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I have an Overlord headless unit on a micro bass - it's not as bad as I expected, though it isn't brilliant.  They're certainly cheap for what you get.  Adjusting intonation is a bit tricky as the saddles are a little too large/tight (at least on the unit I have) and lock together a bit - lubrication will ease this, though a bit of judicious filing is a better option.  The paint is cheap and flakes or scratches easily.  The string holder at the end of the neck takes a bit of getting used to - it's worth looking carefully at how it works before changing strings (note to self).  I've not struggled with string height, though I've struggled seriously with intonation.  This isn't solely a deficiency of the bridge, it's largely a function of the very short scale.  In sum, I wouldn't use the Overlord if I was starting a project, though for the price, it's not an awful unit.  I think Random Guitarist's post above captures the essence.

A lovely, dinky rig - pleasing on the eye and the ear, no doubt!  I've been using a Baby Sumo for around a year now and have been really pleased with the transparency and silent running.  I also used a Noble for a while - subtle but lovely on passives (IME) but I don't really play the latter and I've found a Hellborg to be more useful with active basses.  The Sumo is very neat, and well conceived and executed - my favourite of the class Ds to date 

Steinberger XL-2 into just about anything.  Ownership was short-lived as I couldn't cope with (to me) very weird ergonomics, but the tone from that bass was like nothing else I've experienced - staggering

Intriguing and cryptic - at least two different hands and three (?) different shades of ink (i’m on a phone). Lovely to know more

Utterly marvellous! I still have mine - first really posh bass I bought. I don’t mind the 3 point original bridge - I suppose I’m just used to it. Unique tone to the Ripper and that looks gorgeous Andy

Check out Patrick Djivas with PFM if you have a chance. My inspiration re: the Ripper. Other worldly talent 

I just bought a lovely bass from Bill in what was a thoroughly enjoyable transaction throughout.  Bill was an absolute star and made everything incredibly easy.  I was able to travel to Wolverhampton and we spent well over an hour together discussing our respective experiences in bass/music.  I even had the pleasure of hearing/seeing Bill play across the decades - and what an excellent player - a musician's musician.  Also, Bill is one of the very kindest, most entertaining and hospitable basschatters with whom I've had the pleasure of dealing.  The bass, as one would expect, was absolutely as advertised - utterly pristine condition.  Very highly recommended - a pillar of the Basschat community

A lovely bass (I learned on a borrowed Mustang years ago) and I'm really sorry to hear of the circumstances of the sale.  I hope that you manage to find some relief 

5 hours ago, scrumpymike said:

For a custom/boutique builder, that inconsistency is a little worrying - to me at least!!

I think that part of the issue for me was that the first Wilcock that I bought is so good, that almost anything else (in the price bracket) could be slightly disappointing.  There was nothing wrong with the second, it just didn't quite reach the dizzy heights of the first.  The finish on these basses (in my experience) is uniformly superb - I'm pretty sure it's the work of Bow Finishing.  The company's work on the Wilcocks and on another bass that they sprayed for me is outstanding.  As far as I know, the electronics/wiring is the work of the Gallery.  I doubt that anybody could go far wrong with a Wilcock.  They seem to be very hot in the UK and the US at the moment.  The second Wilcock that I owned is now in the US.  The first, unsurprisingly, is next to me as I type 

I'm really sorry to hear about this Bill - absolutely horrible - take care.  I've sent a PM with more details.

I can’t comment on Serek (other than to say I find them very attractive) but have played and owned a number of Wilcocks. I found some surprising (to me) variation between the Wilcocks. None with serious flaws or issues but different in terms of feel and playability. Of the two I’ve owned, despite looking very similar, one is amongst the most comfortable basses I’ve played (very light, super-low buzz-free action) and the other was just a very good shortie. Not as spectacular as the first. I’ve found fit and finish to be about as good as anything you’d find on a UK custom bass in this price-range.

