Norris

I have two straps that I use. Both are black (go with anything) Comfort Strapps and have Schaller strap locks attached (as do all of my basses), but on one the neck end lock is fitted in reverse for attaching to my Thunderbird.

You need to agree with all the band members that your next rehearsal is a "dress rehearsal" and the aim is to run through your entire set end-to-end as if you were performing at your gig. With only 8 songs you should then have time afterwards for an autopsy. Do this earlier rather than later, expect a complete car crash, and hope that it puts the wind up your git/voc to get him to pull his finger out. Do it all again at the following rehearsal. Hopefully it'll evetually allow you to walk out of the gig with head held high, and will certainly let you know if you want to continue working with him.

[quote name='ChunkyMunky' timestamp='1432843951' post='2785606'] Hey, all. The idea of changing the tuners is a bit far for me. I love the bass as it is and I don't fancy altering it, if I have to. Could anyone recommend me a fantastic wide strap at all, please? Heck, I even considered getting backing into bodybuilding so I can use it properly again. [/quote] Comfort Strapp - it's a brand, check it out I wouldn't use anything else now

Go on then, one quick mobile snap to whet your appetite...

There is a slight bit of high end hum but it won't be noticeable on a gig. It's there whether I use the original BB circuit (which still works) or the one that Prostheta supplied. I can't recall if it used to do that anyway it's been so long since I heard it! Still grinning

I've only just finished tidying the wiring and now really need some daylight to take decent photos. I'm busy tomorrow evening so it's going to be Saturday at the earliest (and then I'm supposed to be fitting the mantelpiece over the fire or Mrs Norris will not be pleased!) I'll sort them asap

[quote name='bartelby' timestamp='1432831180' post='2785439'] I was wondering when it would turn up. [/quote] I really need to link a card to my PayPal account. The eCheque took time to clear. Delivery from Rautia Guitars was very good after that

Pickup fitted - it lives again! Still got that sweet middly burp. Full photos and possibly sound samples will follow I promise

The pickup has arrived...

[quote name='PaulWarning' timestamp='1432829522' post='2785415'] mine makes a horrible noise too, if I have the bass control turned up too high [/quote] I didn't find that with mine although I don't wind it up much over mid way as it's just too much

An update on my amp that developed a fault last weekend: I've finally managed to get through to GAK on the phone (apparently they are short staffed at the moment) and they will pick it up for "warranty repair" tomorrow. They will then send it on to Fender to take a look/fix. I'll update you as that progresses, as I'm sure some people will be interested in how long it takes them to turn it round. I have taken note of the S/N so will know if I get the same amp back

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1432769227' post='2784922'] Yep, or a Comfort Strapp with a foamy type back. [/quote] +1 The grippy neoprene pad may help. Or as per the other suggestions lighten the headstock (lighter tuners) and/or increase the weight at the bridge end and/or try to relocate the neck strap button further away from the bridge

Cool

As the title says, if I select the follow topic checkbox when creating a thread on the mobile version of the site, I don't get notifications. I have to go into the full version, unfollow and re-follow to get them

[quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1432710233' post='2784052'] In my experience its more to do with bass construction than string construction. [/quote] Thicker/thinner neck? Bolt-on/set/through?

I've never owned a 5er, but am considering doing my own scratch build one day. I've heard a lot about basses with weak B strings - so what makes for a decent one? Is it scale length? Guage? What? Feel free to use some examples, but I'm more interested in the mechanics behind a good B.

The Rumble has a Vintage tone shaping switch that sounds very convincing. The overdrive switch is pretty good too. You can combine them for extra dirt

It's the back catalogue that will now see a sharp rise in sales, followed by the posthumous releases of previously unheard material. Colour me cynical. It's such a shame.

It's just like when [i]{insert name of deceased US-based person who leaves their large estate to the remaining family}[/i] died!

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1432583492' post='2783049'] No, upon reflection, the initial remit was a single bass to take to a desert island. It's not stipulated that the island must [i]remain [/i]desert after your arrival. It's true that, for a second person, it couldn't count, but for the first, I'll put the rule firmly back in place. Only one bass, and one has to stay on the (formerly...) desert island for ever. There, that's settled. Carry on. [/quote] To whit, a desert island, not a deserted island /pedant

I suppose there's always this for battling bears ...

[quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1432576185' post='2782896'] [Img]http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg580/christopher_brown14/rackbags/0541-1_zpsbgwwblpe.jpg" class="ipsImage" /> [/quote] Oh yes! The polar bear skewer of doom

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1432571551' post='2782814'] Good luck with that..! [/quote] So which bass is best for fighting off polar bears? (Apologies to the OP - I'm sure this isn't how you thought this thread would turn out!)

Pedantry aside, it now looks like a very pointy bass is required for beating away the polar bears