Beedster

Think I'll hold on to Clarkson for a while so thread closed I guess........

Thanks Jake, will give you a call.

[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I've listed this in Amps and Cabs For Sale but it seems a good idea to list it here also. Phil Jones Briefcase [/font][/color][url="http://philjonesbass.com/store/bass/pjps-briefcase-bass-combo"]http://philjonesbass...case-bass-combo[/url], [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]in my opinion the best of the small portable small gig combos and perfect for DB, especially as it can be carried to the gig at the same time as the DB. As you can see from the pics, It's in very good condition, albeit suffering from that odd little 'thwump' noise that around 50% of PJB gear makes when you switch it off. I've gigged this with DB about 20 times and about the same with acoustic bass, and it really is an outstanding little amp. I tend to stick it under a chair for DB gigs and most folks - including a few musicians on the stage - simply think they're hearing the natural sound of the DB and marvel at my ability to project Tone wise, it's beautifully transparent but, perhaps contradicting this, also appears to flatter the instrument. It also project nicely, even in some quite big rooms, and works well with electric bass, acoustic bass, acoustic guitar, mandolin and even electric fiddle. [/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]At £300 it's a bargain, new price is close to twice that I believe. [/font][/color] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/30CF1ACE-2A10-4E39-9AD4-D7DC54D23425_zpshcreegao.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/6EBACCEB-9EB9-4243-81C5-C96501ADA1DE_zpssurdm6om.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/B5C221C1-48F2-4800-8E76-99C1B68CAC8C_zpsb0otsjv1.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/78C02DC3-D5F2-408E-8EB5-80CD59C64303_zpsjw0vmafn.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/7920F2B7-AEE7-4127-9EF3-3716AE261DD8_zpsrjs76itz.jpg.html"][/url]

Thank you for your kind comments gentlemen, the rather attractive blonde is now sold and will be spending the foreseeable future in that London

[quote name='Shaggy' timestamp='1452432778' post='2949854'] Jeez, I'd feel like Elvis with this bass........ [/quote] I'd love to see you in a white one-piece rhinestone jumpsuit Greg

Dan, I suspect that if this was on eBay at a substantially higher price it would sell quickly? OK, it can be quite uncomfortable selling high value items via that route, but the risk can be pretty much mitigated through careful statement of T&Cs in the listing (and obviously if you provide a contact number people will try to deal direct). £6,000 for that bass? As Bacon would say "It's Sale of the f*****g Century"

Long queue for the Aggie gear so a quick bump for the apparently rather unnoticed yet very high quality PJB Briefcase at the top of this thread

[quote name='Legion' timestamp='1452505196' post='2950462'] This is a lovely bass, with a nice warm sound that contrasts very well with the relatively bright velvets. Chris has had some great work done to get this bass in top condition. Best of luck with the sale, should make a nice DB for someone out there in need [/quote] Thanks Jason, i have to agree, it has a lovely tone that would not embarrass a far more expensive instrument. I've had a think about pricing on this bass and for a couple of reasons am going to revise it down to £800. Firstly, I was mislead by the label into believing it to be a 1960's English instrument when in fact the label was the importer not the builder; as Jason mentioned in his thread it is likely of Czech origin. Second, in arriving at £1000 I added what I paid for the bass to 2/3 the cost of the work I had done on the bass, and in doing so I'm not sure I've arrived at an entirely reasonable price. So, £800 it is. For that price it is a no-brainer to be honest

Man, that's a nice tour, and on stage as well, good stuff! Would love to catch the show but looks close to sold out already (3 seats left for Friday). Perhaps drop me a PM if you fancy a beer or two mate, it'll be a pleasure to welcome you to town. C

