martthebass

[quote name='chrismuzz' timestamp='1398118581' post='2430734'] I prefer Markbass to TC massively in terms of tone, but completely agree with the comments about the hard limiting when you push the volume past half way! [/quote] I've not noticed that on the LM3 Chris....is that an 8Ohm thing? I usually run a 4 Ohm load with mine, but to be fair my ears start to bleed and stop functioning if I get much past 2 on the master..:-)

[quote name='Cosmo Valdemar' timestamp='1398018305' post='2429611'] Another example of the variation in Ricks these days - mine nailed the 'classic' tone! [/quote] I'm working off a small sample group though CV. I occasionally use a 75 4001 at a local jam and the bridge tone is much deeper and richer than my 4003 with the VTC in circuit. YMMV.

[quote name='gsgbass' timestamp='1397871839' post='2428173'] Just wondering, how many 4003 players with the Classic pull tone knob onboard their 4003, use the Classic setting. I've played with it a bit, but never really cared for the sound much. Anyone use theirs? [/quote] Not me, mostly I use neck only and the rest of the time both pickups (for songs where I need less cut through). I find the vintage sound far too thin to use in a band setting.....also to my ears it sounds nothing like an early 70s 4001 anyway.

Well, ended up taking a punt. 63 Jazz medium relic in black with tortoise guard......we shall see. 3 months build time so it'll be ok in time for the summer outside gigs. Unfortunately due to the one in one out rule a bass will now have to be culled :-(

After having no luck whatsoever in securing a used Fender roadworn and no intention of paying (cough) £1000+ for a new one, I'm also looking at Limelight. Feedback seems to be good - any other experiences?

Wish I had half his talent.....

[quote name='Back to Bassics' timestamp='1396459984' post='2413974'] Apparently not ... [/quote] Next time I'll use italics......my attempt at dead pan humour was obviously too subtle.

And we don't bite, have fun.

[quote name='molan' timestamp='1381438539' post='2239249'] I'm hooked on 33.3" scale now - big money option though as I only know of Jens Ritter that makes them! [/quote] Rickenbacker is 33".................I'll get my coat.

Yes you are the only one......I'm assuming your question wasn't rhetorical?

Currently hankering after a Fender RW Jazz in Red. I've recently rekindled my love of Jazzes and this would do until I won the lottery and could afford a 63 Jazz.....

[quote name='spongebob' timestamp='1395659372' post='2404698'] I've ordered one today - so we'll see how we get on..... [size=4] [/size] [/quote] I'd keep hold of the original Ric bridge tho SB just in case you decide to sell up at some point. For some reason Ric owners can be a bit touchy about replacement bits ;-)

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1395347786' post='2401498'] Very sorry to hear you aren't getting on with the Rick, Muzz. Are you sure you're nut being a bit too hasty to judge? I've been in exactly the situation with basses I have bought sight-unseen, and some of them have grown on me over time, to the extent that I wouldn't part with them now. [/quote] +1 My first 4003 went back after 2 weeks because I didn't get on with it (ie. it was too different from my Fenders/Musicmen...). A couple of years on and I acquired the same bass via a convoluted route. It's not my go to bass but I do love it on those 'special occasion' gigs.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1395264924' post='2400530'] It sounds like you might need more speakers.... [/quote] Adding an extension 2x10 traveller or 1x12 NYC will make a BIG difference....

Love my MD 4003 - great colour, would like one of those Walnutty jobbies though...

[quote name='mikegatward' timestamp='1395228910' post='2399901'] Whatever I happen to be selling always seems to be out of fashion / no longer favour of the month. I seem to be a trendsetter in reverse [/quote] We must be related Mike!!!

Nice one Nick!