Paul S

I bought a Hipshot A style bridge from Kim. Very easy and pleasant transaction, arrived beautifully packaged all the way from Germany in not time at all. A pleasure doing business, sir!

[quote name='4 Strings' timestamp='1358523631' post='1940841'] If fact, with the 3 volume/gain type controls you can make as sensitive or otherwise as you like, more so, perhaps, than other amps. [/quote] ^^This^^ Are we sure we aren't me?

Its on eBay now, with a reluctant postage option. Absolute bargain.

Technically they should but I reckon it is unlikely. Pictures are your copyright, your intellectual property. A couple of years back I saw a plant listed for sale and the picture was one of mine, taken of the same type of plant growing in my garden. I contacted him asking him to pay me for use of the picture or use his own pictures, he said 'prove it'. I contacted eBay, they didn't trouble me with a response.

[quote name='4 Strings' timestamp='1358427703' post='1938911'] Stingray [/quote] Now I prefer a Sterling myself...

Time to report back. Superfast service from Matt at GB/Fender, 3 x LEDs arrived yesterday. Unfortunately I fell at the first hurdle - just opened up to see what was required and the old ones need de-soldering to remove and new ones soldering back in place. Beyond my shaky hands and limited soldering skills. I will pass it on to a mate who does soldering more than I do. Not sure exactly what is going on, though? Would all 3 fail if one failed? Plus they all seemed to glow blue very slightly when switched on but not enough to illuminate the inside. I am sure someone who knows what they are doing would be able to sort it out, anway.

[quote name='hamfist' timestamp='1358370676' post='1938152'] Thanks Paul, some decent, and well articulated ideas there. If I bought a Fender std P, would any std Fender Jazz neck fit on it. Are they all std sized heels and body sockets ? ie. everything interchangable, so long as I stick with Fender. [/quote] That I don't know, I am afraid. I suspect Life isn't quite that straightforward, but the Mighty Mite neck is good value and was a direct fit into my P-Body. I am sure many folks on here will have a handle on the broader picture.

A few randomn thoughts - this has become my favourite configuration now, too. Swapping necks is easy and the absolute sure-fire way of getting a P-Bass with a Jazz neck.. I bought a MIJ P Bass that had a Mighty Mite Jazz neck on it, albeit with tinted laquer. I swapped with someone for a clear laquer and it went on with no problem. It has become my favourite bass at the moment, especially with a P-Retro on board. Fender Jazz Bass Special and/or Power Jazz Bass Special (this is the active version). They are P shaped, P/J pups and a J neck. Nice. But I wouldn't necessarily say they sound P-Bass-like. My Power Jazz Bass Special is more aggressive, although that might be because it has a SPB-3 in it, which I am not entirely sure about. Thinking outside the box, as they look nothing like a P- Bass - a Hohner B-Bass or a Hohner Jack Bass or a B2A cricket bat can all manage to sound exactly like a woody old P bass and have skinny (ish) necks. you get a lot of bass for your money with those, too. A Westone Thunder (or similar) fitted with a decent P-Pickup - say a Wizard Trad - will sound like a P-Bass but have one of those lovely Westone/Matsumoku necks that are nearer Jazz sized.

Had the same thought myself - just 4 posts on this one thread. Seems a bit odd for an introduction.

Development - I just spoke to a gentleman named Matt at the GenzBenz service desk and he is going to send me one, gratis! Superb service.

Thanks for that! I will contact Genz Benz and see if they can point me in the direction of a replacement LED (not bulb- doh!) I bought it secondhand, so a warranty wouldn't apply. Thanks again.

Talkbass? Is that another internet forum type thing? Looks like I may have to. Thanks.

Paul Spracklin - South Benfleet, Essex

Different people have different experiences, it seems. I had the long term loan of a '98 USA Standard Precision and found it ok but nothing special. And certainly not a patch on my MIJ mid 80s Power Jazz Special which I would say is the nicest put together instrument I have played. I think you've just got to kiss a lot of frogs before you find a prince.

[quote name='lurksalot' timestamp='1358078856' post='1932629'] we could even anounce the event at each gig and put a hat round,though that would be optional . [/quote] Like that idea.

Great idea - if it gets to the North Thames Delta count me in. I have a Kent Armstrong pup lurking in my bits shoebox you can have, if you still need a P pup.

Noticed today I am missing the blue light inside my GB Streamliner - bulb must have gone. Not exactly important but if it is easy and cheap I may as well stick a new one in 'cos it looks kinda perdy. Anyone had to do it yet? If so what do you get and from where? ta.

[quote name='garythebass' timestamp='1357838398' post='1929374'] For me it's absolute perfection, but maybe it's just a matter of personal taste - let's face it, life as a bass player would be pretty dull if there was only one bass, one amp and one cab that were the solution for everyone. [/quote] This pretty sums up how it is for me. All my amp/cab gas is cured. 95% was getting Barefaced cabs, the other 5% switching to a GenzBenz.

[quote name='bluejay' timestamp='1357916279' post='1930558'] I don't see that as saying anything sad about your existence - rather as giving praise to Basschat as a community. [/quote] Yes, community is about the right word, isn't it. It is heartwarming to read some of the immense support given to folks on here at times of trouble. Let alone the wealth of experience and knowledge that is freely shared. I am a member of discussion forums connected with other aspects of my life and also ran one for best part of 9 years. This is one of the best out there IMO. Yes, there are trolls very ocasionally and a few grump bags but generally it is a great place to visit and spend some time.

I had a Peavey Fury II and it had the thinnest, skinniest neck I have ever played - one for you to avoid.

I just looked on my profile and I have been a member here for 4 years. Where did that go? I joined when I had just graduated from bedroom to ballroom, joining my first ever band around the same time, and so my learning curve has been exponential. In terms of the music I have a far greater understanding and level of interest in what I am trying to do because of Basschat. It has also given me the interest, confidence and safety net to fiddle with basses - do my on setups, change the electrics etc etc. It might be a sad reflection of the state of my existence but additionally Basschat has now become the lens through which I view the world. If I want to find anything out I come onto here first. If it is in the news and worth reading, it is on here. If it is for sale, it is on here. If I (rarely) am bursting to say something, I do it here.

[quote name='redbandit599' timestamp='1357821932' post='1928898'] I used to have a Hohner B Bass, this was very light in weight and to play, with a slim neck. Can't imagine they go for much now but it was a really nice giggable bass. Through neck, Jazz configuration pups and active/passive. Might be worth a look if one comes up for the right price. Lighter than my Warwick Corvette 4 (which is also very nice) and a similar size body. [/quote] I have one I could be persuaded to part with. Black. Missing a battery cover.

For the price of a set of flats I'd just buy them and see for myself. That way you don't make any rash decisions without being completely informed. If you don't like the SG, another thought would be to get a short scale Fender like a Mustang? Best of both worlds then, maybe?