mr zed

I've just sold a Mesa Scout 1x12 radiator speaker cab to Sid and I could not have hoped for a more pleasurable transaction. Great communication, great sense of humour and very prompt payment. He was also kind enough to send me a message immediately the speaker arrived to let me know that it had arrived safely. I have no hesitation in recommending Sid as being a top bloke to deal with as the other members that have contributed to his feedback section have already stated. Deal with total confidence. Thanks again Sid, regards, Andy.

Try both - whichever makes you smile the most is the one to go for.

I have just completed a most enjoyable transaction with John. He bought my Mesa Walkabout 1 x 12 combo and throughout the process John couldn't have been more pleasant, flexible and accommodating. Great communication throughout and prompt payment - what more could you ask for? John is a real gent and a knowledable and talented bass player. I wouldn't hesitate to enter into further transactions with him in the future or recommending him to anyone as being a top guy to deal with. Many thanks John. Enjoy your new amp. regards, Andy.

I have just enjoyed a most pleasant transaction with Chris. He bought my Yamaha TRB5PII to add to his fine collection of basses. Great communication, prompt payment and some really welcome feedback advising me that the bass had arrived safely. Chris is a real gent and I wouldn't hesitate in engaging in further transactions with him in the future or recommending him to anyone as a top guy to deal with. Many thanks Chris for a totally pain-free experience. Enjoy your new bass. regards, Andy.

I'd buy something used off here - if you fancy a Fender deluxe or a Stingray, go for it. Should cost you anywhere between around £700 - 900 depending upon age/condition etc. If you decide it's not for you, it can be re-sold on here for around what you paid for it. If you decide you like it, you have a cracking instrument that someone else has taken the depreciation on. Simples!

That's nice......really nice!!! My TRB5PII has a bubinga top with a really nice grain but the one in the Talkbass post is just stunning. [attachment=94183:Basses 030.jpg)

This....http://basschat.co.uk/topic/158447-sadowsky-nyc-vintage-j-with-pj-and-jj-option-dapne-blue-immaculate-l2100/

I have a 2009 model 4 string American deluxe jazz and it's fantastic. This pans between the 2 pups and the tones are to die for - typical Fender and a great sound can be found that is appropriate for any mix. No passive function just 18v active but that suits the sound i'm after - a sort of hi-fi version of the classic Fender tones. No issues with unwanted noise whatsoever, the noiseless pups really are! The quality is superb, it's lightweight and has a smaller body than a standard jazz so it doesn't look ridiculous on me (being a bit of a shortarse). The neck just feels right in my (small) hands - again quality all the way. Gripes? Yes, there are 2. The pre-amp isn't as powerful as i'd like. By that I mean that the change in tone when you roll on/off the bass, mid and treble is subtle rather than shall we say overpowering - compare this with my TRB5PII which is 9v and the difference is very perceptable with the TRB being very capable of shaking the ground with the bass is rolled on or slicing your head off with the treble. Having said that, all the tones sit very well in the mix with the jazz whereas I have to be careful with the TRB that I don't overdo it. 2nd gripe is the access/positioning of the 2 x 9v batteries. A little black plastic coverplate on the rear that is removed with 2 screws, then you have to really fiddle around to get the batteries slotted into a very tight space is not good for a bass costing well in excess of £1000 when new. The TRB's battery can be changed in seconds as can the battery in my Stingray. Much more profesional looking than that of the jazz. I've considered fitting a John East preamp to 'improve' things but i've not been able to do an A-B test with another bass with one fitted to see if the difference would be worth it and can find nothing on You Tube or Johns website. Heard good things about them though. Anyone out there made this modification? All in all thgough a terrific bass that I use most of the time now. The TRB gets used maining when I need the low B string and the stingray when i'm after 'that' tone.

Maybe of interest to someone on here? I'm in no way connected to the seller (just like looking at Musicman basses on ebay to see what comes up! Sad I know but I bet i'm not the only one!! http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Musicman-Stingray-Bass-HH-Status-Graphite-Neck-/320789309400?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item4ab08867d8