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What are the top 5 (or 10) basses you've owned?
Cat Burrito replied to OutToPlayJazz's topic in Bass Guitars
I too would like to add my approval of a great thread OTPJ; So in BurritoBassville no.1 in the charts would have to be my 1978 mocha brown Fender Precision. Not a heavy beast as people may assume when they hear phrases like 1978 and Fender in the same sentence. Came with all the original case candy, original receipt, one previous owner etc etc. I like the brown as it reminds me of The Band for some reason (the album cover not any instruments they played. Also it was originally bought in Hampshire which is where my Dad's family were from & made the year I started school. What's not to like? Secondly we have a wild card choice for me. Stepping outside my usual Fender Precision trademark, I always liked Rickenbackers. Last year's life insurance payout following my (successful) cancer battle was mostly spent on sensible (boring!) things but this was actively encouraged by my wife. I wanted mapleglo as it reminds me of the rockier parts of my tastes i.e. Tom Petty, Lynyrd Skynyrd and even ex-Byrd Chris Hillman was sporting one for a while in the early 90s. Anyhow, I couldn't type this thread without mentioning my original which is starting to resemble Trigger's broom. I swear I'm remodelling this around the original neckplate! It started out as a 57RI MIJ Fender Precision. It's a 1989 model. I changed the scratchplate back in the early / mid 90s and the ashtrays were added around 1998 - back when the internet was a little more rare and I had to send a cheque through the post to the US to get them.... Ask yer Mum, kids! Since then the pickup was changed to a Seymour Duncan SPB-1 and more dramatically the neck was recently switched. Original body though & I can account for every dent! Next up is the first bass that is *probably* not very good. When I met my wife in 1994 it was agreed that I could get an upright. This was never going to happen as we were skint and our ticket out of here relied on my rock 'n' roll stardom... which sadly wasn't to be. Fast forward to last year and I came to a deal with my friend who runs the local music shop where I traded two teles (from a brief trip over to the darkside) for this double bass. I think it sounds great and it certainly looks the part. I'm sure most upright owners have a much better investment but this for me was the end of a dream ambition & I love it Finally, being Mr. Retro himself I always wanted a 51RI bass - since before I knew what they were or what they were called! I actually ordered one a few years ago and in the end I had to cancel the order as the supplier couldn't get one. This one I wanted to give it a 53 vibe with the white scratchplate and I also struck lucky with a Seymour Duncan Antiquity pickup that I found on EBay. Stock, this was stunning but the Antiquity really raised it's game. At the risk of typing the stupidest thing I've ever typed on Basschat, it's my summer bass. I played it once at an outdoor festival and it's just bright and, well, right for that atmosphere. I've sold tonnes of gear on over the years but all 5 of these are currently in my possession still. I don't think I've ever sold a bass on that I really regretted. My 1999 CIJ 75RI Jazz and my Jack Cassady came close to being missed but I know hand on heart if I still had them I wouldn't be playing them enough. -
Never say never on anything but I know I pretty much always liked Fender Precision into Ampeg. I've gone around the houses & come back full circle. Buying kit is fun, just so long as it doesn't become a problem or a main focus
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As cool as his Dad
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I think like some of the posters here I can appreciate different sounds / players from Motown vibe to Peter Hook. I am definitely a P-bass with flats through an Ampeg player though, not much treble around my tone
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I peaked at 3 bands at the same time. I'm a little old fashioned in I personally prefer one band for one band member but I was so used to playing with people in several projects I decided to do the same. It was never a problem although I did get pretty tired on occasions when a couple of bands would get busy at the same time. I too agree "first in the diary is what you do" and you can't then start mucking about because the new booking is more money - you have to be disciplined. I was upfront with other band members but didn't go on about other bands in front of band members unless directly asked. I now play in just one band and personally I prefer this set up. My current guitarist has 3 bands but I prefer having time for other things these days. My current band is busy enough for me.
