BassBod

There was one about two years ago in Rikaxe Music in Bristol...who knows, it may still be there? Might even be your old one...given the location. I seem to remember there were different makes of speaker used (Celestion/Bag End) but I don't recall which was the better. Good luck (and let me know if you ever want to sell the BB head) BB

I've just put this up - see Amps For Sale section for details.... [attachment=5416:DSCN1094.JPG] BB

I think the carpet came along later?? The early-mid 80's were all textured vinyl. The really early stuff was black paint. I'm finding it mildly depressing that I remember that sort of thing... BB

If I can get there, I'll bring some Mo Clifton basses..examples of the lesser known UK luthier...picolo fretless 5 anyone?? BB

No experience of Wizards, but I was surprised how much I liked the the DM. I expected a more overblown/edgy/trying to distort sound, but its really more of a "hot" 70's P tone to me....rather nice. BB

I'd suggest changing the pickups first - you may find this is enough of a change (particularly if you're already using an outboard pre you like). Read up a bit to get an idea of the common ones (EMG,DiMarzio Bart SD) but don't forget the little guys like Armstrong and Wizard. Also think about why you chose to play a Jazz - some like DiMarzio model J's are humbuckers, and sound very dark compared to a trad single coil - you may like this, or you may think it changes the bass too much. Others are designed to be hum cancelling, but retain more of the single-coil sound. I really like EMG's in a jazz bass - but I always turn the tone down a fair bit, to keep the brightness down...... Have fun! BB

GK bag now fresh as a daisy....smoking ban is keeping it that way. BB

awwwww.....I always liked the Nobby...reminded me of those old days when the Steinberger was scary and new, and everyone was cutting the heads off their normal basses to look trendy. I must be getting old. Really old. I still quite like the Nobby....but they could've improved it a bit (I guess they don't want another copyright fight with Mr NS?) BB

Here's my "old" setup. Was for sale (didn't) so I'm getting all nostalgic now its in storage pending a house move. All I need is one really loud gig to come in and I've got an excuse to dig it all out..... [attachment=4911:DSCN0816.JPG] BB

Yes, it works with two conditions. Your preamp needs to match the input of the power amp well (don't know about the EBS) to get a good sound and the new power amp needs to be "better" than the power side of your existing head. I used a Sansamp/SWR set up the same way for ages - it works. Every preamp has its own character, so its really a case of deciding which you prefer (for which gig...can get expensive!) I'd run the EBS into the effect return of your head (use it as apower amp only) and see what you think after a few gigs? BB

Thanks Beedster - that explains why I don't like the SPB-3.....I just don't like P basses with rounds on them (except PJ fretless...)... BB

I just found it over aggressive - edgy and too bright, the low end was powerful, but a bit more than I wanted from a P bass. It reminded me of the old Trace Elliot "pre-shape" switch? Sorry if that's not a very good description... BB

Just another recent experience - I changed a SPB3 for a DiMarzio P. Less aggressive, a bit warmer and a more traditional Pbass tone, but more power than a standard P pickup. I didn't think I'd like it (it was a leftover from another bass) but having used it for a few weeks I think its a keeper. I also put a SPB1 into a 73 Pbass a year or two ago (when the original finally died) and it was fantastic - very close to the "real" thing. The Kent Armstrong is also very good for the money, but doesn't look as "authentic" as the SPB1 on an old bass (slightly grey platic cover and raised polepieces). In fact, now I think about it..the SPB3 is the only P pickup I haven't liked (including the EMG)! BB

Yep, I played it this summer - very nice. BB

I've played there at least three times, and I can still never find the place! Good luck, and make sure you've got their phone no. for directions! BB

Hey Shaggy, Glad to see someone's enjoying the fretless P bass (I traded it last year with Walbassist, after many years good service...). I'm sure you can guess why the ebony board is thinner than usual! Have fun BB