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  1. Marc S
    [quote name='rorysmith' timestamp='1495578917' post='3305103'] The Lonious Monks [/quote] The above is my favourite so far - really good suggestion rorysmith My own efforts; The Austerity Orchestra The Jazztones We Jazztafah's 3 EDIT: "Jazzinga"
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    If you wanted to lower the action, given the maxed out truss rod, could you place a thin shim between neck and body? Would that help take the truss rod back a little, and lower the action? Lovely looking bass
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    [quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1495470693' post='3303975'] ......Bananarama (and I suppose Kim Wilde et al); has anyone really noticed that there was a degree of chaste about their (very) public persona? They didn't have to get their kit off to garner interest. Different times and probably better for it, really. [/quote] I loved the 80's - it was my era, musically. It's when I grew up, it's when I learned so much, it's when I regularly went to gigs & events, it's when I bought most of my records. It's when I saved every penny to buy another record - heck, I even walked 6 miles home to save the bus fare, so I could buy another 7" single... many times. My own fashion was (more than probably) a bit dodgy at times too - but you didn't have to spend as much money on clothes. I never had to live in a time where, like my son, you were an outcast if you didn't have a certain pair of Nike trainers, or a coat that didn't have a huge brand name emblazoned across it.... In fact, for many bands, looking like you were wearing hand-me-down clothes or charity shop fashion was their style, rather than some uber expensive gear You can pick the worst 10 acts of any decade and hold them up as an example of derision. The 80's also spawned some brilliant music and musicians. And actually, Nancy Johnson has a really good point (above)
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    [quote name='hamfist' timestamp='1495456767' post='3303839'] I use Colron danish oil (from B&Q) - two coats, and then Briwax (available everywhere) -again a couple of coats. If you're starting with nice smooth wood you will get a beautiful and hard-wearing natural satin finish. I've done loads of bodies (ash, maple and alder) and a couple of necks (both maple) with this method, all have turned out superbly. [/quote] Thanks for the tips folks hamfist, I take it that you apply the wax on a rag and work it in by hand, then sort of "buff it up" to finish?
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    I recently bought a cheap neck, for a cheapo project bass. It's OK - nothing special, but that's fine & suits my purposes. However, the previous owner had done some work to it, and basically sanded the Rosewood fretboard, and sanded the varnish, of the presumably Maple, back of the neck.... I finely sanded the rosewood board and treated it with Lemon oil - and result! It has mostly restored it to it's former glory. I wanted to try oiling the back of the neck, rather than varnishing it - so I applied some Lemon oil to that too, and it hasn't really achieved very much... What's the best oil to treat the back of the neck with? He asks, not having tried before... Cheers all
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    This beautiful Red fretless P hasn't gone yet? I'm amazed. Have a free bump Old Horse
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    Just traded my Fretless P for Gary's "Carry On" EUB and some dosh. Transaction smooth as the proverbial. Plus Gary is not just a great guy to deal with, but he's a great bass player, and an even better bloke Great chatting to him, always If ever you needed help or advice - if he knows the answer, he's your man Thanks again Gary
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    Now sold
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    Looks a great buy! Surprised it's still here....