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What should I spend my hard earned on?
Cat Burrito replied to The inglourious bass turd's topic in Bass Guitars
The current US models are stunning but I recently played one back to back with a MIM Jazz and was amazed just how much the MIM Standard has raised it's game to go with last year's price hike. I didn't think it was as good but it was better than the £300 price difference. A lot of CIJ stuff crops up here so waiting for a second hand bargain could be the order of the day. I think it would help to know more about your current amp set up & what you are hoping for before people / I commit to a set in stone opinion. I'll get shot for saying this & I base it on the Precisions as I've not played a Squier Jazz but whilst the current crop of Squiers are really good, the ones I've tried were not in the same league as the Fenders. That said it could just be the couple I tried? -
I use a POD for home recording. Forget trying to replicate your live sound in a home enviroment, I plug into the POD and it is much easier. It's not perfect but it's a lot easier and quicker.
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Just having a clearout of my music room which is part inspired by a new boiler purchase that is impending & worryingly I've already been sidetracked by a 1970s bitsa Precision project that I really don't need at the moment (but can't help myself!). So, I have the following pedals & effects for sale; I was going to list this under a new thread but I also have an [b]Electro Static Condensor mic PGT-60[/b] that was for recording acoustic instruments at home. It doesn't come with a lead as it never did (I can throw one in for an extra £5 if you want one) but with UK delivery it's yours for [b]£40[/b] Next, linking in with the Pod v2, I have a [b]Lick Library DVD manual for the Pod XT, live and V2 Pods[/b]. This with UK postage is [b]£14 [/b] [s]A [b]Guitar v2 Pod[/b]. The machine can be used for bass (& I have) as it has a bass setting but really it's for home recording on a guitar. I have the original box and all the bits. Although the box is probably best described as "very good condition" i.e. no rips / tears but 3yrs old so general wear marks, the actual POD is pretty much immaculate. Thrown into the sale is the "Pod Settings Bible" which helps you get halfway decent approximations of some famous sounds. All in with UK postage I am looking for [b]£75[/b][/s] EBAY'D [s]Next up we have an unused [b]Soundlab 6 output pedal power bank[/b]. I bought one off EBay, it was faulty (seller had 100% feedback) so mine went back and he sent this out as a fully tested replacement. By this time I'd decided against using 6 pedals so never used it. [b]£18[/b] including UK postage[/s] [s]Then there's my [b]MXR Super Comp[/b] pedal. This really is immaculate and has the original box and everything that came with it (just leaflets etc). The last 2 pedals I've sold have had sellers message me to say "did you actually use it?" because the condition was so good. I do look after my kit and this has sat on a pedal board with the box kept in storage. I'm looking for [b]£49[/b] delivered to a UK address.[/s] [s]Staying on the MXR pedal theme, I have an [b]MXR Phase 90[/b] that is in exactly the same condition as above. Once again I'd be looking for [b]£49[/b] again delivered to a UK address.[/s] EBAY'D [s]Returning to Pod, I have a [b]Bass Floor Pod[/b] that once again is in great condition. Actually this one was only ever used a handful of times for home use. The theory was that I was going to use it for tuning my upright on stage but I've since found the clip on tuner attached to the bridge does the job just fine. Once again all the bits that came with it are still there and the box is in decent condition - the POD is immaculate. I'm looking for [b]£75[/b] with UK postage. [/s] EBAY'D There is a feedback thread link below this post if you wish to check me out. I do take paypal and I always manage to make it to the post office within one working day of the payment being received. I'm attaching some pics of my actual items within this post. I won't ship overseas as we have enough problems with the UK post (thankfully, touch wood, I've only been affected as a buyer) and should the worst happen I don't want a long drawn out claim. Equally I'm on Basschat a few times throughout each day so will aim to reply to PMs pretty promptly. I think all of these items are priced to sell & I've checked prices with other Basschat & EBay listings. I've priced them all to shift quickly rather so I'm not expecting to haggle them down. Thanks for looking
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Hey Stu - Welcome to Basschat. The phrase "so far" is a dangerous phrase to use when discussing gear on these pages!