Breathtaking.  Do you have an image of the side of the neck for position markers (and are these 'on the line' or 'between')?  Again, utterly breathtaking in every respect

Obviously some very happy users here. I’m interested in an elf combo having used big and heavweight Trace gear for years. I suspect the question has been addressed (though I can’t find it). Can the elf manage to recreate the classic preset tone of the old heads? I’ve read very differing reports but I’m sure the collective expertise (and real-world experience) in this thread can provide a (nearly) definitive answer! Thanks for any advice

I'm not really a Precision player but this is just wonderful!  Worth the money for that tort plate and the gorgeous rosewood alone.  The body shaping from this era is a thing of wonder too.  What a very beautiful and useable bass

Re-listing - this was sold but returned as the buyer required a five rather than a four string bridge.

Price reduced to £70.  I appear to have accumulated a number of gold bridges that I don't need.  This is a brand new, unfitted Hipshot Kickass in its original packaging and with all screws and spares etc.  I only opened the packaging to check that all was in order.  These seem to go for around £120 (that’s what I paid) - I think BD has them in stock.  I can ship in the UK (at buyer's risk) for £5.  Any questions, please just ask.

Wow! Lovely - British Agi DB 750!

Absolutely love these - one of my favourite 112s. Absolute bargain IMO

I'm not the biggest fan of ACG body shapes/headstocks but don't doubt Alan's technical skills and artistry as a builder.  Despite the former comment, this looks absolutely gorgeous.  I'm a massive fan of filter based pres and would love to try the highest of the high-end unit in this bass.  I know times aren't easy but I'd be surprised if this hangs around.  Sorry to hear of the roof too - not a great time of year for roof repairs (I've lived in Sheffield myself and know it can be a little damp).

Incidentally, unless I've missed something, what's the string-spacing at bridge and nut?

17 hours ago, spyder said:

Does it come with the rack mount ears?

Many thanks.

Thanks, it does - everything included - ears, power module and footswitch

6 minutes ago, Beedster said:

Postage an option?

I think I have a box that would take this - it’s quite a dinky if enormously powerful unit

9 minutes ago, AndyTravis said:

Up your way tomorrow, meeting a band. Will give you a call when I’m done “auditioning”

Perfect!

2 hours ago, TheGreek said:

With all this amazing gear being sold by @three I'm not convinced that his wife hasn't hacked his account following a row. 

We no longer row. I just do exactly as I’m told. Fortunately, my wife has no idea what all this clutter does and really couldn’t care less!

2 hours ago, AndyTravis said:

I KNOW WHERE YOU LIVE.

And you’re very welcome anytime Andy - we really do need to catch up!

2 hours ago, Beedster said:

Consider me interested @three, this would be perfect with my Grace Felix 👍

I suspect it would be a rather fabulous combination!

2 hours ago, lee650 said:

Wow that's a very interesting thing! Would be ideal for pit gigs. So just add a preamp pedal to drive the power amp?

Exactly! It’s super sensitive so care required with input volume

Wayne Jones bass preamp - the latest version.  I'm not a fan of hyerbole in ads but this is about as good as it gets.  I just have a lot of pres and only really use a Hellborg.  The one-knob compressor is a thing of wonder.

When this arrived, it had a bit of an issue with a glitchy DI.  I spoke to Wayne Jones about this and he provided the fix (undertaken by an excellent engineer in Manchester) - one of the caps had been damaged.  Probably a cadet engineer and strapping phantom across channels.  The internal protection didn't appear to have been successful.  The preamp now operates perfectly.  In optically perfect condition apart from one pinhead mark on the top of the case (I just dropped a tiny brush end of satin black acrylic onto it so it's almost invisible).  Comes with the WJ footswitch and is in its original box.     

I can ship in the UK at the buyer's risk and expense.  Collection in Manchester is possible.

I suspect most interested will know what these are, but if not, take a look here:

https://www.waynejonesaudio.com/products-specs/wjbp-stereo-bass-pre-amp/