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    [quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1495032161' post='3300698'] ....I don't know if this is still the case, but I remember noticing just how small proportioned all of their 3/4 size basses were, to the point that the endpin didn't extend far enough for me (I'm about 6'2"). It's not necessarily a negative, just something to consider. [/quote] I saw a Stentor some time back - in fact, I had considered trading it + some cash for my Gage (then saw the light! lol) It certainly wasn't a small proportioned bass, and the endpin extended beyond coping with me at around 6'00".. perhaps the smaller basses are the Stentor Student range? Does anyone here own a Stentor Student bass? It'd be worth knowing whether they're full size
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    Price £710 - no trades please... For sale is this beautiful, near mint condition Oly white US Fretless Precision It's honestly in stunning condition, there's hardly a mark on it, apart from some minute blemishes which are hardly noticeable and some "blooming" on the tort pickguard. The Oly White colour of the body is nicely yellowing and the varnish on the neck is a nice ageing honey colour. It plays beautifully and the finish on the neck is lovely and smooth. There is no wear on the fingerboard, just some barely noticeable play marks. You could almost hang this up in a shop as new! It's currently strung with Thomastik Infeld Flats. These were on another bass before this, and I swapped them onto this lovely bass, so the silks are a little worn, but the strings are hardly used. Originally, this bass had a fretted neck on it. I bought the bass from Old Horse Murphy some time back, and decided to try my hand at fretless. A US factory lined fretless neck also came up for sale on here and I decided to swap the necks. The body dates from early 2000's (2007 I think) and the neck dates from the 90's. It was exactly the same feel and dimensions as the original neck, and it was a simple swap, with a nice tight fit into the pocket, with no play whatsoever.... All other parts; bridge electrics, pickups, pots etc are original to the bass.... The neck is not chunky - it's a modern "C" shape / profile type. Nut width is 41.5mm. And the neck is not too deep - it feels more like a Jazz neck profile to me, but perhaps a tad wider I don't have the original neck. I never anticipated selling this bass, as it's so lovely. However, I took a fretless Jazz in trade, and I'm liking that a lot. I only need one fretless, so this one is up for sale. I'd prefer collection from North Cardiff - or I can meet somewhere convenient. No case included, though I could let you take it away in a gigbag if you don't have a case... I'm not looking for trades, as I've got too much gear already! I don't have a weight for it, as my bathroom scales aren't great - but it's very lightweight for a P bass
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    [quote name='j1mu5' timestamp='1495094217' post='3301135'] All sorted now thanks to Andyjr1515 [/quote] That's great news See, most of us on here are a friendly helpful bunch - didn't I say that? lol Always good to watch someone else doing a set up, so you can appreciate what needs to be done and why.... And to learn how to have a dabble yourself is definitely no bad thing
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    Just wondering what strings sound more DB-like on this bass Gary? Do you still have any other strings with this bass? Looks v interesting
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    [quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1495023049' post='3300523'] I really like GHS Pressurewounds for that. But not for 5 string. For some reason the low B sucks badly. Shame as the rest are lovely. It might just be that the tension on the B is too low, but they only do 1 size. [/quote] Yes, I think lower tension strings may not be best on a 5 string.... luckily for me, my Jazz is a 4 string!
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    Price £38 + P&P Adjustable bridge for 3/4 size DB. This bridge has brass adjuster screws and sockets. I bought it for a previous bass which had a fixed height bridge. However, I sold that bass on before I got chance to fit this bridge. I only recently came across the bridge in a workshop drawer (I really must have a clear out / sort more often!) The bridge is mint and un-cut / unmodified in any way - there are a couple of pencil scribbles on it Located in Cardiff, if you want to collect, or I can post it to you for cost I can't recall what I paid for this bridge 3 or 4 years back, but I think it was quite a bit more than this EDIT: Comes with fitting instructions
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    If you were to go down the new bass route - another name / brand to consider, is Gedo, who are located in Germany. Though I've not tried one myself (ahem! lol) there are quite a few BC members who really rate them very highly. Gedo will also set the bass up to your requirements before it leaves the factory, I believe. I must admit, I do like the look of that Stentor TheRev mentions in his post above, and I really like the look of some of Gedo's basses - particularly the cutaway body design versions EDIT: Here's one at 609 Euros, exc shipping - looks great. [url="http://www.gedo-musik.de/shop/en/home/351-kontrabass-matt-lackierung-cutaway-komplett-laminiert-neu-4260227046038.html"]http://www.gedo-musi...0227046038.html[/url] EDIT2: You could also consider getting a bass with, or getting a bass set up to include an adjustable bridge. These are particularly handy if you don't quite know how you'd like it set up, or what height action you want. Even more useful if, like me, you later decide you want to play with more chunky strings and want to try your hand at slap DB... You can always lower the bridge in future, if you change back to pizz or arco stlyes, or change strings again
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    Yes, these are made in the US, but with some of the components / parts being made in Mexico. I think the pickups, pots, wires / electrics were Mexican made. Someone who worked in a guitar shop (in Cardiff) said the body and necks were also made in Mexico, but the assembly and finishing was done in the US. The one piece scratchplate being simpler and quicker to fit, was a feature unique to this series.....
