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  1. Marc S
    Shame you dislike gigging so much. Me, I really love doing it.... usually. There have been a few not so good gigs, a few awful gigs, and some "difficult" punters But the overall experience is that it's a worthwhile thing to do. I always end up shattered - but usually I also have an odd sense of "satisfaction" After a gig, and once I'm home and my gear is unloaded - I can't sleep for a while, and need to wind down, usually with a wee dram, or a cuppa I want to keep gigging for as long as possible - as long as it's not 3 or 4 times a week (too many late nights, at my age lol) But I definitely want to keep playing live music. When the band, and myself get it "right" it's a great feeling
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    It's with heavy heart that I put this bass up for sale, but needs must (with redundancy and a future house-move on the cards). In great condition for its' age, and a lovely player, with gorgeous vintage sound There are a few dinks and dings on the bass, including a 2mm x 1.5mm x 1mm dink on the back of the neck, around fret 11 - easily filled, though it never bothered me actually. There's a light "bloom" of buckle rash in the usual place, which isn't easy to photograph. The main thing to say about this bass, is that it's otherwise in great condition given it's approaching 40 years old. Somehow, this bass just feels and sounds absolutely awesome - it has a real vintage tone and feel. These basses are rated very highly by people who own and play them, and you have to try one to understand quite why. It's the best feeling and sounding P bass I've ever played. With the job situation being as it is, I have to sell something (not urgently - so no daft offers please) - I just need to thin the herd, as we will be moving house within the next 8 - 10 months, and are down-sizing. I'm gigging with another P bass these days - only because it is slightly lighter weight, and is another great bass. I can no longer justify 3x P basses, plus my P/J Limelight. I may even list another P over the coming days, and keep this one.... as I'm so torn It weighs in at just a shade over 4kg - so is no boat anchor. Like I say, I've got 2 other P's which are lighter - though neither is in my favourite 3TSB, Rosewood, Tort combo. Mrs S said to me the other day "Do you really need two basses the same colour?" of my Roadworn Jazz! I had the bass set up, including a light fret-dress & level, by A-strings of Treforest, near Pontypridd. The frets are in good condition, with plenty of life left in them. I believe everything else is original on the bass (as I was told by the previous BC owner). I did change the control knobs for an old 70's set, as they were in better condition (re the chrome) It's currently wearing a set of worn-in Thomastik Flats. It came with some Dunlop flats, and I tried several other strings, but decided it just felt better with the TI's. I can let you have the Dunlops, or a new set of rounds if you prefer? But I'll leave the TI's on, as they just seem to suit the bass Based in North Cardiff - but I can meet somewhere half way, as I've got amp headphones and a battery amp (Roland) to test at the ubiquitous Motorway services / pub Please note I am NOT looking for any trades at all, and would prefer not to post (abroad or UK) - I also want you to try this bass, and fall for it, like I did, and to know that you've got it safely in your hands In this moment of madness, as I'm typing this, I may decide to either sell another bass instead, or else change my mind completely.... lol I'm asking slightly less than what I paid for it, given that I had the work done on the bass
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    Expecting redundancy news today..... with real trepidation..... :(

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      Marc S

      "Stressed" is just an insufficient word for it.....

    3. LewisK1975

      LewisK1975

      Good grief!  Stay Strong Marc!

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      Marc S

      Cheers Lewis - it's tough.... It's just impossible to make any future plans at all :(
      Ta mate. Hope you're OK

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    Sorry to be late to reply @wateroftyne - In only just spotted your question. Oh yes indeed. The pickups are remarkably well balanced. I don't know what Mark uses - but they sound absolutely awesome! I've had a couple of PJ's including Fender, and several incarnations of upgraded pickups - but the ones in my Limelight are the best
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    Oh, that's nice Any idea of its' age? GLWTS
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    I've not owned, or played using one of these. But I do own & regularly use my Epifani UL 110 It's such an amazing cab, clear, definied, punchy and incredibly small & lightweight If this is anything like my 110 (only louder, of course) - then it will be a real asset to the new owner GLWTS @Ashwood1985 - though I'm sure it won't be here long PS. What is the weight of one of these?
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    Aw man. So sorry to see that happen to your bass. Hope it's fixable.
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    Marc S replied to Jus Lukin's topic in EUB and Double Bass

