Jus Lukin Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) - Edited February 18, 2022 by Jus Lukin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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charic Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 [quote name='Wayne Firefly' timestamp='1366294070' post='2050645'] That my friends is Simon Quinlank, the king of hobbies and it looks like that week, his hobby was playing bass....... [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1xjcyyuDM0[/media] [/quote] So after 16 pages we actually get a match?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolo Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 (edited) Baggy jeans like that were thay scottish bloke's doing. What his name... MacHammer? Edit: it's not me. Edited April 23, 2013 by Bolo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis Pettifer Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Ah, yes, I see..hmph. I am graciously honoured, and somewhat bemused at the comments that you have all made. Yes, indeed, it's no longer a mystery, I admit it, its me.. I was hard up at the time, and was desperate for a new set of strings which bassist magazine gave as a reward for writing in. Id boiled my old Elites in water and vinagar and they were sh..ed. They did cock up the article and forgot to include my name, but after a couple of faxes they got it right, and I was duly rewarded with a couple of sets (5 string) of Rotosound strings. Trace Elliot loved the article and gave me some goodies including a T shirt and a guitar strap that I still use. The bass was indeed a Bass Collection SB315, and I had replaced the pickups with the famous BassLines actiives...They sounded FAT. I still use the 1x18 bottom cab (it was custom made for me by Trace, and has been 100% reliable. (I have literally used it for hundreds of gigs). I still use the 4x5 bright box, but have replaced the 2x10 with a Trace 4x10. I still gig regularly in and around the Coventry/Midlands areas, and yes, I am, [b]Fran Pettifer[/b].....(the waistcoat, sadly, was stolen at a gig), I've sold the Bass Collection, and now use a Yamaha TRB5p. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltyG565 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Welcome! Guys! He's here! And now, a collective blush, for all the things said in this thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 (edited) [quote name='Francis Pettifer' timestamp='1376873188' post='2180298']...Yes, indeed, it's no longer a mystery, I admit it, its me...[/quote] Yay..! Result..! A living legend..! You [i]are [/i]Fran Pettifer, and I claim my £5..! Welcome... [url="http://www.smileyvault.com/"][/url] Edited August 19, 2013 by Dad3353 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted August 19, 2013 Author Share Posted August 19, 2013 [quote name='Francis Pettifer' timestamp='1376873188' post='2180298'] Ah, yes, I see..hmph. I am graciously honoured, and somewhat bemused at the comments that you have all made. Yes, indeed, it's no longer a mystery, I admit it, its me.. I was hard up at the time, and was desperate for a new set of strings which bassist magazine gave as a reward for writing in. Id boiled my old Elites in water and vinagar and they were sh..ed. They did cock up the article and forgot to include my name, but after a couple of faxes they got it right, and I was duly rewarded with a couple of sets (5 string) of Rotosound strings. Trace Elliot loved the article and gave me some goodies including a T shirt and a guitar strap that I still use. The bass was indeed a Bass Collection SB315, and I had replaced the pickups with the famous BassLines actiives...They sounded FAT. I still use the 1x18 bottom cab (it was custom made for me by Trace, and has been 100% reliable. (I have literally used it for hundreds of gigs). I still use the 4x5 bright box, but have replaced the 2x10 with a Trace 4x10. I still gig regularly in and around the Coventry/Midlands areas, and yes, I am, [b]Fran Pettifer[/b].....(the waistcoat, sadly, was stolen at a gig), I've sold the Bass Collection, and now use a Yamaha TRB5p. [/quote] You, sir, are a bloody legend. *doffs cap* Why on earth didn't you get a namecheck in the article? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 As Lazarus threads go, this one takes some beating ... AND it's a happy ending. Welcome Fran. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gafbass02 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 We so need an up to date pic recreation y'know. Welcome aboard, an absolute pleasure sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Welcome Fran! Apologies for saying you had matching bass, glasses and waist coast all in sun burst, even though you did Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubassman Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Welcome! ...there are not too many people who come onto BC and find that theres already their own 'Fran Club' ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Welcome and kudos for putting your head above the parapet. Another vote for a 'recreation' pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 [quote name='Francis Pettifer' timestamp='1376873188' post='2180298'] I still gig regularly in and around the Coventry/Midlands areas, and yes, I am, [b]Fran Pettifer[/b].....(the waistcoat, sadly, was stolen at a gig), I've sold the Bass Collection, and now use a Yamaha TRB5p. [/quote] Right. Next job. Lets find that waistcoat... or at least a like for like replacement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beer of the Bass Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1376907998' post='2180549'] Right. Next job. Lets find that waistcoat... or at least a like for like replacement. [/quote] Only if we can have a Waistcoat Relay, where we all wear it for a gig, take a picture then pass it on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raymondo Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 [quote name='Beer of the Bass' timestamp='1376909536' post='2180575'] Only if we can have a Waistcoat Relay, where we all wear it for a gig, take a picture then pass it on! [/quote] Brilliant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassTractor Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 (edited) Brill! Welcome, Fran, and apologies for not having taken part in the thread earlier. I just [b]knew[/b] I unrecognised you from somewhere. A virtual set of Rotosounds to Tedmanzie, who nailed it in february. Enjoy your stay! Some of these people are less than bad. bert Edited August 19, 2013 by BassTractor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis Pettifer Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Look, ok, I admit it, like the long lost prodigal son, I have been found, and am most grateful for all of your searching, and as a mark of respect to you all, I am only too happy to answer ANY questions that you may have concerning my past 16 or so years, indeed, any other topics may also be considered. I can't, however, promise I'll respond every day, or that any of your prayers will be answered (as in Bruce Almighty) that would be silly, but I will do my best to communicate as frequently as possible. 'Keep the faith' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted August 19, 2013 Author Share Posted August 19, 2013 [quote name='Francis Pettifer' timestamp='1376933970' post='2181168'] I am only too happy to answer ANY questions that you may have concerning my past 16 or so years, indeed, any other topics may also be considered. [/quote] Oh... Me first! Conservatories are too hot in summer and too cold in winter: Is this myth or fact? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 (edited) Me next . What kind of gigs are you doing that someone would [i] nick that waistcoat [/i] (!) ? That means you are playing in venues where the audience and/or staff are so economically and aesthetically deprived that they would covet a garment that ( no offence intended) looks like it was fashioned out of recycled offcuts of chamois leather and sold off at a discount in Matalan as part of their autumn 1993 Collection for people recently released on License . Were you doing a lot of gigs in the Humberside area , by any chance ? I know in Hull that look never really went out of fashion . There is probably a dodgy window cleaner out there somewhere still getting the benefit of your pilfered garment to this very day . Edited August 19, 2013 by Dingus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingrayPete1977 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Ok i'll play but a more serious question, do you regret selling your bass collection Fran? I had a trans green sb320 and sold it, wish I still had it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mep Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 WOW. I was surprised to see this thread get resurrected after all this time. Welcome aboard Fran. I had a lot of fun taking part in the thread, researching and taking the photo of a waist coated me in my sun room. It felt like a real celebration of 90's Bassist and our relentless search to find your identity. We probably need to get out more, but leave our waistcoats at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Ayup Fran! Legend!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Geek question.... What was custom about the 1x18? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShergoldSnickers Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 (edited) Best thread on BC for years. Anyone got the film rights? Edit: And a huge welcome to Fran. Edited August 20, 2013 by ShergoldSnickers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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