Bassmonkey

Similar to Spike. 39 this year so far. Have had to almost close the diary. Still got a few regular gigs to book in and wanna stay below 50. Have probably booked too many weddings and parties to be honest. Need to keep space for the pub gigs. I always pass gigs on though if we can't do em so my other muso mates pick em up.

Love these threads. The quality of build is amazing. Bravo sir. I really like this one despite my preference for traditional shapes. This really appeals. Keep the good work Andy.

Me. I know. Shorts AND Elvis specs. To be honest. I had just got back from Graceland and it was meant to be a joke. Honest guys.

This kind of thing

I bought one of these from this forum a while ago. Loved it but then some scrote stole it. Luckily I have a second OTB and now want another case. Anyone know a U.K. Based company that supplies em? Thanks. Andy

[quote name='LZD56' timestamp='1476978872' post='3158966'] Who did the paint job & ballpark price? Pearl plate for my preference [/quote] Hiya - a pal of my local Leeds based Luthier (Ben) called Chris. He stripped the old finish, prepped the body and painted for a princely £170. Took him ages though - 3 months, however, he apparently had loads of issues with the state of the body under the original paint (which was an old refinish anyway) and I was in no hurry. He even put it all back together and set it up for me before returning the painted body. I think that's great value. Andy

[quote name='Cosmo Valdemar' timestamp='1476978887' post='3158968'] I've got a spare mirror and white tort GL scratchplates if you're interested... [/quote] Thx Cosmo but already have some spares. Likely gonna stick with the Torty although White looks lovely

Now I like it but the luthier was suggesting a black or white one.....will see Thanks though

It's taken a while but finally got my Fender Geddy Lee Jazz back after painting. I bought this a few years ago from a fellow Basschatter. It had a refin in white however, the paint reacted with my guitar stand and went many so I decided to have it repainted. After much deliberation (with some help from this forum) I opted for a dark green. This is how it looks. I am very, very pleased. Just what I need as a pick me up after having loads of gear stolen last week. Waddy a think?

Around the corner from me too!

Top guy and bassist - bought me a pint after an Alarm gig earlier this year

Thx all. Probs got numbers. Gonna drive round the Crack Converters tomorrow for a look. Been on their website to no avail

[quote name='bluejay' timestamp='1476214872' post='3152451'] I've just tweeted this thread as Basschat. I'll also Facebook it now. Good luck, hope you recover it all. [/quote] Thx bluejay - appreciate it

Thx guys - have added a pic of the amp too now.

[color=#1D2129][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Hi all not sure if this is the right forum for this but - sadly I got to my car this AM. Parked at the bottom of my street in a cul de sac to find some low life had stolen a load of gear. They've taken what they could carry. was all locked out of sight. List as follows: Orange terror bass amp 500 Watt. In bespoke Orange case with Roqsolid cover black with Orange piping. This is not usually available so pretty rare in it's case Shure Beta 87a microphone. Shure Super 55 microphone. Shure SE535 in ear earphones in case. Mono Producer black and orange bag. iPod Classic 160 GB silver. Cast iron base for Atlas mic stand with 3 rubber feet. (useful to no one but me) [/font][/color] [color=#1D2129][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]My Sennheiser Freeport Body Pack and lead 3 x 5 mtr mic leads in Orange. 1 x 5 mtr guitar jack to jack lead in lime green. Guitar tool case in black plastic. Box of business cards - The Cardinals band. [/font][/color] [color=#1D2129][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]This was in Pudsey, Leeds (West Yorks) Should anyone hear or be offered anything - please get in touch via this forum or call me on 07710 015834. Best regards Andy [/font][/color]

I have a Harvest single one and it is pretty heavy (although fantastic) A double must weigh a ton, especially when loaded. I have a Mono Double too which is the dogs doc dahs. Think that would be my preference.

[attachment=227771:Gibsons.JPG]I'm with Neepheid. Love em. Started out with an RD Artist which I regret selling. Then bought an old Antoria LP copy - loved the look and sounds and plays great. Then 3 more LPs, plus my fave, an LP Triumph in white. Also had a TBird which I really didn't get on with (just too blooming long, I am a short ass) so swapped for an old EB3. The Rivoli is lovely too. Also have several other basses but none as cool as the Triumph in my opinion. Each to his own and all that....

My first ever EVER gig was supporting Dr Feelgood in Leeds. About 600 people there. All a bit downhill since then but in my current band, we typically do pub gigs and parties with the odd corporate up to a couple of hundred with the notable exception of a local festival we headline which attracts well over a thousand across the day. Happy days. BUT still remember playing in Pontefract where the crowd dwindled to just two people. They left and we played the remainder of that song to no one. I asked the bar man if he wanted us to carry on, he said nah - push off if you like on full pay!! Yee har

When it was mine, I played the first hour but included some of my personal fave songs (which we don't usually play) Then a bassist pal of mine took over and (as I am also the singer) individual friends (non musicians) joined the band and sang one each. Was all planned so everyone knew what they were singing, and I printed lyrics for them. Was absolutely ace, at the end was a bit of a free for all and I ended up singing the last couple as I was too razzled to play too. Despite their initial nerves, the guest singers wanted to do more once they'd had their turn. Great night.

If that was close I'd be having that

I tried the Blackstar ID core Beam. Took it back as it was way too quiet and kinda tinny sounding to use in anything but a silent room. Had hoped to be able to use with band on acoustics and rehearse but was too quiet. Some nice features and looks cool though. Shame, I really wanted it.

I think he should pay. He agreed to the rehearsal slot. We don't know why he can't make it but he has done the right thing and offered to pay. I'd take him up on the offer. Like some of the posters, I've had experience of last minute cancellations due to all sorts of cataclysmic reasons and, unless people are going to pay, there's nothing stopping them from just deciding not to do it. I suspected that in many cases it was more likely that they couldn't be bothered, didn't want to pay, got a better offer OR had not learned their parts. Genuinely not suggesting that's the case with your guy of course. Take the money and run baby

I took advantage of Daves generosity and accepted his offer of some free Schaller strap buttons. Posted gratis the same day. A gent and a great Basschatter. Thanks again. Andy

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1470996499' post='3109830'] That looks like natural wear.... [/quote] By a chainmail wearing bassist perhaps?

Option 1 for me bud