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[quote name='Mcgiver69' post='931603' date='Aug 21 2010, 02:42 AM']I have a yamaha BB415 that I could trade if you want.[/quote] Mate of mine has an active one of these, nice solid bass. PM'd -
Needed a 5 string for a brief project I'm involved in. Ok, so bought this on a complete whim as I like the sound of the Hohner Jack bass and fancied a 5 string version, couldn't find one so tried the B2AV. However, this baby has had the active pre amp removed by a previous owner who disconnected the tone control in doing so. So you've got 2 volume controls to adjust any variation in tone. I've been playing it all night through my LMII and it sounds great, rear pup is very "finger funky" and the front has a P tone (it's a passive Jazz config so it should I guess). I could live with the sound as it is, I've searched on line to see bout changing the pre amp, had some good advice on here about reconnecting the tone control. But the bottom line is I can't get on with the bass physically, it's tiny, I'm huge! The neck seems to be very long, no matter where I put the strap, so no matter what I did with the pre amp, I'm still not going to be happy playing it. Condition: The previous owner didn't like the "Hohner" name as they've removed it from the body and pups (although you can still see it on the pups close up). There's a few marks on the back of the body too. It does feel a very substantial bass though, even though it's light. Feels/sounds like it's got new strings on it, light gauge my guess and it has a nice action to my taste. Comes with a hard case. Maybe suit someone who gets on with this shape and is prepared to take care of the preamp. Here are some pics taken with my phone tonight. Happy to put some more up in day light. Not after cash, just a trade for a bass with a body please. 4 or 5 string, not that fussed as I have one main bass that I use all the time and any additional will be for back up. I've borrowed a mates warwick 5'er for the recording......probably should have done that in the first place. I'm in Dorset and can drive 45 mins or so to meet up/deliver.
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Si Pm'd me when I was arranging the Dorset bass bash to offer some brilliant advice and to question my sanity. He didn't need to, he just did. A genuine man. Irreplaceable. I'm still bit shocked to be honest. But thanks Si, you will be missed greatly. But at least we've got some wonderful posts to remember you by. John
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AD12-A gone.
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Just looked at the link. Looks ideal. Thanks, John
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These are great cabs, I've got one with a mini 48. £100 for one is a bargain.
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[quote name='tom skool' post='925621' date='Aug 15 2010, 03:00 PM']I could really do with a replacement AD-12A if its still available[/quote] Pm me with an address and it shall be flown to you by the magic pixies.........................sorry about that, just played at a festival and I'm feeling very hippied out.
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Thanks for that, good idea. John
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I'm after a case for my Bassix EUB, it came with a fluffy fleece lined bag, but I'm out with it a lot and really want a case. I can't seem to see anything out there. Anyone seen anything suitable? Cheers. John
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1x Fostex class 2 transformer 12v 600mA model AD-12A 1x Fostex switching adaptor 12v 1300mA nodel AD12-1300 Both unused, bought but wrong type for my use. free (or donation to basschat) to a good, bad or ugly home.
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[quote name='Bilbo' post='922868' date='Aug 12 2010, 03:42 PM']That's my point. IMO, it has to rest with your fellow musicians. In the case of your jazz band, your friends are clearly happy enough to work with you: it may be you have good time and a good sound and they feel able to wait for the rest to come. If your time was all over the place, you would probably have known about it already. But you have to proceed with some caution because, sometimes, the 'old school' can be delusional and project all sorts of kudos on to your playing that isn't deserved. I used to play with an old guy a long time ago who thought I was the dogs danglies. Not because I was but because he [i]thought[/i] I was. He was a lovely guy and very enthusiastic (he apparently turned down a guitar gig with The Shadows before they became famous and has been kicking himself ever since) but his standards were very low. If you are surrounded by people like him, it can distort your own perspective on your playing (small town hero kind of thing). But, if they are credible players, they can take you forward absolutely. As for yardstick, in my case there was a bl**dy great elephant in the room. I didn't need a ruler .[/quote] The parts I have to play are pretty simple, 2 to the bar really, the occasional tri-tone substitution to make things interesting, so probably not as demanding as the stuff you play Bilbo. But as you said, I passed the audition because of my feel and timing apparently. And I'm slightly exaggerating my "noobness".
