Norris

Both Fender and Gibson tried to stop copies being made, especially in the far East, but eventually realised the futility of doing so. China is finally starting to tighten its copyright laws, but too late for a lot of manufacturers. Rickenbacker are still attacking windmills in true Don Quixote style

I used this http://www.catmusic99.co.uk/product/shielding_paint

Mine developed an after a couple of months. GAK handled it well, Fender fixed it, no issues since It sounds great with all my basses including my Stagg EUB

I was looking at Black Dog Music Supples earlier. They had a range in the "Truss Rods" section. They may have the correct size

If it's super rare, and assuming it's a bolt on neck, would you be better to get a reproduction fretted neck made and store the original fretless neck away safely?

Fantastic job. Well done

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1455756143' post='2982244'] Question, am I the only guy on bass chat that loves gigging at the bar band level? Blue [/quote] I love gigging in pubs/bars, but then I have a day job. Colour me a weekend warrior and proud of it

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1455758202' post='2982256'] I like that method when the transition to the next song is done quick. A lot better than way too much time between songs, like a high school level band. My band doesn't do this, but I also think medleys, stringing a few songs together is cool. Blue [/quote] Actually there tends to be quite a lot of banter in between songs. Although sometimes we'll do a medley for up to half an hour - all transitioned at random and no idea what is coming next. We tend to have a very relaxed atmosphere, a fun evening - with some serious music too

[quote name='FinnDave' timestamp='1455641475' post='2981021'] Our guitarist likes to keep the rest of the band guessing too! [/quote] It's not just me then. Our songs are picked from a list as we go. The guitarist will often just tear into the opening riff and we just follow along

The guitarist needs to shape up or ship out

I've always used my GT6B pedal for muting. I'll try it next time I fire up my Rumble

Changing worn out pots on a vintage guitar is a bit like replacing worn out brake pads on a vintage car. It's a necessary evil to make it roadworthy. However old brake pads are a lot easier to re-line! Try to find some NOS parts if you can to keep it period correct, and keep the originals.

That looks a very professional job. That piping sets them off really well. I hope they sound as good as they look - have fun at your gig!

If anybody from the East Midlands is interested in trying one, I'll be taking mine to the next bash

That's looking lovely

As Andy says, I'd probably do it by hand. However it might be worth considering a Dremel router if you're determined to use power tools. You can get some very small flush trim bits

Although I've never seen one in the flesh, they are also available as a standalone head. My only criticisms are: The extension cab socket is 1/4" jack, not Speakon You have to buy the overdrive foot switch separately (although not too expensive)

[quote name='The Hat' timestamp='1455042138' post='2975365'] I actually have a small Kustom amp, nothing special but like I say I know feck all about em. [/quote] I have one of these but tbh it's pretty crap for bass. The cheapo electric drum kit sounds great through it but for bass practice I use a knackered old 1x12 powered monitor wedge in preference

I recommend getting a Roq-Solid cover for it. I ordered one with an optional front pocket and cut some hardboard to fit, to give the front cloth a bit of added protection. They are not cheap but a good investment as it has kept my combo looking pristine

I love mine. I did have to send it back under warranty for a bit of fettling, but even that was pretty painless thanks to GAK's excellent customer service. It has been very reliable ever since and has continued to heft the good tonez every gig

I've got next week off and am hoping to make a bit of progress on my telecaster guitar scratch build. It's been going so slow recently

Another Rumble 500 owner. Fantastic for the money. Packs a punch with great tone, and a one-handed lift

A small cheap hard case for my bass leads and mic Two large cheap sports bags for the lights A padded case for my multi effects pedal The lighting stands in a bag My combo in a cover All of them light enough to lift one-handed. Lots of trips but doesn't kill my back!

I don't think I'd be too chuffed if someone started hassling me to sell a bass that I'd only just bought. I think the correct etiquette here, as others have mentioned, is to contact the seller to ask the buyer if they mind having their details passed on. And the success of that would depend on the tone of voice used. Polite enquiries are more likely to be successful than demands.

As others have mentioned, they take a couple of weeks to lose the zinginess. Until then noise is kind of inevitable