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    [quote name='Len_derby' post='1362033' date='Sep 4 2011, 06:45 PM']I've got a Roland Micro Cube. Worth a look and cheaper than a Phil Jones. Acceptable sound for something of that size, plus a built in tuner, drum machine and various effect like wah, chorus and octaver. It does work on battery power, but 6 AA batteries does increase the weight noticably. I've found that when using it outdoors it does need to be as near to head height as possible to ensure you can hear it yourself. Worth a look, as I say, and if you're ever up near Derby come and try mine.[/quote] Exactly - what he said ^^^^^^^^^ except the Derby bit, but same applies 'down south'
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    [quote name='bremen' post='1362838' date='Sep 5 2011, 01:25 PM']No I'm not. VAT is 20% on everything. Import duty is (mumble)% on everything above £18 (thanks Chris).[/quote] An example 'mumble %' from the website: "Notes on duty & taxes rates Fender precision bass has an [u][size=3]import duty rate of 3.7%[/size][/u] and VAT rate of 20%."
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    [quote name='DaveMuadDib' post='1362786' date='Sep 5 2011, 12:44 PM']"Good" was perhaps a bit of an overstatement So the difference between the "designed" and "real" is huge, right?[/quote] Yeah a big difference - but other pick ups are also available . For example my Frank Bello Bass is a P/J which came with a 1/4lb P & a SCN J pick up. The SCN was always weak compared to the Bass Lines so I fitted a J 1/4lb also, now it is a real beast I've fitted a Dimarzio to my '57 P & that is wonderful crystal clear note definition,very 'pure'. Depends what sound you're looking for, but certainly replacing standard pups are one of the biggest upgrades you can make & generally speaking - you get what you pay for
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    [quote name='DaveMuadDib' post='1362761' date='Sep 5 2011, 12:22 PM']Hi guys, I've got a Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar. It's my "backup" bass and it plays well and looks like my dream come true, however the sound is not phenomenal at all. So my question is: what can I do to improve this? The Duncan Designed pickups are good, but they just seem to sound a little bit flat. So what would you guys recommend, and are there any success stories out there? I usually play quite rocky stuff, like Ozzy Osbourne, RATM, Metallica etc, but I often mellow it down a bit as well. The bass has a P/J pickup configuration, and ideally, I would like a humbucking jazz p'up of some description for the bridge. Dave[/quote] "The Duncan Designed pickups are good" - they're as good as you get in a budget range bass, possibly, but not to be confused with the 'Real Seymour Duncan Pick ups' which will give you a lot more - everything! Cheerz, John
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    [quote name='WalMan' post='1362739' date='Sep 5 2011, 11:59 AM']or walking through Green, but is it worth the possible hassle!?[/quote] That reminds me of a few years back - on arrival at Jakarta international airport - in the customs hall there were only 2 green channels - & a very large sign above; [color="#FF0000"][size=4][b]The penalty for smuggling drugs is DEATH[/b][/size][/color] Makes you think
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    [quote name='Horizontalste' post='1362391' date='Sep 4 2011, 10:54 PM'][url="http://www.dutycalculator.com/"]http://www.dutycalculator.com/[/url][/quote] That's handy Harry thanks for that, I did my sums yesterday & just saw your link - it came out 2p different nice one. I can't wait to see what the actual bill will be Cheerz, John Edit: Just to clear up any possible misunderstanding - the "2p different" above is two pence diiferent, not to be confused with [color="#FF0000"][b][size=3]2 P basses for sale[/size] [/b][/color]- link below
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    You can see the lack of 'attention to detail' even in a [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1964-Fender-Precision-Bass-Candy-Apple-Red-Original-/270811228749?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item3f0d9b6a4d"]ebay ad[/url] How do they expect to sell - when they can't even put up a photo' or 2!
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    Bump for the weekend - BTW I've got a quote for UK delivery at £11.95 + Vat so £14.22 should cover it Choice of Gigbags included, or possible to supply in a Tweed Fender style hard case perfect condition, for extra £30. Looking into PayPal - if anyone is worried about fees - Sending Money as Personal, Personal Payment Owed, costs nothing to either party. Cheerz, John
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    I've had a few interested in the Sunburst, I've been asked for some more pics, so here's my very best David Baileyesque shots in the sun.
