Jonnyboy Rotten

[quote name='Annoying Twit' timestamp='1433926167' post='2795049'] The 'deko' page shows available immediately, but clicking through to the instruments shows that they are sold out. Unfortunately I wasn't online at the time they went up, it's good to see that others are watching and posting too. [/quote] You are correct and obviously a more thorough chap than I!

They are still showing as available immediately.

PJ and fretless up at the moment!

[list] [*][b]Have you tried Elixir strings before?[/b] [/list] No[list] [*][b]What other brands are you familiar with?[/b] [/list] D'addario. Ernie Ball, DR[list] [*][b]What bass(es) will you try the new strings on?[/b] [/list] Ibanez SR300 (Active) and Squier self build bitsa (Passive) with Seymour Duncan and Wilkinson parts.[list] [*][b]What sort of environment will you be playing them in (e.g studio, gigging, practicing)[/b] [/list] Practicing and music group at church most Sunday mornings.[list] [*][b]Why do you think you'll be a good candidate to test the strings?[/b] [/list] I am below average bass player in terms of skill level but I am passionate and trying to improve all the time. I am always looking for components or accessories that will help me improve my sound. Whenever I review something I try to impartial but still clearly showing the pro's and con's in a fair and concise manner. I have also heard lots of good things about Elixir and I am keen to try some![list] [*][b]Links to any blogs/reviews you may have already posted (not essential but interesting)[/b] [/list] Not specifically string related but these are reviews I have posted. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/220419-olp-mm3-ernie-ball-5-string-review/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/220419-olp-mm3-ernie-ball-5-string-review/[/url] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/198658-hartke-a100-bass-combo-review/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/198658-hartke-a100-bass-combo-review/[/url] And a couple of headphone reviews: [url="http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/cdp/member-reviews/A2C4AJB77WEL0/ref=pdp_new_read_full_review_link?ie=UTF8&page=1&sort_by=MostRecentReview#R2VZGX2IPXHKE8"]http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/cdp/member-reviews/A2C4AJB77WEL0/ref=pdp_new_read_full_review_link?ie=UTF8&page=1&sort_by=MostRecentReview#R2VZGX2IPXHKE8[/url]

Even said it's good for metal!

Done

[quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1433381420' post='2790656'] I don't do 5 stringers, I'm a simple soul and I get lost. Anyway, it's been sold. [/quote] Fair enough.. you could have always just used the B string as a thumb rest! hehe!

[quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1433297292' post='2789863'] I really want a Rick 4003 and a Gibson Thunderbird. I saw Martin Turner playing Wishbone Ash numbers last month and his Thunderbird sounded glorious. He used to play Ricks on the early albums. I'm also a big fan of Chris Squire so I love Ricks. I had a fretless 4001 the '70's, I need another in my life. [/quote] There is a rather tasty Gibbo Thunderbird 5 on sale here at the moment!

[quote name='Joeyfivebags' timestamp='1433149615' post='2788178'] I'm not convinced. Why come up with a fairly innovative design concept in terms of material and construction then make it shaped like a p-bass? A smaller body shape would definitely help with the weight issue that will always plague acrylic instruments. [/quote] People don't like change. You only have to see that the P bass was the first shape and it is still one of (if not THE) most popular bass shapes. Innovative designs like the Steinberger Spirit and Westone Rail bass were great concepts but ultimately didn't sell many as they were niche. If I was setting up a new guitar company with a new concept of building the bodies - I would either: 1) take a tried and tested shape - probably P or Jazz - and then make it using unorthadox materials and construction method or 2) take a new and distinctive shape and build it from more traditional materials. If you do both at the same time you risk alienating a huge number of potential clients as you are reducing the points of reference that make bass guitar designs popular. I think the concept of the OP is pretty cool but I wouldn't have one myself.

Very cool and I will probably get a pack of them! The battery companies probably had thought of this before but didn't bring it out as it would mean far fewer battery sales!

1) Fender Jazz Bass 1972 2) Fender Jazz Bass 1966 3) Fender Jazz Bass 1983 4) Fender Jazz Bass 1979 5) Fodera Emperor (passive mode) 6) Fender Jazz Bass 2008

Oh my! That is beautiful! Given that it is difficult to get a unique headstock design without it looking weird or peculiar you guys just nailed it!

[quote name='sk8' timestamp='1432644183' post='2783485'] Mine is being delivered in person tonight [/quote] Just make sure he doesn't chuck it over the gate and leave it in the rain!

