Norris

It all started when Henry coiled one

[quote name='Hobbayne' timestamp='1505068051' post='3369281'] I once played a gig with the drummer who played on Lucky Number by Lena Lovitch. [/quote] Well if drummers are fair game... Once in my youth, back in the 80s, after a few beers, I was told that I was drinking with the drummer from Liquid Gold (one hit wonder: Dance Yourself Dizzy) and then proceeded to take the piss out of the tiny shiny gold shorts he wore on TOTP. He stood up to hit a cymbal at a certain point in the chorus which what made me remember them

Perhaps the higher action allows the fundamental frequency to ring better? It will have a larger string deflection than the overtones. There again if you are getting no fret crashing at all, then I don't know. I keep my action in "dig in" adjustment

[quote name='Count Bassy' timestamp='1505484944' post='3372308'] It might actually end up bieng left in the flat/house as it belongs to a family member. [/quote] Buy a small amp and have it delivered there direct? Then you don't have to carry it around

Definitely try an Ampeg BA-108 if you can. Lovely little practice amp and probably suitable for lower volume gigs

If anyone has ever wondered about the quality of a KiOgon loom - it's fabulous

I might be a little late to this one, but I've been gigging my V3 500 combo regularly for about 3 years. I've never found it lacking in oomph even on outdoor gigs and it is so much more articulate than the Peavey Databass combo it replaced. The tone controls have a large effect on the sound but I tend to use them fairly neutral - the natural tone is very good. The overdrive is also very good. I don't use the tone shaping buttons though. The best bit is the light weight - a one-handed lift, which is a revelation compared to my old Peavey

My current builds are lacquered but I'm definitely going to use oil on the next one - it seems a lot easier to get a good finish. Beautiful work Jez

[quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1505208498' post='3370164'] I may very well do the same, just picked up a cheap Squier PJ for a backup and that mod sounds handy... [/quote] A new loom is on order with him

I've had mine for 2 or 3 years now. Love it

It's passive and fitted with SD QPs. I might just give KiOgon a shout when I've found out if the knobs are split shaft or splines

P/J - they are both single coils (albeit split P). Is it worth trying a series/parallel switch? Anybody else tried it? The J volume pot needs replacing and the jack socket is a cheap Squier one, so I'll be sorting the whole loom out anyway.

It's a basic lack of honour

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1504637677' post='3366304'] Did any guitars meet an untimely death? [/quote] None were killed. He did throw a couple around though.

Quite a heavy set but very well executed ... except ... (and I am a fan) ... he's no Angus Young. Master of the guitar, excellent control of effects and feedback, can play flawlessly while leaping or rolling around the floor, brilliant showman - but I thought the BIB solo was a bit lame. There - I said it Chris was immense on the bass, although Mrs Norris said he looked like he had severe constipation belting out some of the harmonies Edit: Great to see Brian though!

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1504631955' post='3366232'] Twerking, we had some young ladies twerking at a recent gig. I'm 64, I remember commenting to our drummer; "This is something I'm suppose to like, right?" Blue [/quote] Apparently so. I don't find it particularly attractive myself - even when a young lady is doing it, rather than the chunky middle aged woman we were subjected to

Who wouldn't try to strangle the trombonist?

Give Andy Holland a call on 07919 651209. He refinished my Aria (linked in my sig? Can't see it on mobile site) and has recently done a lovely Firebird in Pelham Blue Edit; He's based in Blaby

My copy (of the first book) arrived today. Mrs Norris has probably already started on it before I get home from work

Lovely work. I'm liking the new headstock shape too

[quote name='KevB' timestamp='1504473596' post='3365154'] No probs Norris, had been meaning to catch your band for a while but my last band was very busy with not many weekends off. Trying to get to see a few bc'ers now during a quiet period before next major project kicks in. Sorry didnt make it to end but sounded very solid what I heard, all good musos but gtr/vox guy from MT's band must be great to have around. [/quote] Yes he is quite handy I've been playing in bands with him for over 32 years now

It's not so bad when a young woman is doing it, but best avoided when you hit middle age or beyond :s Edit: And I should also thank KevB for taking the time to come and see us - and for not twerking

Good gig last night except for the twerkaholic dancer. Yep, she twerked along to a good slice of 70s rock The strangest part of the evening was when the dance floor was packed for Frankenstein by the Edgar Winter Band. Progtastic!

If you didn't have a case for each bass, how would you stack them all under the bed?! Yes I do. Some may be on wall hangers or stands but they each have a case to call their own

[quote name='honza992' timestamp='1504215712' post='3363518'] I once cut out a body only to realise I had the template on upside down so the nice wood was at the back and the knots and worm holes were at the front. Would have been fine for a lefty, but, well I'm not......Numpty [/quote] A lad did that at my guitar building class the other week. The instructor didn't notice either! Luckily it was the neck template so he's now making a reverse headstock telecaster! They had just finished cutting the truss rod channel when I pointed out the error. Doh!