Cat Burrito

Happy. I think people can get too carried away with the search for tone. I find whatever amp I plug my bass into I usually get my sound.

I had a 50w one and it was great but I think there are cheaper amps that are just as good. I now use the Vox 15 Pathfinder which is better and cost a fraction. The resale on Orange Crush is poor so grab a second hand bargain if you can.

[font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]I like "[/size][/font][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif][center]could possibly do with one more coat of paint. This is down to taste, but the paint can also be included in the auction if you so wish"[/center][/font] [center][color=#000000][font=Arial][size=1][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]A few coats less would suit my taste[/size][/font] [/size][/font][/color][/center] Apologies copy & paste is making this post look silly

Worthy of the three (count 'em!) feedback threads he currently has. This was the most populated thread though so I thought I'd add my comments of James fandom by saying I bought his Ampeg Portaflex cab today. I knew he'd be reliable as I've known him personally since 2008 but it was good to see the Basschat sale live up to the worthy hype

Facebook & Twitter for both bands - the bigger band has everything else from Instagram to YouTube as well. I think for any band starting out it is a good idea.

I didn't realise I'd last posted in 2011 on this thread. Here are 3 live shots from 2014 gigs - playing my 2 Squiers and my upright bass. [url="http://s38.photobucket.com/user/Tim_73/media/BurritoBass-Basschat_zps754922d6.jpg.html"][/url]

Potentially adding to your journey, this guy knows his stuff and can usually source things if you are looking for something specific http://www.classicandcoolguitars.co.uk/basses.htm I believe he posts stuff too. I agree re Basschat that it wouldn't hurt to list the 74 Jazz in the Items Wanted - you never know. I've done the whole 70s Fender search and owned some real gems. Good luck and have fun.

I have the serious signed to an indie / records albums band and the knock about band. Neither manages to tread on the other ones toes and interestingly the knock about band rehearses much, much more regularly. I too believe in first come first served which is a pain if you get a better gig offer but you have to be strict or you'll wind up messing people around. I think most older musicians play in a couple of bands as a lot of bands struggle to get that full a diary. I fought it for years but it seems to be the done thing.

I've owned several basses worth mega bucks and some amazing vintage Fenders. My current stable is 2 Squiers, a Vintage Modified and a Classic Vibe. I think they are every bit as good as the basses I've owned that were the wrong side of £1500 and it is nice to have money to spend on other things. It really does not matter what it says on the headstock. If you want a Fender get a Fender, if you want something else do what is best for you.

I wanted less breakup earlier on so fitted retro harma valves. If you ask advise from Watford Valves they can usually get you sounding much more in the direction of where you want to be.

EBay will find in your favour - this is not as described and he should have been a lot clearer. Unfortunately they have a policy that allows muppets to sell on the site too. Unfortunately things like this happen.

I might be late to this but I thought these were good fun. I don't really follow modern music but some of these work well... [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz-OMn1o22Y[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJ3BAF_15yQ[/media] [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PVLCZE_ov0[/media]

It's hard to top that superb answer from HowieBass but noticing you have an Epiphone Viola probably worth mentioning black nylon strings too. McCartney used them on the rooftop concert on his Hofner and they are another alternative. They come in very heavy gauges because they are low tension but are very easy to play. The only potential hazard is the nut may need recutting if the E is too thick. Basses usually come with roundwounds these days but flats are probably the next most popular. Players who like an older school tone tend to favour flats (or indeed the aforementioned black nylons) with the grounwound & tapewound being a sort of (ducks for cover) halfway step between rounds and flats.

He was always the coolest in the band too. He used to shop at my local (now closed) music shop.

[quote name='BetaFunk' timestamp='1393010203' post='2375319'] Some did and some of those also picked up when the Slow Ass Jolene appeared that John Oswald of Plunderphonics fame had done all this 25 years ago. [/quote] Yeah, I came across it on here a while back. To be clear I was referring to the replies on this topic though. Didn't know it went back as far as 25yrs though.

I use the volume control on my bass a lot. I didn't for years but I play around with both volume & tone a lot now.

This has been around for a while and what people haven't picked up on so far is it is the original recording pressed on a 7" single played at 33rpm.

Lee Rocker has been mentioned a couple of times already but to clarify he currently goes out live with two upright basses, one has steel strings and one has guts.

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1392891966' post='2373811'] You mean the dodgy intonation on my old Hofner was not because it had been dropped down a flight of stairs? [/quote] Dodgy intonation comes as standard I tried recording my last album with a Hofner Verithin and the whiney producer moaned so much about the intonation I had to re-cut everything on Fenders. I think it is part of their charm and the reason why people talk about basses being out of tune on certain records. Relax, it's more intune a few frets down!

Contact them both with your desired budget and what you play - Thomann were really helpful and I exchanged several emails before making a purchase. Funnily enough artisan's blueburst was my 2nd choice when I bought my blonde and it came very close.