It might not be who you thought! They are the most famous, though not necessarily for playing bass! [url="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3087948/But-play-Queen-Prince-William-reveals-hidden-talent-bass-guitar-signed-80s-pop-group-Aswad.html"]http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3087948/But-play-Queen-Prince-William-reveals-hidden-talent-bass-guitar-signed-80s-pop-group-Aswad.html[/url] [b] But can he play anything by Queen? Prince William reveals hidden talent for bass guitar... and has already been 'signed up' by 80s reggae outfit Aswad[/b] [list] [*][size=1][b]William revealed his talent while presenting an MBE to Brinsley Forde[/b][/size] [*][size=1][b]Mr Forde was the lead singer of 1980s reggae group, Aswad[/b][/size] [*][size=1][b]Joked that he had signed the Duke up after picking up his gong[/b][/size] [*][size=1][b]Spent yesterday at a wildlife conference in the Swiss town of Gland[/b][/size] [*][size=1][b]Has been on paternity leave following birth of baby Princess Charlotte[/b][/size] [*][size=1][b]William is known to be a fan of Kanye West, Coldplay and Linkin Park[/b][/size] [/list] [color=#000000][left] [size=4][size=1]He once admitted to liking US rockers Linkin Park and has since confessed to having a penchant for Coldplay and Kanye West among others. [/size][/size] [size=4][size=1]Now, the Duke of Cambridge has revealed that he has a musical talent of his own and can play the bass guitar.[/size][/size] [size=4][size=1]William made the admission as he presented Brinsley Forde, frontman of 80s reggae group, Aswad, with an MBE at Windsor Castle.[/size][/size] [size=4][size=1][size=1]The Duke, who has been on paternity leave following the birth of his daughter Charlotte two weeks ago, told the musician that he is 'a bit good' at playing the instrument.[/size][/size][/size] [size=4][size=1]Afterwards, a delighted Mr Forde said: 'I’ve just got a new bass player - you might know him as the Duke of Cambridge.[/size][/size] [size=4][size=1]'He said "I’m a bit good on the bass guitar" so I’m thinking of signing him up, but he’s got such a lot of other duties I don’t know whether he’ll have time to do it.'[/size][/size] [size=4][size=1]William, who spent yesterday at a wildlife conference in Switzerland, isn't the only member of the Royal Family to boast a talent for music.[/size][/size] [size=4][size=1]Prince Charles is famously good at playing the cello, while Princess Beatrice has been known to try her hand at the piano. [/size][/size][/left][/color]

[quote name='TimR' timestamp='1432110295' post='2778144'] Even the OP said he'd calmed down the next day after opening the pack and finding the bass was fine. That's what I see as one of the problems with the Internet. No one takes a step back and has a think about what's actually happening. Straight away get on a forum, get more worked up with the help of forum members, fire off an email, demand your pound of flesh. Disproportionate reactions. . [/quote] In principle I agree with you but the OP stated that he simply made a complaint in the way that PF told him to. What ParcelForce then decide do with that information is nothing to do with the OP. I would have been angry if a courier had done that to my delivery and I would have complained too. Simple as - no overeaction (by the OP) - no storm in a teacup.

Great build - loving this! Can't wait to see it progress!

Looks very Autumnal but that flower on the end of the headstock is begging to be knocked off at a gig!

I just pulled the trigger on an HB Bass Uke. The login screen keeps telling me: [color=#008000][b]Not yet processed - Order will soon be commissioned and shipped.[/b][/color] Come on!!!! Its been two hours since I placed the order...!

I think this tuner stands toe-to-toe with other models.

[url="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Primeshop-Clip-Chromatic-Acoustic-Electric-Ukulele/dp/B00DYFZQMK/ref=sr_1_171?ie=UTF8&qid=1430990792&sr=8-171&keywords=bass+ukulele"]http://www.amazon.co.uk/Primeshop-Clip-Chromatic-Acoustic-Electric-Ukulele/dp/B00DYFZQMK/ref=sr_1_171?ie=UTF8&qid=1430990792&sr=8-171&keywords=bass+ukulele[/url]

Possibly looking to get a bass uke. Have DV 247 got back to you Alyctes?

Yeah Me too! This is basically me on the day of delivery:

[url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuIkrsdrJLY"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuIkrsdrJLY[/url]