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[quote name='paulbass' timestamp='1397893676' post='2428244'] Thanks guys i think you've convinced my to keep hold of my warwick and resist my impulses to get the Ibanez...for now! I think i will look out for a secondhand one when one comes available and that gives me time to save up. Cheers! [/quote] As an owner of both a Warwick and Ibanez (an SR though) I think your making the right move as you need both
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[quote name='edstraker123' timestamp='1397834323' post='2427792'] Hi pinball what condition is it in - any marks or blemishes ? Regards, Ed [/quote] Hi Ed, its like new as I can't see any marks on the bass only a few on the case. A nice bass. -
"[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1397561548' post='2425119'] In true end all that you get from a thread like this is a whole load of suggestions of strings to try. The only person who can say whether they are any good is you. Everybody's tastes are different and it's all subjective. Personally I wouldn't put a set of DR strings on my bass ever again. [/quote]. There isn't a right answer is there but there are lots of useful pointers
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[quote name='Pinball' timestamp='1397509881' post='2424721'] Hmm well I stuck some Status flats on that I had lying around because I didn't like them on my other bass and they sound pretty good. They have lost most of the growl though but are lively enough to "funk". I'm surprised as I didn't like them on my other bass. [/quote] Last night I adjusted the pre-amp a touch and they are sounding event nicer. Next step is that I'll try them with the band. There are an awful lot of variables here. For example my FNA has one big humbucker and a Bart pre-amp conversion. I'd be interested to hear more about people using flats live as it wasn't something I was considering before trying these. Thanks for the imput as its giving me plenty to think about. Having pointers is very useful.
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Hmm well I stuck some Status flats on that I had lying around because I didn't like them on my other bass and they sound pretty good. They have lost most of the growl though but are lively enough to "funk". I'm surprised as I didn't like them on my other bass.
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Hi, I just got myself a Warwick FNA 5 stringer with a Bart pre-amp and want to treat it to some new strings. I like the sound that it has at the moment but the trouble is that neither I or the previous owner can figure out what strings are on it other than that they are stainless. I want to retain some of the piano quality and growl without it being overpowering and was wondering what others use? Note: I go through this every time I get a new bass and am hoping I can avoid wasting money on strings that I won't use this time. Strings that I do like and have used on other basses are Status Half rounds on my LTD, Status Hotwires 45-135, Stadium elites,[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]D'addario[/font][/color] Chrome flats, EB flats. I think for the Warwick I'll be sticking to rounds Any assistance that helps me decide is much appreciated. I need to settle on strings before final set up
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I wouldn't worry, its a bargain! Congrats
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[quote name='BurritoBass' timestamp='1397072590' post='2420452'] 15w is fine. I used the Blues Jr for country (think clean tones) & never had a problem. It was a brilliant amp. I don't think mine ever went past 4 on the dial & in fact my guitarist uses it now as I've kept it going since returning to bass. [/quote] Same here, I have never needed to turn it right up yet. I play mainly clean with a tele and occasional effects pedals. My previous combo was a Peavy Bandit 112, which was something like 80w. Nice amp but I haven't noticed much difference since changing to the blues Junior. It's not an amp for everyone though. Try before you buy.
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Hi, I use my teeny Fender Blues Junior lll 15w. I find it fine for small gigs and mic it up for larger ones. Never had any complaints
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[quote name='JamieR' timestamp='1395854479' post='2407234'] Surprisingly little interest in this bass. I have reduced the price to £650 which is an absolute steal given the quality and condition. [/quote] Indeed it is! GLWTS -
If you like them as you say then i suggest they you get some gigs in the calendar to focus on. That will either make or break the band
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I love them they as my experience is that they play great and the electronics sound "massive". String spacing may be an issue if you play other basses and slap. Any doubts just try before you buy.
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[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1396246743' post='2411252'] Yes of course. I'm going to hang out for a while though, there is a bit of interest in picking the remaining cab up. I've not tried the streamliner myself, I've been running these with a shuttlemax. I would imagine it would be a cracking combination though. Still undecided as to whether I'll keep the shuttlemax... It sounds wonderful but I'm a bit wary of massively overpowering whatever 112s I end up using... [/quote] I have a Streamliner 600 and one of these. Both myself and my band like it a lot. Very easy to dial in the sounds I want -
In 5 stringers Ibanez SR series most of which are 16.5, LTD and ESP Surveyors 17.5 and I believe some of the courts like the A5. I know because I search them out as I like them
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Band breaking up, what now? play or practice?
Pinball replied to Pinball's topic in General Discussion
[quote name='ubit' timestamp='1395855095' post='2407253'] I have always played by ear and have never had any problems but then again, I started learning when you had to keep lifting the needle off the record to listen to pieces again and again. I have always had a band to interact with, so again, no problems. Thing is, I recently started thinking, I need something more, so I started getting guitar lessons. Ive always had a rudimentary ability on guitar, but wanted to learn proper like, so now I am finding a completely new interest in , not just guitar , but bass too, as I now have a decent clue about theory and what notes I am actually playing, due to scales and such, so, I would say if you want to really get into your instrument, by all means take lessons, but not just bass lessons. Guitar lessons from a decent teacher will bring you on on both instruments. Good luck and I hope you are happy with whatever you choose to do [/quote] Thanks, I think I'll do that. I need to play guitar as well as bass anyway. I wish I could develop my musical ear well enough to play the notes I want without thinking about it. Maybe thats the way to go -
[quote name='benh' timestamp='1395826856' post='2406685'] Would you be willing to courier? Cheers [/quote] Hi apologies for not coming back sooner, In theory yes I could post but there are a few obstacles to overcome. Like being in for collection and packing materials. I'll PM you if I figure a a around it.
