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Burns-bass

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  1. That’s what I’ve been advised, but even then I’m still stuck on the appropriate size and just how cheap to go. If you have any links or personal recommendations that would be great!
  2. Hi all, my intonation could do with a bit of work and while I play jazz pizzicato all of the time I’m well aware that bowing is the best way to fine tune things and get it bang on, so that’s what I’ll do. I’m not going to use it live, I’m not very rich and I’ve previously played French now, so I’m going to stick with that. Can you recommend some decent entry level choices? (Sub-£100 if possible) Any advice around size?
  3. These bad boys are still here. The strings that started a music revolution (not these ones, obviously - they’re sealed and new!)
  4. Stars album off to Rick to add to his quite frankly incredible collection. Bassman Compacts still here. Would look nice framed in the toilet or music room.
  5. This is the last of my DB bits I’m selling. It’s a pretty much brand new DB Copperhead pickup. It was professionally fitted to my backup bass but was never used. So it’s basically brand new. I’ve included the original Realist fitting and included the upgraded fitting I had added by the luthier. This fits through the string guide on the tailpiece. It’s a much more secure fitting which I prefer to the Realist fitting. You can see how it works using the images below (or go back to normal!) I paid a whopping £170 and given its only a few months old and never used, was looking for around £120 including U.K. delivery.
  6. Don’t know how to price this, but just an idea. It’s an AKG Wireless system including both the wireless transmitter and the receiver. The system all works fine and is an awful lot of fun. It would have been a pro set-up a few years back. The unit all works fine and sounds great. There are a few dings, dongs and dents including one sizeable whack at the back. I use an alternative wireless system at home (and keep using leads when I gig). Yours if you want it now reduced to £30.
  7. AER amps are the greatest amps I’ve ever used. The Basic Performer is unite simply incredible in every way.
  8. Your bank offers you no protection and you’re only protected by PayPal if someone pays their fees (which is fair). Your credit card providers offers you no protection if you pay through PayPal either.
  9. Totally agree. This weekend I’ve shifted a whole box of parts on eBay that nobody is interested in here.
  10. I have always had good experiences when I’ve spoken to the buyer and met in person. The poor experiences on any sales platform have been when I have either sent or been sent an instrument, amp or part. Given the pressure couriers are under, I’m just it prepared to risk sending an instrument anymore. I don’t know which platform earns you the most per item. I decide what price I’ll accept and I’ll wait until I’m offered what it’s worth. I won’t use FB for personal reasons (I’m against the platform and while my protest is pointless, ensuring me or my children aren’t exposed to it is the best I can do) but I do use eBay. Personally, I would prefer to sell here as it supports the community and I have never been ripped off or scammed and I’ve met some genuinely lovely people. This site has also been an invaluable resource that has helped me a lot, so cheers all!
  11. Brilliant, thanks for the heads up!
  12. This is a signed Ltd Edition Print by Jamie Reid (The designer of the Sex Pistols iconic album cover). This is an edition called ‘Dirty Fake Old Queen’ and is inspired by the famous cover. It’s been relicced by the artist, you’ll see what I mean! Its number 28 of 231. Here is some more information about the edition: https://www.artrepublic.com/dirty-fake-old-queen-by-jamie-reid-47287-html-sid-u.html This was purchased from the L13 Gallery in London and I was going to frame it for my office, but never get round to it and I’ve moved office and can’t put up pictures anymore. This was for sale at £250 but I obtained it for £135. (I’ll include the receipt for provenance, naturally). I’m hoping a fellow Pistols fan will be interested in it and if so I’m happy to sell it for what I paid. Editions online have been listed for 2 or 3 times this amount as Reid’s work is highly sought after. Can send but collection is possible, I make a mean cup of tea!
  13. Sold this bass to a thoroughly lovely chap who I hope will love it as much as I did. In life, there are other loves, but nothing hits you as hard as your first...
  14. I’ve tried a few of these, and they’re really good! If you’re struggling with intonation, you can run a root note drone in the background which will help you stay true.
  15. Pre-CBS Jazz bass of the future this one.
  16. Being in a band that develops a great sound usually takes time and commitment. I started playing with a friend of mine who’d never played live before. He is, by all accounts, a bit mad. In the beginning it sounded terrible, but now he’s pretty good. It’s taken over a year to get there. I play jazz with a group of beginners, too. Musically they’re pretty terrible but they love it (and turn up every week on time - that means a lot). I used to want to be cool in bands, now I just want to enjoy time with great people. If you like these guys and want to work to make it better, then good for you. If you’re looking for the perfect band, then it’s probably better to start one than try to find one. If you decide to quit, do it amicably. When you start pointing out the faults of other people they’ll usually find a few of your own, so tread carefully is my advice.
  17. Good question! It’s two double sided pages. Personally, I’m not sure many people would want the Baka Marimba Band on their wall, but what do I know?
  18. It must seem like I’m monopolising the listings as I clear out my music room, but hopefully not. Here I have 2 vintage Bassman catalogues. These are pretty dull, but at the back is a cool picture of vintage Fender basses. Size is approximately A5. £6 each Fender Album of Stars This was a CBS promo item that (I think) dates from the late 60s. It was full of A4 photos of Fender artists and stars that could be cut out and framed. Most are gone, with only two sheets left- but you do get the iconic Monk image! Must be of interest to someone, how about £6. If you’re interested, here’s the full catalogues: http://musicmansteve.com/paper/AlbumStars.htm Prices don’t include postage. (All proceeds will go to a new bass that I’ve fallen in love with for sale on Basschat!)
  19. Seems this has all gone now. If anything changes will Update.
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