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I know the question isn't directed at myself but I do know about this stuff so so fwiw... The conductive (carbon loaded) paint is technically not as effective as RFI shielding as properly applied copper. But it can be very effective to the point where it is not the weak link in the scheme of things. And, yes, as someone commented the problem is often with it not being properly applied. I've seen it where the coverage is patchy etc.

Shiny Shiny Shiny Boots of...Copper 🤣

Ha. I don't really know what that is but I'll pop into a local outlet and try and take a look 🙂

Do you mean Acetone based nail polish remover ? Asking because lots of npr is now acetone free.

Interesting

Yes. I was looking at that one. I thought it might be a bit lightweight for fretwork but maybe I'm wrong about that 🤔

Thanks for the input. Just wanting to keep it rock solid stable. For general woodwork etc I'd just say just clamp it in a vice. But, you know, these are my babies (along with catboy 😊).

Asking the collective here...what do you recommend for a neck cradle. In specifics I want to stabilise basses to file nut slots. I see people using / recommending all types of things from a bag of rice, those "rocking" supports that you can also turn over for greater lateral support, to the Dunlop black one that looks good to me but a bit £££ if it doesn't hit the spot for this. Advice appreciated.

All things being equal you'll need a higher action compared to a standard six string electric.

Oops typo in title 🙄

And the body I guess as same seller https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/155759766067?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=2EH74ExdTmm&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=QgO-3FFfTR-&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Weston's bass neck. I was interested until I saw the defret. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/155759690906?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=2EH74ExdTmm&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=QgO-3FFfTR-&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Interesting if disappointing. What's the issue with the type of truss rod ?

https://www.argos.co.uk/product/9203176

What flats did you put on there. I'm thinking of giving flats another go on one of my basses but wary as didn't get on with previous go. Happy New Year.

You need to 'ground' those screws. Sounds like they are floating and helping you become a radio transmitter 😳

https://www.argos.co.uk/product/9203176

Argos. https://www.argos.co.uk/product/9203176 It's a bit "Boy Racer" but actually rather good without spending £100s. Lots seem to be "mesh" material but I don't think they would survive our cat 😳

Bit tangential. But needing a new desk chair - got one for Christmas that has flip up armrests so I can play bass/guitar seated in front of mixer without awkward manoeuvring.

How would you characterise the differences Fender Vs Squier ?

Wrt One: you just have to try it basically. Speaker load impedances are complex as it's a reactive load and actual power delivery will depend on the details. In particular any Zobel network in the amp or can. Then add on the acoustic efficiency of the cab across the frequency range. And fwiw a basic doubling of power into a speaker results in only a minor increase in loudness as heard due to the quasi logarithmic nature if hearing response.

If you like the bass then get it along with the amp for that money. Those Encore basses are usually good quality even though budget end kit. Not sure why so intent on pickup change at this stage. Get it checked over and setup to your preference eg string height / neck relief / nut slotting etc. That will be of more benefit for a new player. Include new strings. Good Luck.

Overthinking it tbh. The dimensions involved make grain orientation insignificant. Really you just need enough added material for the screws to properly bite enough esp wrt the, as you say high tension. I do like the idea of the threaded inserts/ machine screws though. I can see arguments against wrt thread / fit tolerance etc. But I say that is taken care of by the aforementioned high tension from the strings.

I'll stick my neck out (see what I did there 😊) and suggest that in reality it makes no significant sonic difference. Just wood glue a cocktail stick or two in there, leave it to dry for some days regardless of what it says on the tube etc. Finish it flush, and rescrew. Although if planning to remove / refit neck often then inserts may be a good choice. Note that machine screws/threads come in loose / medium / tight grades wrt thread fit. The default is medium. I suggest just giving the screwba tiny extra bit of force into the thread. Recommend hex or torx screw heads. North American people may wish to look at those "square" bit drivers. In general they seem not to be a thing in Europe ? And, of course, we should all be sticking to metric units now 🙂

Well you can clearly get back to whatever was the original situation. It seems clear that the wear and tear aspect of removing / refitting the pickguard etc. has weakened the connection - foil is thin and easily broken / torn etc. Advice has also been offered for simple ways to improve beyond that. I don't see what the problem is tbh.