FatDrunkStupid

That's exactly what I'm after (the G4M bass that the OP posted). Can't find it on the G4M web site... anyone got a link?

Ever since I found "my" sound, GAS has abated significantly. I have a modified Player Jazz (with East J-Retro preamp), GK MB112-II combo (mainly used as a stage monitor) and a Sansamp preamp/DI. Very occasionally I'll also use a Trace Elliot Transit effects unit, but only for pre-shape and compression (I ain't much of a slapper). The point is, once dialled in properly, this relatively cheap gear combination does everything I need and acquiring more gear is an unnecessary expense. The hard part is imprinting this perspective into your brain of course! What solidified it for me was purchasing a Cort A6 Artisan. I'd always wanted to try a 6-string and this proved that it wasn't for me and dampened my urge to try new things. Beautiful instrument but it seems my muting technique just isn't sufficient for 6 strings and I'm not inclined to change my (probably bad) habits at this point. I'd happily swap it for a nice fretless 4-string (preferably unlined - drop me a PM if you have something interesting!)

I'm a jazzer at heart and I 100% agree that (loud, obnoxious) use of phones at small jazz gigs is both offensive to the performers and inconsiderate to other members of the audience. However, I seem to be aging backwards (mentally at least) and over the past couple of years I've been getting more and more into punk, hardcore and (believe it or not), drone/noise/doom. As has already been noted, try using a phone at a hardcore gig - you won't be able to hear anything and if you're trying to film on your phone there's a better 99% chance that you and/or your phone will be smashed. Not intentionally, but either in the pit or by stage divers. Mobile phones aren't going to go away but as with all things, there's a time and a place. These big bands who ban phones at their gigs are ultimately on a hiding to nothing. And good luck trying the same thing with any pop band with a predominantly teenage and/or young fan base.

Just a quickie (oo 'er): Does anyone know which model of Hipshot Xtender (D-tuner) would fit on a MIM Fender Player Plus Jazz bass (2021)? I can't seem to find a straight answer on Hipshot's own web site or anywhere else online ("fits some Fender basses made in 1876 in Katmandu..." etc. etc.) Thanks in advance!

I'm a J bass person and I've had a number of MIA Js and MIM Js (and one P) and build quality wise there's very little, if any difference. However, the electronics on the MIM instruments don't sound as punchy to me. I'm no electronics expert so I can't speculate on why this is the case so it's a "seat of the pants" subjective opinion. Be warned if you're looking at the Player Plus variants - the pre-amp is nasty. Not in the least bit subtle, over-sensitive and the cardinal sin (for me) - no passive switch! My main bass is currently a Player Plus J with an John East J-Retro preamp (with passive switch, wired to run at 12V) and it sounds massive. Yes, I should've just bought a Player (non Plus) in the first place. Live and learn... play a bass before you buy it (duh).

Several years ago I bought a bunch of bits and pieces from the old G&L UK importers (it was kind of a fire sale as far as I could tell). I recently discovered a tatty old gigbag containing a bass that I'd forgotten was part of the deal (it was behind a pile of unused flooring in the spare bedroom). It's a mildy used ("ex demo", from memory) M2000 Tribute in black with a lovely ivory binding on the body. Unfortunately, someone (not me!) has attempted to graft a battered old L2000 neck onto the M2000 body and apart from the next being generally butchered, the truss rod is broken. I love the look of the bass and I'm thinking about either looking for a M2000 neck (which seem to be EXTREMELY rare) and G&L themselves won't sell replacement necks, having a neck made or just chucking it on the Bay of the E. I don't have the tools nor ability to build a neck myself so can anyone recommend a luthier in the Scarborough/York/Hull area who might be able to make a neck which won't cost more than the bass sold for new? I know that's a big ask, bordering on "choosing beggar" territory so is it worth selling either as-is or body, electronics and hardware only? Thanks for any and all advice.

Looks like it's back and as nutzoid as before: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266066753815

Closing the loop on this one in case there's someone else out there as clueless as me (unlikely). @paul_5's diagram pointed me in the right direction. In my case, the +/- battery link was broken. A quick resolder and everything's working fine. Thanks for everyone's help.

@paul_5 Thanks, I'll check that. @Woodinblack Yes, the batteries are brand new.

Nope, I don't have a multimeter. If I try the wiring reversed, am I likely to hurt anything?