    Hi @Jus Lukin I have indeed played with Weed Wackers At the time, I was trying to learn slap upright bass - because I just couldn't quite "get" it. They are very low tension, I mean VERY low tension! As an aid to introducing me to slap technique, this was fine, and for that at least - they did the job BUT. They are somewhat weak & flabby, and the E string was quite undefined and lack-lustre They also took a very very long time to stretch and settle. I was having to re-tune between songs when they were first on the bass After a while, I needed to re-tune every couple of songs, and it was some time before I could get through an hour of playing without needing to re-tune Since learning on the Weed Wackers, I have progressed to using Innovation Silver Slaps, and I find them much better They're louder, have more growl & better definition etc The other thing with Weed Wackers, is that although they're cheap - the import charges & postage come to more than the price of the strings! So beware if you do decide to try some I couldn't find anywhere in the UK or EU that stocked them Hope this is helpful Marc
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    @BassApprentice - that's a fab idea
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    I too hate backing out of an agreement. If you're like me, you would feel guilty about adding to the sellers woes - especially as they've already been mucked about If the bass is worth anything like that upper price, you have a bargain anyway. I've bought and sold several basses (and a couple of 6 string guitars too) - just because I fancied them at the time, or fancied trying something different So give it a whirl (or two, or three) see how you get on with it, then sell it on at a later date if you decide it's not for you Sounds like you won't be losing much financially, or you may even make a few quid.... Happy UX-NBD
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    Yes, a useful thread - as many of us are seeking lighter and more portable solutions Markbass are also doing 2 "Ninja" combos - one which outputs 250W, the other 500W Though quite pricey, I like the look of them. As with other Markbass combos, you can use them on their own, or add an (8 ohm) extension cab https://www.google.com/search?q=markbass+ninja+102-250+review&rlz=1C1GGRV_enGB751GB751&oq=Markbass+ninja&aqs=chrome.3.69i57j0l5.7895j0j8&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Quite tempting, I must say. There's a few people reviewing them on YouTube too
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    Ah what does SHE know? Nice bass mate GLWTS
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    Can't go wrong with Japan Fenders Vin is a decent BC'er to deal with folks - top man GLWTS matey
  14. Marc S
    Happy NBD Glad you've found a bass you like so much. Enjoy
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    Well, that brought a smile to my face this morning And the reply? Even better than the ad! lol
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    I would generally place a bass cab away from a wall, to avoid the boominess you describe. Perhaps there is an optimum distance, but remember that will also apply to walls opposite the front of the speaker - which will usually be closer to you in a rehearsal room than most live situations you're in. Were you in the exact same rehearsal room as last week, or a different one? Was the layout and distribution all the other gear the same? Another thing to think about, is slightly leaning the speaker cab backwards. There was a thread about this, some time back on here. It was quite interesting and there was a useful diagram, demonstrating what happens to the sound when you do this.
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    So..Sire

    Marc S replied to BaggyMan's topic in Bass Guitars

    You aren't alone in buying a bass, letting it go.... then wishing you'd kept it I did the same with my Roadworn Jazz and my Squier Classic Vibe Precision Not owned a Sire, but did have a quick noodle on one a while back, and it did seem like a really well made bass, especially at the price point, and an even better buy 2nd hand Now if you have that one set up + modded just the way you want..... keep it. Problem there, I suspect is - you already have too many (like me!) Glad you had a good NBD
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    I do like the Jazz in Shoreline Gold. I think this wasn't previously available in the more "budget" MIM range - just from the custom shop, at a price (or at least, I hadn't seen one) But apart from that, it does look a bit "same old, same old" IMO. The Fiesta Red Precision looks remarkably similar to the MIM classic 50's P bass, with it's maple board Might have been nice to see one with Rosewood (or Pau Ferro). In their defence, I suppose they know their market and what will sell.......
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    I've not seen or heard of it either. Have you used it in a live situation yet @Old Horse Murphy? Thanks for letting us know about it, and what your thoughts on it are... I use a Dunlop MXR, and I quite like the distortion on that (not that I use it much). It's also a really nice "natural" sound to the EQ controls. This is in the same sort of price bracket, and looks a quality, well made unit
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    @Stingray5 - just looked at your photo of the Jazz without plate..... and it's grown on me a bit! lol I was just thinking, I might even give it a whirl at some point - perhaps put a little dab of black acrylic modellers paint into each screw hole? Somehow, I think the scratchplate screw holes look worse on black - perhaps to my eye, they seem to stand out more? Fair point about an instrument looking "new" or at least different. I won't buy a new suit - just wear it with a different tie EDIT: Re my point about the holes - they look fine on your bass mind you....
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    @Stingray5 - thanks for posting those pics. Thinking about it, I'm not sure I like a black Jazz with no guard. I like the Ray without guard even less, I think Definitely like the Sunburst Jazz without though - perhaps it's because of the different colours and tones of the Burst finish, that makes it more visually pleasing? (Just IMO, of course) Been thinking I quite like a ply black guard, with B-W-B "layers". I'll leave it for now though, as the body shape of mine, being MIJ means it may be hard to get the best fit.... Thanks for your thoughts folks - and I really like that comparison shot above Mr Stingray
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    I'm a fan of shell pink. The previous version of the Flea sig was just a tad too pale / faded for my tastes - I would have preferred it to be more pink! From the photos, I don't like the look of the rosewood headstock though.... I would have to see one "in the flesh" to know for sure.
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    The white Pearl plate wasn't quite as good a fit on the MIJ Jazz in the end. The holes didn't align so well, and the contour for the neck pocket wasn't quite "right" it pushed the lower horn quite a way out of alignment. It's odd, because everything aligned so well on the Roadworn Jazz, and a US Jazz I tried it against. I hadn't quite appreciated how different body shapes were, between MIJ, US, MIM etc. I was aware of some of the screw holes not quite lining up. So I've left the Tort one on for now. I do like Pearl on black though - so I may look for another plate. A mate gave the set-up a bit of a tweak the other day (I've been a bit short of free time lately and he offered) - the bass is now playing better than ever - so I'm even more chuffed with my Fretless Jazz
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    On hold.
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    @paul_c2, I've left the white on for now. The holes on the Tort guard look as if they line up really well, but there are a few minor differences in overall shape of the guard, but it's a good fit.. I'm definitely keeping this bass. I really liked the Fiesta Red CV I had, and regretted letting it go - it was a lovely bass.... But this one's even nicer. I had intended to leave this bass at our guitarists place, where my band rehearses - but now I'll leave another bass there, perhaps sell one. I just can't stop picking this bass up
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