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[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1506587452' post='3379684'] I struggle (relatively) with anything after Test for Echo as (for me) they lost their subtlety and variation. Still, my least favourite Rush album (whichever it happens to be at the time, currently Clockwork Angels) is still a great album [/quote] That pretty much sums it up for me. The songs, arrangements and production get weaker, and Neil's lyrics start to suck a bit. (And I'm a MASSIVE fan.)

[url="https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/vintage-fender-jazz-bass-1964-/1268078759"]Got to be worth a look if you're in the area...[/url]

[quote name='miles'tone' timestamp='1506512356' post='3379226'] Cheers. Never tried them but if I can get close to your sound there I'll be made. [/quote] Mind, that's all backline, so don't discount the influence of the amp & cab :-)

[quote name='miles'tone' timestamp='1506444844' post='3378817'] What strings were you using on The Chain in that gig video WoT? [/quote] I'm pretty sure they're D'Addario NYXLs...

[quote name='Drax' timestamp='1506364196' post='3378261'] They've really nailed the online configurator, the best of any manufacturer / luthier. I've got one on it's way and can't help speccing another.. Be interesting to know how many hits it gets, and what % make it through to orders.. [/quote] Well, the build time seems to have rocketed since it went live.. :-D

[quote name='12stringbassist' timestamp='1506352524' post='3378143'] Just wondering if anyone else remembers a Beatles studio recording of 'I saw her standing there' where Paul McCartney stops the song early on, because he hasn't got a pick and can't quite play it. I thought it was on The Anthology, but I can't find the version anywhere. Thanks. [/quote] Are you not thinking of 'One after 909' off the Anthology..?

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1506348737' post='3378083'] Lovely sunburst on the "new" one. Your '71 had faded to pretty much 2T hadn't it? That is a strong, deep 3T. Sounds Ok too... You need to get your sig updated mind... [/quote] Yep - mine had no red on the front, apart from a bit under where the ashtray sat. And... whoops. You're right :-)

I'm actually - SHOCK HORROR - considering getting it refinned Oly, but if not I'd be happy leaving it as-is.

A bit'o'flatwound noodling today... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBLILhJMRKs

[quote name='Painy' timestamp='1506329770' post='3377852'] Handbox looks interesting - I know you don't have an endorsement deal WoT but they really should offer you one . [/quote] Ha. I'm just a giddy fan :-) (and a Geddy fan, but that's another thread)

[quote name='Geek99' timestamp='1506281059' post='3377597'] Totally rubbish relic job though - who did it ? Stevie wonder? [/quote] I wish. ;-)

[quote name='foxyFuze' timestamp='1506287239' post='3377683'] Can't seem to find the price for the R400, Amy idea? [/quote] I believe it's 650EUR - drop Leszek and email ([email protected]) and he'll confirm.

IMO... look no further. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/282884-the-handbox-amplification-thread/"]Handbox R-400[/url] - the best-kept secret in amp world.

Cheers! Here's how it sounds with a pick... :-) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFjwK34t1ZA

Hey gang I (very) recently sold my ol' faithful '71P, with the intention of buying / restoring something a lightweight 60s P. But... this popped up on my radar and I made the mistake of having a go on it. It's light (8.5lbs-ish), lively, and blimmin' lovely. And that rosewood... yum! Pickups are replacements from '76, and the bridge isn't original. Apart from that, it's as-is... It seems to be richer growlier than my warm, round '71. Lots of variation with the tone, though.

[quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1506249647' post='3377269'] Only just caught up on this thread altho i read the initial post at the time. WOT :- i would have to say your way of demo'ing the amp is perfect for me. I like the way you keep the bass relatively simple throughout that allows me to identify the subtle changes in amp settings. I would hope you continue to demo gear in similar fashion. I don't want to see a demo of how great a bassist thinks he is. Its more about what the amp can do for a traditional style of playing or a particular song style. Excellent reviews and i am quite interested in one of the R400 versions. I found the all tube version had a nice tube tone but not as much variation from the EQ. I find that with most of the all-tube amps. I prefer the hybrid tube with SS back end for reliability. Altho its a year after you last posted on this i was wondering how much of the tone is the amp and how much from the TKS cab. I've not used a TKS cab but they do appear very popular recently. Dave [/quote] Ah, thanks Dave. Much appreciated. TBH, I haven't used the R-400 with anything other than my TKS, so I can't really comment. FWIW, my S212 and S112 don't have a distinctive 'TKS' tone IMO. They just sound like classic bass cabs...

[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1506243227' post='3377216'] Exactly which documentary does this refer to? We don't have Netflix. [/quote] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rush:_Beyond_the_Lighted_Stage

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=site%3Abasschat.co.uk+maruszczyk&oq=site%3Abasschat.co.uk+maruszczyk&aqs=chrome..69i57j69i58.7496j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

I actually preferred his P tone :-D

And here it is paired with a P and a pick. What a great combo! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFjwK34t1ZA&feature=youtu.be

[quote name='JamesBass' timestamp='1506101614' post='3376528'] I totally forgot about the CITES reg changes! I was considering a MIJ from Ishibashi just the other day! From the Marusz (that's the most I can spell right now of them!) that I've played it felt nice, but sounded much more modern than any of the 60s P's I'd played! Plus their "custom shop" prices have gone up quite a bit, a P that wasn't actually a full width P neck was topping out at £1450. Where as the Moollon was only coming in at £1700 for the exact spec I'm after. The attention to detail that the Moollon guys put in to things really excites me and combined with the amount of pro players who have used and do use them I'm certain that I'll be placing a order for one at some point soon, I just need to save up a little bit more! [/quote] There's lots of pickup options with the Maruszczyk - you can also spec the neck profile as well. The Moollon's look great too, but does the £1700 include shipping & import tax?

For my money, I'd go for Maruszczyk (for general greatness) or Limelight (which I'd buy again if I could specify a weight). The P neck on my old Limelight Jazz felt wonderfully worn-in, with rolled edges.

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1505685165' post='3373602'] I just leave the amp's EQ flat, and erm.......the bass's EQ flat . I just play differently if I want the sound different, nearer the bridge or the neck etc. Anthony Jackson doesn't even have a volume control on his bass. [/quote] That's broadly my approach...

[quote name='1thoms1' timestamp='1505579601' post='3372985'] Hi guys, was just wondering, when you ordered through Adrian, how did you know about the advancement in the making of your bass ? I ordered in July, Adrian was a bit vague about delivery time and didn't get much news from him since then. Did he just messaged you when the bass was ready ? [/quote] In the beginning, there was silence, and darkness was over the surface of the deep. After one week and ten of this silence, Adrian said, “Let there be light,” and the holy sofa shot descended from the heavens. Man saw that the sofa shot was good, and separated light from the darkness.