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Wilts/Dorset5stringer available Now!
oldslapper replied to yorks5stringer's topic in Bassists Available
[quote name='jakenewmanbass' timestamp='1329356790' post='1541325'] funnily enough I've been recording Jo Burt for a couple of weeks, he lives in Sherborne, myself and Andy Treacey (fab drummer) are producing and playing on an EP of Jo's material, he gigs in the area, a very distinguished bass player himself he has toured with some top acts like the Troggs, Sabbath and Tom Robinson to name a few. I will mention to him that you're in the area, he now plays guitar and sings his own songs, some damn fine material too..! [/quote] Just did a video shoot with Jo, nice guy. He does some local gigs Keith and is very approachable. -
[quote name='Gilby' timestamp='1349626123' post='1828402'] Up to late nineties, affinities were full thickness bodies, string through, solid alder. The the big but with this one is that the traditional fender bridge is shorter than the squier ones. To retrofit a traditional plate you will leave three screw holes from the squier bridge that need to be plugged with dowels. Can't see that from these pics. In addition, the truss rod access is unfinished on an affinity but this one looks painted. Bit of a mystery body but if it sounds fine, who cares ? [/quote] Thanks for that info Gilby. A mystery indeed. But it does sound lovely. John
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Funky Eleanor Rigby Featuring Victor Wooten
oldslapper replied to Pete Academy's topic in General Discussion
It was ok, we'll played. Liked the bass line. Having read some of the posts in the thread about cover bands..... Some seem to think that anything other than note for note is sacrilege, others like to "cover" a song in their own style. Personally, I'd have been disappointed if Mr. Wooten had recorded something similar to the original. He quite likes a bit of Beatles doesn't he?! -
Great classic Trace rig, bargain?
oldslapper replied to Rick's Fine '52's topic in eBay - Weird and Wonderful
http://basschat.co.uk/topic/185383-trace-elliot-full-rig-plus-smx-compressor-pre-gibson-slimline-beauty/? -
EBS Reidmar + 2x Classic Line 112
oldslapper replied to 1976fenderhead's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
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SOLD - CertainBass '61 style P-Bass (funk-machine)
oldslapper replied to andydye's topic in Basses For Sale
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SOLD - CertainBass '61 style P-Bass (funk-machine)
oldslapper replied to andydye's topic in Basses For Sale
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TC Electronic Classic 450 Flight cased £325
oldslapper replied to Derek_Patey's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
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I have tried a couple of ERB's recently, to see if they're for me. But alas I've come to the conclusion that I've neither the time or inclination to get stuck in to the Stick or 6 string basses I've bought. What's more all the bands I play in are with old people like me, and their pacemakers need restarting everytime I turn up with anything other than a P. And I'm playing a lot more ....guitar....recently too. So, this Status Energy is up for trade or straight sale. Here's Ash's original thread (hope that's ok Ash?) until I get some pics myself, but its in exactly same condition and has a brand new set of Super Slinky's on it and set up a little lower. http://basschat.co.uk/topic/184279-status-energy-6-string-bass-for-sale-again/page__hl__status The neck profile on this is my favourite, like the Groove basses, flat and easily accessible. It's not heavy either, but then again my go to bass is an old Blade B4 and that IS heavy! Trade options Passive P, J or P/J 4 string bass...(prefer black/maple) with added pennies for the right one. Nice acoustic 6 string. Maybe a bass combo? To conform to rules...trade value £330-350, but don't let that stop you from offering something more valuable....I may have some pennies under the mattress. Or offer something less financially valuable and give me some shillings? I'm in North Dorset, but am near to A303, so the M3 corridor is accessible if you want to meet up, or come and have a noodle. Can easily get to Bournemouth, Bristol, Exeter, Basingstoke areas. Thanks for looking.
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Post your pictures, Lets see what you all look like.
oldslapper replied to slaphappygarry's topic in General Discussion
[quote name='Jacqueslemac' timestamp='1348503629' post='1814447'] Would it have been cooler to have ignored the photographer? [/quote] Who cares, at least you look like you're enjoying yourself :-) -
Post your pictures, Lets see what you all look like.
oldslapper replied to slaphappygarry's topic in General Discussion
Still from video shoot on Saturday. It was really cold by late afternoon and wish I'd worn a jacket. [IMG]http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af124/basscoach/tours/IMG_1061_zps5a10888c.jpg[/IMG] -
Is this Stentor Rayon a good bass bag?
oldslapper replied to adriansmith247's topic in EUB and Double Bass
[quote name='MandShef' timestamp='1347364653' post='1799775'] I've got a Hindersine bag [/quote] Same here, excellent value. -
[quote name='bob_pickard' timestamp='1348381134' post='1812835'] Nice bass - looks German or eastern European to me 50's to 70's I reckon. Finish looks like cuprinol fence preserver no.4 "walnut dream" so will be ideal for outdoor gigs [/quote] Lol..! Cheers Bob....perhaps it was used to escape a flood then? :-) The previous owner reckoned it had been dragged around the west end club scene during the 60's, so a 50's date might not be too far off.
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Mmmmm much mystery :-) Thanks for your thoughts gents.
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Really pleased for you. I found once I gigged the DB for the first time there was no going back. Much prefer DB to electric these days. Are you enjoying the physical aspect of playing it? I tend to dance with mine, well..smooch. love it!
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This is Paddy (even though she's a she). [IMG]http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af124/basscoach/stuffs/IMAG1050_zpsaa95331b.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af124/basscoach/stuffs/IMAG1056_zps2b9a8014.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af124/basscoach/stuffs/IMAG1054_zps4729aaf3.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af124/basscoach/stuffs/IMAG1058_zps305500d1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1000.photobucket.com/albums/af124/basscoach/stuffs/IMAG1057_zpsb58b5b68.jpg[/IMG] She's named in tribute to its previous owner, the finest singer I have had the honour of working with, who sadly past away 18 months ago. Paddy is not for sale, I'm more interested in its origins. Paddy's had a hard life as you can see, but has mahoosive volume for a ply bass and records beautifully with a mic, but has a nice defined click & boom with the TM pup too despite her looks. It's had numerous repairs and looks like its been used to escape a flood and toboggan down an alpine slope. There are no labels inside. Anyone think they can identify its likely origins? Thanks for looking.