Pete Academy

[quote name='robocorpse' post='720413' date='Jan 21 2010, 07:12 PM']"Lowfer" advertised it here on October 25, and presumably sold it to "6stringbassist". "6stringbassist" (Kevin) advertised it on Nov 19th, mentioning the plate was being changed by JD, then posted the bass was "SOLD" on 28 November, so he had it at least 2 weeks. The way I see it is unless Kevin did the dodgy wiring himself, then the fault may partially lie with Lowfer (JD wouldn't have done that). The fault could easily "develop" if the wiring is sellotaped instead of soldered. The old advert for the bass mentions John Diggins changing the plate while in Kevins ownership, so I am surprised this wasnt brought up in conversation with Kevin and JD, so I think Kevin knew all along, and just let it go as is. Somethings wrong here, JD wouldn't have let a bass out like that without telling the owner, and/or offering to mend the wiring. Rewiring a Stingray aint exactly rocket science...[/quote] I appreciate your post.

Somebody along the line knew this bass was at fault. Enough said.

[quote name='robocorpse' post='720413' date='Jan 21 2010, 07:12 PM']"Lowfer" advertised it here on October 25, and presumably sold it to "6stringbassist". "6stringbassist" (Kevin) advertised it on Nov 19th, mentioning the plate was being changed by JD, then posted the bass was "SOLD" on 28 November, so he had it at least 2 weeks. The way I see it is unless Kevin did the dodgy wiring himself, then the fault may partially lie with Lowfer (JD wouldn't have done that). The fault could easily "develop" if the wiring is sellotaped instead of soldered. The old advert for the bass mentions John Diggins changing the plate while in Kevins ownership, so I am surprised this wasnt brought up in conversation with Kevin and JD, so I think Kevin knew all along, and just let it go as is. Somethings wrong here, JD wouldn't have let a bass out like that without telling the owner, and/or offering to mend the wiring. Rewiring a Stingray aint exactly rocket science...[/quote] I contacted JD and he said he noticed nothing. But saying that, if he only set up the bass he might not have plugged it in. Sorry to say, but I think something is well dodgy here. I've seen photos of the wiring and it's an absolute mess.

I think I need to come in on this thread. The OP'er is a good mate of mine. He asked me if I knew of any Stingray 5's going. I told him they cropped up on BassChat quite often, and that I would look out for one. Kev's came up for sale and I thought it was perfect - natural finish (always more money at retail), great condition, great price, and a JD setup to boot. My mate contacted Kev and went down to his house to collect. He's a player but knows nothing about the workings of the instruments he plays. He'd never owned a Stingray 5 before. I asked him if he'd bring it to me straight after the purchase, so I could check it out. He got stuck in traffic and couldn't do this. He's a busy man, so it was a month before I finally got to look at the bass. I immediately noticed the pickup wasn't working correctly. I contacted Kev and told him about this. He was adamant he knew nothing about the fault. Fair enough. The rest is between my friend and Kev. But IMO, if it was me that sold the bass, and regardless of the timespan between the actual sale and the buyer discovering the fault, I would offer to pay for the repair, or at least part of it. It's called 'goodwill'.

[quote name='Sarah5string' post='720083' date='Jan 21 2010, 01:30 PM']My 'local' shops are Stafford and Cannock really... none of which seem to stock 5 string strings except on the very VERY rare occasion and I literally snap up the last set in the shop lol[/quote] No probs. Enjoy the gig at the Sugarmill. BTW, Strings Direct are very good...highly recommended and great customer service.

[quote name='Pete Academy' post='720043' date='Jan 21 2010, 12:54 PM']Sarah, I may be wrong but do you live in Stoke-on-Trent? If so, have you used our shop?[/quote] What I'm asking is: Are we one of your 'local shops'? If we're not too far away, we'd be glad to help you out in future.

Sarah, I may be wrong but do you live in Stoke-on-Trent? If so, have you used our shop?

[quote name='richrips' post='718774' date='Jan 20 2010, 10:14 AM'][url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3VMV4Tk8Lw"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3VMV4Tk8Lw[/url] Juan Nelson. Incredible always, spectacular at 2.18 onwards and at various others. [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3R-UlspWEM"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3R-UlspWEM[/url] Obviously, being the worlds best song, this has an unfair advantage, but that does technically make 1.15 onwards the best bass solo ever, i mean why is this even open for debate???[/quote] The Ben Harper track is awesome.

Brings back fond nightmares for me.

And well deserved, too!

[quote name='Pete Academy' post='717062' date='Jan 18 2010, 08:19 PM'] [/quote] Eloquently put.

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='716961' date='Jan 18 2010, 07:22 PM']It actually sounds like someone vigorously twanging a ruler off the end of a desk at different lengths.[/quote]

[quote name='iconic' post='716960' date='Jan 18 2010, 07:21 PM']that's quite humbling, so much talent it hurts, thanks for sharing that...I can't even slap my bass without all sorts of noises coming out the speaker that makes my cats ears pick up in pain...and you can pat your's and make it sound wonderful! [/quote] Love this!

[quote name='silddx' post='716931' date='Jan 18 2010, 07:04 PM']It was rubbish! but a lot of fun.[/quote]

[quote name='waynepunkdude' post='716080' date='Jan 17 2010, 10:16 PM'] WINNER!![/quote] I can see the appeal of this, and I'm not knocking the skill, but is it not fretw***ery of the highest order?

This is the live version of Sanborn's 'Run For Cover'. Marcus's fingerstyle intro and the slap solo in the middle are an amazing example of how the perfect solo should build. [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J85oQSX-d6s"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J85oQSX-d6s[/url] BTW, the sound is very low.

[quote name='samkeen' post='715523' date='Jan 17 2010, 11:10 AM']Sorry to be so samey but my vote's got to go to Vic too. So many amazing solos... I just stumbled upon this little gem yesterday, a great little solo on The Beatles' Yesterday: [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcXI74PaI2w&feature=related"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcXI74PaI2w...feature=related[/url][/quote] Oh no, I've broken my promise! Seriously, this is a perfect example of Victor's unbelievable musicality. Could the anti-Wooten brigade surely argue against this?

[quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='715518' date='Jan 17 2010, 11:05 AM']Another vote for the Victa here. My personal favourite is the track, "The Lesson" (no.4 from Palmystery), clearly giving us a lesson in line deveopment. Love the flamenco feel as well. 1. Pete, how many people are going to say this is unmusical & fret w***ing?! 2. We'll just give them 20p so they can go & ring someone who gives a ****![/quote] Ha! Well, IMO it's impossible not to like either of the suggested VW tracks, especially as melody is the key element.

Victor Wooten's 'Palmystery' album, 3.19 into the track 'Victa'. Melodic perfection (and no double-thumbing!).

[url="http://www.bass-guitar-museum.com/bass-1304-CORT-STEINBERGER-HEADLESS-BASS-GUITAR"]http://www.bass-guitar-museum.com/bass-130...ESS-BASS-GUITAR[/url] Yep, it's a Cort. Not worth 300 quid.

I can't believe Fender have never reissued this bass, as IMO it's one of the best sounding ever. And really easy on the bad back.

Sylvers' playing on the Shalamar tracks is sublime in both tone, note choice and feel.