Jump to content
Why become a member? ×

martthebass

Moderator
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    4,609

  • Joined

  • Last visited

  • Days Won

    1

 Content Type 

Everything posted by martthebass

  1. martthebass
    I'd love a Rick faker in that finish....glamtastic.
  2. martthebass
    I recall a gig a few years back where I was accosted by the soundman at the soundcheck; he was complaining he couldn't get a decent sound from my Squier Mustang and indicated I should use my back up 'proper Fender' which was a JMJ Mustang. He wasn't amused when I told him it wasn't a proper Fender as it was made in Mexico....
  3. martthebass
    Still got the Mikey Way sig, it’s still my main gigging bass in the Glamrock tribute act I play in. Punch well above their cost bracket. And yes I’d have another if they were reissued.
  4. martthebass
    Nice, I had one from this era with the comp stripe. Lovely basses.
  5. martthebass
    In the end neither the Sterling or the Rick was used on the first post lockdown rehearsal, as I’d managed to get the new addition set up to my liking she got the honours. Wish my playing had been able to do her justice.....9 months without a gig takes its toll.
  6. martthebass
    Sadly not 😞
  7. martthebass
    Nah....once you factor in shipping and VAT, as a minimum you've saved about a tenner.
  8. martthebass
    The Tone's easy @ProfJames - all on full and both pups! If you're feeling punky then bridge pup solo'd with a pick.
  9. martthebass
    I think my 4003 is the bass I've had longest in my little armoury at the moment, probably because they're so difficult to sell now ...........but seriously. As others have said they are possibly the quintessential 'marmite' bass, they have so many idiosyncrasies that the blindly defending come across as delusional. The above said, the truss rod and bridge, once set up are problem free, mine has the lowest action of all my basses and I haven't had to touch either in 8 years. The top binding is a pain and I find I play mine finger style so it doesn't cut my forearm to bits.....etc. The sound is unique and I can't get near it with another bass so that justifies keeping it, so unless you feel you are missing out because of the sound or the image I'd forget about it and stick with what you have.
  10. martthebass
    My old Starry Night, Iovely bass.
  11. martthebass
    I thought Einstein proved the aether didn’t exist.....
  12. martthebass
    One of these 2 I reckon....
  13. martthebass
    I think the standard on mine are 45-100s
  14. martthebass
    I’ve been impressed with the Fender 9050L flats that come standard on the JMJ Mustang. Nice and punchy with just enough tension so you can dig in whether you play pick or fingers.
  15. martthebass
    Tomayto, tomarto 😂
  16. martthebass
    Apologies for the poor pics but I’m rubbish with an iPhone unless it’s outside and the lighting is good. The CW sig turned up within a week of me placing the order and Rob was kind enough to fit the Schaller straplocks gratis. This really is a well made piece of kit and certainly exceeds my expectations. Not sure how it fits with my eclectic bunch of 34” scale basses which now comprise this, a Ric 4003 and an EBMM Sterling but I look forward to the experience.
  17. martthebass
    My only experience of ownership of an SR5 is single H, in fact the one I sold to you.... I’ve played a few however and can honestly say I don’t think I’ve found one as skinny as 9lb, the one I sold you was closer to 10lb. Have you considered the double H SR5 special, these get less than 9lb and give you ‘jazz’ type pickup option via the 5 way switch? I think Nick (‘old horse murphy’) has one for sale on here - edit...sorry just checked and it’s sold.
  18. martthebass
    I own 2 Mustangs, a Squier Mikey Way and a JMJ. The necks are very different, the JMJ is definitely a vintage profile and more of a handful. Don’t let the fact that it’s a Mex put you off, it’s definitely a quality piece of kit but I suspect that the neck profile wouldn’t be for you if you’re looking for more of a Jazz nut width.
  19. martthebass
    I knew it was too easy Warren
  20. martthebass
    No.....a town a good 200 miles north of Cowes
  21. martthebass
    I'll give you a clue. It will be similar to one used by an individual who was born in my home town.....
  22. martthebass
    Pleased to say I will re-joining the Status owners club after an absence of about 4 years. I've missed my old Streamline and always promised myself that I'd get another Status bass at some point. After discussion with Rob he confirmed he had a couple of basses in the final stages of prep and was able to direct one to me so with luck it will be hitting my door (hopefully with not too big a thud) some time next week.
  23. martthebass
    Forgot to mention. These are superb basses. I had a 2015 model that was superior in every way to the 1982 JV 57' P Bass I once owned. Sadly I was stupid enough to sell it......
  24. martthebass
    Trade offers by pm only. Polite notice.
  25. martthebass
    No worries BBD. Just warning you though, if you get the tour of Jon's basses and wood pile you could end up with a bigger bill than you expected
×
×
  • Create New...