johnnylager Posted March 6, 2008 Posted March 6, 2008 [quote name='Quatschmacher' post='152270' date='Mar 6 2008, 11:14 AM']The downside is that I recently used the body to create a couple of miniature reproduction models which caused a bit of damage. The two spring loaded control knobs no longer repspond as they're supposed to - they've become really sensitive, such that now when you twist them all you hear is a high-pitched squeal instead of a pleasant sound. Also the jack socket got mashed up, the fit isn't so tight now. It still works but is a bit temperamental - sometimes I have to hold the cable in my hand instead.[/quote] +1. You are a genius. I now find myself using the auxilliary XLR socket more, though I also find this a bit temperamental unless the headstock has been thoroughly soaked in gin.
OldGit Posted March 6, 2008 Posted March 6, 2008 [quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='119885' date='Jan 13 2008, 11:57 PM']Hmmm, that sounds more traumatic than is funny. I only came here to make a joke about a shortscale with a huge bottom end I've been GASing over recently.[/quote] Mine seems to do a lot of bottom end GASsing of it's own ...
coasterbass Posted March 7, 2008 Posted March 7, 2008 I had a smashing smooth sounding '83. But whilst I was on holiday my GAS took over and I acquired a Big Muff (Russian - black). Really dirtied things up. Sadly I couldn't get my new acquisition through customs so I'm just left with the memories...
wmsheep Posted March 7, 2008 Posted March 7, 2008 I`m the third owner of a shortscale `65 of unknown origin; a bit of an enigma as she`s not a jazz and certainly not precision. She`s due for some cosmetic work to the body soon (a problem with one of the curves on the body), and hopefully this will suit us both. Soundwise, she has a tendancy to be very loud, and emits a horrible whining noise when ignored for more than 10 minutes (less than 10 minutes if I`m seen eyeing up newer models).
Dood Posted March 8, 2008 Posted March 8, 2008 If this thread were a comedian, It should have been bankrupt ages ago lol
finnbass Posted March 8, 2008 Posted March 8, 2008 [quote name='dood' post='153443' date='Mar 8 2008, 12:16 AM']If this thread were a comedian, It should have been bankrupt ages ago lol[/quote] If you were a grammatician...we'd have to shoot you You simply cannot keep replacing a full stop with the acronym 'lol'. Pass that one on to Ped as well.. lol haha etc
EBS_freak Posted March 8, 2008 Posted March 8, 2008 [quote name='dood' post='153443' date='Mar 8 2008, 12:16 AM']If this thread were a comedian, It should have been bankrupt ages ago lol[/quote] I dunno... I reckon my post was pretty Roy Chubby Brown...
Dood Posted March 9, 2008 Posted March 9, 2008 [quote name='finnbass' post='153478' date='Mar 8 2008, 03:28 AM']If you were a grammatician...we'd have to shoot you You simply cannot keep replacing a full stop with the acronym 'lol'. Pass that one on to Ped as well.. lol haha etc [/quote] lol (full stop) Shouldn't there have been a full stop after your words 'etc' and 'you'? (lol).
cheddatom Posted March 10, 2008 Posted March 10, 2008 [quote name='finnbass' post='153478' date='Mar 8 2008, 03:28 AM']You simply cannot keep replacing a full stop with the acronym 'lol'.[/quote] This gets on my tits, but I thought it was bad form to point it out. lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol
Pbassred Posted March 17, 2008 Posted March 17, 2008 I used to get them new but its been a while. I found out that I prefer them played in a bit. It really doen't take much effort to set them up and make then active. Who wouldn't want active?
paul, the Posted March 17, 2008 Posted March 17, 2008 you lot have really odd wives I plan for mine to have a vagina.
Mr. Foxen Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 [quote name='paul, the' post='159300' date='Mar 17 2008, 11:17 PM'] you lot have really odd wives I plan for mine to have a vagina.[/quote] Yeah, we all have plans...
tauzero Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 [quote name='paul, the' post='159300' date='Mar 17 2008, 11:17 PM'] you lot have really odd wives I plan for mine to have a vagina.[/quote] Are you going to be putting up a build diary then?
