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Bought this to inspire my song writing at the start of the first lock-down and have never used it. Since an initial trial it has sat in it's case and has never left the house so as new! I love the Ultra series and gigged an A 6 for a while. Works as a electric, acoustic or blend of the two. Trades considered. Full Description Custom Godin Electronics The unique Godin A6 Ultra Guitar is equipped with Custom Godin electronics, that work to enhance the guitar's overall volume and projection. The electronics include a Custom Under-Saddle Transducer and Custom Preamp, offering volume control and 3-band EQ. The A6 Ultra is also powered by a Godin GHN1 Humbucker located at the neck, which offers great versatility and broad dynamics. The Humbucker also has its own independent Volume, Bass and Treble controls, that allow the player to shape their ideal tone. Chambered Maple Body Topped With Cedar With a chambered body crafted from silver leaf maple, the Godin A6 Ultra Baritone offers a beautifully resonant and full-rounded tone. The A6's maple body produces bright attack, great projection blended with excellent note definition. The maple is topped with solid cedar, which enhances the tone with plenty of rich warmth that reacts like an acoustic guitar. Mahogany Neck Paired With Rosewood Fingerboard The Godin A6 Ultra Guitar features a sturdy mahogany neck that yields rich and warm tones; whilst the rosewood fingerboard brings enhanced articulation and warmth. The mahogany and rosewood make a sonically pleasing combination with their soft, sweet tones and beautiful texture. Two Guitars In One Godin Electric Acoustic Guitars are designed with the intention of being just that; a perfect combination of acoustic sound with the feel of electric. The chambered body provides a lightweight and comfortable performance, as well as eliminating undesirable feedback and increasing resonance. With a slim, tapered neck, this makes it the perfect choice for players making the transition from acoustic to electric or vice versa. The electronics also allow players to plug into the single acoustic mix output or via both outputs, offering an extremely versatile setup for guitarists to explore. Features Chambered body construction delivers excellent resonance & sustain Silver leaf maple body offers snappy attack with twang Solid cedar top provides warm, acoustic tonality Baritone Scale Length Offers Lower, Darker Sound Mahogany neck brings warm, rich tonal characteristics Custom Godin Under-Saddle Transducer & Preamp deliver enhanced projection Godin GHN1 provides exceptional versatility Volume, Bass, Mid & Treble controls for Preamp Independent Volume, Bass & Treble controls for Humbucker Specifications Body & Bridge Body: Chamber Silver Leaf Maple Top Material: Solid Cedar Finish: Burnt Umber Semi Gloss Bridge: Rosewood Neck & Fingerboard Neck: Mahogany Fingerboard: Rosewood Fingerboard Radius: 16" Scale Length: 27.75" Nut Width: 43mm Hardware & Electronics Controls: Volume x2, Mid, Treble x2, Bass x2 Electronics: Custom Under-Saddle Transducer & Preamp Pickup: Godin GHN1 Humbucker Video for now. Pictures to follow.
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Nicco bought a Stingray from me. It was a trouble free deal and he was great to deal with. Recommended.
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NBD Stingray Special 5H, the new great all rounder?
Pinball replied to Pinball's topic in Bass Guitars
Sounds like it may have been a fault but maybe it just isn't right for you. You know where you are with the older ones. I find that more care is needed to dial in on this one. I was a little concerned that there wasn't enough "zing". I did find zing by boosting the treble and a touch of mids. I never needed to do that before. Boosting the bass warms the sound up but can also be scarey...so much power there. Note: I believe that the pickup design has some "Bongo" derived. They are beasts that need to calmed in the mix -
I love Stingrays but as my band aren't playing live I am playing a much wider range of music than in the past and while my old SR5 could do most things well it wasn't my first pick for everything. I wasn't really aware of the Stingray Special but spotted one when looking around PMT in Bristol.(see pic below). First impressions were that it was cool but maybe too bling for me. This one is a Jan 2020 model and had been in store for a while so it was still at the old price. I gave it a try and was blown away and suddenly the "blingyiness" didn't matter so much. Note: It had looked silver as it was catching the lights but is actually Ghostwood, a green, silvery/grey.😂 Impression? It was a stingray played like one, was lightweight and made the right stingray noises but there were loads of tonal variations. The sound of the 18V electronics combined with the switches and EQ is phenomenal. I could dial in all sorts of warm sounds that hadn't been there on my old ray and it just seemed to have more power under the bonnet. I was there for about an hour and remember thinking to myself "all these sounds from a bass with 1 pickup? Incredible". Now it is mine! Earlier this week I was having fun going through some of the old stuff from my defunct heavy prog band and it was like chopped beef and yesterday was learning some bass lines for a reggae audition and it was like beef stew with a rich gravy. What a machine. I may have found "the one", I feel blessed! PMT in Bristol were brilliant BTW!
