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[quote name='sykilz' post='1178266' date='Mar 27 2011, 01:47 PM']Should probably add I play hard rock original stuff, and my amp is a Peavey tour 450 into a Warwick 410, the amp seems to be reflective of the bass if that makes sense, the old Washburn sounds just the same as it did into my 1990`s rig which was Hartke into a peavey cab. Thanks for early replies,seems there are other options too,cheers. Just looked at the Dimarzio, would look fantastic on an all black bass.....good shout!!!![/quote] Another shout for the DiMarzio, crystal clear harmonics & snappy solid bass - best I've tried. SD 1/4lbs are good & a huge step up from standard Mex, but not up to DiMarzios. << White on White's alright I reckon

I'm not greedy so I'll just go for my personal Number 1. Top for me would be like going back in a time machine & playing one of the very first original 1951 Precision basses, all made by hand, with the original strings, through a Fender Bassman amp or one of Leo's 'home made available at the time'. Cheerz, John

[quote name='Rich' post='1174594' date='Mar 24 2011, 01:34 PM'][color="#0000FF"][size=4]Safety pins[/size][/color][/quote] Just that made me laugh! As my dear old Mum used to say, " If you're going on stage in them trousers - make sure you've got a safety pin with you" God that was a long time ago

Gary is a great guy to deal with, he ordered a P-bass wiring kit & paid instantly, great communication. All the best with your P-roject(s) Cheerz, John

Yeah I'd come to your next one, if it was closer Well done - sounds like it was much fun & great satisfaction. Cheerz, John

Watching some now, not sure how much I can take What's John Taylor's bass?

[quote name='Evil Undead' post='1168807' date='Mar 19 2011, 08:49 PM']So, is it possible to play with a really light touch? I mean barely touching the strings?[/quote] Yes - well almost & you'll find the lighter you play (with both hands), the lower the action you can have - which makes it even easier to play lighter Edit: Do you do your own setup?

Hi Thurbs, Good review, should have done 1 myself but never quite got around to it. I just happened to be the 1st person to order 1 in the UK so I was lucky enough to get Number 001 & at a very good price! I agree with previous comments regarding your rating for power though - it's a 30 Watt amp that you are reviewing! You can't knok if for 'low power' or compare it to any other amp that costs similar! + it's louder than you expected & sounds so much better than any other similar power amp made (IMO) so how can you only give it 6? [color="#0000FF"]"The unit didn’t get full marks because of the plastic edges on the case and the switches and dials are a little close together for my big fat fingers."[/color] What plastic edges? There's no plastic edges on mine & I've got fingers like sausages but don't have any trouble with the knobs/switches.. If you have trouble with them how do you manage to play 4 or more strings so close together? Edit: BTW just suspended mine from my digital fishing scales & even with cables dangling it weighs 11.33Kg & balances perfectly with a hook under the centre of handle. Edit 2: 10.82Kg hanging free. [attachment=75187:19032011579.jpg]

[url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxeFTvkxGzw&feature=related"]Diamonds[/url][quote name='neilb' post='1167108' date='Mar 18 2011, 01:48 PM']Reports state he died from cancer this morning.[/quote] There goes a real diamond, bastard C. RIP Jet MBE.

Lengthen the string so it dangles on the floor, tread on it & raise the bass up BANG! TBH - how pathetic is this going to look though? One party popper - really! Not wishing to P on your bonfire like

[quote name='TomKent' post='1165852' date='Mar 17 2011, 03:09 PM']Basically, there's a small chance I'll be performing at the Messe music show, however I don't have a hard case for my bass. There's a very slight chance the flight crew will allow me to have in in the cabin, but I'd rather not take the chance. Does anyone in the London/South East/West area have one I could borrow? I'd pay with what money I have and give you as many man-hugs as possible! [/quote] I've got a pukka flight case, alloy & wood with all catches etc. in full working order, heavy & a bit basic inside but the good news is it will take a bass inside a soft bag. You're welcome to borrow - no money involved, maybe just a small hug - if you can collect from Bexhill. GOOD LUCK, John

Sold a P-bass wiring set to Bryan, great communication + instant payment = a pleasure to deal with, no problemo. Cheerz, John

Mine comfortably goes up against £3.5K Roland V-drums + Roland 30? amp, Strat through a Blackstar (10or15 Watt) & Tele with a pukka AC30, but that's in a small old village hall 'rehersal scenario'. Oh - & we all know how to use the knobs especially the volumes but then we're all over 60! I've never pushed it to the limit, but with the 2 cabs there's plenty of clout, would do for many small venues I'm sure.

[quote name='bassbluestew' post='1161946' date='Mar 14 2011, 04:10 PM']How loud are these little darlings?? Am thinking of trying out the fliptop version soon but not sure it'll be loud enough. S[/quote] Mine easily goes over 100 - on the VU meter - hope this helps

[quote name='phatbass787' post='1161853' date='Mar 14 2011, 03:07 PM']Did you get the limited edition Star Trek version? ;-)[/quote] It's just a subtle way of reminding me to turn the bloody power off when I leave the room! The Little Bastard has no 'Power on' indicator, so unless you catch the glow from the valves through the cooling slots, it's all too easy to leave it on Mute but still powered up, which is good for keeping your pie & chips warm if you leave it on top, but no good for the electric bill , global warming & probably the life of the valves

Wouldn't be without mine

Just bought a liddy biddy boom box - bam bam, from Nick, a pleasure to deal with right the way through. He held it for me until Tuesday as agreed, then posted as soon as. Excellent transaction & no problems. Roland Micro Cube Bass RX - great little 'toy' - love the versatility, hope to use out in the fields! Cheerz, John

[quote name='allighatt0r' post='1153896' date='Mar 8 2011, 02:53 PM']Does anybody have any suggestions on where I can get my wiring re-done in my Sue Ryder P? My local music shop is owned by a mate of mine and he is quite frankly awful ! How much is it likely to cost me? I'm sure I will get some "do it yourself!" suggestions, but I have tried in the past and been awful, and I don't fancy the expense of a decent iron for a one off job. Much appreciated![/quote] PM'd

[quote name='Ou7shined' post='1155193' date='Mar 9 2011, 12:42 PM']Has to be... [/quote] Have you seen [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/G-L-L1000-Bass-1981-/180636235609?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item2a0ec23759"]This Red 1k on ebay?[/url] Very nice!

[quote name='silddx' post='1156619' date='Mar 10 2011, 01:59 PM'][/quote] Great to see them - the white one is what my first ever bass was based on, made by my Dad & me in 1964/5.

Never mind the Rickenfaker - is that Orange Astroturf on your floor?

[quote name='bh2' post='1154105' date='Mar 8 2011, 05:16 PM']Yes... we're all old gits! [/quote] Hoi!

Born in 1951 don't leave me much choice I won't get a January 51 neck date unless it's a prototype, so I'm happy with this: