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[i]Astral Weeks[/i] was my first introduction to Van the Man, and I have owned a copy since 1978! A unique work with an incredible atmosphere.

[quote name='Bassman Steve' timestamp='1441975580' post='2863430'] I have owned a decent number of very nice pre-CBS Precisions and now consider myself to be past the snobbery of those basses. My favourite period for them is 1966 to 1973/4 because you get a nice light bass which is every bit as good as a pre-CBS bass without the price tag. So, as an investment - yes. As an instrument to be played - no. [/quote] [quote name='xroads' timestamp='1441982493' post='2863534'] Is it worth it? Only you can decide. Do you want to collect? Or just make music? Or invest money? Or own a piece of history? Very different aspects which can mean ís it worth it'.... [/quote] Well I am a player, not a collector or an investor. My own rule is: if it says 'take me - I'm yours' it comes home with me. I have never regretted a purchase made on that basis, whereas 'this seems to meet my requirements' can lead to buyer's regret!

[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1441833630' post='2862246'] I liked the video, I agree with pretty much all of it [/quote] Me too, I can't fault his reasoning (apart form the final T-shirt message).

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1441950158' post='2863142'] If you've tried both, and you think the 63 is twice as good, and you can afford it....then yes [/quote] I haven't tried both, and I almost dare not until I could afford to take the plunge. And yes, that is exactly how it would have to go. Actually I did try an early 60s P in the Bass Gallery a couple of years ago, but I was in 5-string-buying mode so it was just idle curiosity, I wasn't assessing it as a potential purchase. Re-phrasing my original question, who here has paid loads more for their 60s than for their 70s P, and specifically why?

I've just been offered a spot in a big band, and going through the pad I found [i]Birdland[/i] by Weather Report. The written part is all low-register (the horns do Jaco's high parts), but I felt I needed a refresher to how the tune went, and found this YouTube clip. Oh the tightness of the band! The lameness of the jackets! And most of all, the burgeoning splendour of the band barnets! http://youtu.be/pcEKAWZ1Nbk

[quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1441903628' post='2862856'] It's more collectible, which obviously equals more costly Is it worth it? Well it's not going to be twice as good but if you get a good 60's one, they are very special. My one gives me a very pleasurable feeling each and every time I open the case. So does my 75 though [/quote] And my '73! [quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1441904598' post='2862861'] I'm going to say yes, but I have an agenda [/quote] So do I [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1441908388' post='2862897'] My 76 P is 8.5lb - just to be irritating. But it certainly is a growling bastard, no doubt about that. [/quote] And my '73 is 9lb4oz so anything less is a bonus. It can growl, but it's also a sweet-talking mofo... or something.

I think the stamp TRANS refers to the finish, i.e. transparent so that the grain is visible, rather than a solid colour.

I have a '73 Precision that I love, but I am also GASing over a '63 that's up for sale. The asking price is more than twice what I paid for the '73 - can it really be worth it? Although it's a question only I can answer when I have both in front of me, what does the BC Massive think?

I recommend the MXR Phase 100, doesn't take out the bottom end too much.

Ok not eBay but we have a few Madrileño BC members who might be interested in this. In the Cash Converters opposite our hotel in Calle el Doctor Esquerdo there is a Mag 300 head priced at €122 (about £92).

Running the string through the body will [u]not[/u] change the tension on the neck.

[quote name='colgraff' timestamp='1441217189' post='2857060'] @Delbert. We used to put Batman in Brown Eyed Girl. [/quote] I bet she was surprised

[quote name='steve-bbb' timestamp='1441132260' post='2856350'] Play it clean No amount of effects and pedals can compete with the power of the funk beamed down from the mothership Hope this helps [/quote]

[quote name='phil.c60' timestamp='1441129679' post='2856321'] So why don't you just put a figure on it - just think of how much fuel you'll use, add a tenner for a dodgy burger and a cup of coffee, call him back and tell him that's how much you want and for that money if it is the afternoon slot the dog can even sit on the stage. I said sit, there are limits. At least he can't complain to the others that he doesn't know if you'll do it or for how much. [/quote] [quote name='the boy' timestamp='1441129951' post='2856325'] Excellent...... We've got a plan. [/quote] Yes indeed.

I don't really suffer from OSAS (Overplayed Somg Aversion Syndrome), but on guitar I hate You Really Got Me. Not being EVH, I struggle to find something worthwhile to play in the solo.

[quote name='jazzyvee' timestamp='1441051895' post='2855744'] Looks good but those demo's make it sound too gritty for my taste. I'll try on out when I see one in a shop. [/quote] It does sound very grindy, but you can see the clip light flashing in the Bobby Vega vid.

http://youtu.be/7OZ05NUrBa0 Runs into 4 ohms or 2 ohms. $699 => £699 in the UK.

http://youtu.be/z1rwsUtLH7U

[quote name='The Badderer' timestamp='1440975784' post='2855111'] After all of the above, BA (to the best of my knowledge) changed their baggage policy. Initially on multiple readings I am 99% sure it said, they will take Musical instruments for free in the hold, as well as your 23KG baggage allowance. Now they are saying, that was never the case and the instrument was always part of the baggage allowance and they never allow instruments in the cabin (unless something small that will fit in the overhead lockers) unless I wanted to buy an extra seat for it.... yeah because the spare ticket is probably twice the price of this bass below So I will be going to the US with no bass, and buying..... [url="http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/JBassJJLPB"]http://www.sweetwate...tail/JBassJJLPB[/url] [/quote] Fwiw I think that's a good call. No worries on the way out, and if you get to love this bass you can always bring it back disassembled or invest in an ATA case for future flying-with-bass adventures.

Trial and error is actually the best way to set a compressor! There are no 'magic' settings, as the results depend so crucially on the bass, the pickup selection and tone setting, and most of all the way you play. Having said that, there is a very good guide to setting up your compressor on the [url="http://www.ovnilab.com/articles/setup.shtml"]Ovni Labs website[/url]. Enjoy!