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Of course electronics, pickups preamp play a major part in the sound of the instrument but wood also affects the tone. I mentioned Warwick basses because, at least to my ears, they sound really woody and I don't think that's down to the electronics. If you were to have the same set of electronics in another bass it wouldn't sound as a Warwick, would it? I think I was quite clear when I said "I'm not sure what it is, wood, time...." Again I'm not trying to convince anyone, if "yes" or "no" is going to be down to each person, I just said what I think from my own experience.
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[quote name='redstriper' post='1281307' date='Jun 24 2011, 05:50 PM']Thanks for all the replies. It seems 100% unanimous that the old ones do not in fact sound better.... ....I'm not surprised by the response on here, but I did expect there might be one or two people who thought the old ones sound better than the new and I had hoped some owners of early models would have given their opinion. The market for vintage Fender basses must have very little to do with their sound and more to do with collectibilty and investment value.[/quote] A bit late to the discussion but I do think that old Fenders sound better than modern ones. Not all of them of course, there's always been and will be really bad ones, that happened 40-50 years ago and it happens nowadays. Why do I think they sound better? Not sure if it's because the wood used was better quality or that now after so long it has settled, or the time is been resonating.... or just magic but I do think there's a difference. For those who think that wood has no effect on the bass sound, listen to a Warwick bass and you'll see how it really affects the tone. [quote name='redstriper' post='1281332' date='Jun 24 2011, 06:17 PM']But none from anyone who thinks old Fenders sound better than new ones and I am surprised by the strength of that opinion.[/quote] I firmly believe the good ones do sound better. [quote name='Happy Jack' post='1281434' date='Jun 24 2011, 07:59 PM']I'm a recent convert. Having been through LOTS of basses (see my sig) I finally bought a 1966 Precision at Xmas. Astounding. Outstanding. I've had Alembic and Wal, Lakland and Status, Shuker and Goodfellow, etc. They were all great basses, all far more competent as instruments than I will ever be as a player. But the 1966 Fender simply nailed THE sound, effortlessly. Flat EQ, no pedals, simple rig, game over, Fender wins. Bear in mind that I am realistic enough to know that this vintage & rare, multi-£000s instrument is actually a mass-produced basic tool, bottom of the range at the time, put together by a bunch of low-paid guys who could never have guessed that it would still be around 45 years later and worth silly money too. It doesn't sound good because I want it to, or because it cost me a lot of money, or because people tell me that old = better. It's just a genuinely excellent bass. Maybe that's because it's old. And then again, maybe it's not. [/quote] I have been there too, many top of the range basses, all great but in the end I went back to my old Fenders. My '66 Jazz is the one that has THE Sound too This is all just my opinion, I'm not trying to convince anyone, and I won't be convinced by anyone either, each to their own but I can tell you, that without people knowing about the age of my basses they have all agreed the older ones sounded better to their ears.
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As said, on stage at 9.30pm at the Fiddler's Elbow in Camden Town, it's gonna be a good one...I hope. [url="http://www.thefiddlerselbow.co.uk/"]http://www.thefiddlerselbow.co.uk/[/url]
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If anyone is interested we'll be playing at the Fiddler's Elbow in Camden Town, London, this Friday, June 24th. We are on third so we'll be on stage around 9.30pm. 4 bands on the night: DMG [b]Killing Vegas[/b] Feral Sun Death Valley Nights Venue: [url="http://www.thefiddlerselbow.co.uk/index.html"]http://www.thefiddlerselbow.co.uk/index.html[/url]
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POLL! Who uses a hard case for gigs, and who uses a gig bag?
PauBass replied to Evil Undead's topic in General Discussion
I use a Protect Contego all the time, it's a great semi-hard case which offers good protection...plus it has lots of useful storage pockets and it's very comfy to carry around. -
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Tapco S5 active monitors + SW10 sub
PauBass replied to Waldo's topic in Accessories & Other Musically Related Items For Sale
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51m0n very helpful info, thanks! Quick question, have you had a chance to try the Aguilar TLC? [url="http://www.aguilaramp.com/products_tlc_compressor.htm"]http://www.aguilaramp.com/products_tlc_compressor.htm[/url] If so what's your opinion? What would you consider to be a good setting with those controls?
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[quote name='mr_russ' post='1262697' date='Jun 9 2011, 02:05 PM']Yeah likewise, only twigged it was you when I saw this ad - really enjoyed your set, great tone out front too. That Precision 5 is beefy as hell, the low B is excellent too. I need to check over my finances and have got to shift my Ampeg v4bh before I can do anything, but I'll get in contact soon. Cheers matey ;D R[/quote] Cool, cheers and hopefully. speak to you soon.
