Mykesbass

Yes, weight certainly isn't everything. My bass is heavier than the previous one which I found uncomfortable on gigs, but this one is fine. A lot to say for a nicely balanced bass.

Do you think this could ever be done as a real experiment? Asked this before seeing your later post, but would still be interested in your opinion of whether a valid experiment could be set up.

Thank you - well remembered!

There's a really authoritative thread from way back by @51m0n on here somewhere. Hopefully he'll know where it's hidden all these years later!

Went to IoW a few years back, luckily I was working so had back stage access, and in and out via artist entrance (which still had sniffer dogs checking everyone 😮). Was so glad I could get away quickly - it was horrific. Crammed with not particularly chilled, friendly festival types,.Sound bleed coming in to the big tent from the Radio 1 Introducing stage only a few metres away, noise from a huge bungie ride, and the bar/club directly opposite, all of which could be heard onstage. Just glad I wasn't playing. Loved Bishopstock - blues festival that only had 10,000 capacity and one main stage.

Thanks, hard work keeping up with Cort's model range!

Isn't that a GB74 rather than just 4? Looks very similar to the 75 I had. Great basses, I only sold mine as I wanted a Precision (but did get a cheaper GB54JJ as a back up 😎).

Lots of great stuff from Mr Z, but I love the way he delivers this: Idiot wind Blowing through the buttons of our coats Blowing through the letters that we wrote Idiot wind Blowing through the dust upon our shelves We're idiots, babe It's a wonder we can even feed ourselves

One I worked on Michael - loved the humour. Another track had the line "I don't know what I want but I want it now" which my daughter, who was about 5 at the time appropriately wore the t-shirt on which it was emblazoned!

Late period Therapy? - Hey Satan You Rock: Wanna spend my whole life drunk, never wanna give a f**k Wanna walk through gates of heaven, backstage pass in hand St. Peter, park my car, there's angels on my mind Fix me up some manna, where d'ya keep the wine? Venom on the jukebox Postcards to hell, hey Satan - you rock Get me Mary, she's a fox Postcards to hell, hey Satan - you rock

Was just about to say the very same thing. Nice presentation @HughRichardson I like your relaxed, natural style. Not enough of that on Youtube reviews in my opinion. However, the comparison needed to be much clearer. Same line played, pickups soloed for both sets, settings all the same.

Very nice! Off to find it now...

There's always an exception to prove the rule 😛

It's a P Bass - who needs more than one P Bass? 😏

Yes, Hiscox is a very good bet. Been looking after my Shuker since 2012, including some van trips and a mini tour.

Wow. Interesting site. But how many genres?! What the hell is Post Teen Pop? Going to have a good look at that site later. Thanks @DoubleOhStephan

So many great ones that work on different levels. I ended up going for Another Way to Die, as I love the way both that one, and then Skyfall captured the feel of some of the really early ones but brought their own new vibe too. Such a tough choice, great poll @hiram.k.hackenbacker

Just bought a Digitech multifx from Pete. What a great guy to deal with. Many thanks Pete!

Yes, RBX 170. Great starter bass, but looks quite an old model. As @NJE says, not worth a great deal - £75 - £90. £100 - £120 with the amp.

Meths is a very mild paint remover - probably won't affect a poly finish, but do take care if anyone is is thinking of using it on their bass.

Nice one Phil.

There's me thinking your record collection was depleted!

In my rather dull day job I have an event company as a client. They hire lots of dance floors, stages and lighting for weddings directly to the wedding party. Is it not worth talking to the venue to see if you can offload the responsibility of the lighting - get the clients to pay for it from someone else? Or, offer lights as a seperate hire, then sub-hire them? These guys are fairly high end but just thought I'd add this to the mix.