Marc S

Keys player needed, to complete lineup of covers band. We are currently 3 piece; - Drums, Bass, and singer / rhythm guitar We need someone with a good level of commitment. Covers from all genres, Ska, Reggae, Punk, Rock etc etc We are trying to do covers that few other people in the area are doing.... We've got quite a number of gigs lined up for the new year. And our singer guitarist has some good contacts for further gigs Own transport preferred, and ability to do a little backing vocals would be nice, but not essential Anyone interested, please PM me Cheers Marc

[quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1448277698' post='2914042'] It's a GenzBenz Streamliner - 900 watt version I think.. [/quote] Thanks for that Lewis

I've just ordered a One10 cab this very morning! I too need a lightweight solution, for certain town centre gigs, where I'm unable to park anywhere near the venue... I was looking for a lightweight solution, so it's bass on my back, cab in one hand, carrycase with amphead & leads in the other hand Nice to hear of your thoughts, and experiences with the cab. I'm intending also using the cab as an extension to my Markbass 102, for larger venues. I'm hoping I can dial in a bit more top end when using the Markbass. Can't quite see from those pics, but it looks like a GK amp head? Just wondered which model that is? Cheers, and thanks again for sharing your thoughts

Aha, I saw your other thread, and wondered when you'd take the leap But my word, that was quick! Enjoy your new toy - don't try to play it the same as a BG Change those strings, and just play it

It may be that the EUB you first played wasn't particularly well set up. Or it was set to its' owners preferences.... The type of string you use will also have a bearing on the set-up, feel, sound and playability of an EUB And string types are a whole subject in their own right I started in the upright world, with a Stagg EUB. Now I know they aren't the best. But IMO, they're a great starting point I think I got back exactly what I'd paid for it when I upgraded. But the strings it came with were awful They were very hard to play, with a lot of "drag" on the left hand - possibly because they weren't well polished / finished The Stagg has an adjustable bridge, so you could change the strings, and adjust the action yourself Of course, if you buy 2nd hand, it could be that the previous owner already changed the strings. As has already been said, you need to treat it like a different instrument really. But I really enjoy playing DB and EUB It's an exciting venture, and I honestly haven't looked back. I'm just glad I started with my Stagg Though it has long gone, it taught me a lot about DB's, playing and sound, action, strings etc etc Good luck with your search. Is there a DB player / EUB player near you who would help, or let you have a go on their EUB or DB? Worth asking...... EDIT: Thinking about it - every EUB I have seen has had an adjustable bridge I've seen a Stagg, Aria, and now own an Eminence - all these had adjustable bridge - can't recall if the NS does or the Harley Benton......

[size=4]Maruszcyk basses look absolutely lovely! Though I've never played one myself, there's a lot of love for them on here and it seems you get a lot of bass for your money, given that you are specifying exactly what you want, and they're high quality parts. However, that can still be a lot of money for a student (or anyone else with not too much cash tbh) I have a US P, and it's a lovely bass, so I know what you mean. But I also have a Squier Classic Vibe 60's bass, and that is lovely too Now I know some will baulk at my comments here, but I honestly can't see, feel, or hear much difference between the US P and the Squier CV !!! if anything, the US is very slightly lighter in weight, with very very slightly more well defined tones, esp at the lower end - but there really isn't much in it In fact, I had a Squier CV 60's P bass, and sold it to make way for my US P - instant regret! So, after a few months of pining for it I bought another - and you know what? I'm glad I did So, my advice if you aint got loads of dosh, is to seek out a CV 60's P second-hand (the newer CV 70's P is also absolutely stunning BTW) and maybe upgrade the pickups - Entwistle PBXN's are great, and cheap! Or you could get someone to rout out the body, and put an additional pickup in, eg. P/J or MM stlye, again, using Entwistle pickups [/size] [size=4]You'd have an awesome bass, for not too much outlay, and not have to feel so precious about gigging a grands worth of instrument. Good luck, and let us know what you decide. You could, of course order that Maruszcyk, and be poor - but make me jealous lol EDIT: I know - I ignored the "slabbed body" comment really [/size]

How very generous of you biro Though we have never met - that's such a kind gesture, I'm sure you are a truly good person Wish there had been someone as kind as yourself when I was first looking for a bass I started with a real piece of cr@p - that bass you are kindly offering looks half tidy

