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Or 3 Calpol syringes, a number of Lego figures, and a 18 inch pheasant tail feather. That's what I retrieved from the F hole of my mandolin when my firstborn was a toddler.
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Not necessarily, it could be many things. I developed one when I played an A, but nothing else, and it turned out to be the endpin. Tuners are quite common too. I'd play it and do a top to bottom check to try and isolate where it's coming from. I found this useful, plus there's a video up by Jason Heath that covers some other things.
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Awesome, cheers!
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I'm probably way behind the curve here, but just a heads up for anyone not aware, the full documentary is now up on YouTube. Tha ads are a bit brutal in terms of frequency and length, but there's some really lovely stuff in there.
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I popped in after work to pick up a combo from Kim. Couldn't have been an easier, friendlier transaction. Great to deal with.
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Is longer scale length more forgiving for poor intonation?
NickD replied to Ajoten's topic in EUB and Double Bass
I assume so. I'm generally in tune in the money zone, getting a bit worse as I start doing big shifts or getting up the dusty end. On a 34" scale fretless I'm a disaster. -
What's your fantasy Lotto jackpot bass gear shopping list?
NickD replied to Painy's topic in General Discussion
I think I'm pretty happy with the gear I have for my current needs. I think the biggest change would be that I'd be playing it in a remote farmhouse somewhere in southern Spain. 😂🤞 -
I have the Tonedexter 2, and I'm pretty happy with it. I trained it with the Lifeline and a Remic red, a T-Bone and an SM 57. I ran it on a run of festivals last summer (mandolin/octave mandolin, vox, drums and bass) and I felt that it sounded good. There have been a number of updates rolled out since last spring when I got it too. Apparently they've improved the accuracy of the training algorithm, added a 90 second looper so you can playback after training and dial in EQ, HPF, etc , to your taste, and they've added reverb options too. I've not had chance to experiment with any of that stuff yet though, but I plan to get down to the rehearsal space and spend a few hours trying to get if even better for this summer.
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I'm pleased with the Lifeline. It's a touch more defined on my bass than the copperhead, a little less dark. Also, it seems to have a higher feedback threshold, which is a bonus.
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I had a Realist Sounclip from Rabbie. Couldn't have been an easier experience. Great communication, quick to post, really well packed and in great condition. Many thanks!
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Way too good for the recycling centre. In great condition, runs all my usual apps without issue. Nice screen, battery lasts a full day of heavy use. Open to any network and will take a micro SD card to give extra storage. I'm a fan of the Motorola G series, as they have big batteries and run a really stock version of android, without tons of bloatware. I've moved on to another G phone with more memory, as I'm having to pass along a lot of large videos as I create content for various projects. Uses a USB-C charger, which isn't included, but I'm sure we've all got a few lying around somewhere. A fiver for postage and it's yours.
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Bill bought my Elwood L5. The whole thing couldn't have been an easier, more pleasant transaction. An absolute pleasure to deal with!
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Woke up to see the news on FB. Such a shame. It was always great to run into Nick, just a great Fella to be around. He was a hell of s player, and always very generous with his time and knowledge. My condolences to his family and those close to him.
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On Hold - Maruszczyk Elwood L5 A 24 - Flame Maple Top - 3.65 Kilos - *SOLD*
NickD replied to NickD's topic in Basses For Sale
Just to note. On boxing day we'll be traveling up the M1 from junction 5 to... I think it's Junction 32. Basically from here to my folks in South Yorkshire, probably leaving around 10 with a 2pm arrival target. In case there's anyone along that route that may be interested. -
Maruszczyk Elwood L5 A24. The chambered, light version of the Elwood. Coming in at about 3.65 kilos by my bathroom scale. Alder body, with a lovely, subtle flame maple top, that's not too showy, but really comes alive under stage lighting. Maple neck and board with 24 frets plus a zero fret. Balances great on a strap. 34 inch scale length, 19mm string spacing. Haussel Pickups, jazz in the neck and a mini-humbucker at the bridge with a series/parallel/single switch. To be honest there's not that much difference to my ears between the series and single settings, but the parallel option gives it a nice additional punch. Delano preamp, with pull passive on the volume knob in case of battery disasters, balance, bass and treble. Comes with a Maruszczyk gig bag which is in good order, has useful pockets and rucksack straps, one of the zip tags has been replaced with a key ring though Sounds great and plays really nicely, it's just not getting much use due to double bass stuff. I'm afraid I don't have the means to ship. £800 collected from Bushey, Herts.
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