ProfJames

[quote name='Norm' timestamp='1479313386' post='3175557'] Go play it. If you like it, buy it, £700 is not a bad price. [/quote] Are they different to a standard Fender jazz in any way?

Been offered one for £700 with just a couple of tiny dings, not been played for quite some time. How good are these basses? I play a Fender MiA Jazz. Is it worth buying? All comments very welcome

Got tickets for these in Oct. Superb stuff.........Yak https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNrv6uAHKJU

A pal of mine has got one and asked if I was interested. I believe it is only about twelve months old and immaculate. Anyone had any experience with them?

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1462875288' post='3046423'] I've just ordered some of those off Amazon... They look much easier to put on and off than the grolsh washers. [/quote] Can you send me the link please?

[quote name='SpondonBassed' timestamp='1462874220' post='3046412'] I see no need to recommend fretted over fretless or vice versa. There is an interview with Jaco on youboob somewhere where he answers a similar question. His answer, in my own words was that there is little difference in real terms because finger placement is the same. This is only true if you fret correctly of course, if not then you might need guidance initially. Let your ears decide, fretless is an excellent way of "getting your ear in" for some. Other methods are available. Hint: Give both a try and decide which one you have the most fun with before you put serious money down. Good luck. [/quote] Thank you. I am going to my local dealer to have a go on a fretless in a couple of weeks. www.bassgear.co.uk in Twyford

[quote name='Spoombung' timestamp='1462860380' post='3046239'] As mentioned already, try and provide some context to your question. [/quote] I have bought a Traben Array which has frets and a pal has offered me a fretless Fender at a cheap price. I don't want to buy something that I won't use but people say that there is a different sound/tone from a fretless (?). I have a teacher and can afford a few lessons (thankfully) so I just wanted some advice. I'm not looking to go gigging or expecting to become a pro player! Just enjoy the sound and playing along.

[quote name='lojo' timestamp='1462824020' post='3046084'] I did , but that shouldn't inspire you Jesting aside , I don't see why not , but it depends on what you are learning and what you want to sound like . You learning theory or just some songs ? What music you into ? [/quote] Just started really, having a few lessons with a good tutor. Learning to read music as well. Into Echo and the Bunnymen, Snarky Puppy, Savages, Stranglers....all sorts

Would you recommend to learn on a fretless?

I am not long into learning and I want to do the right thing by my basses. Will try the washers first. A strap for each bass as well, Thanks all......

Not being a gigging bass player - but I do like to stand - I have been thinking about straplocks. Are they recommended? If so are they easy to fit? Which ones are best?

Well done. Great when things work out that well.....

So it looks as if there is no difference in the MIJ to the American standard. Although there is a premium to pay with the USA built bass.

I have been told that this American made jazz bass - http://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/bass_guitars_detail.asp?stock=12031011053658#panel-reviews is better than the Japanese 75 LTD bass. Is this correct? I know that the MIJ LTD has a precision pick up as extra. I am told that the USA built ones are better and have a slightly thinner neck. Which one to buy?

Thanks CamdenRob. Several people have said that the Fender MIJ 75 LTD's were hand built/made/finished or something like that! The youtube vids I have seen of them are impressive. I think I shall go for it. Les Pattinson used a Fender66 Jazz I think........

Hi All Been offered a [color=#403F3F][font=arial, sans-serif]Fender 75 Jazz Bass LTD Edition made in Japan. Only one year old. Never played one before. How good are they? Would I be comparing like for like against a Rick 4003?[/font][/color]

Hi guys Thanks for all of your advice. Much appreciated. I have had to stop playing sax because of carpal tunnel problems so I have bought two bass guitars! I bought a Takimine 512C semi acoustic bass and have also just bought a Traben Array 4 string bass, Any comments? Both second hand off eBay. Had a first lesson last week as well. Just trying to fit in practice time is the tough thing to do

Another question please.......what is a resonator guitar? As in......http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RESONATOR-BASS-GUITAR-and-CASE-Acoustic-Electric-BLONDE-4-String-DOBRO-BLUEGRASS-/281890152963?hash=item41a1f66203:g:kncAAOSwiwVWTot~

Sorry guys! More questions!.....Takamine accoustic bass guitars..........any good?

Hi All How good is Sigma? I believe they were owned by Martin(?) in the past. I have Martin saxophones which are excellent. This model in particular....... http://www.richtonemusic.co.uk/products/sigma_bmc-1ste_acoustic_bass.asp

[quote name='TheGreek' timestamp='1451935846' post='2944810'] Lozz196 had that very same bass so will be able to give you an idea as to pros and cons. From my own experience I found that an acoustic bass does NOT give you the best of both worlds - certainly not as versatile or as loud as an acoustic guitar. Personally I wouldn't buy another. There are lots of quality low end basses available - certainly more than when I first started playing way back when - some good Squiers, Yamahas and even entry model Musicman Subs in the £200-300 range but you could pick up a really nice Bass Collection Nanyo for half this money (there's a black one available in the "For sale" section for £150) which weigh about 8LBs and gives you the P/J option as well as active models. They are very highly regarded by many. YouTube as a resource is fantastic and joining Scott Devine's website (even just the free bit) is an absolute must. I found DK Marlowe a useful site too. For learning specific songs Songsterr.com is great. With the amount of internet resources available learning to play now is far easier than it's ever been - just remember to enjoy it too... [/quote] Thank you. Will certainly look at everything that you recommend. I appreciate your comments on the accoustic v electric but I think as a starting place I will try both of the Fenders - SCE and CB-100 - and as many of the ones recommended in the previous posts. Your experienced advice is much appreciated. I shall look at the Nanyo in this site as well.

[quote name='RickyV' timestamp='1451933710' post='2944780'] I would definitely start with a 4 string. All your learning resources out there are going to be based on 4 string basses. Get the basics right first is what I would say. I am relatively new to this as well tho so what do I know?!! [/quote] And to BeeBop as well Thank you................I was leaning towards 4 string. Have been looking at this...............what do you guys think?....... http://www.dawsons.co.uk/fender-kingman-bass-sce-electro-acoustic?gclid=CNWalfztkMoCFWgOwwodm8MGmQ That is pretty much my budget..............or what else would you recommend?

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1451914273' post='2944481'] [/quote] Thank you.

[quote name='BeeBop' timestamp='1451928698' post='2944698'] Sorry my knowledge of acoustic bass is up there with the chocolate fire guard 4 or 5 strings ...my preference is 4 strings... for a beginner i would say go 4 ...most books(beginner) are geared towards 4 string but if you really want 5 strings then jump right in ...5 string is an extra string(giving extra lower notes) usually tuned to a Low B 5 string acoustic wouldn't give you as much choice as the 4 string.... [/quote] Thanks BeeBop. Being a complete novice helps! I would think that there are more books relating to 4 strings than 5, but please correct my assumptions! I will certainly take a lesson or two but is there any real reason to learn 5 string rather than 4?

Hi All Thank you for all of the recommendations and help! I am based near Windsor. Have several saxophones - tenor alto and soprano. Just had eighteen months out due to damaging my hand badly so have forgotten more than I can remember! Not good at reading music but will pick up with my sax tutor next month. Yamaha make great horns too so I will look at them. I am keen to go with an accoustic bass - purely preference - rather than electric. What about 4, 5 or 5 string choice? Recommendations please? This is a great friendly forum and I value all of your comments and feedback, thank you. Much appreciated. Budget from £100 to about £400 I woould hope!