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    I made up a special little wiring kit for Paul, as always dealing with him is a pleasure, no problems - highly recommended to all. Cheerz, John
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    Another smooth 'n easy transaction with Jerry, he now has a P-bass wiring kit for a special. He's a pleasure to deal with & I recommend him heartily. Cheerz, John
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    [quote name='Musicman20' post='1359313' date='Sep 1 2011, 10:34 PM']Oh heck, quite interested in that sunburst P.[/quote] 'Tis very nice
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    Cheerz Gary PM'd back at ya John Cheerz, John
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    [quote name='4 Strings' post='1358018' date='Aug 31 2011, 08:28 PM']Surprised it doesn't have the holes, did it not come with the ashtrays? Tape and a [size=3][color="#FF0000"]braddle[/color][/size] to make the holes. Easier to avoid disaster than with a drill with such small holes. Look up pics on Google and find references for position. Some here:http://www.bass-guitar-museum.com/bass-14584-1951-51-Reissue-Fender-Precision-P-Bass[/quote] That'll be a 'bradawl' a sharp pointy thing with a handle, used for making holes
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    Edit: 23/09/2011 [size=6][color=#FF0000][b]Sold thanks![/b][/color][/size] Only the Sunburst P for [s]sale now[/s], I have a very nice Tweed case (as new) deep Cherry red inside, + a Fender cardboard box ready to go £350 delivered UK Next Day. Precision Bass - Made in Mexico 2007 - 'Classic' Sunburst with a new Tortoise Shell pick guard. BadAssII bridge fitted, a USA P-bass pick up, wiring pots etc, which is perhaps older than the bass, the covers look slightly matt but no bad marks, has slightly raised pole pieces, a lovely vintage Fender sound, fitted with Fender 9050 St/St Flatwounds. The Rosewood Fingerboard has been cleaned & Lemon Oiled, frets are fine, no sign of wear, none high & no sharps. Action is set low, >2mm at 20th Fret & there is no buzzing, if you play hard this can easily be raised of course. There's plenty of adjustment on the bridge saddles, the intonation is set spot on, tuners are good & stay in tune well. Truss rod is fine & easy to adjust, it's quite light (as P's go) at 8.97lbs 4.07Kg. No scratches or anything nasty, practically showroom condition, obviously it has been played so there are the usual tiny marks, no buckle rash. [attachment=88512:02092011901.jpg][attachment=88513:02092011902.jpg][attachment=88514:02092011903.jp g][attachment=88515:02092011904.jpg][attachment=88516:02092011906.jpg][attachment=88517:02092011909. j pg] Cheerz, John
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    As I only ever play seated it's maybe not such an issue, but I'd say 10lbs is as much as I'd want for ease of handling. My '51 P-bass Ri is getting on for 10lb & my heaviest, I know it every time I pick it from the rack Cheerz, John
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    [quote name='bremen' post='1356799' date='Aug 30 2011, 08:27 PM']Ask him if it'll fit a Squier Affinity.[/quote] I was thinking - maybe a Sue Ryder
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    Have you tried a different lead?
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    To me - it's all part of a setup, especially after a bass has been in transit, who knows what sort of knocks it's had, nothing to do with being a P-bass, anything with a bolt on neck - it's adjustable.
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    [quote name='gary mac' post='1353703' date='Aug 27 2011, 04:44 PM']I think it does John, can's see anything obviously wrong, the solder is good as is the cable. So that would be great. Pm how much you want for it and we will get it sorted.[/quote] PM back @ ya
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    [quote name='gary mac' post='1352557' date='Aug 26 2011, 03:16 PM']I need to sort out an intermitent problem with the input socket[/quote] BTW Gary - if it needs a new socket give me a shout I've got a spare here. Cheerz, John
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    [quote name='Rick's Fine '52' post='1353614' date='Aug 27 2011, 03:12 PM']???????[/quote] My thoughts were "WTF? "
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    Well done Gary - that looks lovely - good score & now you've made lurve with flats there's no going back Cheerz, John
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    Happy birthday - is it a 'big one'? Always a good idea to treat yourself & another - pictures please Cheerz, John
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    Looking very smoooooooth indeed internals are on the way Cheerz, John
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