Burns-bass

I've still for a brand new and sealed Bose speaker upstairs. I bought in summer when I had outdoor gigs, but I haven't needed to use it since then, and so it's now covered in (clean) washing.

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You can get a 4/4 in the smallest cars (I have!). Last gig I got my DB, two 10” cabs, two amps and a leads box. We also got two guitars, two guitar amps, a PA speaker on and a coat, all in a 2034 Dacia Sandero. Fold down the seats and by turning the bass on its side, you can slide the neck between the two front seats and secure in place with a coat or some padding. Easy!

I’d be I tereted in the Krivo Chris.

Fascinating stuff!

I’m going to buy one as a back up for gigs.

Although this has me wondering a little bit… https://bassbros.co.uk/product/skull-bass/

They’re just good lads. Fair trade ins, reasonable prices and they are nice.

I asked at PMT and em this was basically what they told me. It’s one gig fee so I’ll order from Thomann. Appreciate the reply!

Personally, I’d replace a busted pot or jack socket with new ones rather than try and source a vintage part. It’s all part of instruments story after all. Alternative is that a dealer doesn’t know (or wilfully ignores) then changed part and claims it’s all original.

It’s with a dealer but I assume it’s a commission sale. Any real vintage dealer would do the work and stick it up for a bigger profit.

There’s no real definition. It’s because bits have been changed that it’s not as desirable to a dealer or collector. When people say “players instrument” it often means it’s damaged!

I’d look at all these as a trade down on what you have in terms of build quality and diversity of sound. No way would I swap a U.S. Jazz for an Epiphone.

Sort of similar design to the Rascal. Loved that and never bought one when I should.

This may not qualify as vintage, but it’s 100% collectible. I love these!

I’m a pathetic, puerile man and I feel ashamed this made me laugh.

I have just bought one of these and it’s ace. I’m trying to find the official hardcase but they’re all sold out. Can you let me know if there’s an alternative hard case that would fit? Mucho thanko.

Music moves on. People lamenting the death of bands as a music and cultural force are those who’d believe music peaked in the 60s and 70s. Theres plenty of good stuff out there. Put down the 483rd Pink Floyd reissue and embrace it!

They got the label wrong on this one.

Looks amazing! Neck alignment can be changed, just loosen off the neck bolts and position the neck in the right place and screw in. Happens all the time. Obviously can’t see inside the bass but it looks all original from the outside. These seem to be rocketing up in value. Best of luck with it.

They swapped the location of the thumb rest on all basses in 73/74. If you’re worried about originality, I’d post some picture here and people can share their views. (The arguments only seem to happen about the high value pre-CBS Fenders so should all be fine!)

Once you’ve got a double bass there’s sort of no point. I did buy it for practice in the evening as I got an amazing deal on it, but it’s just sat in my living room shaming me every day!

This looks cool. To my eternal shame I have a Wav 4 bass and I’ve literally never played it.

Some people reckon it’s hippy BS but this could help you: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alexander-technique/#:~:text=The Alexander technique teaches improved,posture and move more efficiently. I suffered from back pain after a motorbike injury and this - as well as some work at the gym - has transformed my posture. Im not medical expert so always speak to a professional before doing anything but don’t ever risk your back.

One of the beautiful things about the double bass are the overtones. Of course, you won’t get this with an EUB. Adding a bit of chorus or reverb can help add another dimension to the sound, too.