Old Horse Murphy Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 [quote name='paul, the' post='159300' date='Mar 17 2008, 11:17 PM'] you lot have really odd wives I plan for mine to have a vagina.[/quote] You won't need it after you're married.... Personally, I'd go for one with no ears or voice box
bremen Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 [quote name='EBS_freak' post='117163' date='Jan 9 2008, 05:08 PM']** PM Sent ** Post removed ** Dood.[/quote] I _really_ want to see this now!
OldGit Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 [quote name='Old Horse Murphy' post='159726' date='Mar 18 2008, 04:22 PM']You won't need it after you're married.... Personally, I'd go for one with no ears or voice box[/quote] No ears? Beard then? [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx3eH-E6v5E"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx3eH-E6v5E[/url]
Dood Posted March 18, 2008 Posted March 18, 2008 [quote name='bremen' post='159751' date='Mar 18 2008, 04:58 PM']I _really_ want to see this now![/quote] It certainly set a precedent for the following posts lol!
EBS_freak Posted March 20, 2008 Posted March 20, 2008 [quote name='dood' post='159980' date='Mar 18 2008, 10:18 PM']It certainly set a precedent for the following posts lol![/quote] I have no idea what you are talking about.
phsycoandy Posted March 20, 2008 Posted March 20, 2008 I like playing at home so am sticking with my GB! She is high maintenace and costly as you would expect but the rewards from the quality materials are there for all to see but only for me to play with. Been using her extensively lately, so have had to buff her up tonight and bring back the finish. Showing a little wear on the lower area but thats understandable after three weeks of extensive use, so shes calling for a week off for maintenance and a change of batteries. Ho Hum.
OutToPlayJazz Posted March 21, 2008 Posted March 21, 2008 Needless to say, I haven't laughed so much in ages... Can't believe I didn't spot this thread sooner! As for mine, she's a gorgeous '69 model (no puns!), big top end, lovely rounded bottom end with a penchant for a good slapping. Nuff said!
stingrayfan Posted March 21, 2008 Posted March 21, 2008 [quote name='johnnylager' post='152317' date='Mar 6 2008, 12:28 PM']I now find myself using the auxilliary XLR socket more, though I also find this a bit temperamental unless the headstock has been thoroughly soaked in gin.[/quote] Tried spraying on some switch cleaner first?
CPBass Posted March 24, 2008 Author Posted March 24, 2008 Im so glad I started this post. We should rename this "The Lost Lives Club", oldhorsemurphy you are so right, no need for the vagina post marriage. My idea is this: There should be an independent guy at the altar or registrar's table at every wedding. He should have 5 mins alone with you just to go over what your throwing away, also he'd invite you for an all expenses paid week in Amsterdam as the jilting escape. How many of us would have married then?? Only kidding but it certainly makes yoy think dunnit? I guess an offer of a tour with Skunk Anansie or the like would get me to jilt. LOL we love em really. Keep posting Col
silverfoxnik Posted March 24, 2008 Posted March 24, 2008 [quote name='Quatschmacher' post='152270' date='Mar 6 2008, 11:14 AM']Well, I've got a gorgeous '74, longscale neck with an ultra-slim body. There are a few cracks beginning to show in the finish but it still plays pretty well. The downside is that I recently used the body to create a couple of miniature reproduction models which caused a bit of damage. The two spring loaded control knobs no longer repspond as they're supposed to - they've become really sensitive, such that now when you twist them all you hear is a high-pitched squeal instead of a pleasant sound. Also the jack socket got mashed up, the fit isn't so tight now. It still works but is a bit temperamental - sometimes I have to hold the cable in my hand instead.[/quote] Only just seen this... As Johnnylager said, "genius"!!
Jobiebass Posted March 29, 2008 Posted March 29, 2008 my '87 is being delivered as we speak. nice smoothe body shape, feels great in my hands but after a few beers she gets well out of pitch. I could use some lessons on how to play it right, Bit of slap might get rid of the growl. (jk)
fluter Posted March 30, 2008 Posted March 30, 2008 [quote name='Sibob' post='121455' date='Jan 16 2008, 02:41 PM']i just want to clarify something .................. We're not all having sex with our basses are we???[/quote] Not my thing really, with all those knobs.
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