Some more pics and some specific comments re condition etc below. [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/328997B1-A5AC-4392-ADBB-44D78C51E958_zpspdy5bkx6.jpg.html"][/url] It's an old bass, and has spent a lot of time on it's sides (no comments please), so there are a lot of scuff marks. All joints are however sound and there are no structural issues. [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/DCAAB6EB-CF91-46FE-A217-0F6F9775CABA_zpsxa6rl4v9.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/D04453CC-03C8-409D-8DCA-B052F427AFB9_zpsxzeaju79.jpg.html"][/url] Tail-pin doesn't look very nice but is appropriately aligned and rock solid [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/2F2FA1EE-D7E1-4028-9E69-E0DF548ACF00_zpsx6l0swbu.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/EB907714-7E1F-46A7-A4D0-6F7AC26F181B_zpsdo8g9oig.jpg.html"][/url] Philippe moved the bridge slightly as can be seen in the pic below and, along with a few other modifications, this has noticeably improved both sustain and volume. [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/4C8946CC-0F61-4187-857E-F4DF58E152FC_zpsbpobrsfh.jpg.html"][/url] I play a relatively high action..... [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/EB178174-C0A9-45D3-A6E2-A5C1B0EDDCAD_zps7zokvnqc.jpg.html"][/url] ...but as you can see, the bridge can go down a long way and given the trueness of the lovely new board, the instrument will take an almost electric bass action (I've done it) [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/BB10FC99-EB59-4C70-B4D8-FD8290E18D52_zpsc2hvwau6.jpg.html"][/url] The back of the neck may not look very nice, but compared to what would have been a very sticky original finish, and a quite heavy oil that was on previously, the sanded and lightly oiled finish on now is a dream to play. It's a lovely solid neck enhanced hugely by the new ebony board. [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/887C2C6A-F0C1-497F-903E-FE35572E4656_zpsptzmsp1x.jpg.html"][/url] Close up the nicely oiled neck and the join with the new board, which is a lovely thick piece of ebony [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/A6AB3EC8-FEAB-4751-B5C7-8294AE0D8CDA_zpsuysebtcd.jpg.html"][/url] More of that lovely high action over that lovely new board [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/64494A78-B4D7-4366-9B36-B3B7DE725AD5_zpsboc8qefs.jpg.html"][/url] And again! [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/07B59CD9-7816-49E9-A27F-7E1E0883299A_zpsajtgrroh.jpg.html"][/url] Mmmm, ebony [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/809F85BE-6A96-407D-A301-6D451E6741D4_zps3otqsh70.jpg.html"][/url] And again..... [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/DC37F4E5-EC46-450B-8240-3A69F86B1A23_zpsrr280259.jpg.html"][/url] As is the case with the body, over 50 years or so the headstock/scroll has taken a few bumps, but it's all working just fine [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/9DEE516D-9C3B-41D5-9D75-CC816306A3AF_zpshzg8ddrj.jpg.html"][/url] Currently strung with Velvet Blues which sit somewhere between guts and steels to my ear and fingers, a best of both worlds string. Happy to talk string options as I've a few sets of DB strings lying around to say the least [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/Beedster/media/2016-01/6E6DB27F-7945-49A3-92D3-1D55571D673A_zpsbydlwigf.jpg.html"][/url]

[quote name='silverfoxnik' timestamp='1452341714' post='2949023'] Beautiful DB, Chris.. GLWTS! [/quote] Thanks Nik, it's a lovely old thing and, as ever, a shame to see it go, but I now have a lovely Chadwick that will work for both recording and the occasional acoustic gig. As I mentioned elsewhere, I'm still travelling down Sussex/Hampshire regularly to see my sister........ [quote name='jakenewmanbass' timestamp='1452386295' post='2949583'] Chris are you still in Canterbury? I ask because I'm on a tour that does a week in the Marlowe as of Tuesday Perhaps a pint may be possible? Jake [/quote] Hi Jake, I am indeed and am walking distance from the Marlowe mate, what show are you in, I'd love to pop down? Oh, and do you need a new bass

[quote name='Hoppo75' timestamp='1452361735' post='2949297'] Is that 800 for the pair of DB's mate? [/quote] It is yes

Wal and Yammie now sold folks, sorry. I will PM all interested parties ASAP (there were quite a few for both). Thanks Chris

Re the Aggie, I'm pondering keeping one of the cabs and getting a smaller/lighter head, so might consider a PX for the DB750 with a smaller Aggie head e.g. Tone Hammer. Just a thought anyway

[quote name='silverfoxnik' timestamp='1452291503' post='2948693'] A new blonde would be very nice but I'm banned from buying any more basses. [/quote] Ah but I wasn't thinking about the Wal mate, I was thinking the DB

[quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1452207896' post='2947757'] Would it fit a Stonehenge model [/quote] [quote name='BassTool' timestamp='1452283299' post='2948573'] 20'' x 14'' That'll be a small amp flight case then? Looks great, as does the Wal [/quote] Ah yes, the perils of posting from a phone! To clarify it's about 20 x 14 [u][b]FEET[/b][/u]

How is this still here at that price.......?

[quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1452207896' post='2947757'] Would it fit a Stonehenge model [/quote] Yes, and all controls are 0-11