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[quote name='Doddy' post='922967' date='Aug 12 2010, 05:41 PM']It's not just a jazz thing.There are players and bands in every genre that have delusions of adequacy. The big difference though,is that in rock music you can become very successful by being very mediocre.[/quote] Good point. I like the "delusions of adequacy", brilliant. John
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Jazz bass bits
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Accessories & Other Musically Related Items For Sale
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Indeed you are Bilbo. This is a great topic. I wonder if it is a Jazz thing? I play in 3 different "outfits" and the attitude of the band members differs greatly. 8 piece function band.....Me, singer and the drummer learn our parts, rehearse them. The rest are lazy and the 3 of us get frustrated with the rest, but we gig regularly because we "entertain" and get booked by guests at whatever wedding/party we play at. It's a mystery to me why, coz I think we're sloppy and sh*@. But I am a tart and take the money and run. 3 piece originals post punk/pop/rock band. We have to be tight as there's no hiding place, but that's generally because the drummer and I drive the singer/writer to work on song arrangements. I love this band as I get to write/arrange/record/perform my own material. 4 piece Jazz jazz group. These guys are in there 60's and really care about every nuance of every chord/phrase and have played with some great jazz artists. I "brick it" more often when we gig, as I'm out of my comfort zone. But I've learned more from the this lot and the other 2 bands put together. They have also been very gracious to me and helped me improve and have not thrown me out when I've got it wrong as they know this 49 year old "kid" still believes he is learning his trade. There is a big difference between rehearsing material until it is part of you, and gigging it until it's part of you. When you face that audience for the first time, some fall apart, despite sounding great in the practice room. At what point do you say I am ready I wonder? Who judges? Where's the yard stick? "Where's the b@@*+y off button on your computer, please press it" you are no doubt asking...I shall exit stage left .....thanks Mr B for a thought provoking thread. John
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Payment faster than the speed of smell.........pleasure to do business with you sir! John
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[quote name='Bilbo' post='922720' date='Aug 12 2010, 01:44 PM']So why is it a crime to say, quietly and away from the public's gaze, 'John. We love you but you're not cutting it, mate. Go see this teacher. Go improve your time. Go work on your chops. Come back when you are ready'.[/quote] Love you to Bilbo, and I will try and do better. John
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Jazz bass bits
oldslapper replied to oldslapper's topic in Accessories & Other Musically Related Items For Sale
[quote name='Ou7shined' post='922031' date='Aug 11 2010, 09:23 PM']PM'd re body, control plate and tuners[/quote] Replied. Cheers. -
[attachment=56339:DSC00911.JPG][attachment=56340:DSC00912.JPG] Bought a couple of jazz basses for parts recently, this is what is left over. All prices incl postage. Most stuff on Ebay, no reserve 99p starting, so bargain-y fun? Black jazz body, unknown make. SOLD Fretless neck with plate % bolts, rosewood board, unkown make £20.......on Ebay no reserve Set of Gotoh tuners for P or J SOLD Wilkinson black bridge, with chrome saddles £10............On Ebay no reserve Uk made Reflex neck pup £15...........On Ebay no reserve USA made Jackson bridge pup £15..........On Ebay no reserve Loaded chrome control plate with chrome dome knobs SOLD Set of Rotosound flat wound strings, not sure of gauge, but look new on the bass they came off, obviously cut to Jazz bass length. £10.........On Ebay no reserve
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[quote name='Bilbo' post='921506' date='Aug 11 2010, 12:34 PM']...Doddy paid his dues the way real musician do. His story is similar to mine and most musicians who are cutting it. Earn your wings before you fly in public. Amateurs belong in jam sessions and workshop bands not on proper gigs. If you are any good, the tutors spot you, word gets out and the phone starts to ring but you need to be ready to deliver at least at a competent level. Screwing up in public is not good for anyone......[/quote] Mmmm? Not sure about the amateurs comment, I know a lot of very competent amateurs....but I guess you mean poor players??" And I wish it was as simple as "your tutor spots you, you get recommended and the phone starts ringing...." I have a weird belief that screwing up in public can be good for you, as long as you learn from it and you are given the chance to redeem yourself. I like to see a student make a cock up in public, and see how they handle it, how they react, how it affects their attitude to practice/performance. It also can keep the humility levels at a reasonable level. I wouldn't expect them to be vilified, or chucked out. But all this "room" to fall over, dust yourself down, get up and improve only happens in the context of working with experienced/more competent players who have done the same and improved as a result. Really surprised at PM's about the thread tho'...I thought the forum was to post what you thought....then run off and sulk when you don't like the answer...it's what i do anyway ?? Anyway, love your passion Bilbo for what it's worth, and I reckon that I agree with the sentiment....just don't quite hit the same bar on a couple of the finer points. John
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You're right to maintain integrity Bilbo, it's important. The "jam" night scene is pretty healthy round here, so the good, the bad and the ugly get to play together quite a lot.........i fall into the last 2 categories by the way. Just hope you can still get alongside some "potential" and give some guidance, as you seem like someone who would be a good role model. Unlike the musical tart that is I...!
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I think it's a shame Bilbo. Bad musicians only improve by playing with better musicians.....(it's only an opinion folks so no shouting please)....so you may be denying someone the opportunity to improve by playing alongside someone as good as you.
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Yup, just joined, 50 next year, so thought I qualified! Looks good.
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Andy bought a bass from me. Great communications, and stress free transaction. Thanks. John
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[quote name='MB1' post='912894' date='Aug 2 2010, 03:17 PM']MB1. ...Looks like i picked a bad day to stop Snorting... Almond oats and More![/quote] Hello, hello. What's going on? What's all this shouting? We'll have no trouble here.