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[quote name='martthebass' post='1260038' date='Jun 7 2011, 06:21 PM']I would love this......a stingray, a kidney?[/quote] Not trades this times...although the kidney offer is very tempting [quote name='mr_russ' post='1261098' date='Jun 8 2011, 12:56 PM']What sort of weight is this matey, it's stunning regardless but I'm trying to find a reason not to splash out. Great set at The Haunt on Sunday by the way, loved your tone too. R[/quote] Thanks, I didn't know there was someone else form the forum playing The Haunt gig too, I'd have said hello otherwise.... Nice set yours too and that white 5 P bass looks great! Not sure how accurate my bathroom scale is, I've just weighted the bass and it's under 10 pounds a bit lighter than another '78 Jazz I have at home if that helps....I don't find it too heavy to be honest, perhaps Phsycoandy can give us a more exact weight.
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My Pedal Demo Video collection - *FREE PEDAL GIVEAWAY!*
PauBass replied to I am not excane's topic in Effects
[quote name='I am not excane' post='1252310' date='Jun 1 2011, 04:26 AM']It's the same difference as using fingers vs pick without using FX.... of course it will sound different, but the tone of the pedal will still sound almost like the clip with the pick. The pedal retains all of your playing dynamics and is very sensitive to your attack. That's a big plus with this pedal PLUS, it doesn't start to "fart out" or get fuzzy like a lot of overdrive pedals do when pushed. You can get some fuzzy tones out of the B3K, but it's the only pedal I've used that still keeps the "grind" without getting mushy or fuzzy. I'm in the process of getting a Zoom Q3HD to drastically improve the sound quality. I purposely want to record these videos by NOT going direct into a board because I feel you get a more real-world sound of what it will actually sound like when you plug in and play live in a band situation (unlike a pristine studio recording)[/quote] Thanks, I have already order one...can't wait for it to arrive! -
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Can anyone point out a good example of fuzz/distorted bass?
PauBass replied to Annoying Twit's topic in Effects
[quote name='cheddatom' post='1253686' date='Jun 2 2011, 10:39 AM']Excellent tone, but I wouldn't really call that Fuzz, would you? More like overdrive IMO EDIT: maybe not, I haven't listened to it in a while, i'll put it on when I get home[/quote] No, it's not fuzz but the post is: [i]Can anyone point out a good example of fuzz/distorted bass?[/i] -
Ok, that's it, I'm ordering mine today I already liked the video from "I am not excane", playing with a pick, now listening to the fingerstyle tone of this unit, I'm conviced it's the one I've been looking for a long time! Thanks for the demo, nice work.
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Can anyone point out a good example of fuzz/distorted bass?
PauBass replied to Annoying Twit's topic in Effects
I love Jon Stockman's from Karnivool tone, listen to this: -
My Pedal Demo Video collection - *FREE PEDAL GIVEAWAY!*
PauBass replied to I am not excane's topic in Effects
[quote name='I am not excane' post='1249687' date='May 29 2011, 09:24 PM']I will be doing more clips of the B3K and will definitely include fingerstyle.[/quote] Thanks! Looking forward to those clips. Before I order one I'd like to hear what it sounds with fingers, sound differs a lot when usin a pick, what's your opinion? -
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[quote name='lowregisterhead' post='1249523' date='May 29 2011, 07:03 PM']I haven't actually tried a 751, just taking a bit of a flyer on what I know of the 750, and recommendations from people I know. Good to hear more positive words. There doesn't seem to be a review piece on BC yet, perhaps I'll post one once it arrives. Checked your band's site by the way - sounds great![/quote] You won't be dissappointed Thanks for your comments about my band!
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[quote name='lowregisterhead' post='1249296' date='May 29 2011, 03:30 PM']Blimey... if only you'd posted this a few days ago - I've just ordered a new DB751 !![/quote] You are gonna love it, I'm sure. After having played Ampegs, GKs, Ashdowns....I've been using a DB751 for a few months now and, for me, it's the best amp ever! [quote name='paulie' post='1249348' date='May 29 2011, 04:14 PM']The new DB 751 is lovely but they made a few changes that I didnt like such as the rubber control knobs and plastic switches but if the tone is still there who cares! Hope you enjoy it[/quote] I've played both and I pefered the tone on the 751, the change they did to the Mids has made a big difference, not saying I didn't like the 750 because it's a great amp and some people prefer it over the new 751....the 751 it does look a bit cheaper but the tone is there. Good luck with the sale, DB750 an awesome amp people.