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That looks amazing...I wouldn't bang out tunes on it down my local tavern....but it does look fantastic!

The Waitresses....gets my vote also. Elton Johns step into Christmas is 2nd!

GAS is impossible to avoid...but poverty helps to keep the herd thin - for now.

[quote name='Raspatue' timestamp='1418515891' post='2630915'] The 4 string is a fretless 36" bass from the early 90s. Padauk neck and a charry top as far as i know. plays like a dream and sounds like a beast. very deep tone with a faint "mwah" sound. The 6 string is a frettet bass from the early 90s. Maple neck with a fancy fretboard made of different kind of woods, note sure about what all the wood types used are. This bass is my main bass. The B-string is super clear and iwithout any buzz due to its 36" scale. Both basses are very well balanced and are very low waight. Heres a cupple more pictures. [/quote] Wow...thanks for sharing. Amazing basses you have there.

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1418893908' post='2634442'] I would be very reluctant to do business in Russia or with Russians at the best of times. These are not the best of times. [/quote] This. Too risky....way too risky.

[quote name='Kevin Dean' timestamp='1418557605' post='2631102'] After the gig He said that he couldn't go any lower to get the sound He needed to get ? [/quote] In fairness this is also my excuse of choice!

[quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1418493510' post='2630688'] There is a few technically or should i say physically easy tunes that i should be able to play but for some reason can't quiet get to sound right or just can't get my head around for ages then it will click. It's annoying me. And making me think maybe my timing or something is bad. Or is it a case of some types of rhythm suit different people. A lack of general experience maybe?. It is very frustrating when i can play something that on paper is a lot more difficult then something relatively simple comes along and it stumps me. Especially as ive been making some progress of late. I would be interested to know if any of you, get this. [/quote] Stop struggling and you will float...... I can tell that the first thing you need to [i]learn [/i]is[i] to relax[/i].... [i]its [/i]all [i]about having fun[/i].

[quote name='ojplaysbass' timestamp='1418145529' post='2627351'] Seeing as this is kinda the subject here - has anyone has any experience with the neck pocket of an SR605? I ordered one from my local music store which came today and has a 1mm(ish) gap between the neck and body all the way along the upper horn (though the extended portion fits snug) - i left it at the store and asked them to contact their suppliers about getting one with a better fit My question is - is this a QC thing or are my expectations too high? [/quote] I have never had any problems whatsoever with the neck pockets on my SR's at all...in fact, even with the neck pocket screws removed the neck is really tight.and needs considerable persuasion to be removed. I have owned a Sr1205 for over 30 months and gigged it extensively - the fit and finish is absolutely spot on. It is a wonderful bass. I have however played/looked at several 1600's and they have all had the poor wood finish as previously outlined on this thread. I would definitely not buy one for this reason.

[quote name='Raspatue' timestamp='1418421722' post='2630214'] I own these two CT basses.. [/quote] Aha...I knew this thread would uncover a couple! Gorgeous...thanks for sharing.

I almost bought a Letts bass, however was luckily able to pull out prior to pulling the trigger after rumours of discontent from several frustrated buyers reached my ears. They look to be amazing instruments - a real shame that Johns rep has suffered.

Congratulations, nice buy. Totally agree with aforementioned opinions. My 1205 has been my gigging bass of choice for 2 1/2 years now and it has been a really great instrument.

[quote name='spectoremg' timestamp='1417945702' post='2625240'] [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9gKLAKBLu8&list=RDQ9gKLAKBLu8"]https://www.youtube....t=RDQ9gKLAKBLu8[/url] Check out the instrument crime at the end of the vid. They've similar body shapes. [/quote] Ouch...horrible to watch that at the end. Both Jaydee and Pangborn were basically Alembic copies of the highest calibre.

I think that the Jaydee Supernaturals are the best looking basses available. Absolutely gorgeous....they also sound unique.

Having owned both I personally don't believe Jaydee basses are even remotely like Alembics apart from a passing visual resemblance. I would say having read the OP's needs he basically requires another Jaydee.

Ooooh, very, very nice! Congratulations.....enjoy it.

I have played 4, 5 and 6 strings extensively over the years and agree with the OP that I never had much difficulty with any of the transitions. I have settled predominantly on 5 strings because it really works for me in a band setting. transposing key etc. Although I enjoyed playing 6 strings I personally found the high C to be redundant all too often with the styles of music that I play live. Its all good though, music is art...there are no rules.

[quote name='eude' timestamp='1417615065' post='2622244'] All done. Not plugged her in yet, but man alive this is some bass. VERY VERY happy man right now. Eude [/quote] I absolutely love that....it has changed my perception about what I actually like in an ACG bass.

I agree....beautiful bass

As jazz basses go this is a really nice example. I love the colour and the fingerboard is a cracking piece of rosewood. Nice one.

I am really sorry to hear that you have had these problems, this kind of thing is disheartening....no, both of these issues are totally unacceptable on a new instrument. Despite having a massive following Fender quality control is notoriously inconsistent and this seems to be another example. Good luck getting these problems addressed.

[quote name='timmo' timestamp='1417513372' post='2621054'] Would you be happy , if he took the stage when you were playing. [/quote] Yes!

[quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1417185517' post='2617942'] Perhaps it's just GAS speaking? [/quote] ....and there it is!