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[quote name='niceguyhomer' post='667036' date='Nov 27 2009, 07:40 AM']So, one of these gigs we've been asked to do on the back of this is a corporate function - city centre Manchester (groan) in two weeks time for quite a lot of money - about 5 times what we'd normally get paid which is nice but a rough and ready blues band at a corporate function? Are they mad? The other worrying thing is they've asked us to learn a couple of songs including Money (Beatles) and ...wait for it.....Must Hang Sally FFS Are they really mad? I think we'll go down like whaleshit but what the hell, we'll take the money and run.[/quote] I always avoid these types of gigs as a rule but I guess not all coporate folk like Rick Astley. I think this might be fine. Like you say, take the money and run

edited - Old post where photo was long deleted... I reappear later in this thread!?!

[quote name='TheButler' post='666925' date='Nov 27 2009, 12:00 AM'][url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=62459&hl=1978"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=62459&hl=1978[/url] If Jon Shuker gets everything sorted out with a build i fancy then the above will be for sale again. I'm trying to source an original case and such too. If it interests you give us a shout![/quote] Looks great & I admired the thread at the time. I'd love to source it through this forum. It would of course depend on price & when it could be available (& I'd feel guilty taking your only bass!)

[quote name='Happy Jack' post='666927' date='Nov 27 2009, 12:02 AM']Don't forget to search for Precission. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320453135513&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...e=STRK:MEWAX:IT[/url] I've also seen Percision, Precession and Persecution.[/quote] Thanks. My EBay searches are 1978 bass etc as it doesn't actually throw up that many. I'd seen that one too. Very nice but I think a little high in price for me. I've seen stuff go as low as £800 & I think I have to start questioning how badly I want it when it goes above £1600. I'd hope for a £900 - £1200 range ideally. I also think a later one might suit me more - I have a 1978 Bassman head so it could be a theme. Still as I said, I'm open to anything really

I had one too & it was a real return to form for Squier - best in nearly 20yrs! People here seem to prefer the jazzes although I prefer a Precision myself

[quote name='Beedster' post='666883' date='Nov 26 2009, 11:20 PM']But if you want specific I find myself strangely attracted to this baby [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Fender-precision-bass-1979-80_W0QQitemZ110462781206QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV?hash=item19b8184716"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Fender-precision-bas...=item19b8184716[/url] C[/quote] Yeah seen that one. I do daily checks on EBay & Google Fender Precision 1978 for example. The searches aren't throwing up many basses for some reason

I toyed with putting this in Items Wanted but as I'm after advice as much as feelers felt the Bass Guitar section may be more appropriate at this stage. Having had quite the year I think I *may* treat myself to a 1970s Precision [b]if[/b] I can get the idea past my wife. I have some money coming next week so it could be viable and if it is I won't hang around making a decision. I'm no expert on vintage gear although I know a bit - not as much as a few on these very pages though. What I'm after is advice and not getting ripped off. As far as my tastes go I'm very open to offers. I'd prefer a fretted bass and something I would look to gig. I don't want a wallpiece. I was born in 1973 but I have interests in anything from 73 to 79. I possibly lean towards a rosewood neck but do like maple too. I'd rather avoid sunburst but if it's the right year / condition this isn't a barrier. Also I don't mind small modifications but don't personally care for stuff that has been hacked about too much. If anyone here either knows a good place to buy / try, has something, knows someone or just has some sound advice I'm open to any offers / ideas. I'm based in West Berkshire but have transport if it is worth my while.

[quote name='AndyTravis' post='666504' date='Nov 26 2009, 05:52 PM']My analogy is, i wear converse all stars all day, every day. Im sure Nike air max are fecking fantastic, but i bet i could still outrun you. Who runs everywhere anyhow?[/quote] Love it! I'll be stealing that line! I am the same but clearly just not as insightful

I've tried deserting them but I always come back. Looking at the original post in this older thread I do think it slots in well with most genres. I played in Glam / punk bands 20yrs ago & now I play Americana - same bass! I understand what OutToPlayJazz is saying (an interesting thing - on page one of the thread I notice you were keener having not really played one - proof indeed we all have our own tastes) but I see it in old reggae, in punk, in country, in blues. It may not be right for everyone but it certainly slots right in with most styles. When I think of all the basses I've owned, I do tend to keep hold of a Fender P-bass. Everything else gets sold on.

I think I've played most things now - upright & Fender Precisions seem to be favourite with me & what I always come back to. I've tried Les Paul basses, Flying V basses, Rickenbacker basses, Danelectro, headless, Hofner, acoustic, active, twin neck, budget, custom shop, warwick, dobro bass, 5 string, 6 string etc etc.... actually I have never played an 8 string and that's one I'd love to try

[quote name='Marvin' post='665938' date='Nov 26 2009, 09:26 AM']Pearl Jam are one of those marmite bands, you know you either love them or loathe them.[/quote] I hated grunge at the time although the rock acts it replaced certainly needed to be replaced. As time has gone on I have heard songs that have made me question my views. I'm not a massive rock fan but I surprised myself this year by both buying & enjoying the new Pearl Jam album. I think he's a decent solid player

We played at What's Cookin' in London last night which is one of the main venues on the alt.country / Americana circuit. Great crowd, good night & we played well. I love the set up on stage (see pic). I took my smaller Ampeg BA115 combo as it's more portable & it sounded great (I thought that during the support band too which is encouraging).

Great photos - I'm dying to know what it sounds like

I believe they did. I had a natural one from around 1999 but this was certainly the more popular choice.

I have a little Kustom 16w practice amp that is great fun. I think there is a lot of choice on the market these days & its harder to go wrong

[quote name='anthomp' post='664069' date='Nov 24 2009, 05:40 PM']Ive picked them up over the last 5 yrs ranging from £800 for the the P without pickguard plus shipping from USA[/quote] I assume that'll be the one with the black pickguard on the left then? It's a really awesome idea for a collection. I love the P-bass of yours that is fairly centre stage. They all look great

Much mojo!

I had my amp die on me at soundcheck at the last gig. The cause was a 4a Slo Blo fuse that are pretty rare. Incredibly the venue had a bass amp & 4x10 cab that I was able to use. I found the fuses on EBay and stocked up accordingly. I have spare tubes etc but lesson learnt on the Slo Blo fuses

[quote name='GreeneKing' post='664159' date='Nov 24 2009, 06:49 PM']I've never heard of them. I wonder if you mean D'Addario?[/quote] No but I bet they sound great on a Fonder Jozz bass!

[quote name='anthomp' post='664046' date='Nov 24 2009, 05:28 PM']Most (all ) i've come across were '77 and'78 maybe other years but i've not seen them antony[/quote] Hey Antony - What sort of price range are you picking these up for or have you owned them for years? I was watching a P-bass on EBay that I forgot about recently that went for £1000. I love that collection shot of yours. An incredible collection.

I've owned a couple (white and sunburst) and played a few - they are amazing value for what you pay for. The neckdive didn't bother me but as Jean Luc Pickguard says, an easy fix. I would always recommend one to anyone curious over trying one.

Looks great as it is. Awesome

I heard this the other day. Incredible story

I really like the Phil Spector album with Christmas (Baby Please COme Home). We did Rocking around the Xmas Tree last year which was good fun. It's just a bit of fun after all

[quote name='maxrossell' post='659587' date='Nov 19 2009, 08:07 PM']Good price at £300. I'd have it if I were you.[/quote] +1