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SOLD OUT ! Biarnel Scorcio Headless 5. SALE / TRADE
Pinball replied to Omar's topic in Basses For Sale
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The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
Pinball replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
Hah, just found this. It looks like Andy found his favorite tone! -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
Pinball replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
I wanted something to complement my Fallout which I love but is like an angry wasp and saw this one come up so took a punt on it un-played. My plan was to put flats on it as I wanted something deep sounding. It came with flats and to be honest I struggled as it was so deep that it lacked presence in the mix. The original rounds were in the case so I put them on and was blown away with the resulting tones. The sound is as the name suggests "dubby" and very musical. The controls are vol/tone/balance. I tend to set the vol and tone where I want them and then change the sound with the balance. Neck pup is very dark, bridge is brighter and there is no noticeable change in volume when changing the bias between the two. You can hear Andy Irvine exploring one in the same way here: The playing position very comfortable either standing or seated. Yes it is wide but it isn't much thicker than most solid bodies. Fit and finish is great. The only thing that I may change is the plastic balance knob, which spins a bit to easily for me but that is minor and easy to resolve and to be honest I have got used to it. Overall I'm delighted with it! I would love to get my hands on a long scale Reverend to try sometime. -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
Pinball replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
My Reverend Dub King. Sounds like it looks. A great deep tone for dubsters, acoustic or light rock! The previous owner put the pup covers on it. -
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Great precision here, a real players bass, currently with flats. I had been searching for a nice precision for a while and when I got this one my search stopped! PICTURES TO FOLLOW, Link here: http://www.basscentre.com/british-bass-masters/bruce-thomas-profile.html This has been gigged by the previous owner so has the odd mark here and there but nothing nasty. It also has some discoloration of the pole pieces Weight estimated at 4.3kg, around 9lb 8oz. I love the look and feel of this. Great color, classy pick guard and a bridge cover fitted...nice Note: I have since settled into playing short scale 4's and long scale 5's so this isn't being used. No case of strap included. Can post at cost.
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Trades/offers? Maybe a headless passive 5 or a trade for an interesting 4 passive with money my way. This is a G&L custom MJ-5 lightweight, with painted headstock and "empress" wood body. It only weighs around 3.6kg, which is around 7lb 15oz. Superlight and well balanced for a 5. It has a great action and is a pleasure top play. Great colour that really looks great under lights. It's great sounding bass that suits any type of music and is much more user frindly than the L series. I have used it in a very loud heavy band and to record on an acoustic track. Note: The band is now gone and I'm playingh 4's, which is my reason for sale. It was pretty much as new when I got it and remains in similar condition. It comes with it's G&L cert. and case. It is packed full of usable tones and will suit any form of music. £1,100 Demo here:
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I have great memories of this gig (see link) as one of the best gigs and performances that I saw back them. Very memorable and technically brilliant. Zappa shared the stage with the rest while overseeing the whole performance. It was the best! https://vintagerock.wordpress.com/2015/03/23/frank-zappa-newcastle-city-hall-13th-february-1979/
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An old post now but I just picked up a used USA fallout from here and it doesn't disappoint in any way. I was cautious as I couldn't find very much about them so I wouldn't have paid the full price for it (or any other bass to be honest). My ears tell me that it is a great guitar so if you have the disposable dosh check them out!
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Well I have to say that your post has but me off buying one of these unseen. One thought about the above comment though. G&L pickups are hotter in general and you can't max out the tones and volume and expect to get the best from them. I have had an L1500, L2000/2500, and a Skyhawk and ASAT Special 6 stringer and all of them play better with the volume dialed back a touch. That approach opens up a really rich world of beautiful tones from what I believe are fantastic instruments. Enjoy your new bass.
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Thanks all, that will do! Sorted!
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Hi, any7 suggestions to avoid me going down the usual Amazon route? I normally use Thomastik or Elixur
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