Chiliwailer

[quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1407617820' post='2522433'] Thanks Daniel. I was a bit disingenuous about that Fender Custom Shop jazz to be honest. On the same day, in the same shop, I had a long try of the Fender Custom Shop Dusty Hill and it was very probably one of the best basses I have ever played. After a couple of weeks of soul searching (get a grip lad, it's a plank with strings ) , I just could not justify the (REDUCED ) price of £2400 for a beat up, simple, but exquisite bass. Just really ecstatic with this Limelight. Now, lightly reliced, Fiesta Red, Brown tortie plate, (quiet discreet ) Precision body, p/j pups, rosewood board, 70's nut width. I wonder [/quote] Ooh, I think I might know where you played that Jazz after playing a similarly dodgy one myself, I'll keep quiet though as they also sell some nice gear too and I could be wrong. I'd love to try a Dusty Hill, I have a similar P Bass and for my taste and style it has blown away nearly every vintage P Bass I've ever owned - and being a long term vintage fan that actually hurts me to say, though it equally pleases my bank balance so luckily I'm pretty relaxed still That Fiesta Red P Bass dream machine of yours sounds like a bout of GAS that won't be going anywhere but in your hands, that'll be a great looking player. Too many choices, brain overloads....

Cheers Karl, right back at you mate. The relicing on this one is very sympathetic to an original, so if it has to be reliced, taste wise this is what I'd go for too. I agree with you that a lot of 'high end' basses can often be hit and miss despite the price tag, even 1960's era Fender threw out a fair few dogs. I like the fact that Limelight deliver at a decent price, I'd love a similar to yours P Bass version to replace the early 60's Precision's I've loved and lost, definitely would be fun to ask Mark to deliver a personal spec bass if I ever get the spare funds for another bass I can't justify, certainly don't need but will surely love...

Wonderful, really liking this one!

Two great choices. I have LPB Jazz Bass which has it;s original white guard, Bass Doc made me a Tort one but it never stays in longer than 5 minutes as the white suits it more, to my taste (possibly due to the matching head?). I'm a big fan of Shoreline Gold, but matching heads were exceptionally rare on a P Bass then so I'd personally go natural. The picture above this post looks great. These also look very cool with an Anodized guard, I was selling one earlier this year: [attachment=168809:P1060629.JPG] Either bass will surely be killer, great options you have there!

I couldn't help you off hand. But if it has CTS pots the code will get you near perhaps. May be worth contacting him at eggle.co.uk

[quote name='leftybassman392' timestamp='1407401838' post='2520078'] @Chiliwailer Hope things turn out for you. [/quote] Hello mate, thanks for the kind words. Same back at you my friend, your story is one that feels incredibly familiar so I genuinely sympathise and understand. The self confidence issue is a tough one, I'd love to offer advice or words, but I always feel that it's a personal journey and one which may be best left without judgement from others, please correct me if I'm wrong? Though I can say that for me, acceptance was the biggest hurdle and acceptance covers ALOT of ground. It's great that you have that gig. Do you use pacing in your days/weeks? May be worth putting a plan in place for the days before and after so that you're in a good position to play and recover? Wishing you all the very best

[quote name='Evil Undead' timestamp='1407273960' post='2519139'] But anyway, yeah, that seems like nothing compared to what you're going through, all the best in getting it sorted. Have you tried a short scale bass? Might be worth a go. [/quote] I always think that pain issues are bad no matter what they are. Some of my friends often say to me "I shouldn't complain, compared to what you've been through" but in all honesty pain is pain, and I'm probably better off than some of them as I've had more time to get used to it! I feel for you that they won't operate on your cysts, that seems completely bizarre to me if that is causing you pain. I would certainly complain to your local authority. I had to react very strongly to my old GP to get the treatment I needed to get me off incapacity benefit, if I hadn't of then I'd most likely be in a real bad way now. When you see your GP next, really play on how this affecting you, I found that if you give them the extreme 'warts and all' stories they finally react. Anyway, you may have already done that, I'm so sorry to hear your condition is being neglected. As for short scales, I used to have a killer 71 Musicmaster which was modded everywhere except for the neck and body. It helped me play for a good 5 year period but I'm now in a place where if I play long or short scale the results are the same. I have a super light P Bass now so that helps. I've been reading the recent short scale thread here on BC, I'm feeling quite nostalgic for my old one! I wish you all the best with your wrist.

[quote name='uncle psychosis' timestamp='1407234097' post='2518524'] Sorry to hear that. There's always less conventional things like programmable synths or very unusual things like theremins that don't require physical touch to operate. I guess it depends on how much you're tied to playing stringed instruments---I know I would find it hard to give up playing bass. All the best! [/quote] Tharamins, good call! Cheers pal

I like them and played them for a few years. I prefered long scale stribgs and a high output precision pickup on mine and still miss the last one I sold. They are lots of fun and have a great vibe and character of their own imo.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1407169215' post='2518006'] For purely acoustic work I'd go for a mahogany top & body or a cedar top as these will be warmer/darker sounding than a spruce top, especially the all mahogany option. When amplified you're at the mercy of how good your pickup is, but if it's bass response you want I'd avoid anything with a piezo under the bridge saddle. You're probably going to struggle on that budget though unless you buy secondhand. [/quote] +1 - well put mate! The new all Mahogany Sigma's aren't bad if buying new. My mate just got one after falling in love with my Martin (Jeff Tweedy Model). Second Hand, there is a Simon & Patrick cedar model on Basschat - excellent value for money and very bluesy to my ears. EDIT: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/241687-fs-simon-and-patrick-sp-6-cedar-acoustic-guitar/

Cool! [attachment=168404:P1060392.JPG]

[quote name='uncle psychosis' timestamp='1407105591' post='2517459'] Perhaps if bass playing has become physically difficult there might be something else you are able to play? [/quote] Hey, thanks for the nice post. That's a great idea, sadly it hasn't worked out for me. I tried keyboard but the position causes issues, I tried lap steel but that didn't work out. I am lucky though that I have a lovely old parlour acoustic which is tiny but sounds awesome. I play that in little bursts at times. I think it's amazing when people are able to switch instruments (like the guy who posted about the drums) or playing style. I once knew a guy that learned to play bass left handed due to issues with his hand, I think that's very cool.

