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[quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1496048568' post='3308297'] Yep, after the film it became ubiquitous. It's the same with any song that has been included in a film years after the original recording and the general public suddenly become aware of it. Let's be honest, how many folk, especially women, were or are into Lynyrd Skynyrd? Not many, compared to other bands, but watch the punters scream and go, "Woo, hoo," the moment the opening notes of Sweet Home Alabama are played. Unfortunately, hearing these tunes absolutely everywhere, often played badly, has ruined the originals for me. [/quote] Thanks ezbass. I wasn't really gigging or frequenting music pubs around that time, but I'm still surprised that a song that got to 63 on the charts, from a film that wasn't exactly huge at the time (Rocky 5 and Godfather 3 grossed more, not to mention Robin Hood Prince of Thieves and Silence of the Lambs) has had so much lasting impact.

When and why did Mustang Sally become so derided? After the Commitments?

[quote name='leschirons' timestamp='1495844740' post='3307083'] I reckon it's a whole lot of different things and any combination of those things. It's the science behind the magical 120 BPM which Stock, Aitken etc picked up on as the ultimate dance tempo in the 80s. [/quote] I remember during this period there was an amazing split of musical styles around the country (from personal experience of being in telesales for a whole bunch of record companies). In London, the South East and the South West, slower tempos dominated. I think it was Paul Oakenfold who hit upon 96 BPM as the magic number. Think of Soul II Soul, Princess and Beats International. Up North we couldn't get arrested with stuff that was slower than 130! Stock Aitken Waterman did manage to hit that sweet spot that ended up breaking down a lot of those very localised preferences.

[quote name='ixlramp' timestamp='1495834474' post='3307028'] It's odd how no-one mentioned the obvious, floppiness is due to low string tension, so just increase the gauge. [/quote] Not entirely true. Yes, if you are talking about upping the gauge of the b using the same brand, but gauge alone is not the main factor of tension. Construction and mass are also very important. D'addario have a massive chart of all their string tensions. Nickel half rounds have more tension in the same gauge as rounds, and flats even more. Also a round core will give more tension than a hex core.

[quote name='Mickeyboro' timestamp='1495712780' post='3306056'] Was it deliberate that the most recent episode was all-female fronted? [/quote] Curious, would you have noticed if it was all male?

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1495648463' post='3305623'] I *could* tell you that the GB74JJ is a [i]brilliant[/i] bass for the money, but then, you wouldn't wait until my full review coming up of it... I love what they have done over the old GB models. Some nice upgrades there. [/quote] Tell me they've made them slightly less complex? I loved my GB75 apart from it having way too many controls!

Seagull or any of Godin's other acoustic brands - Norman, Simon & Patrick or Art & Lutherie. Also have a look at some of the higher level Cort guitars. Look for these secondhand, as, with all lesser known brands, the resale value is terrible.

[quote name='thebrig' timestamp='1495611118' post='3305192'] I appreciate that we all have different tastes, and that's great, but for me, I found tonight's show totally underwhelming. [/quote] Absolutely, and I can see that. I was in the mood to not be overwhelmed, quite like that quality in music sometimes.

Good tonight so far...

[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1495299487' post='3302847'] Slap has been badly abused, but done with taste it's like any other technique and can be pretty cool. One of my favourite slapped basslines is "Forget me nots", played by Freddie Washington, like this: the actual slap starts at around 30 seconds. It also shows just how nice a Precision can sound slapped. You hear a lot of scooped tones, lots of Jazz bass with both pickups on... I like my mids, and this is beautiful. [/quote] Nah, can't be any good, he's got a music stand in front of him

That was fabulous - and I'm one of those "less is more" "don't go up the dusty end" "serve the song" types.

Great transaction with Ian - immediate bank transfer and swift communication. Scanning through this thread it looks like I've sold him his annual MXR Envelope Filter fix Thanks Ian.

Check out this thread that Rich (Grangur) started - might be useful if you need a bit more confidence: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/277468-bcers-prepared-to-help-fix-a-bass/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/277468-bcers-prepared-to-help-fix-a-bass/[/url]

Looks like a lovely example. GLWTS.

[quote name='DDR' timestamp='1495478172' post='3304079'] Thanks guys That sounds like the sort of adjustment that would then have problems going back to 4... no? [/quote] Yes, the nut adjustment would not be reversible, but shouldn't be too expensive to replace. If the bridge did need some work then this would still be OK if you wanted to go back down again.

Nut will need cutting, and possibly a bit of set up work, but that's all.

[quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1495141738' post='3301662'] I think solid state guitar amps have trouble finding their niche in the market - there are lots of entry level combos that aren't all that inspiring, a few high-end modelling rigs and not too much choice in mid priced gear. [/quote] Only one that I am aware of is the Orange Crush Pro - young guitarist in my band has one and it sounds really nice. Also impressed by the Youtube demo by GAK. Yet to be convinced by a modelling amp.

There's a "new, old stock" on eBay for £650. I used to stock GS (never an explorer) when I had a shop. Great guitars, but a tough sell. Even harder when Gibson added cheaper versions to their range​. I'd very tentatively suggest around £500, but expect a slow sale. Good luck.

Had my Shuker since 2012, and, apart from a bitsa as a back-up it is, and will probably remain my only bass (gas has completely gone). Only swithced to bass in around 2005, and this is my 3rd bass since then. My Guild SA 90 guitar on the other hand I've had for 39 years.

[quote name='Rich' timestamp='1495266112' post='3302502'] Right. So despite the fact that I have specifically stated my reasons for doing it, i.e. purely an aesthetic preference as Trevor said, and have also stated that I am not a snob, you have decided otherwise? Despite never having met me or my bass. And you obviously don't know me if you think that was any sort of'threat', veiled or otherwise. [/quote] I'm sorry Rich, but your first post was, at the very least, passive aggressive. Without trawling through all my posts it is not the first time, I had a very acerbic response from you quite recently. Aesthetics, snobbery, when it comes to branding, what's the difference? If it wasn't for this companies wouldn't spend fortunes developing brand loyalty. By the way, I'm a snob too. My bitsa has F3nd3r Recession Bass on the headstock, a nod to the brand, and so it looks authentic from the distance, but with a little joke as it cost a lot less.

[quote name='Rich' timestamp='1495228100' post='3302391'] What is 'strange' about it, and what has my being a mod got to do with it? I put a decal on my bitsa. However, I am neither a snob nor a fraudster. Are you suggesting otherwise? [/quote] Yes. There is an element of brand snobbery in what you have done. The strange behaviour is the lightly veiled threat talking of accusations of fraud being thrown around.