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  1. three
    i tried it - didn’t work at all!
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    To start, I’ll admit I’m not a massive Wal fan. I’ve played loads and owned two customs (‘90s and Herman period). I like the thought of them more than the reality but don’t have the emotional tie - for me, Wals have been somewhat mythologised (though I don’t doubt that for some owners they are truly the ultimate bass). I’d have a look at a Spector Shorty. Relatively light, outstanding ergonomics and playability, and build quality to rival pretty much any boutique bolt-on (including Wal). A variety of pick up and pre combinations too. Wals do have a distinctive tone with their in-house pickups and filter pre though there are ways to emulate this (at least get close) if Wal tone is crucial - Alembic SF2?
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    I've used the Hiscox liteflite large bass case - there's a link here: https://www.absolutemusic.co.uk/hiscox-standard-bass-guitar-hard-shell-case-std45ebp.html A very good case and big enough for pretty much any bass (including semis)
  4. three
    Absolutely love these - great active circuit and Fender's first as the seller suggests. Build quality is excellent on all that I've played. Prefer the blue and white (the CAR is prone to orange peel effect). This one looks intact apart from the noted changes/mods. Fantastic basses but incredibly HEAVY - I haven't played one that hasn't been anything other than a beast - no problem if your shoulders can take it. I even removed the lovely thumb rest from mine (saved a few ounces). Good luck - I'd love this but sadly too heavy for me
  5. three
    Lines 1 & 2 sound like a hyperbolic claim, though in my view, one that is not far off. Fantastic ‘50s sci-fi aesthetic and unbridled power. The original ‘heft’ amp
  6. three
    One of my favourite Fender colours and a period in which Fender was producing some great basses. Sounds like a very good price to me
  7. three
    Absolute bargain IMO - I had a Spitfire plate on a Limelight Jazz - a thing of great beauty. As good as it gets in the aftermarket plate sector
  8. three
    Might get away with it on a Status 32” with a Bendwell - just left mine in Birmingham but can try it next week if of interest (Streamline)
  9. three
    hahaha, me too! Lovely basses though - I've had a few - incredibly light and easy to play
  10. three
    Outstanding cab, outstanding seller. I use one of these - unbelievably good - ultra-solid but nuanced tone with remarkable presence. Not neo but not heavy - one-hand lift. Very tempted for a stereo rig
  11. three
    Wow, I have a spector shorty and the cases are lovely (they are fitted though so maybe not universal!. What an incredibly generous offer - I hope that the buyer will return the charity!
  12. three

    Whizzzy

    three replied to tombboy's topic in Feedback

    Fantastic deal with Colin for a Trace graphic preamp. Better than expected condition, very well packed and really fast shipping. Absolutely perfect – thanks very much!
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    Show us your rig!

    three replied to ped's topic in Gear Gallery

    Bergantino HD210 Went for heavyweight speakers too!
  14. three
    If the tubes have been changed you’ve probably replaced the potentially noisy 12au7. Lovely amps - heavy but worth every ounce
  15. three
    The finest touring amp head ever built imo. This is quite an early one too. What’s it like for treble hiss? Without the v4 12au7 change, these can be a bit noisy?
  16. three
    This looks beautiful and from one of the finest periods IMO. Playability and power and versatility of these basses is outstanding - 70% bridge pickup with bass boosted and treble cut through an Avalon U5 on setting 2 - tone nirvana. Very nice top on this example (mine’s padauk and just over 200 earlier in production). Bargain. Bought mine new in preference to Wal - still delighted with the decision
  17. three
    I had a Paulman - excellent instruments indeed! Very well put together and this looks gorgeous
  18. three
    Looks lovely! Is it black hardware (ad) or silver (images) - it looks like chrome or nickel on my phone?
  19. three
    The only Shuker I’ve owned was an outstanding bass - this looks like an absolute bargain! The sunburst is lovely too
  20. three
    That’s two of your basses I really want
  21. three

    Show us your rig!

    three replied to ped's topic in Gear Gallery

    Part of the stereo rig (or double mono if you wish). Easy to get it around the house but not out of it
  22. three
    I had the VS head - still have some recordings somewhere. Extremely powerful with a super growl. Lovely to see this looking good - I’d forgotten about the shape
  23. three
    oh no...just beautiful - something about the contouring back then that was just exquisite
  24. three
    Just saw all the related ads - if I had a hangar and £3.5k, I’d just have the lot shipped north. A seller of exquisite taste and one that evidently cares for his gear extremely well! Bump...this bass has me all excited
  25. three
    I haven’t seen a cleaner example since about ‘75. I love these! Still have my massively customised Ripper. Too big for me these days but playability is fabulous and a great growling tone. Original case too - extermely rare!
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