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1407098739' post='2517366'] I suppose its more of a titanium lining really, lol [/quote] Cool Pete, looks like it doubles as a bottle opener too? Seriously, Western medicine is great for such things, nice one.

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1407097847' post='2517350'] As Bassman Sam knows as we have discussed this before I mashed my wrist in Nov 2012, after two operations I'm left with 75% grip in my left wrist and 50% of the Flexion which is more problematic than the grip strength really, after hundreds of hours of physio this is now deemed permanent. This is why I started on upright bass, every cloud and all that. Hoping things improve soon for you Daniel and I'm glad you are playing again Sam [/quote] Cheers Pete, great to hear about your silver lining and positivity. I totally agree that it really is all about silver linings and it's great to read about yours. Though I'm sure you bank manager might say otherwise, those upright beasts sure do cost something special!

Good call. Back in my day, my priority was personal and musical chemistry. That meant that whilst the first impression was extremely important, the next few weeks of playing and hanging out were equally important to seeing if we all connected as a unit. If my priority had to take second place, I just looked for a meal ticket where I at least enjoyed the grooves or people, though in some bands not necessarily both occurred together I might add.

[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Muri bought a bass from me after some friendly and easy messaging. [/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]She is clearly a really nice person and very much into bass playing, so she definitely has the thumbs up from me![/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Good luck Muri, it was a pleasure to meet you, have fun with all those projects! [/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif] [/font][/color]

[quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1407093968' post='2517292'] One thing that I did notice. No matter how much pain I was in, the GAS never went away. [/quote] Haha, absolutely!

[quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1407090718' post='2517249'] I can`t imagine how bad such a long-standing issue must be for you. [/quote] Cheers Lozz, I used to feel the same. With risk of sounding really cliché, it's amazing how people can adapt to certain situations. In my early 20's when it all started I thought I'd never ever get over not being able to play in a band again should it come to that, but when it actually happened to me and I had to stop playing, other things in life took over and I realised that I could be a hell of a lot worse off than I am and I became thankful for that. Other areas of my life actually moved on in a positive way. [quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1407092200' post='2517267'] Sorry to hear about your problems. I had to stop playing for 3 years due to RA and I thought my playing days were over. I had a metal bar placed in my right wrist last year, fusing the wrist so I can't move it up and down. I am now playing up to 40 minutes a day but I'm never going to be back to the standard I was before the RA. I'm just grateful to be able to play again in any capacity. I hope you can get your problems sorted out, good luck for the future. [/quote] Thank you Sam, I'm also sorry to hear that you've really been through it. I liked your positive spin, I really get how pleasing it is to at least be able to play some of the time. Years ago I bought a bass from a guy who couldn't even hold his guitars anymore, I always thank God that I'm not in that terrible predicament, it helps me make sense of what is left and that it needs to be cherished while it is here, whether that be till the end or just a short while. Wishing you all the very best too.

[quote name='0175westwood29' timestamp='1407083718' post='2517148'] love mine! will never be sold! [/quote] +1 The amount of the fun this bass can give is insane, as is the tone. Plus, it's one of the basses that is very hard, if not impossible, to copy and retain the vibe and quality. When playing along to the Californication or By The Way albums there is just no substitute!

[quote name='essexbasscat' timestamp='1407086360' post='2517196'] HIghly recommend BAPAM, practitioners that specialise in health related issues for performers of the arts Best wishes for a good recovery [/quote] Thanks pal, I hope others can also follow that recommendation to benefit [quote name='timmo' timestamp='1407086418' post='2517197'] . I never thouight i would be given a second chance. Anyway, best wishes for the future [/quote] Great to hear that you too found a way to move on somehow, really makes us appreciate what we have eh? Thanks for you message, best wishes to you too.

[quote name='Number6' timestamp='1407085578' post='2517190'] i am still trying to get some kind of diagnosis from a doctor.....been through all sorts of specialists and now awaiting a Neurologist appointment. [/quote] Oh my, I can well remember that situation and the awful uncertainty and sense of helplessness it brings. I really hope that the Neurologist can get to the bottom of it for you, after years of various Doctors it was a Neurologist who got me back on track and literally helped me to turn my life around. I wish you all the best too brother, I hope you get a diagnosis and path to recovery asap.

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1407078764' post='2517084'] have you thought about playing seated on a stool in a jazz combo or are you in so much pain that even that is a non-starter? [/quote] Thank you Howie, that's very kind of you. Unfortunately all playing positions cause issues. My nerve damage condition is affected by fixed positions and repetitive movements too, quite the combination! Playing seated causes one issue, standing another. Luckily, my lovely Precision weighs only 7.5lbs so on a good day, I am able to play standing with less repercussions.

Great thread! Mine was at the singers birthday bash. Fight for your right - Beastie Boys