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  1. Marc S
    Yes, I think BC members could collectively compile a booklet of the best Service stations in the country ha ha ha The Czech Ease is staying put, at least for now. (Mrs S got upset when I thought about letting it go previously).
  2. Marc S
    Nice collection there Nick I managed to thin my collection down.... and then bought a couple more! Sigh, when will I ever learn? lol Anyhow, what I have done, is acquired another light weight cab, and a couple of basses that are also lightweight (around 3kg) and are compact & portable. I've done several gigs over the past few months - nothing on the immediate horizon though. But since the pandemic started, I note that I'm not as able to stand for long periods of time, with a heavy-ish bass. Perhaps this is a combination of lack of going to the gym, fewer long rehearsals, and of course, my age I like the look of that 4003. That's a great looking P bass, and the colour of that Lakland is cool too
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    Bought a Yamaha BX1 headless bass from Lawrie. I've actually bought, sold & exchanged several times with him over the years - so I should have left feedback for him before now. Anyhow, it was a pleasure doing business with him once again, and I wouldn't hesitate in dealing with him anytime. Great to catch up with you again @Burns-bass hope to see you again soon. Oh, PS. I also got some nice strings at a good price from him too
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    Yes @Len_derby that's one of the reasons I asked the question (s). I can't recall whether my old Kala did have a truss rod... My dodgy memory is telling me it might have had one. I Wouldn't consider putting higher tension strings on one, if it didn't have a truss. I must say, I like the look of the journeyman anyway - so I might be tempted in future. I looked up the Kala flatwound strings, ànd they're rather expensive.
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    Hello and welcome to BC @Stuey3D First of all mate - sorry to hear about your woes and mental health issues. I'm glad to hear you've got past that initial phase, and most importantly - you realised it at the time, and you did something about it. Also, it's good to hear that you have a supportive wife, and that she is also helping - even just talking about it is a great thing. Welcome to the wonderful world of bass. We all play for different reasons, and owning a bass for noodling & fun is perfectly justifiable. You don't have to play professionally or in bands etc. For me, I'd miss playing live. I used to play as a younger man, and then gave up - for almost 25 years! In fact, I only started playing again as my son had a bass for Xmas, from his Mum. This coincided with bumping in to some old band mates, and we decided to give it another whirl. Years on from this, I hadn't realised how much I enjoyed jamming with mates, and gigging. Re your Ibanez Mikro - I had a 5 string version, and I sold it a while ago. Now I sort of wish I hadn't.... but you can't keep them all (and I've owned a few basses I can tell you lol). Also, there is a neck for sale here on BC - so you might be able to get Danni fixed Here's the link (I don't know the seller - but it seems to me that these probably won't come up for sale very often). Cheers now, Marc EDIT: Apols - I see you have actually replied to this very thread! Doh
  6. Marc S
    Hi @Velarian yes, I saw that one too. Impressive sound indeed. As I mentioned, I did once own a Kala U-bass. That sounded great too. It was quite DB-like in tone, and sounded huge when plugged in. However, those rubbery strings really did put me off playing it. The Journeyman doesn't sound like the Rubber stringed Kala - but I still like the sound. I'm now trying to recall whether my old Kala had a truss-rod? Just wondering whether the strings on the new Journeyman would be suitable for the older U-basses, or other makes of U-bass. With decent strings, I'd definitely consider getting a U-bass again to keep at the side of the sofa
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    Just wondering whether anyone on here has tried the newer version of the Kala U-bass - the Journeyman? I had a Kala a few years back, and it was a fun little instrument - but I didn't like the very low tension, rubbery strings. I did try a different brand of strings on it, and they were a bit better... but not by that much IMO Anyhow, I just chanced across a YouTube video of one of these, which I think are a newer design, and seem to come with metal flatwound strings. Just wondering whether the string tension is a bit more like a bass guitar. If anyone on here has one of these, your thoughts would be much appreciated
  8. Marc S
    That is indeed a rather nice colour
  9. Marc S
    Hi, this is listed in the Amps & Cabs for sale section - but it has been suggested that as these super little compact, lightweight cabs are good for DB, then I should list it here too.
  10. Marc S
    Hi @Happy Jack Thanks for your thoughts. actually, I haven't listed it in the DB section, and was beginning to wonder whether I should have listed it there instead.... I don't know if listing the same item in 2 places is allowed?