I use leopardprint gaffa tape (yes, such a product exists!) but I like Clarky's link. Sounds like I have the same Shadow pickup too

I own the blonde European upright bass from Thomann. It was going to be them or Gedo as I did a lot of research (also heard to avoid G4M too). They set it up to my requirements and the bridge is actually alright. I did change the strings but it felt like a noticeable upgrade in quality from my entry level no brand thing I had previously. I went back and bought a gig bag from Gedo but Thomann were really helpful when I emailed them first as I was stuck between three of their basses. They were no pressure, great advice and helped me to make a good decision. I bought mine in the last 12 months.

[quote name='John Schoen' timestamp='1392750624' post='2372345'] Nice review, I have one too and agree with almost everything you have to say about this bass. The Fidelitron pickup is not quite punchy enough for my taste, I tried other strings and am now thinking about putting a TV Jones Thundermag.in it. You say that the bass is active; that is a mistake. I opened the control cavity and there is nothing there but two pots and a capacitor. [/quote] Thanks for the clarification John. I (wrongly) assumed the back white control cavity was a battery compartment. Mine is very punchy but then I don't like stuff too punchy (possibly down to the new strings?). Those TV Jones pickups are fantastic though, nice idea for a mod. I'll be staying as stock though.

[size=4][font=arial]I've never done a review before but seen a few on here and as I have no affiliation thought I'd give it a go. Be gentle! I must confess I'd be interested in the Cabronita range for a while. There seemed to be a fair bit of interest on Basschat when these were announced and I thought having finally picked one up it might be useful to offer a different perspective from the YouTube videos. It may be w[/font][/size][font=arial]orth mentioning mine was a surprise present from my girlfriend (there is another thread on that if you are really keen) so first I knew about this was when a delivery guy rang my doorbell![/font][font=arial] The main thing with the videos raised at the time was does it sound so fuzzed up in reality. [/font] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRdlKVi5Ido [font=arial][size=1][size=4]I'd wanted to opt for the Squire as 1) I'd read it was better value for money (& even superior to the Fender in some respects according to some comments) and 2) I'm just totally blown away with the quality of the Squier range these days. If you want to know how they compare, I don't know - never played a Fender one - so search elsewhere.[/size][/size][/font] [font=arial][size=1][size=4][url="http://s38.photobucket.com/user/Tim_73/media/ValentinesBass_zps39ea07b7.jpg.html"][/url][/size] [size=4]Taking the bass out the box it felt fairly light but substantive enough to know it was a quality instrument. The bass was well balanced and incredibly, it was set up to play. [/size][/size][/font][font=arial]The black with white pickguard looks classy and classic.[/font][font=arial] The tuners are solid and sturdy with the neck glossed which is my preference. As I slid my hand up the neck thetop of the tiger stripe felt slightly rough higher up but this is being really picky (& to be fair I tend not to venture up that far anyway!) Feeling the bass now I can't find that first impression so I could be even pickier than I thought. The frets are well finished and the neck is straight. Probably the best set up I've ever had from an online order. My 50s butterscotch Squier was straight in for a set up when I got that - it sorted it out but always nicer when the shop have set it up to play. [/font] [font=arial][size=1][size=4]I tuned it up and the tuners were good with no slipping. A persona niggle of mine (normally) is the bridge is very modern looking. I seem to be one of the loudest voices on Basschat when it comes to championing the retro finishes but to be fair I can certainly live with it. The Fideltron pickup looks classic for a new feature and the 2 knobs (volume / tone) are flat top finish with nothing cheap about them. The body is cutaway rather than slab which isn't always the case on the tele bass design. It kind of reminds me of the Yamaha Pacifica in some respects but is suitably Fender-ish enough at the same time. At the moment the jack cup (curse of all tele basses & where Leo got it wrong) is actually very sturdy and not a problem. Ask me again in six months though![/size] [size=4]Putting the bass on it immediately feels comfortable and well balanced. The setup is spanky (er!?!) with no dead notes on my bass. It felt strange playing roundwounds though as I haven't done so for about 10yrs. This bass breaches two of my main preferences - roundwound strings and it is active. Incredibly I love it and I feel challenged. Time to plug it in...[/size] [size=4]The first thing that got me was it sounded familiar, very bassy but not a million times removed from that classic P bass tone. It wasn't the same as a P-bass but certainly a variation around the same theme. The next thing that got me was the variation on offer from just the tone knob. I've played basses where you roll back the tone and just get a washed out muddiness. Not this bass. Rolled right back it has an almost uprighty tone as would sit in the mix, turned on full there is enough cut through to really make your playing sing. I cranked it through a Vox Pathfinder 10 (can you crank on a practice amp?) and the tone wasn't really breaking up. So I decided to take it to that evening's gig and try it at volume. Once again the bass just delivered and felt like an old friend. I think this one will stay as stock and that includes the strings staying. Enough tone for everyone to find something from vintage to modern and cool enough looks for even the biggest poser (me!) A keeper, much like the girl who bought it [/size] [url="http://s38.photobucket.com/user/Tim_73/media/NBD_zps4597382d.jpg.html"][/url] [/size][/font]