Another month done and still no gear for either tier one or two. However, once the Geddy Lee pedal becomes available at my local Guitar Guitar, I may fall off the wagon.
I used to have one of these, really pokey and with an inherent tone that sits in the mix perfectly. Couple one of these with one of those Quilter BB800s and I reckon that would be the ultimate loud, lightweight rig, although it’s a good match for any amp IMO.
Yeah, that doesn't really work though does it? They're there to sell and if a punter wants to play loudly, they're not going to potentially hinder a possible sale by asking them to turn down. The Eich stand last year was a case in point, the exhibitor opposite must have been particularly irritated (I certainly didn't want to peruse their wares because of the adjacent racket and I was wearing earplugs!). Perhaps having the exhibitors have their own individual baffled areas within their stands is a compromise.
My first shout would be The Gallery. Dependent on where you’re based, Guitar Guitar, Epsom is OK and accommodating, I don’t know about the Camden branch, but you could do that alongside The Gallery (Gallery first though).
Fretless, my favourite type of bass. If you’re wanting the most upright tone possible look no further than a Rob Allen. Outside of that, a fretless Stingray mustn’t be overlooked IMO.
That’s a stunning looking J. I know that Antigua finish divides opinion (for the record, I’ve always liked it) but coupled with those block inlays on a maple board, it just comes alive; what’s not like? Fortunately for my bank balance, I don’t get on with the necks on Js (too narrow for me) otherwise I’d be having serious chats with Mrs Ez and trying to tempt you with my 4003s. GLWTS.
This thread has made me dig out 17-11-70. Just a simple trio, beautifully mixed and recorded, absolutely full of energy. I love the sound of Dee Murray’s honky J bass on this, clear as a bell but still ballsy and never getting in EJ’s way. I don’t think EJ was ever better.