Jonesy

Looks like they're just a regular P this time...... Although, are those HBZ pickups normally in active basses?

Can someone help me get rid of a rattle before I smash this bass or jump out of a window please? It's driving me insane! The issue is a rattle that sounds like it's at the nut when I play an open A, all other strings are fine. It all started when I moved to tapes from rounds, so I'm guessing I just need to file a bit of the nut? I've done some digging and I don't think it's the angle of the string going towards the tuning peg, it also has enough winds. The angle looks about the same when compared to the other strings and it also doesn't disappear when I press down behind the nut. I don't think the nut is too low and it's hitting the 1st fret. I've tried putting pressure on every screw when playing, but the rattle is still there. The truss rod isn't loose when I tap the back of the neck. And I don't have a pick holder on the back of my headstock 😂 The string looks to be sitting in the nut ok, but I have no experience with playing around there, so I have no clue if I need to take a bit off the sides, bottom, or change the angle of the bottom of the nut. I've also tried putting some foil under the string to see if it needed to be padded out a bit. That didn't work. If anything I'd say it made it worse. Any help would be great! I've attached a couple of pics, but if you need any more or a vid then just shout.

Jerry Jemmott laying down a lovely little line in this.....

They're really nice basses and Fender Fever are ace to deal with. I'm not playing mine much and always pick up my Limelight first, so am umming and arring over selling it. Then I play it and just love the neck. Seems a shame for it not to be played so I keep on thinking about shifting it and the loop starts all over again 😂

I'm not sure you'll get a MIJ 62 reissue within budget, if you see one at that price then snap it up. They're a fantastic bit of kit and my favourite Fenders. If you haven't played on before just be aware that they have a gloss neck, narrow frets and a more curved fingerboard radius. Some people don't like a gloss neck, but that and the frets are what I really love about that range. Sire do make great J's and they're worth a look. If it were me though I'd be picking up a G&L Tribute JB. The neck is glossed and it's also a tad wider/rounder in the hand (back to front, the nut width is the same) than the current Fender MiM line up. They're nice basses for not a lot of money. There's one in the classifieds now (that has nowt to do with me)

I've got tix for Part Chimp next Saturday, always look forward to seeing them live!

The same sort of thing happened to a good friend of mine when playing in a pub. Plugged his guitar into his amp, about to start the set, when he got a whack from the mains supply and died on stage. This was about 20 years ago and he was only in his mid twenties. I've used a RCD adaptor ever since.

Duck Dunn laying down the groove with Albert King. Absolutely love this tune......

I bought a bass from them a few years back and would recommend them, had a play on a few others while there and the shop is full of really nice MIJ gear - it's like Aladdin's cave! The bass was also really nicely setup, it probably had the lowest action I've ever had on a bass. The PB70's are really nice, the necks are superb and they sound great. I'll keep an eye out for the new bass day thread 😃

Ohhhh, I didn't think about Etsy for guitar bits - cheers for that! That's pretty close, but maybe a touch too light. I'll email the seller to see if the colour is accurate. It's to go on a Pelham blue jack casady, it might be easier to find top hats that match that chicken head as they seem to be available in limited colours.

Ah sorry for the confusion, I'm after one of these, but in the colour that matches the above.....

Does anyone know a site selling them? I've found a few bright colours, but nothing to match these.......

Most of the time I'll just grab a bass and play unplugged with my laptop. If I'm spoiling myself I'll go into a Zoom B1 Four and some headphones. If everyone is out then I'll plug into a Fender rumble 15w.

Heretic! You should be stripped of your lapels and thrown out of the forum.

*puts on thinking cap* Who do I know in the States that I can send this to, so they can then ship to me.............

I'll add that to the list and keep an eye out for one. Ta for the heads up!

You can almost hear the 60s just by looking at it - lovely stuff. I also like that you're using your Hartke as a stand for the boiler 😂

Nice! You're now an owner of what is officially the coolest looking bass or guitar on the planet! You've summed them up pretty perfectly when you say they're fun and easy to play, I go through phases of thinking about selling mine, then pick it up and instantly change my mind. They're just so light and easy to get around. Add that fuzz in there too, it's almost like they're designed to be played dirty.

I haven't got one yet and I've just had loads on that puts me in 2 minds about learning - I have a new baby on the way in a couple of weeks, so won't have that much time for and I'm also wondering if it's better to just spend more time playing the bass rather than learning a new instrument. Then I think learning the piano will make me a better musician, so I start looking again. The Recital Pro I was looking at was sold by the time I was back from my break and I've been out bid on a couple of Yamaha P45's recently. I think the Yammy is the way to go though so I'm still keeping an eye out.

Or, if a pastel green is fun enough then the Ibanez Talman is an option..... https://www.andertons.co.uk/ibanez-tmb30-mgr-4-string-bass-guitar-in-mint-green

Ashdown Capri..... https://ashdownmusic.com/products/roasted-capri As well as the Bronco, Squier released a Jag in pink that might come up 2nd hand. It's medium scale at 32" though, if that's any good? If purple is an option, there's also this Bronco..... https://www.fender.com/en-GB/squier-electric-basses/other/limited-edition-squier-sonic-bronco-bass/0373803517.html

Here's a brunswick blue 335..... https://www.gibson.com/en-GB/Electric-Guitar/CUS18827/Brunswick-Blue And a purple sparkle 335..... https://guitarscigars.net/2022/03/11/gibson-64-es-335-purple-sparkle/ Both look pretty great. Oh dear....

A purple sparkle thunderbird........? I'm off to sit in a dark room and repeat 'I don't need another bass' for a few hours. Maybe it'll work.

Steve Albini wears his guitar like that - the proper way to wear it according to the man himself 😃 I think he just uses a long strap and wraps it around himself, so you could always give that a go to see how you get on with it?

Drummers, eh? I think as long as the whole band have a chat together and agree on a catchment area for gigs then he likely won't bugger off again. If there are other options though I'd base it on personality and who I'd rather hang out with over actual ability, unless this bloke is noticeably better than everyone.