Urban Bassman
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The new bass from 2013 PRS - Gary Grainger 4 and 5 http://www.prsguitars.com/garygrainger4/ Looks like it's a production bass and not a special/private stock item. Can't seem to find a price for it as yet...but I would expect it be many £Ks. But I have to say I'm feeling more than a little GAS-ey for it... DV 247 has a bit about it here: http://www.dv247.com/news/PRS%20Introduces%20New%20Grainger%20Bass%20Guitars/133373 Does anyone else know any more about it?
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[quote name='p58' timestamp='1357408183' post='1922300'] I use Line6 lowdown Studio 110. It´s bit more powerful (75w) but it is quite decent amp for bedroom and also for small practice room with quiet band. I got it used and it was cheaper than new Ampeg BA108. I am not very big fan of 8´ speakers, It just sounds too thin to me even for quiet practicing, but it is just my taste. if you need to practice while your son sleeping, I would also ho with some kind of pandora or Vox amplug and headhones (or Apple device with pocketGK app). [/quote] +1 from me on the Line6 110. It has some very usable sounds, got headphones-out and a line-in if you want to play along plus a very usable line-out for recording. Nuff Sed
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ANY DECENT TECH/SERVICE CENTER FOR BASS IN LONDON?
Urban Bassman replied to diogio's topic in Repairs and Technical
Same here - no point looking anywhere else IMO -
[quote name='Mykesbass' timestamp='1357733559' post='1927357'] And welcome from another Burgess Hillian - although "Urban" is probably a bit strong for our little town I work in Fontwell so should pop over one lunchtime to see your place. Cheers, Mike [/quote] I do a great frothy coffee - just bring the biscuits
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Demo recording studio recommendations - Horsham/West Sussex area
Urban Bassman replied to ikay's topic in Recording
You could also try Sound Central in Bolney, just down the road from you. They have a nice live room. http://www.soundcentralstudios.co.uk/ I know the owner Aidey - top fellow. Just tell him that John Wilson sent you along, he'll look after you. -
Indeed welcome, from a fellow West Sussex-er - Burgess Hill. Plenty to see and do here.
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[quote name='Ant' timestamp='1357056137' post='1916860'] Can't seem to find anywhere that sells a gig bag to hold two basses!! The mono dual case is out of my price range so looking for cheaper alternatives [/quote] Ritter make them. http://www.ritter-bags.com/index.php?id_range=&id_type=8&id_model=76 Used to use one myself a few years ago. Great quality.
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[quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1355319739' post='1896854'] Andy's Sweet' singer is Pete Lincoln, he's not a yank, Geordie I think but he doesn't sound like it; before him it was Tony O'Hora who is now on keys & 2nd guitar & before him it was Mal McNulty who is now on vox with Slade. They should get revolving doors in them nostalgia bands these days! I've been going to Sweet gigs for about 8 years + & this is the best line-up I've heard. Steve Priest, the original bassist has his own Sweet in the USA but it seems to be more of a heavy rock band doing Sweet covers with some bloke on bass wearing a cape - I don't rate them. [/quote] The bloke in the cape is Steve Priest....he's put a few pounds on since 1977... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-dm3XkvJ-M http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsT6AhdOoEw nice bass though.
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[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1355473423' post='1898719'] Night off. I'll be 'Hitchhiking' with my towel and a very interesting book... [/quote]
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[quote name='pietruszka' timestamp='1353582616' post='1876234'] I could be mistaken, but isn't 'Oliver's Army' played on a fretless? It certainly sounds like it on the bridge. As for being 'lost in the mix', I've never had that problem. Is there any particular reason that not having frets would mean you'd be 'lost in the mix'? Dan [/quote] Funnily enough I'm working on this very song.... Personnally I don't think it is a fretless - IMHO it sounds like a fretted Precision played with a fair amount of attitude! Which is how I intend to play it but with a Jazz
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The S1 switch that was fitted to Jazzes a while back gives the Jazz a "P" sound - mine does and although it's not quite a full on P it's pretty close IMO. Better than butchering a perfectly goodJazz Bass I reckon.
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Oh yes he is Da-Man. Seen Yes live many times and CS delivered the goods every time. And he is the reason I play the bass. nuff sed
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I was just going to say that it's with Andy He's had it for some time, it's a commission sale I believe.
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Sadley there seems to be no love for ESP Ltd basses. My B-1004 has been up for sale for a while and no nibbles at all So it's now on ebay. Good luck with yours though - have a bump! -
Aah yes. But I'm sure/hope that someone who likes a thin neck will come along soon.... -
Still not doin' it for ya folks? Last bump before t' Bay.
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Thanks Kongo, at least there's one fan of these basses out there. Please buy an extra ticket just to be sure Otherwise, it looks like it'll be ebay next weekend.
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Here's my recently acquired 2005 CAR Jazz. [attachment=120155:030.JPG] I think it's fab - probably the nicest bass I've ever owned
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New player - advice on starter bass
Urban Bassman replied to Jonnyboy Rotten's topic in Bass Guitars
[quote name='Jonnyboy Rotten' timestamp='1349283105' post='1824293'] Hi Guys, I am as fresh to the bass scene as it gets but I have a few mates who play electric guitar but not bass. I want to play mainly hard rock/metal but I will possibly use in my church music group too. These are the models I am considering, has anyone got any experience of these models (good or bad) and which would be the best option? 1) Epiphone Toby Deluxe IV (probably my favourite in terms of how it looks) 2) ESP Ltd B-10 3) Ibanez GSR200 [/quote] My ESP LTD B-1004 is up for sale and might suit you Mail me if you'd like to know more. -
Looks like this'll be up on evilBay at the weekend...any takers before then would be most welcome...
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Any takers? Would make a great back up bass or an inexpensive (but quality) gigging bass. Don't forget it comes with a hard case and I'll ship it for around £30. Bargain!
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Personally, I liked the girl on the piano..........
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[quote name='Kongo' timestamp='1348875790' post='1819502'] Aaaaaaaaaw yeah! That's a cracking LTD all right. Proper high quality model, no cheapy here (not that LTD ever feel cheap). I wish you luck with the sale, much as I love ESP / LTD I prefer the Forest series myself. Nonetheless, great bass. Seriously, if this sits on here with little interest I'll wonder what's going on around this place. [/quote] Thanks Kongo She's a very pretty bass in the flesh and well put together too. Here's hoping. Sensible offers considered.
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[quote name='zbigniew' timestamp='1348746038' post='1817620'] Wow, very nice rig and bass! How would you describe the sound of the Ashdown compared to Ampeg or Trace Elliot? z [/quote] Erm.... Never had an Ampeg rig so I couldn't say how it would compare with a comprable set up from Ampeg. I did have a Trace rig a few years ago and although that was a 2x10 combo with a 1x15 ext cab, I would say that the Trace was a bit brighter. Having said that there are so many eq options on the Ashdown as well as the Trace, including a crompressor, that you can pretty much dial up any sound you want. As I said I've not used my Ashdown in anger yet but just by using at home and rattling a few windows, I've got a sound that I like which will probably only require minimal tweeking for rehearsal/gig situations. Not sure if that helped or not but I'm pleased you like it.
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Hi all The arrival today of rather wonderful Jazz Bass means that my B-1004 is up for sale. You can find these new on ebay for about £960, I'm looking for £350 for mine, which includes a Stagg Hardcase. I will ship which will cost approx £30 but I will get a firm quote for a serious enquiry. Naturally collection is welcome, I based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. Now to the bass. Here is the link to ESP's web site which has all the specs: [url="http://www.espguitars.com/basses/ltd-standard-deluxe/b-1004.html"]http://www.espguitar...uxe/b-1004.html[/url] ......and here are the photos: [attachment=119456:ESP LTD B1004.JPG] [attachment=119457:034.JPG] [attachment=119458:038.JPG] There is one dink [attachment=119459:036.JPG] And what seems to be a small flaw in the finish on the back of the bass [attachment=119460:037.JPG] The bass is about 3 years old and as you can see the headstock design has changed slightly from then. The neck is slim, smaller than my Jazz and the action is set low - truss rod works as it should. It plays really well and for those who want to know it's quite light at 8lbs (according to my bathroom scales). All the electrics work fine and you can achive some very usable sounds from the EMG pickups. The hardware is Hipshot. All in all this is very comfortable bass to play and needs a good home. I'm selling it becuase I've decided to go back to Passive Basses after years of being battery driven. I can supply further hi res photos and naturally you are welcome to try it on for size. Please ask any questions and I'll reply to all serious offers - no trades though please. Thanks for looking
