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    Looks really lovely - Chowny's take on the Brown Bass and an impressive job. Soundly Lovely in Scott's hands too
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    Thanks Kev, not relevant to me as I don't currently ow a Warwick bass, but an interesting and informative story, and an example of Basschat at its best (and in the spirit of why many of us first got involved).
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    I wouldn't bother with a status gig bag - in my opinion, they're frankly awful - cheap, not very protective, tend to stain coloured finishes. You could try a good guitar bag (but check internal dimensions) - a Fusion might work (the higher-end Fusion bags are excellent - very well designed with lots of protection
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    three replied to Cairobill's topic in Basses For Sale

    Lovely! Is this one of Christian's Rio or Brazillian boards (it looks quite dark) - I know he had a stock of both in the early 2000s?
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    I keep coming back to look at this, so beautiful. Two more strings than reasonable for me but an outstanding example of Martin's world class craft
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    [quote name='NickA' timestamp='1502393302' post='3351220'] Beautiful bass. Though few of us have ever had the chance to play such exotica, hence hard to know what it sounds like! Where is it btw? Something tells me it's not in the UK. [/quote] I've had one of these - absolutely beautiful! They sound like an Alembic (!) with a very powerful fundamental and a piano-like clarity and complexity. They're quite a bright bass but with no lack of bottom end (it's possible to get a very full and round bass with judicious use of the sophisticated and versatile, if relatively simple controls)
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    I know there are a few helpful shortscale threads on BC - worth a look through. However, to answer directly here, I simply find shortscales easier to use (reduced tension, increased compliance), usually lighter, ergonomically efficient (less stretching for arms and fingers), and the tone lacks nothing - at least with a decently built instrument. I find that shorties are fun - quick and light - easy to pick-up and wander around with
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    Love these - a bit cheeky but GS were great builders - fantastic quality
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    Just bought a bass from Steve and the entire couldn't have been more friendly or easy - absolutely superb in every way. The bass was in better condition than expected, brilliantly packed and arrived quickly. Steve was completely honest and rapid at every step. An absolute gent and a credit to our community - deal in complete confidence with a guy who knows what he's doing and is incredibly helpful.
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    Just browsing in a music shop outside Mcr and spotted a Walnut ric 4003 - almost new (about a year old I think and appears un-played). Looks to be in perfect order - I have a pic if anybody's interested. The guy's looking for £1600. I'm not a lefty but if anybody here is looking for a left rck here's your chance. I can find out more if anybody needs it
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    I used to use D'Addario strings designed specifically for the Danelectro Baritone guitar - just the heaviest four (E-G) obviously. Very light but lots of twang and super-easy to play. They were fairly easy to find on ebay. Love Dano Longhorns - proper pop star bass
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    this is incredibly well-priced IMO - absolute favourite for bass in some big name studios, and the choice of stage DI for some big name pros (personally, I much prefer these to high-end valve DIs). If I didn't have one, I'd have grabbed this ages ago
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    Lovely bass and I don't want to go too far off-topic, however, I'm pretty sure that there is a niche but serious market for a bespoke ergo/gizmo. If somebody was able to fabricate a tailored/custom, partially adjustable version to fit Alembic small bodied short-scale basses, i'd be willing to pay a realistic price (to reflect the design work and hand-crafting involved). Improving the balance, positioning and playability of an expensive bass is well-worth the additional outlay - to me at least. Scrumpymike, I think your idea is brilliant and I applaud and envy your skills. Of course, any version for Alembics would have to involve no new holes, but the strap pin at the heel offers opportunities for securing any device. A really practical and beautifully executed solution! I wish Alembic had thought of this
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    Here's one I polished this morning. Terrible balance on a strap but tonally unique anda joy to play
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    I have the original version (G2?) - it's excellent, certainly the effects are of studio quality, but this must be a massive leap forward. I'd love this but it's far beyond my modest effects needs. Worth watching the video in which TC try to destroy the unit by running over it with various forms of wheeled transport, and ultimately a tank. it appears to be roadworthy, to say the least.
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    You really, really can't go wrong with one of these. Loud, tough, and great tone (if you like the TE thing - I do!) And what a price (IMO!)
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    I may be talking through my backside (this isn't uncommon) but don't (didn't?) Hiscox undertake to provide extra pads/cushioning to ensure that in-case movement is minimised? I've had loads of Hiscox cases for Js and Ps and nearly all the basses have moved inside the cases. Great product in general but I find that HIscox cases do require additional padding for some/most basses
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    Is this a J width nut (1.5") - not easy to tell from the images?
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    I had the 5 string in sunburst - beautiful in every aspect - fabulous build quality and very powerful for a passive bass
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    Nice amps and loads at Glastonbury this year. Sold mine a few years ago (I don't get on with valves) but put a Millennia/Avalon pre up the front of these and a wondrous power amp. For anybody with a valve (pre) preference, possibly the best of the bunch IMO.
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    This looks to be in amazing condition for its age. I love these - I've just almost no use for it at all and the rational bit of me (the bit that I work hard, and frequently successfully, to suppress) is remaining firm...for now. Incredible price too in my opinion
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    The HD210 is in every way my favourite cab of all time - these need to be heard to be believed. I moved back to a heavyweight rig after years of messing around with class D amps that never quite cut it for me (I'm not trying to re-ignite old debates here, just a personal preference and I've had some lovely, high-end class Ds that were impressive) - as part of this, I went for a heavier cab too. As soon as I tried the HD210, my tone went from 2D to 3D - a similar experience to playing through high-end, studio main monitors. Absolutely amazing - far and away from anything I've had before (including Berg and Epi 12s and Epi 10s). I'd not thought about two...until now... They're not the lightest cab, but really not difficult at all at 54lbs and in a compact form factor. I was playing bass in the '70s - the notion of a sub 60lb cabinet would have been ridiculous then
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    Excellent design and really enhanced protection. A bit heavy but my favourite bag
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    I had a Celinder P a few years ago - without doubt, the best P I've ever played. There is something very special about Chris' basses - ergonomics are without parallel
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