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  1. biro
    This is my historic bass. I might get it like now. PM'ing you soon!
  2. biro
    Bump!
  3. biro
    Price drop: 525!
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    On hold!
  5. biro
    Bump!
  6. biro
    Well, as I said, they were quite honest: "We are obliged to advertise these units as they are not discontinued, but we cannot supply currently I'm afraid". That being said, I only discovered that because I emailed them, which is a tad unnerving.
  7. biro
    Bump! BTW, I have recently spoken to the good people ad GAK to inquire about availability of these instruments. This was their reply: [quote][color=#000000][font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Hello there, I would advise not placing an order for any Steinberger[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]instruments currently, we are having a lot of problems sourcing these[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]- the supplier (Gibson Europe) hasn't had any stock for many months,[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]and still can't give us any dates. We are obliged to advertise these[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]units as they are not discontinued, but we cannot supply currently I'm[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]afraid[/size][/font][/color][/quote]
  8. biro
    TGIF bump!
  9. biro
    As my impending, if temporary, move to Canada takes shape, I am considering getting rid of some of my earthly possessions. I bought this one from Backwater, of this parish, just for travelling and I found it extremely enjoyable. I think, however, that most airplane-friendly solution might be to just buy a new bass over there (perhaps a Dingwall, finally?) and travel light, at least one way. So here's a feeler: anybody interested, possibly in London? The bass is in excellent shape. It was in great condition, but I also levelled the frets and now it plays like a dream. I have also bought a regular string adapter, which I can include (for some extra money. Otherwise I'll just keep it and use it with another headless bass of mine.) Pics!
  10. biro
    May bump!
  11. biro
    Bump! Did I mention that it is a beauty?
  12. biro
    I am considering parting ways with this little beast. I have loved it dearly, but I do believe I am more of a Jazz bass kind of person. Since I am also moving to Canada for some time, there is little reason for me to keep it at the moment. I bought it not long ago from loremil of this parish, and it is u[color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]pgraded with Hipshot Tuners, Hipshot Vintage Bridge and Nordstrand NP4a pickup (original hardware included as well).[/font][/color] It is a truly beautiful instruments. It looks, plays, and feels fantastic, but, again, I like JBs better. [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I am asking what I consider is a fair price. I do not think I am open to trades at the moment, but you may try your luck![/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Pickup from London is [u][b][i]strongly[/i][/b][/u] preferred, especially insofar as I do not have a case or a box to post it in and I'd rather not do it if I can help it at all. [/font][/color] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Pics: [/font][/color]https://goo.gl/photos/QFTKz5bDzR1y4Z5r7
  13. biro
    PM'd
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    Backwater

    biro replied to andy67's topic in Feedback

    Just bought Andy's Spirit XT-25. Next day shipping, plus I've never seen anything packed so well. A true gem.
  15. biro
    [quote name='loremil' timestamp='1485249543' post='3222377'] Price Drop: £550 Selling this lovely Fender Made in Mexico 50's Precision Bass in Black, with Gold Anodized Pickguard. Upgraded with Hipshot Tuners, Hipshot Vintage Bridge and Nordstrand NP4a pickup (original hardware included as well). Includes Fender gigbag. Collection in East London is preferable No trade please! [attachment=236549:IMG_1606.JPG][attachment=236550:IMG_1607.JPG][attachment=236551:IMG_1608.JPG][attachment=236553:IMG_1610.JPG][attachment=236552:IMG_1609.JPG][attachment=236554:IMG_1611.JPG] [/quote] PM'd!
  16. biro
    [quote name='rpsequeira' timestamp='1483989573' post='3211784'] Would you like to trade it for a Sandberg Califórnia TT5? It's a 5 string jazz with 2 single coils Cheers [/quote] They are fantastic instruments, but the TT is not quite what I am after. Thanks!
  17. biro
    I am tentatively putting this on sale as I have some expenses planned and, most importantly, I realised (very late) that I like single coils and jazz basses. This is a 2013 specimen. I am using the pictures taken by Chiliwailer of this parish, but I am happy to snap new ones if need be—not that anything has changed! I have never played this bad boy outside of my flat. This is a truly remarkable instrument. Its only flaw is that of not being a jazz bass, which—I have come to learn—is my type of bass. Fantastic conditions, set up by yours truly in the best possible fashion, excellent condition. Tradewise, I am looking at 5 string jazz basses. I could consider a straight swap or a cheaper instrument with cash my way. Face to face in London works orders of magnitude better. And you'll get to try my famous coffee too! I do not have its original case, which I believe is still in the hands of the previous owner. Pictures here (courtesy of Chiliwailer): [url="https://goo.gl/photos/SjYEnyoC2axoEdgn8"]https://goo.gl/photo...YEnyoC2axoEdgn8[/url]
  18. biro
    If only you were interested in trades! These are fantastic instruments, have a free bump on me.
  19. biro
    [quote name='drTStingray' timestamp='1479668541' post='3178318'] I think the inner coils sound more towards a P bass. The outer coils start to sound nasally not unlike a Jazz. Perhaps I'm thinking more an active Jazz than a passive one. [/quote] Yes, but the point is that there is quite a lot of phase cancellation going on, and it occurs in a manner that is quite distinct from what would happen with a J bass. Also, the neck pick up is much closer to the neck than it would on a J bass. I'll record a quick comparison later.
  20. biro
    [quote name='drTStingray' timestamp='1479336008' post='3175838'] Simple reply - a twin pick up Stingray. You get Jazz-like coil selection at the click of a switch. The HS version does the Jazz best and the Lakland HS sound. And of course, a full fat Stingray H sound. [/quote] Actually, I don't think this is quite true. I have a Stingray 5HH—yes, I understand you said that the HS does the Jazz thing best—and It sounds miles away from a Jazz to be honest. Technically speaking, the HH should be capable of pulling out the same tone of the HS when using the inner coils. To my ears that does not, in any manner whatsoever, resemble a Jazz-type tone. The same applies to the use of the outer coils. Granted, I am not speaking about the possibility of using the individual coils soloed, but still, I think it's pretty far away from a jazz bass type of tone, which is actually something that troubles me. In a way, my 35", neck-through. 6-string Ibanez BTB with Norstrand Big Singles sounds closer to a Jazz than my Stingray 5 HH does.
  21. biro
    I am now the proud owner of Dan's Stingray 5 HH. The bass sounds completely bonkers, and Dan is a top bloke. A pleasure to deal with, really!
  22. biro
    Oh my! And that's so close!
  23. biro
    What year is it from? I am actually after an L2500, but I could be tempted...
  24. biro
    PM'd (a couple data back).
  25. biro
    Oh my. The gas alert is going up for me!
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