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    It's not really a "cheeky request" - I think you'll find many BC members are happy and willing to help a local fellow member.... There are indeed, plenty of Youtube videos also out there.... First off though - who was it that told you it needed a set-up? Was it a local shop, touting for business? lol Do you find your bass comfortable to play? It might be that raising or lowering the action makes it less playable for you. I know people who've had their instruments professionally set up, only to find it's less comfortable for them to play than they thought... That said, most instruments should at least be checked over once in a while, for whether they need a set up, and it's no harm to at least know how the basics work. If you do decide to attempt it yourself - don't make too many adjustments at the same time, and don't give the truss-rod too many turns in any one go - leave it a while between adjustments Best of luck, and I hope a local friendly BC member can help you out... might be worth editing the title of the thread, or starting a new thread with the title "Local help with bass set-up in Leicestershire needed please" - or something similar?
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    All good advice above. My first "proper" DB was an Eastern European Boosey & Hawkes, and it was lovely Mind you, my first foray into the world of DB was actually a Stagg EUB - though they're not the best of instruments available (to say the least) they are certainly good enough to have a dabble, and explore what the world of DB is like. At around £250 second-hand, they're great value, and you'll get that back if / when you decide to upgrade.... or decide DB is not for you... Keep an eye on the marketplace for something like a B&H though, or maybe a Stentor / Zeller. Again, go for a used bass in good condition. If you have any DB playing pals - ask them to come & take a look. Also, don't forget to ask for help from fellow Basschat members - There are plenty of friendly DB playing Basschatters who would let you have a play of their bass, and give you some pointers to look out for when buying... or even come along with you, I'm sure Especially as you live in "that London" - where more seem to come up for sale. Living in South Wales, they rarely seemed to come up for sale when I was looking - but the kind and friendly Sarah of this parish let me come along for a chat and a play of her bass.. It's worth asking anyway - I know if you were anywhere near me, you'd be welcome to pop by for a chat and play of both my EUB and DB... provided you brought nice biscuits, of course - Heck, I'd even put the kettle on Most of all, good luck in your search
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    If I hadn't just traded for a Medium Scale P bass, I'd have been after this bass I've already been active buying, selling & trading very recently, but I keep coming back to look at this beauty Someone please buy it - to stop me from drooling over this one lol
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    Oh my, oh my I do like Limelight basses.... And yours is a stunner Kevsy - what with that colour, that reddish tort pickguard Lovely level of relicing too - don't sell it, don't.... lol GLWTS - someone's going to get a smashing bass
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    [quote name='ForestPoetry' timestamp='1494952511' post='3299926'] I tried a set of Daddario's a few years back and didn't like them at all. The E sounded dead right out of the packet, maybe I just got a bad set. Tried full flatwound Chromes after that and haven't looked back since. [/quote] Which brand of strings ForestPoetry ?
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    Not tried a vintage brand violin bass - but that one looks nice I had a brief flirtation with a Hofner - Not the ignition, but the 500/1 series, with the solid block in the body That had an amazingly "big" solid sound for such a diminutive bass, I was shocked Enjoy your NBD PS. I wonder why violin basses are in short supply in London?
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    [quote name='therasonic450' timestamp='1494977254' post='3300198'] Go on, you know you want one really to give you a pair! [/quote] Ah, I've got something else arriving shortly - so I really mustn't - She'll kill me! lol If I needed another great P bass, I'd look no further than this one, honestly therasonic
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    I don't play many bass chords, but I do occasionally do just the same thing - play the root and octave, or sometimes the 5th, depending on the chords being played by guitarists (or keys) As the great JPJ points out, it is indeed a fuller sound. As you say Rocker, it's often easier or more suited to slower songs or passages... but it can be really effective! I find it often works well where there is a quiet part of a song, where other instruments are being played quietly or drop out - it sort of underpins the bass, I find Thanks for posting that link to theJPJ video DaveFry
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