LewisK1975

[quote name='Coilte' timestamp='1487592361' post='3240937'] Hopefully someone can oblige. One thing (well..two actually..) to remember about flats : 1. They can generally be very high tension, though a few brands makes ones with less tension. The Thomastiks (TI's) one of the lowest tension strings out there. 2. When you put them on new, it takes (depending how often you play) perhaps a month or two for them to break in. [/quote] Interesting point with number 2. A certain Mr Steve Harris famously uses flatwounds and has them changed before every gig / session. I guess for him then it's about the feel of flats rather than the sound? Also probably helps that he no doubt gets them for free.

A good pace to start with the BDDI is with everything at midday, then set the level to unity when off/on and then play with the Blend control.

Yep, I find the guys in PMT Cardiff OK too, if you can get their attention, it's a busy city centre shop. Better during Weekdays than weekends.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1487589156' post='3240898'] Neil came across as even more self-important than I expected in that. [/quote] Yep, suppose you're right, never really considered it, but it was clearly his call that they stop touring. Still, they've done alright haven't they. I think they achieved something quite unique actually, to become soooo revered among peers and punters alike, to tour for over 40 years and sell out arenas and stadiums all over the world, never becoming what's considered today as 'famous'. Could just be a UK thing I suppose, but I wonder how many of, say, your work pals, who may only have a passing interest in music will have even heard of them? Never mind name a song by them. But I bet they've all heard of Led Zeppelin & Black Sabbath for example. Doubt that could/would ever happen again..

Yep, bought it on Bluray when it came out. A top watch. The more recent 'Time stand still' is a different story though, actually quite sad to watch if you're a die hard fan.

I actually think the 2017 EB bass looks good, and it certainly has a decent spec. I guess it's really quite difficult for Gibson in the Bass market, Fender have essentially flooded the market over the years with their price ranges through from Squier affinity to Custom shop, all for what's visually the same design. Which means, pretty much anyone can have a Bass which[i] looks like [/i]the one their hero uses. I mean, from a distance, who could really tell a Black/rosewood Squier Precision from a Black/rosewood custom shop Fender, especially if they covered the headstock? YMMV!

Haven't been though the thread, and have only ever owned a few 5 strings, but I'd say that in the value for money stakes, the best I had was a USA Musicman SUB 5. The B string on that thing was just amazing. No noticeable difference in amplified tone from the EADG strings. And that is the key for me when dealing with 5 string Basses.

Yep, nice one, always great when something just feels 'right' straight away. Been thinking about putting flats on one of my Precisions (and Jazzes actually), but the high tension scares me! I did read on here that TI flats are relatively low tension, so might try them, have to wait until pay day though, they're pricey!

I think the cars analogy is way off guys. Please stop with that one. Battered looking cars have never been and never will be desirable. Put quite simply a Cars performance does not (usually) get better with age. A guitar's (usually) does. YMMV!

I'm sure a Bass exists that I like the look of less, but I can't think of any right now. To me that really screams home made by a 14yr old. YMMV!

[quote name='LewisK1975' timestamp='1487321739' post='3238870'] Certainly not [i]un[/i]known but a lesser known firm favourite of mine was a 70's band called Big Star. 3 albums released - #1 record, Radio City, 3rd album/Sister Lovers. Also been known to have a huge influence on such bands as The Posies, Teenage Fanclub and many more.... [url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Star"]https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Star[/url] [/quote] [quote name='stuckinthepod' timestamp='1487326197' post='3238932'] Good documentary about them on Netflix if anyone is interested. [/quote] Actually just watched that!

Certainly not [i]un[/i]known but a lesser known firm favourite of mine was a 70's band called Big Star. 3 albums released - #1 record, Radio City, 3rd album/Sister Lovers. Also been known to have a huge influence on such bands as The Posies, Teenage Fanclub and many more.... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Star

Surprised by how this thread is turning out. I know the OP asked for help, and advice has been given, but there's not much real encouragement going on here..which is not what I've come to expect from BC. I know some folks take this stuff VERY seriously, and thank goodness for the knowledge!, but come on guys, surely there's no harm in the OP finishing the cab off and seeing how it sounds? What's the worst that could happen? He'll definitely achieve the result of getting full whack out of his amp and who knows? He might really like how the cab sounds, other people might like it, other people might ask him to build them one, he might start his own business..... I for one commend Shrek on having a go, Well done matey!

[quote name='FinnDave' timestamp='1487155851' post='3237534'] ..... It is slowly picking up the odd dick and chip in the paint.......................... [/quote]

Every time I try a bass with flats on, I always find the high tension unbearable. These might be an option to stick on one of my Basses for a trial. Then again I suspect Labella = expensive!

[quote name='dlloyd' timestamp='1487081805' post='3236841'] They've been doing relics for 22 years. [/quote] Well there you go! Cheers!

[quote name='Cuzzie' timestamp='1487073543' post='3236723'] @LewisK1975 OI! I thought we said no negativity! Don't spoil my new present [/quote] Haha, sorry fella, enjoy your MarloweDK, it'll be a top Bass for sure. I think if we bring this back to the OP's original point, 'Is anybody getting bored of reliced instruments?', you can't ignore the fact that Fender have been doing the Roadworn stuff for pushing 10 years now? (think they started in either 2007 or 2008). We all know that Fender wouldn't continue making something that wasn't shifting units. So folks are still buying them 10 years down the line. Whilst I think the RRP on these is insane at the moment, to me they represent a good deal secondhand.

Like a few here, I've got the Fender Roadworn stuff, Precision and Jazz in sunburst, and the Flea bass. I do actually like the look of them, but for me what they do really well is (as has already been mentioned) feel like they've been played in. The necks are really comfy (to me anyway). I also like the nitro finishes on them. Also like Highfox mentions, if it does happen to get a 'new' knock or two, you ain't crying into your post gig kebab. I own a genuine '78 Precision (had for donkeys) and a genuine '75 Jazz too, also both great instruments in their own right and feel played in due to their actual age. For me, like I've tried to articulate, it's mainly about the [b]feel [/b]of playing a worn instrument. Does it really matter if that feel has been achieved via wear that has been done over many years, or 'accelerated' in a factory? I say not, YMMV! Just to add - I've also had a Sandberg VM hardcore aged, and to me that was the 'fakest' of the lot. A great bass?, certainly. But the relicing on those is purely about the look, they still feel like you're playing a brand new instrument. If I was getting another Sandberg, I'd be avoiding the relic models.

It looks 'remarkably' like Frank Bello's ESP signature Jazz Basses: http://www.espguitars.com/products?categories=frank-bello

Got one of these as a backup. Wouldn't hesitate to use it if my sansamp (ever) fails. Only my own stupid Brand Snobbery stops me having it on my pedal board permanently.

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1486722086' post='3234051'] ...The real chest thumping stuff is circa 65Hz - the resonant frequency of your rib cage... so you know where to peak your kick drum's eq... [/quote] Well, now we do!, cheers Russ!