products on my basses! I think i'll go with either the Dr Ducks Axe Wax or Gerlitz No'1 Carnauba wax and polish.

[quote name='molan' timestamp='1468063881' post='3088374'] We use Dr Ducks in the shop - it seems to work on anything and lasts for ages! Be sure to use sparingly though [/quote] I've just watched a video with somebody using Dr Ducks Axe Wax and it's pretty impressive.

[quote name='geoffbyrne' timestamp='1468011780' post='3088134'] Occasionally (because it's mildly abrasive) I'll use car polish - might be just what your's needs - once. G. [/quote] Such as? I think T-Cut would be a bit too abrasive? Or was you thinking of something else?

[quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1468039556' post='3088206'] [url="http://www.wood-finishes-direct.com/product/fiddes-wax"]http://www.wood-fini...duct/fiddes-wax[/url] I would use a good clear wax polish. Its probably similar to Axwax, but a lot cheaper by volume. [/quote] Not seen that stuff before. I'm not bothered about the cost so long as it does a good job.

Here is the bass, a 1972 EB3 L. As you can see, it's pretty clean now (considering it was filthy to start with). It just needs a really good polish and a set up.

Here is my latest purchase, a 1972 Gibson EB3 L

[quote name='Bilbo' timestamp='1468007707' post='3088075'] I once walked into Andy's Guitar Shop in Denmark Street with a guitar roadie from a famous Parisienne guitarist. He asked Andy 'can you recommend a good Polish for my man's guitars'? Andy answered 'Pledge' :-D I left the shop really quickly. [/quote] I'm not surprised!

[quote name='skankdelvar' timestamp='1468005137' post='3088055'] Spit. As recommended by repair guru [url="http://www.guitarplayer.com/miscellaneous/1139/dan-erlewine39s-mod-squad/19896"]Dan Erlewine[/url]. [/quote] Lol yes i've seen that. i've got the gunk off, it just needs a really good polish. I might try some of that Gerlitz No'1 Carnauba wax and polish. I've heard it's good.

[quote name='Number6' timestamp='1468002666' post='3088035'] A lot of people use lighter fluid to clean away the years of grime n gunk then use a polish afterwards to get a good sheen and protect the finish. [/quote] Really? lighter fluid? never heard of that method before.

Hi guy's, (sorry if this is the wrong section), and sorry in advance if this has been posted before I have just purchased an old Gibson bass. The bass hasn't been cleaned for some time. I've cleaned it up with some Peavey guitar polish. However it hasn't come up how I would like. The finish is walnut. (nitro finish). Can you recommend me some polish/cleaner/restorer to clear the remaining gunk and bring the shine back up please? Many thanks.

This does it for me.......I'm gonna Tear Your Playhouse Down - Paul Young (studio version). https://youtu.be/EiJWXjz1uks

[quote name='el borracho' timestamp='1465398413' post='3067882'] Inspirations for me - probably the bass players I noticed before I ever thought of playing - were, in no order John McCoy Chris Glen Alan Lancaster Stephen Amazing (UPP) Tim Bogert (particularly his albums with Boxer & Marcus) [/quote] I'm so glad somebody else has heard of Marcus! That has always been one of my fave albums ever and I agree there's some great bass playing on there. I've met Marcus Malone a couple of times with his current band, he's a lovely fella.

I am currently the bass player in 2 bands (soon to be 3 bands). I also dep in a Sabbath tribute band too. I play in a Judas Priest tribute band called Hell Bent For Priest, based in Nottingham and we play (or will play) anywhere but mainly in the East/West Midlands. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellbentforpriest/?fref=ts Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCsswUHrYQs I also play in a band called Synner which is a rock/metal covers band. We play in the Nottingham/Derby area. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Synnerrock/?ref=br_rs

[quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1467137739' post='3081455'] I'd also recommend Relayer - his contribution on The Gates of Delirium is awesome. Fragile (of course) and Fish Out of Water. RIP Chris. [/quote] Relayer is my fave Yes album.

He was and still is my fave bass player and has been as far as I can remember. I'm still gutted.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1466172709' post='3073874'] Looks like I'm going to be the lone voice of dissent then... No matter how unprofessional everyone else acts, as a band you should always do your very best. Don't stoop to the low levels of the promoter and venue, but get up there and play the best gig you can. If you don't play you get to be known as the band that couldn't be bothered to do the gig. It doesn't matter if you are "in the right" this is a battle you can only win by playing the gig. Then chalk it up to experience and have nothing to do with the promoter and venue again. [/quote] Yeah i'd agree with this, play the gig, do your best, put it down to experience, and don't bother with the promoter or venue again.

Personally I think he's an awesome player

[quote name='maut' timestamp='1463078083' post='3048425'] I haven´t played this one for years as i became a Precision Bass addict, but i just put some Thomastik flats on it to get rid of some of the strong active highs, and now really begin to like it again. I think it´s a 1977, and it definitley is greenish faded inca silver. I don´t even have a pic of the whole bass, which reminds me i need to make some pics of all of my basses. [/quote] What a lovely bass!

My trio of vintage basses - 1975 Rickenbacker 4001, 1974 Fender Jazz and 1980 Musicman Sabre.

I used to use a mint 1X15 Acoustic Corporation combo, which I used for a Wishbone Ash tribute. I should never have sold it.