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The most important thing is that you had a go....don't give up. You learnt some of the music games harsh truths on that gig; 1. You cannot trust other players you haven't rehearsed with (regardless of how good they tell you they are) - a lot of players can talk the talk, but are actually s**t. 2. Audiences at gigs can be a bunch of t**ts....you were doing them a favour by providing free entertainment 3. Many venues will not appreciate you...same as above, you did them a favour by playing for free and they couldn't even buy you a drink....this is typical in my experience. My cardinal rule in relation to preparing for gigs is practice practice practice.

Loving this. The schematic looks logical and right to me...but I am no expert when it comes to guitar elecs.

Superb! This sounds like a fantastic experience...love your bass too. Well done.

The original question is, of course, a rhetorical one.

The correct answer is no....but they make a mean curry!

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1367143082' post='2061566'] As an antidote to the most ugly bass thread, I'm taking subscriptions for the most beautiful bass ever. I'm voting for the Gibson Thunderbird. Designed by Ray H. Dietrich it embodies the optimism of late 50's Americana. Sat in my living room it looks like a rocket-ship waiting for somewhere to go, and when I strap it on, I'm the Captain baby! Knocks all others into a cocked hat [/quote] You are on the money and have summed up my exact sentiments regarding the T Bird...it's not a bass, it's a piece of classic art design!

Oh Yeah! That steaming was well worth it...that is a really nice Alder body. This is a great restoration job!

Same here....massive Kate Bush fan and would love the gig...but probably about 600 miles too far out of your catchment area Good luck!

Looking good already!

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1366476272' post='2053082'] In the past I've had to wait for things to turn up and during that time I invariably decide that I didn't really want it anyway. When I think about it, that happens most of the time, which is probably why I only own what I use, and I've got such a low buying/selling count. [/quote] Pay attention Marcus....this is wisdom!

[quote name='gunkbass' timestamp='1366476622' post='2053090'] I'm thinking of getting an sr500 or 600 i know the 6 is dearer but is it worth the extra? [/quote] I believe it is the exact same bass, the only difference being the body wood. The Swamp Ash 605 has a slightly different bottom end response. I prefer the grain pattern on the Ash too...but its six of one half a dozen of another. Both sound great.

For me the transition was not a problem...I did however find out that 35" scale 5'ers do not suit me at all. Fell in love with the look of the Yamaha TRB ...but found it totally uncomfortable. Laklands felt a bit better...but after I played the Ibanez 5'ers it was love!

[quote name='gstirrat' timestamp='1366465771' post='2052936'] Aye - It certainly is. Would a MusicMan give just as punchy a sound? [/quote] Love the sound of Stingrays!

Forgiveness if this has appeared elsewhere upon the forum. Alex Lifeson's speech must be the finest ever at an awards ceremony.....approx 4.30 on the clip. Hilarious! http://youtu.be/7M7AEi68a20

[quote name='gstirrat' timestamp='1366458032' post='2052831'] Aye, It's ridiculously bendy! Maybe that's his secret. . . Cheers for the quick response! Not too familiar with Tobias, but it's time for me to swat up on their basses! [/quote] Yes, looks like one of the Gibson era Growler models...variable in quality but the good ones are great. The market isn't flooded with them but they can be picked up for £6-800. I played on in strung out guitars in Glasgow a couple of years ago....very nice!

[quote name='gstirrat' timestamp='1366456448' post='2052804'] Just came across this guy on YouTube. He's got one of the fattest punchy tones I've ever heard. Looks like he's got a pretty chuncky soapbar for the pickup. Does anybody have any idea what bass he's playing, or any guesses as to what the Pickup or Preamp must be? Here he is: [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRdRSNQdWMM&list=UUnFlD8ZtEAbxRL95jRSuDVA&index=1[/media] [/quote] Tobias bass (probably a "Growler") - more than likely Bartolini soapbar and onboard pre.

[quote name='SpaceChick' timestamp='1366451475' post='2052732'] I'm with you Fumps, I LOVE my Ibanez SR300! I have been eyeing up the SR500s too. I'd be too scared to take a really expensive bass to a gig!! [/quote] I use an SR605 as my backup bass at gigs......such a beautiful bass, so tactile, organic and playable. The SR1205 has all of the good traits and so much more!

In keeping with everything in life, if you continually try to be something that you are not you will be unsuccessful....or ultimately unhappy.

I'm onboard....love old Gibson basses (my guilty pleasure). Look forward to following this thread.

I love the extra low end of 5 string and have also flirted with 6...but found that much less useful in a band/live performance scenario. My band transpose most of our covers to suit our singers range, I have found that 5 strings allow me to better facilitate the whole process without losing any low end. Love 5 strings long time

Its a real shame that this happened. Some people pay good money for the beat up look...but when you like a nice finish this kind of thing is quite stressful.

[quote name='Tankdave' timestamp='1366308537' post='2050927'] I have considered them too, but I do not like gold H/W, hence my choice. One of my concerns is how they balance?, i.e. neck dive, the necks are made of heavy wood and that titanium adds even more weight. Also, does anyone know if the neck dimensions & profiles are the same across the whole SR range? [/quote] My SR1205 is my gigging and rehearsal bass of choice and has seen off several of my more expensive instruments. There is no neck dive and the balance, sound and playability is perfect. Mine has a Wenge/Bubinga neck with titanium rods...but weighs in at 8lbs. Not bad for a 5 string I think you will agree. IMHO thse instruments are superbly well designed, sound fantastic and offer incredible value for money....as usual however the headstock brand name snobs ignore them. Makes them all the better in my eyes. I