  11. Marc S
    These are absolutely stunning instruments. I still rue the day I sold mine - but needs must, and I've still got too many. If I needed a great quality P bass right now... I'd be looking for one of these beauties. One of the best colours for a Precision too IMO
  12. Marc S
    I use a Bose S1 Pro. It's got two inputs, so you can plug a Mic or a guitar into the other socket. It also has a 3rd input (mini-jack) for phone / MP3 player etc. It handles bass really well. I've played Electric Upright through it too, and it sounds great. Like the Roland mentioned above though - the S1 isn't cheap. I also have a Boss Micro Bass cube, which is powered by mains or battery (AA's) and that's a really nice amp - but nowhere near as loud / powerful as the Bose. Recently did some busking with a singer-guitarist, and we put his guitar through the Boss cube, and it sounded pretty good through that, and being guitar it was louder. Boss also do a "Street Cube" battery bass amp, larger than the Bass Cube, and that should handle bass OK, as it's designed for vocals & guitar, or vocals & keys. I once owned an Ashton wedge-shaped busking amp - it was OK, but not the best of sound, and a tad heavy. I think it was only 15W.
  13. Marc S
    Here's the Fishman video of this pedal
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    On hold, pending usual.
  15. Marc S
    Unleash your hidden rhythm guitar potential! This FX unit allows you to add harmonies a 5th up, a 4th below and an octave up. With overdrive, noise gate, tone and effect level controls too. It's really great build quality, and housed in a strong metal case. Powered by 9v battery or power supply (not included). Boxed, in great condition and with instructions. The electric-acoustic trio I bought it for has long since gone. I was hanging on to it "just in case". Time for a clear out though, as it's not getting used. Located in Cardiff. Come + give it a whirl. I could post it - which I'd have to check the cost of. (Probably around £10 - 15).
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    Thanks for letting me know your thoughts @BassBod. When you put something up for sale, if no one gets in touch, you wonder about asking price. I had several gigs in a short space of time - now it's much quieter. Fingers crossed that it picks up... For so many of us.
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    Have I overpriced this great little cab? Hard to say, as they don't come up very often. I advertised it at what I think I can recall paying for it.... anyhow, it's now £250
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    I've been pondering one of these for a while. They don't come up very often, so I just went for it. Bought from fellow BC'er Bunion, this strange little Wingbass is rather nice. I've been noodling a bit with it today, and I think it's going to take a while to get used to. But effectively, it's like playing a "normal" bass guitar - but only above the 12th fret. I got it for taking as a backup, and to take to pub jams with my local folk club pals. We often end up in tight, cramped spaces, and I usually end up almost hitting someone with the end of my bass. This is really nice construction quality & finish, and I like the sound from the pickup. The neck, such that it is, is a rather strange shape, as I'm used to being able to get my thumb over the top of it.... But I'm sure I just need to play it quite a bit to get the hang of it. I got myself an Electroharmonix Octave pedal, and I've been enjoying playing about with that too. I once had an ashbory, and a ukebass, but didn't like the feel or tension of the strings on either of those. This uses standard bass strings cut down - so feels better to me.
  20. Marc S
    Wow. Japan quality Fender, creamy aged white, tort guard, block & bound neck. What's not to like? If only I needed / had space for one bass. Lol
  21. Marc S
    For Sale only (No Trades). These are pretty rare these days, and are no longer being made. Ultra compact & portable Crazy 8 bass cab. I'll check and get an accurate weight later, but it's really light. 8ohm 200W (though I'm sure I read somewhere the cab can actually handle 300W - Tricky Audio can be contacted to confirm). No cover...... This version is the one without tweeter. (I think they only made a few like this). I did contact Tricky a while back, as I was thinking of adding a tweeter - I was told this is not a problem, and they can either do it for you, or send you the components. I used this cab on quite a few gigs, paired with various other cabs. I also used it on its' own, for smallish Cafe / bar and acoustic gigs, and it always sounded great - particularly with upright bass. In fact I have always been really pleased with the surprising amount of lower end frequencies in such a small cab - it really rocks! Recently, I used it paired with my Epifani UL 110 in an outdoor gig, and it coped superbly. (a 1x10" + 1x8" rig sounds like it shouldn't work outdoors - but it did, admirably) The cab is in good condition, though the front grille could possibly do with a re-spray. I'm only selling as I've been changing my rig lately, and have bought other gear - so I should move something on...... I would much prefer collection or a meet-up, but if I can find a box I might consider postage, if buyer arranges their own courier
  22. Marc S
    I had an early one of these, in sunburst. I really liked it... A lot. Great build quality, great player, lovely sound. I always wished my bass was in Fiesta Red at the time. There are times when I toy with the notion of owning one again, but alas funds, space & practicalities dictate that I really can't To anyone considering one - these really are superb instruments. GLWTS
  23. Marc S
    The lines on the fingerboard of this bass are very fine, and quite dark - so not particularly noticeable. I have thought that maybe a black permanent marker pen might even hide the lines even more. As for you playing in tune @lownote - no need to worry, the lines don't make my playing any more accurate! Lol 🤣
  24. Marc S
    Incoming new bass means I could do with selling this fab MIJ bass.
  25. Marc S
    I'd almost forgotten that this bass was up for sale! lol Anyhow, I'm bumping it because I could do with the space & the cash And because this Japan quality Fender really should be played by someone, as opposed to stored in a case under my bed
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