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Interesting question, I've been looking for a really nice precision for a while and got a G&L SB-2 in a trade and am not longer looking so I wouldn't overlook them. Don't let the two pickups fool you as it nails the precision sound and feel IMHO If anything ever happened to it I would search out another.

Traded a stingray in a cash/trade deal. Everything went smoothly and was as described. Thanks Andy...

IMHO Fender are good straight out of the packet as are Status half-rounds, If you get Status flats give them a chance to play in as they are also excellent.

Jordi bought my Ibanez 3005E. Straightforward and quick deal despite dealing across Europe. Deal with confidence-recommended, Thanks Jordi

Just released an EP and beginning work on more recordings type bump!

Cam bought a fretless P bass from me. Easy to deal with and a pleasant chap. Recommended!

Wonderful playing...I already use SR5's with flats. I'm pretty sure that I don't sound that good though

These two quotes would be my suggestions: [quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1446762093' post='2902238'] G&L SB2 would be my choice. There is a pic of mine in the gear porn forum, G&L thread, if you want to see how a sunburst one looks. [/quote] [quote name='mr zed' timestamp='1446767173' post='2902283'] Can I be the first to ask why not a second hand USA standard Jazz? The 2008 - 2012 models are great instruments and from 2012 on they were even better IMHO of course due to the CS pups. Graphite rods in the necks as well. Go for Oly White with the maple board. You know it makes sense. Meets all your requirements and is within budget. Anything else is just a copy lol [/quote]

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As a stingray 5 player I really like the newer modern C Fender Standards Precisions. The quality of the newer MIM ones seems much higher than in the past too.

and the rumour that DEREK is bringing a bubble machine isn't true as he doesn't have one. Just saying to avoid disappointment

[quote name='Damonjames' timestamp='1445877550' post='2894961'] What's up with the used gear market these days? [/quote] Prices of good quality new gear has been dropping and the standards of the cheaper gear has been rising. That has a knock-on effect on the prices of 2nd hand gear. It's the new reality

I was looking for a P bass but no longer since I got a G&L SB-2 in a trade. It's a great bass and there is a Tribute version that may be worth a look. Very usable and punchy

Just 1 practice and a few days to go. Music link below [url="https://soundcloud.com/angry-badgers"]https://soundcloud.com/angry-badgers[/url]

[quote name='Phil Starr' timestamp='1445501764' post='2891885'] I'd love to hear any comments about the homebrew 1x12's if any of you tried them. Are we in the right ballpark given that these would cost you less than £150 and will go very loud compared with most commercial 1x12's. Any feedback will be used to improve future designs. [/quote] Sorry I didn't give them more attention, there was lots going on. I thought they looked really well built and sounded good from what I heard.

Before leaving this thread the highlights for me in no particular order were Lakland Decade The Reverant The little Ashbury (I want one) 65 P bass Yamaha 1500 Shuker Custom Status King Bass Andy's pedal board Meeting friends and fellow enthusiasts I also like hearing others play my gear. It is amazing how different bass kit can sound in someone els's hands.

Should we analyse all the basses to see which ones are the best match for each combo next time?

[quote name='Norm' timestamp='1445259831' post='2889983'] what was the retro looking bass with the jazz style pickups & the lovely rolled edges to the fretboard? Didnt get a chance to plug it in, looked very cool! [/quote] The Reverant I think...? Is there a list of what was there as it was a really interesting mix?

It does settle down but every time I practise or go to a gig my ears ring for hours.

Anyone suffer from ringing in the ears because I do? I was fine and wore ear plugs when we were playing loud. That was until a couple of months ago when I went to a a gig where I had to walk past the stacks to get to the loos. When I was passing the singer screamed, which physically hurt my ears. Since then I get ringing in my ears after playing or attending gigs even at moderate volumes. I'm thinking of going to the doctor...is there any point or will it settle down?

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1445190921' post='2889488'] Is this a King bass?? Hard to see from this angle.. [/quote] Yes and it sounded great IMHO

[quote name='Woodinblack' timestamp='1445189332' post='2889465'] [url="http://s405.photobucket.com/user/alienrat/media/Bass%20Bash%20Oct%2015/P1060529_zps4oaz5gnx.jpg.html"][/url] [/quote] Yep I can see me rocking out with one of these Great to meet you all and thanks for letting me try out that wonderful gear! It really was an amazing and diverse collection