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[quote name='Delberthot' post='843570' date='May 20 2010, 09:31 PM']Unfortunately no Bun E Carlos, currently being replaced by Rick Neilson's son.[/quote] Presumably just for the tour? [quote name='tombboy' post='844172' date='May 21 2010, 02:03 PM']I saw them supporting Motley Crue of all bands way back on the Crue's Theatre Of Pain tour at Hammy. Great gig!! That was the night (Valentine's Day) that Nikki went out straight after the gig, scored some brown, OD'ed and was pronounced clinically dead in hospital. Clever lad![/quote] I usually just have a diet coke, wipe down the strings & pack away. Less exciting but I feel good the next morning
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[quote name='james' post='851640' date='May 30 2010, 09:38 AM']A photo from 2001[attachment=50902:my_bases_041.jpg][/quote] Love the cat! Who's signed that Jazz?
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OTPJ is right. The mid-late 80s had flipped the logo sizes around by that stage, these are early JV
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98.5% feedback, no information... I'd avoid on principle even though it is probably genuine. Why he hasn't spent a couple of minutes just typing some info is beyond me
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We've had the Les Paul, we've had the Strat, we've had the tele (& we had the Austen Maxi!?), now finally the bass manual is coming [url="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fender-Bass-Manual-Maintain-Guitar/dp/1844258173/ref=cm_lmf_tit_15_rdssss0"]http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fender-Bass-Manual..._tit_15_rdssss0[/url]
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They look great. Tokai is basically the Fender Japan factory anyway so you know they are going to be good
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Or in a funkier colour....
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Don't forget the P's! [url="http://www.ikebe-gakki.com/shopping/goods/goods_detail.php?offset=24&category_id=2&sub_category_id=19&brand=70&view=1&count=12&sort=1&search_status=1&id=155855"]http://www.ikebe-gakki.com/shopping/goods/...1&id=155855[/url] I've been admiring this one for months
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This'll do me [url="http://www.ikebe-gakki.com/shopping/goods/goods_detail.php?offset=12&category_id=2&sub_category_id=19&brand=70&view=1&count=12&sort=1&search_status=1&id=157762"]http://www.ikebe-gakki.com/shopping/goods/...1&id=157762[/url]
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Poll: Which Fender Jazz would you buy & why?
Cat Burrito replied to OutToPlayJazz's topic in Bass Guitars
[quote name='OutToPlayJazz' post='850824' date='May 29 2010, 12:29 AM']There, better? [/quote] I think it's impossible to have a Basschat pole without missing off something. You just can't win! Now, can I change my vote? -
Matt bought my Boss tuner pedal off me. No hanging about, quick paypal payment and no hassles. Another great basschat transaction.
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Save your beloved (bass that is!) from buckle rash
Cat Burrito replied to Clarky's topic in Accessories and Misc
My bass sits below my belt and I've raised the height a lot as I've got older! -
Poll: Which Fender Jazz would you buy & why?
Cat Burrito replied to OutToPlayJazz's topic in Bass Guitars
I opted for 62RI CIJ although I should really be "No thanks, I'll take a precision" as it's always my bass of choice. I do like the look of Jazzes though. I don't own a Fender Jazz but would like to own one. Realistically it'll be what I voted for but I'd ideally like a 70s original that would be about £1500 (no voting option for that though). Still, I'm not in the market at the moment nor am I likely to be anytime soon. -
I think it'd be more useful if you told us what you like, what you play & what is possible. Amps are less sexy than buying instruments but probably a better investment
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Both sound perfectly respectable to me. Here they are embedded if anyone prefers them this way
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Welcome to Basschat - I too would like to see those vintage Fenders!