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I just realised how much time I was wasting buying stuff I didn’t want, need, or use. In the end, I found what I was chasing… This year I did 40 it more gigs plus about the same number of sessions with my old people’s group. It showed me I loved the playing, and massively helped me to focus on what I need and use and the stuff I don’t. The Bryant was something I loved but having it here was a constant reminder of my failings. So selling it to someone who now uses it every day has freed me of that. I’ve now sold everything I don’t use, given away guitars and instruments to friends, and now feel so much happier. Still got one last freebie listing to do at some point tomorrow and then it’s all gone. I’ve probably lost a fair few quid, but feel a million times better. I guess it’s the opposite of scamming people!

This is the same for me. I’ve justified one mega purchase this year with my gig income. With all the gigs already booked it’ll pay itself off. That’s incredibly satisfying to know a £3,000 piece of gear will be earned through music.

Have changed the title. I’ve been scammed before. Not on here, but by a few customers to my business. Its all based on trust and sometimes that goes too far. I’m done with online selling of instruments. It’s just too dangerous. It’s pickup all the way.

It’s a shame but this sort of thing can happen with any mass produced instrument (or object). I had a vintage Telecaster where the truss rod broke (vintage shop value: £5000) I’m sure it’s covered by a warranty and hopefully it’s sorted soon and you’ll get back to playing!

I’m a member of the Fretboard and someone there (with a long history of buying and selling) advertised a couple of guitars at competitive prices. Unfortunately, it was a scam and the guys have lost their cash. Seems his account was compromised and the seller an imposter. This isn’t to gloat or point out how silly or reckless they’ve been, rather a warning I guess to do your due diligence and if possible meet and pay in person. Heres hoping there’s a positive outcome there, but it doesn’t look good. https://www.thefretboard.co.uk/discussion/259189/1989-gibson-les-paul-standard-candy-apple-red-sold/p1

And it’s entirely my fault for bringing it up so for that I apologise.

We’ve had this conversation Ad Infiniti’s and it’s always a circular one. Opinions differ and at the end of the day it’s all just wood, plastic and metal bolted together.

100% this. Cup of coffee and an honest chat.

Without wishing to start WW3, the quality of wood, components, and finish of the USA basses is higher. (But I still love Mexican basses!)

The only thing I’d say is that I bought a bass like this once and I could never trust it. I always assumed it would break at some point. It never did, but I still sold it.

I agree this would sort the issue, but you need to consider why it’s happening. These are expensive basses and are fairly new, so it’s either a lack of care or something worse, Either way, I’d save the cash and time driving hundreds of miles and find one on here that’s fine.

If I’m being paid (which is why I gig most of the time) I’ll have two of everything. Two basses, amps, a selection of leads, spare strings, power cables, and a load of spares that may be needed. Having had some spectacular gear fails, it’s not something I enjoyed and don’t want to happen again.

I tried one of these basses and it was really excellent. The only thing I’d upgrade are the tuners but overall it’s a top notch bass.

I’ve had both. The HB is a nice guitar, but the SX is a much better instrument. The binding and inlays are excellent and the wood high quality. Overall, it sounds better. €240 is a good price if it’s new. Personally, I’d go for the SX and if you need to upgrade the pickups then do it. Hope you find the bass you love!