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Sold
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Band breaking up, what now? play or practice?
Pinball replied to Pinball's topic in General Discussion
Thanks for the advice, keep playing and enjoy and learn as I go seems to be the message I'm picking up [quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1395741445' post='2405598'] In the aftermath of band breakups, I've found a few months off beneficial - no matter how amicable it is it takes time to brush it off and dust yourself down. I've not rushed back into the first thing that comes up just so I can play - if something's not right, be it the music or the people then I've passed on it. I took some lessons in the downtime and it really opened up my eyes (or at least gave names to things I already did but didn't know why). [/quote] That sounds appealing to me. I write songs for both bands that I'm in and I'm feeling tired and uninspired. I probably need to relax back into things. I guess it depends what type of person you are. Thanks I'm glad I posted -
I started playing guitar and bass a couple of years back after a long break to record a couple of song ideas having played lead guitar in the past and really enjoyed playing bass. I decided bass was what I wanted to play but I was then persuaded to play guitar to accompany a friend. Since then I have been playing guitar in one band and bass in another. The thing is that I play from ear and know what sounds good but often don't know why. I find playing as an amateur in two bands, that I never have the time to learn the theory or improve my technique. Now the band I play lead in is throttling back and may even fold. Should I try and resurrect it or keep it going or use the time take a break and practise and improve my bass? My bass playing has been gradually improving in terms of timing and technique but not in terms of theory. I'm honestly not sure what would be best. Any advice to help clarify my thinking?
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Yamaha trb 1005 Natural Maple....Price drop to £325
Pinball replied to garbev's topic in Basses For Sale
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A bump is in order I think
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Kings od speed? Ejection, is a great choice or what about Urban Gorilla?
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Ibanez BTB675 Vs. Yamaha TRBX505 (Purchase advise needed!)
Pinball replied to Robinanimate's topic in Bass Guitars
[quote name='White Cloud' timestamp='1395431743' post='2402510'] My honest advice for this type of question remains the same......Play them all and buy [i]your [/i]favourite. Instrument choice is [i]entirely subjective[/i]! [/quote] I agree. If you can try them do. I think they are both good choices and I love Bartolini electronics but the BTB is more quirky so you really should try that one before buying. I have played TRBX 4 and 5 stings and they have all been light and feel great, they have great necks and a really nice sound. If you can't try them go with the TRBX. Washburns? I never played one but I have been offered some 2nd hand here in trades and they don't seem to hold their value well. I see no reason to go there. -
Thanks, I'm already wondering if I'm doing the right thing putting it up for sale TBH
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[font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#282828]Hi a stunning bass this in terms of sound and style and as a result of owning it I then went on to buy a 5 stringer SR3005E that has become my main bass. Since then this is unplayed. The action of this bass is amazing and it comes with an nice fitting functional case.[/color][/font] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#282828]I was planning to stash it under the bed but as my Farida Hypersonic hasn't sold yet I thought I would put it out there for sale as I have seen something else that I want. I found a post for what I believe to be the same bass here as the description fits perfectly:[/color][/font] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/174281-sold-ibanez-sr1300-japan-custom-made-w-east-u-retro-barts/page__p__1634317__hl__sr1300__fromsearch__1#entry1634317"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry1634317[/url] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif][color=#282828]"A real exotic beauty this one. The body is paduak that has sandwich layers of another wood in there too. The unbelievably slim and fast neck is a 5-piece bubinga/wenge laminated structure. The fingerboard is a highly figured wenge.[/color][/font] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Both pickups are the superb US Bartolini P and J type, the original Ibanez pickups are long gone as is the original pre-amp which has been replaced with an East U-Retro Deluxe (passive tone pot and push/pull for active/passive operation. You will see that there is a mini-toggle switch, this is not connected but the internals of the switch are there for any future modifications. There is also an LED holder near that switch which could be used to house part of an East BLI-01 low battery indicator or similar.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]You can see on the pictures that there is a small hole on the headstock fascia where someone had previously fitted an alternative truss rod cover. This can be easily filled and touched up if need be and if you want it done let me know.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]This is a fantastic instrument, is extremely versatile with the amazing P/J Barts and East U-Retro and it its very light too at 7.6 lb. It has a nice medium/low set up and it intonates beautifully. [/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]It has those special dunlop recessed straplock and it comes with both insert parts for mounting to a strap.[/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]There's a tiny bit of paint damage on the tip of the headstock as pictured"[/font][/color] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/174281-sold-ibanez-sr1300-japan-custom-made-w-east-u-retro-barts/page__p__1634317__hl__sr1300__fromsearch__1#entry1634317"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry1634317[/url]
