Marc S

What was the description of this "lump of wood" on ebay Beedster? I'm really interested in this project It's the sort of thing I wouldn't mind having a crack at myself......

I'm really looking forward to this Yes Spacechick - you better bring that Barefaced cab ..... and what sort of excuse is that - a gig the night before? Lame, I think

Great news - lets hope I can keep that date free I'm really looking forward to it.... Never having been to a bass bash before, what's the protocol? Shall I bring a bass, or an amp, or both? Or a double bass? .... or all of the above

Yes, it's odd that there should be such differences Plus, of course, you might prefer your P bass with one set of strings while another P bass player might pick up your bass and dislike the sound and playability of the strings Moreover, they may not note such differences.... Perhaps some of it is psychological? You tell yourself that you like certain strings, or that there is a big difference where the difference is actually not as great in reality? Anyhow, keep experimenting with strings Clarky.... .... and I'll have your rejects for a bargain price And let us know how you get on with the pre-stretched strings from your Precision

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1401581018' post='2465046'] It's a redundant statement to say all the old Kay/Satellite/Axe/etc basses are crap. Of course they are crap. They are cheap starters and can never be seen as anything else but. However, my mate got a Satellite bass in '79 along with a cereal box sized combo and Bass-balls fuzz pedal, and to us it was the best thing ever. I was far more disappointed with my MIM Mike Dirnt P Bass that was so heavy it was unplayable. [/quote] Oddly enough, the first time I ever played a bass (a few years before I started playing) a colleague at that time brought in his Columbus Jazz bass Several years since then, he'd bought a USA Fender, and loved it but he hung on to his Columbus, and reckoned it wasn't too far off the quality of the Fender, once he'd made changes to the electrics I think those early Columbus guitars were made in Japan? But I might be wrong..... Another pal had a Sattelite Les Paul, and he rated that fairly highly, at the time I suppose, like anything else, there is some variation in quality and quality control And you can always do some major work to improve some guitars... Nothing would have improved my old Kay Rick copy.... ..... except some petrol and a match

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1401581018' post='2465046'] The shortest lived bass for me was a Burns Bison. With no tone, power and a head that hits the floor, it came out of the box was played for around a minute and returned back to the shop...... [/quote] Yes, I had forgotten that a few years back, I tried one of these in a guitar shop It looked like it should be good, and was something a bit different However, the balance of this bass was awful As you say, the top of the neck just wanted to hit the floor all the time - and it was quite heavy too.... Also, my arms are fairly long (I'm 6 feet tall) but I struggled to get my left hand into a position where I could comfortably play the bottom notes It left me feeling that someone with shorter arms wouldn't be able to play it at all The switch and control knobs also didn't seem to do very much either Looks good, but not a great bass IMO

I bought a Markbass Octaver Pedal from Ryan It looks brand spanking new! Pedal sent really pronto, and well packed He's a pleasure to deal with, and I wouldn't hesitate in dealing with him again

I'd be interested too But again, depending on date & location.....

Bought a set of Spirocore Weich strings from Clarky The man is as good as his word Deal in confidence folks

I meant to add; I wonder how many in the audience of that Beatles tribute would have noticed that the bass player was playing the wrong way around to Paul McCartney?

I'm actually left handed..... but play right handed There have been a couple of threads on this subject already and I've been surprised at just how many left handers play right handed guitars & basses I have previously tried to play left-handed fashion .... but failed miserably! I used to see a busker around the streets of Cardiff who had two guitars, one left, and one right handed He used to swap between them mid-song and was a pretty incredible player - with either guitar Good luck with your experiment venture and let us know how you get on Marc

[quote name='Lazybirdpete' timestamp='1401310612' post='2462416'] Hi Marc, you could use adjustable legs as fitted to kitchen cabinets. My plan originally was to set the height so that I could keep the end pin on the bass at its ready to play position: unfortunately my studio ceiling is on the low side so that proved tricky. [/quote] Yes, it's nice to be able to keep the endpin at its' playing height.... Another good tip, re the adjustable legs I can see you've given this some thought Marc

Looks to be in great condition .... and a lovely looking bass it is too I'd be interested to see what others think it's worth.....

I find it also varies, depending on the bass Sometimes you can give a neck more relief on one bass, and it seems to work well.... ... on another bass however, a similar amount of relief (difficult to judge whether it is exactly the same) and it doesn't work so well, and you may end up with buzzing etc

I'm busy the last weekend of July - and I think the Saturday before that Would really love to get to a local bass bash - so I hope I don't miss this one....

Would really like to go to a South Wales bass bash Cardiff or Bridgend would probably be better for me personally, I wouldn't mind if it was in Swansea - so long as no-one talks about football ... just be good to get one going My equipment line-up has changed, drastically of late and it's all because of browsing the for sale section on this forum! lol Marc

Looks really good Beedster Am looking forward to seeing this develop and to hear your findings / experiences Very kind offers from TPJ and owen too What helpful, friendly basschatters Marc

Nice idea, very neat work too And of course, it's been made of left-overs... Even better Maybe you could sell these? Hmm.... I'm now thinking how I could do something similar, and make the height adjustable.....

PS. I'm a lefty too But I play right-handed, for some odd reason There are a few threads discussing this oddity somewhere, and several, like me, who thought that was more unusual than it actually turns out to be.....

Hi philobedo, Welcome to basschat from another oldie, in bass terms Well, in terms of years anyway Enjoy the forum Marc

Oh, and don't look in any other bit of the "for sale" section on here .... just the EUB & DB's for sale!

[quote name='lowlandtrees' timestamp='1400653248' post='2455742'] .....Think I am going to have to nail my GAS down and be patient [/quote] Yes, that's the best attitude It's harder than it sounds though.... Be warned lol Good luck with your search Put your savings in an account, and leave the card at home, somewhere safe, and out of sight Marc