Paul S

I recently bought a Halfords tool bag [url="http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_categoryId_255214_productId_261431_langId_-1?istCompanyId=b8708c57-7a02-4cf6-b2c0-dc36b54a327e&istItemId=mptawl&istBid=tztx&_$$ja=cgid:5302137724|tsid:35522|cid:119462284|lid:18283950120|nw:search|crid:21270118204|dvc:c|adp:1o1|bku:1&gclid=CIWX1Zm9j7sCFa-WtAodQksAiA"]http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_categoryId_255214_productId_261431_langId_-1?istCompanyId=b8708c57-7a02-4cf6-b2c0-dc36b54a327e&istItemId=mptawl&istBid=tztx&_$$ja=cgid:5302137724|tsid:35522|cid:119462284|lid:18283950120|nw:search|crid:21270118204|dvc:c|adp:1o1|bku:1&gclid=CIWX1Zm9j7sCFa-WtAodQksAiA[/url] It has enough pockets inside and out to organise the contents a little bit - not perfect but a lot less rummaging than before. This is just for rehearsal - I have a large old Samsonite holdall that contains the rest of the 'gig kit' into which I stick this small holdall - a kind of 2 tier system.

I noticed a small but discernible ripple of comforting warmth in Basschat and wondered what had happened. Did my weekly peek into intros and saw why. Hello!

I just had a rummage through my drawer - got loads! I assume they'll get sorted?

[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1385818914' post='2292508'] No, that neck is like that. From a fretless Squier VM Jazz, made from "ebanol". It's very very dark. [/quote] Ah, righto, that explains that

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1385809581' post='2292374'] As a bass player you have to lock with the drums (and they have to lock with you) but, sorry, all this "we have to play to the level of the drums" is rubbish. If your band has a drummer who can't vary his volume fire him and get a drummer who can play properly. [/quote] Actually it makes perfect sense, I just don't think you are reading it the right way. Unless the drummer is using an electric kit the loudest thing acoustically in the rehearsal room and/or on stage is the drums. Irrespective of whether the drummer can vary his playing or not - all that means is that if he can, then everyone can turn down a bit. If he can't, then everyone turns up a bit. But the volume that everyone needs to match is that of the drums. If the guitarist is too loud, tell him to turn down.

That looks really nice - good job. The fretboard looks very dark - almost black - just how it came or did you do something to that too?

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1385734953' post='2291662'] Hmmm so it would be unlikely that a replacement bridge would be available with only three screws... I'm rather not be drilling any more in the bass [/quote] Hipshot A has just 3 screws. It would solve your problems. Not cheap, though.

I had this with a Jazz bass - I changed the neck for a Mighty Mite and it all ended up being very slightly out of alignment when I put it back together. I fitted a Hipshot A style bridge, which is an exact retrofit for the 5 hole Fender, which has sideways adjustment for the saddles. All perfectly aligned now. A better bridge, too - great piece of engineering! The slight angle of the string at the saddle hasn't proved to be an issue.

Westone Thunder Jet just listed [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321262066650?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321262066650?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649[/url] low starting bid of £35 and only £10 postage. I reckon this will go for a song. These are really nicely made, all black hardware, great necks (22 fret), also much lighter in weight than the 1 series. Sound is a little weak out of the box but a really good starting point for pimping. I stuck a SD 1/4lb'er and a P retro in mine and it was a monster - currently with The Bass Doc having a Musicman humbucker fitted!

Keep a look out on the classifieds here as they often come up after people try them and don't get on with them. I have just changed all my basses back to flats after a period of roundwounds - I just love the tone. And I mainly use a pick. As to which brand - that is very subjective!

Bought some strings in a smooth, rapid and hassle-free transaction. Good price, promptly dispatched. A pleasure doing business.

Amp + BF Compact = Amp + BF Compact + BF Midget =

Somebody Told Me, Killers. I've heard it covered by loads of bands (even Tony Hadley, recently!) but not once played correctly. I tried to do it as per but found getting all those slides, with hands going up and down, to keep in the groove was really hard. That band no longer exists so I don't have to concern myself any more.

What about this Washburn Vulture? [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111224594009?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649"]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111224594009?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649[/url]

Doh! Same one, relisted

There is another white one just popped up on eBay - 24hr auction, no bids yet starting at £400. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331072113585?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

I have never met anyone on this thread, have no axe to grind, merely a bystander, rarely get involved in these off topic spats. But, Lowender, you are consistently and unequivocally the most patronising poster on this forum. Always quick to give the benefit of your experience and always washed down by a big spoonful of condescension. You may not mean it like that but that is how it comes across. And that is why you provoke this perceived 'ganging up'.

[quote name='The Dark Lord' timestamp='1385155689' post='2285238'] It's turn of the century Precisions for me. I have a couple of 1999 models and have never heard or played better [/quote] I had the long term loan of a 98 USA Standard and wasn't that impressed - I guess the old Qc issues have always been apparent. My newly acquired JV0 Squier leaves it for dust. Frankly, so did my old Silver Series Squier P.

Not sure if this qualifies but a Squier Silver Series Jazz has a 40mm wide neck.

Bought Mark's Ibanez SR800 in a completely smooth, rapid and trouble-free transaction. Great comms, promptly dispatched, beautifully packaged and much nicer than I expected. A pleasure doing business!

My Fender Precision Lyte has a strat-sized body - smaller but similarly proportioned to a Precision. I don't know how feasible it would be to use a strat body with regards to the neck pocket/bridge position/routing etc.

Winning bid was £103!! Anyone here nab it for that? Unbelievable bargain!!