[quote name='Skybone' timestamp='1447247088' post='2906054'] No.8, have you checked the bridge & tuner screws as well? Do you have the option to "lock" your bridge saddles (like the G&L saddle lock type thing - a grub screw in the bridge which pushes the saddles together)?...... [/quote] Hi No 8 - I was going to suggest this too Other than set-up being way out, loose tuners, or the bridge or its' saddles being able to move - I can't understand why this is happening.... Just out of interest - what's the bass? Good luck sorting it anyhow

I've had 2, fitted to different basses. One was fitted to a Fender Mex PJ (which I've since sold, but kept the tuner for another bass) It was tricky to set up, and took a while to settle, but then worked perfectly every time. I didn't notice other strings going out of tune when using it - so maybe you have a neck / set-up problem No8 Wire? I also have a D-tuner fitted to my Ibanez Electro Acoustic bass. However, this one doesn't work quite as well as the other D-tuner did They're both Hipshot tuners, and I was equally careful setting them up, so I don't quite understand why this should be? The bass holds its' tune very well when not using the D-tuner, so I don't think it's the bass. It could be that the phosphor bronze strings don't like being D-tuned, I suppose? Maybe they're lower tension, or are less tolerant to tension changes? Fitting a D-tuner can be really useful. I kept the one which was on the bass I sold - it's going on another bass soon, as I miss it

Hmm, I can't picture this. If you could post a photo, demonstrating your idea that would be great I don't play a Thunderbird myself, but my son does. He loves the look of the bass, but like several others, doesn't like the neck dive

Haven't tried this particular brand, but I had a set of black nylon wound strings on my Stagg EUB (sold some time back) They were nice strings (sadly, I can't recall the make, as I bought them slightly used) They were lower tension and much easier to play pizz than the Stagg stock strings, With a nice "dark" sound a low growly tones But very difficult to bow, without "rolling". Bear in mind that I don't really play with a bow - but as I was trying to learn to play with a bow, it was quite off-putting...... Thanks for posting that link, as this seems a good price for those wishing to try nylon wound strings

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1447151610' post='2905229'] What would I do? I'd take the bass back to the seller and ask for my money back, as it is clearly unfit for purpose. What did the seller say when you contacted him? Did you tell him you wanted to return the bass? His 'not knowing' about the problem doesn't alter the fact you have essentially been sold a dud. Easy to say in hindsight I know, but I always ask if the truss rod is working when I buy a bass. [/quote] This.Good luck, and let us know how you get on EDIT: If he refuses to give you a refund, threaten to report him to ebay (might work)

I've got a 500W rig, for bigger gigs (i.e. halls, and outdoor gigs). But I also have a 200W combo (Carvin). The 200W combo is ideal for more acoustic type gigs, especially when I'm playing Double Bass, or when I'm playing bass guitar, and the venue has its' own PA. It's also big enough for many pub gigs. The 200W Carvin is a godsend sometimes - especially when also lugging a DB around, or town centre venues, where parking is tricky or non-existant. It's usually plenty loud enough for most situations. I recently saw a local Gypsy-Jazz outfit, where there DB player played through a Phil Jones Briefcase he was plenty loud enough, and the venue was an old church. The PJ amp is only 150W, I think? Again, loudness and wattage depend on all sorts of factors. But I can assure you, if you were playing DB, plus carrying a backup BG or EUB, and a couple of 4x12 cabs - you'd need a roadie and a van! As you get older, smaller, lightweight, portable amps are a must - I wouldn't be without my 200W amp

Hi Rich, Just listened to that and thought it sounded great I've not seen a Farwest EUB, and if I saw one come up 2nd hand anywhere near me I'd be tempted to try it out, having seen & heard that video You're quite right, EUB's don't usually sound like (or feel like) a "proper" DB I started out with a Stagg, which really just sounded like a big fretless bass guitar - though it was a good introduction to DB Now I have an Eminence, which sounds very like a DB - with some EQ'ing From sound clips I've heard, the Yamaha Silent bass also sounds really good, and very DB-like Can I ask, how much are those Far west EUB's? EDIT: Nice sound & playing on that video too mate

I'd still like to hear whether anyone has tried / bought one of these It's a very tempting idea.....