StraightSix

I sent a PM on the same day as the post was made and I've heard nowt The OP hasn't responded here since the post was...er...posted...

Some of the Overwaters stretch to a 38" scale Only recommended for the gibbons among us...

A very generous offer I reckon - I used to use the RS66 stainless set for many years discreet - you have a PM.

Im just borrowing it at the mo with a view to trade something for it. It's exactly like this one: [url="http://www.westone.info/thunder3afretlessbass.html"]http://www.westone.info/thunder3afretlessbass.html[/url]

[quote name='chaypup' timestamp='1325771700' post='1487397'] Westones are beautiful and amazing to play! I would really like a Thunder IIa, the version with 2 precision style pups and the xlr output if anyone has one to sell........... [/quote] My second 'proper' bass was a Westone Thunder IIa - it followed an Ibanez Blazer P-bass... I will always regret selling that monster. I have just picked up a Thunder III fretless so happy days

Can I join in - I've just acquired a Westone Thunder III fretless and I've been playing it for over two hours...I love fretless

[quote name='skej21' timestamp='1327589839' post='1513854'] It is insane that the new American Select Jazz Bass retails for around £1800 when you could buy a second hand vintage Fender for not much more! [/quote] I wouldn't buy the USA Fenders out of principle - the prices here are ridiculous.

I like the RB40 Nickel Rotos - been using them without a problem for some years now.

Had a Mr R.Plant in the audience at a gig in London once I also played a set in a covers/jam band with John Coghlan from the Quo on drums - no rehearsal I just flew it from the hip.

[quote name='musophilr' timestamp='1327424620' post='1511009'] Today I tried a compressor pedal. I'd have to tinker a lot more with the controls before I found a sound that I preferred to the straight through sound. Maybe at gig volume it'll be different. [/quote] I'm on the search for a compressor - keep in mind that there are many makes and types which react to your playing differently and sound different - it may take some hunting to find the one you like. As to effects in general, it's all about the sonic palette man...

Apologies for digging up this old thread - is the Promethean P5110 tweeter adjustable or switchable...?

An amp stand is an effective way to raise up a guitar amp and point it towards the guitarist's ears: [url="http://www.andertons.co.uk/guitar-stands/pid11315/cid584/quiklok-bs317-amp-stand.asp"]http://www.andertons.co.uk/guitar-stands/pid11315/cid584/quiklok-bs317-amp-stand.asp[/url] Suddenly, the guitarist will understand why you think it's too loud

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1327194000' post='1507785'] What's wrong with contentious? [/quote] Nothing but it's getting tedious reading " they should be like this" "No, they should be like that". The OP asked for the best example...

[quote name='skankdelvar' timestamp='1327193459' post='1507779'] Just so we're clear, here's the plan for dealing with this bloke:[list] [*]OP lures him to a deserted warehouse [*]Politely informs him OP is "no longer in the band" [*]Chrismuzz slaps him with his cock [*]Spike kicks him in the nuts [*]Steve injects his bell-end with mercury [*]Ed S knocks him out [*]I shoot him in the face [*]Jake eats his liver [/list] Followed by live music and disco till 1am. Cash bar, free parking. Tickets £10 in advance (£12 on the door) [color=#ffffff].[/color] [/quote] Who's selling the tickets...?

[quote name='Mykesbass' timestamp='1327150481' post='1507009'] Trouble is, even different versions of the Fender Jazz differ quite substantially, so you need to narrow down your benchmark, as a modern Standard US Fender is probably quite different in sound (it certainly is in spec) to a 62 re-issue.[/quote] Mmmmmmmm - the 62 reissue, the finest Jazz bass I have ever played is my Fender Jap 62 reissue. I would recommend it to anyone. Fantastic fast neck, punchy pickups and more comfort than you could find in Anna Nicole Smith's cleavage I think defining the Jazz will always be contentious so let's discuss our favourites and why...

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1327180178' post='1507625'] Tru dat, and the other word which springs to mind is HUBRIS. [/quote] Great word - I don't think I've ever used it in conversation: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hubris

[quote name='Len_derby' timestamp='1327173282' post='1507487'] I've come across similar (but not as bad) with church bands I've been involved with. They seem to attract meglomaniac n**heads. [/quote] That's what church is all about ain't it...megalomania... I would have quit same as you.

Ah OK then - only when you know you have a true Standby switch

As I understand it, yes

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1327167446' post='1507375'] I believe that's a definite No-No. [/quote] As I understand it - no harm will occur to a valve amp as long as the Standby is OFF. *EDIT* - for clarity, I mean switched to no output.

I have a 60s Framus 5-string which is in my repair shop for some TLC (been there for a couple of years ) - this thread will encourage me to get it fixed up.