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[quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1434102995' post='2796674'] My bad. Read the whole post except that line it seems [/quote] It's just the kind of inconsequential error I make several times every day.

[quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1434103802' post='2796692'] You're full of surprises... I thought it would have been Hawkwind [/quote] I wanted Hawkwind, but got Ornette Coleman instead and I'm very glad that happened.

[quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1434101345' post='2796644'] Do you get the sound when you use a different B string? [/quote] OP has said he's used different brands and sizes of B string... I once traced such a noise to the bridge... rattly spring. A dab of Vaseline sorted it. That's if Corvettes have saddle-adjuster bolt springs - I'm not familiar with the bass.

'An Evening With Ornette Coleman' and some acid was one of the formative experiences of my youth. RIP.

Oh Christ, no. Look at that nut - you'd get Herpes.

[quote name='Marvin' timestamp='1434055774' post='2796389'] You've got a p-bass? Really? You never said. [/quote] Well you know, I don't want to be banging on and on about it all the time.

[quote name='Andyjr1515' timestamp='1434046470' post='2796282'] Only just picked up this thread, Mark. Lovely looking bass and a VERY familiar looking neck Andy [/quote] Oh, have you seen one like it recently or something..? Can you make a Modulator Bass for me? I think it's about the only way I'm going to get hold of one!

[quote name='Billy Apple' timestamp='1434045864' post='2796269'] If you'd re-finned it, it would've been a big 'faux-you' from me! [/quote] Well now I'm looking for a Modulator Bass to complete the trio... one in 'natural' finish would be nice... I'm actually becoming very fond of the original finish on this Marathon, the mojo is good... there's something about totally authentic wear, isn't there..?

[quote name='Rumple' timestamp='1434041123' post='2796222'] Nice enough Mark but I don't like sunburst basses. [/quote]

Having spent God knows how long diagnosing string buzzes and rattles like this over the years, my method now is thus: Don't let it get to you, don't focus on it, don't think about it. Ignore it, keep playing as usual and eventually it will go away. You're welcome.

[quote name='jonnythenotes' timestamp='1434029968' post='2796098'] Sorry discreet....no points awarded for becoming temporarily insane, and selling something that good in the first place......although a picture or two could earn you quite a few drool and envy points.. [/quote] Hee, hee! Well... any excuse... [url="http://s734.photobucket.com/user/discreet-uk/library/USA%20CBS%201976%20Precision%20Bass%20April%202015?sort=3&page=1"]http://s734.photobucket.com/user/discreet-uk/library/USA%20CBS%201976%20Precision%20Bass%20April%202015?sort=3&page=1[/url]

I don't think I've ever mentioned it on this forum, but it must be my 1976 Precision. Been with me all its life except for four years after I rashly sold it. But I did buy it back, so I claim the extra points for that! One day I really must take some pictures of it and post them on BC...

[quote name='Christian Houmann' timestamp='1434007418' post='2795781'] How is Mark building time and do you pay a deposit ? [/quote] Very quick turnover at the moment, he's having a bit of a lull by all accounts (no luthier pun intended!). I think a couple of hundred up front would set the wheels in motion.

[quote name='Rumple' timestamp='1433875203' post='2794808'] I have a soft spot for a Shergold Marathon, if only I'd kept my white fretless one I sold in Loot back in the early 90's I wonder where it is now. [/quote] They're a bit thin on the ground, it's true! You could contact Andrew Mannering through the Shergold Forum and make him an offer! [url="http://www.shergold.co.uk/collection.html?detail=NOS_Marathon4fl_1"]http://www.shergold.co.uk/collection.html?detail=NOS_Marathon4fl_1[/url]

[quote name='urbanx' timestamp='1434025860' post='2796050'] ...there's bound to be something derelict local! [/quote] Miss Doris Balls, spinster of the parish.

...a good supply of anti-perspirant and breath-fresheners. You'll be in very close proximity to other people in a restricted space... for hours.

Bogroll, arse wipes, wet wipes, powerful painkillers, clean pants and socks. Edit: Don't put more effort into photographing the event than the event itself! Remember what you're there for.

Take TWO bottles into the studio?? Not me - I just record and go!

At Last! Sorry.

Nice bass!

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1433930448' post='2795106'] Nice playing mate - very tasteful Nice looking (and sounding) bass too - definitely a bit of a Wal vibe there, especially the early pro I basses, and especially in black... [/quote] Thank you, and thanks for the pic - that's a bit naughty! Yes, the Wal-vibe is one of the things I like about Shergold/Hayman - that and the price, of course. One day I will have a Wal... trouble is, I need a car first...

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1433928740' post='2795079'] it's got to be the best option to keep it as it is ...even if only for when GAS for something else strikes and you move it on... [/quote] And there was me thinking it could be a keeper...

[quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1433928488' post='2795077'] Remember when you were considering doing the same thing to that black G&L? I'd do the same thing that I threatened to do then [/quote] Crap in an envelope and post it to me? Just as well it's staying original, then!