Paul S

That is cheap. Come in handy for opening beer bottles, too.

Not sure I understand that but nevermind

I am not surprised - it was lovely. I hope the bullet wound in your instep heals quickly

Indeed, horses for courses. I used to have a big old Trace Elliot rig and loved it to bits - unfortunately my dodgy back went from 'acute' to 'chronic' and I had to sell up and get lighter gear. Cabs were never a problem courtesy of Barefaced. I have tried various small heads over the past few years - TC Electronic RH750, Classic 450, GenzBenz Streamliner 600, MarkBass Little Mark Tube 800. They are all nice in their own way but always seemed to lack 'something'. I recently acquired a version of the Trace Elliot GP 12 head and, for me, it kicks all those others into touch. Getting the tone I like is simple - push in the 'Trace Elliot Pre-shape' button and that's me done. At 12kg it isn't too heavy for my fragile back. It louder than any of the aforementioned heads, too. Some people hate them, some people love them - I love them. It feels like I have come back home after a spell out in the cold, put on a pair of comfy slippers and sat by the fire.

Despite the bite taken out of it arse I imagine there must be a bit more wood in the body so maybe it doesn't neck dive. For the right band that would be quite interesting. I'd play it!

This thread seems rather too close to trolling for comfort. OP says he doesn't see the point of high end gear for weekend warriors, weekend warrior says he gets it because he likes it, OP repeats that he doesn't see the point. Copy and paste to all respondents. Why does it matter, other than to try and provoke a response?

Just seen this thread, Rich - you don't hang about! Nice job. Had you kept with black I may have bought it back!

[quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1436455711' post='2818306'] Marinus bought my Fender Jazz Bass Special in a totally smooth and easy transaction. Great comms, instant payment, nice friendly guy to deal with. I wouldn't hesitate dealing with him again. [/quote] And I didn't hesitate! Marinus bought my Shergold Marathon in the easiest of deals. Sorted out his own courier, great comms, instant payment etc etc. Look forward to the next time!

[quote name='gareth' timestamp='1441032587' post='2855491'] Short scale = bad sound [/quote] Even this one? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/264839-fender-mustang-bass-1967/page__p__2849944__hl__mustang__fromsearch__1#entry2849944"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/264839-fender-mustang-bass-1967/page__p__2849944__hl__mustang__fromsearch__1#entry2849944[/url]

Even with import charges I reckon this would be a good buy. Not for me as I can't stand red basses. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1985-FENDER-JAPAN-JAZZ-BASS-PJ-535-TORINO-RED-E-SERIES-FUJIGEN-MEDIUM-SCALE-32-/271972431909?hash=item3f52d1f825"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1985-FENDER-JAPAN-JAZZ-BASS-PJ-535-TORINO-RED-E-SERIES-FUJIGEN-MEDIUM-SCALE-32-/271972431909?hash=item3f52d1f825[/url]

Warren - this makes me wonder why the regular bass player is unavailable. Is it possible you are considering sacrificing more than perhaps he is in order to make it? But the bottom line is only you know how important it is going to be for you to do it - what, if any, repercussions there are going to be if you do or don't say yes. From an outside perspective my thoughts are that if, by agreeing to dep, you are likely to get a lot more paid work with the band then you could see it as an investment. If not then I personally feel it is taking advantage of your good nature.

Repeat of my last post from 2 years ago - except this time it was a Hohner B2ADB! Thanks Ian.