SteveXFR Posted January 20, 2023 Posted January 20, 2023 I've got two Mexican standard P basses. The one in standard tuning I'm absolutely satisfied with, can't fault it at all. The one in drop A# may get replaced but I can't decide what with. Quote
KingBollock Posted January 20, 2023 Posted January 20, 2023 Do you know what? I think that, due to this thread, I might well be. My number one is my BC Rich Warlock. I have/had all these plans for it. New tuners, including a drop tuner, new pickups (DiMarzio DP127 because they look cool) and a better, more versatile preamp. But now I really think about it, I don’t really think I’d be making any actual improvements that would make much difference. If I had one niggle, it would be that the centre detente on the pick-up blend knob is difficult to feel. Oh, having just said all that… I still think I am going to replace the control cover plate. I want to make one with a built in battery compartment, so that I don’t have to take all the screws out just to change the battery. So, I suppose, the answer is actually no. Oh well! 1 2 Quote
nilorius Posted January 20, 2023 Author Posted January 20, 2023 18 minutes ago, KingBollock said: Do you know what? I think that, due to this thread, I might well be. My number one is my BC Rich Warlock. I have/had all these plans for it. New tuners, including a drop tuner, new pickups (DiMarzio DP127 because they look cool) and a better, more versatile preamp. But now I really think about it, I don’t really think I’d be making any actual improvements that would make much difference. If I had one niggle, it would be that the centre detente on the pick-up blend knob is difficult to feel. Oh, having just said all that… I still think I am going to replace the control cover plate. I want to make one with a built in battery compartment, so that I don’t have to take all the screws out just to change the battery. So, I suppose, the answer is actually no. Oh well! Well, sounds like Your are a strong guy. Good look with all it !!! Quote
Saul Panzer Posted January 21, 2023 Posted January 21, 2023 I mostly love my Sire P7, the only thing I'm not entirely sold on is the shape of the headstock. In terms of sound, looks minus the headstock and play-ability I love it. If I had a magic wand I'd add a switch that instantly changed between flats and rounds and drop the weight by 50%. Quote
nilorius Posted January 21, 2023 Author Posted January 21, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, Saul Panzer said: I mostly love my Sire P7, the only thing I'm not entirely sold on is the shape of the headstock. In terms of sound, looks minus the headstock and play-ability I love it. If I had a magic wand I'd add a switch that instantly changed between flats and rounds and drop the weight by 50%. Magick Johnson switch. Edited January 21, 2023 by nilorius Quote
Boodang Posted January 22, 2023 Posted January 22, 2023 On 20/01/2023 at 19:05, nilorius said: Hello. Are You fully satisfied with Your #1 bass or there could be some changes. If yes - what would You change ? As to me - Ibanez GWB 1005, i would like it would have a mid eq control also. You could always get a competent luthier to add a mid control. Would that make it 100%? Quote
Boodang Posted January 22, 2023 Posted January 22, 2023 Had this custom made and 100% satisfied, and it's my go to bass..... until I change my mind and decide that a 7 string fretted or some such is the next thing I urgently need in my life! 4 1 Quote
nilorius Posted January 22, 2023 Author Posted January 22, 2023 6 hours ago, Boodang said: You could always get a competent luthier to add a mid control. Would that make it 100%? Yes, but i don't want to mess the original idea of Gary Willis. Quote
Woodinblack Posted January 22, 2023 Posted January 22, 2023 No. There is something wrong with my #1 bass in that when I play it, I don't sound like much better players than me, so obviously it is the basses fault! 2 Quote
nilorius Posted January 22, 2023 Author Posted January 22, 2023 24 minutes ago, Woodinblack said: No. There is something wrong with my #1 bass in that when I play it, I don't sound like much better players than me, so obviously it is the basses fault! Time heals ! Quote
Skybone Posted January 22, 2023 Posted January 22, 2023 Wouldn't say 100%, as there are some details that are a bit annoying, but you can live with. I'd say 98%, which works for me. Quote
StickyDBRmf Posted January 24, 2023 Posted January 24, 2023 I'm 100% satisfied with my Chapman Stick. Emmett did a beautiful job, and I am proud to own one he had his hands on. Doesn't mean I wouldn't like to get my hands on a Railboard... Quote
msb Posted January 24, 2023 Posted January 24, 2023 I enjoy using different basses rather than thinking one will do everything. 1 Quote
Jean-Luc Pickguard Posted January 24, 2023 Posted January 24, 2023 My #1 bass is currently my black JMJ mustang. After a bit of tweaking to the setup it is 100% perfect—just like my blue one. 1 Quote
DTB Posted January 25, 2023 Posted January 25, 2023 With my guitar yes (Silver Sky with Bonamassa Bonnie pickups) with my bass not quite but close as makes no difference. the weak point is always me followed by needing a bigger practice space. 1 Quote
Woodinblack Posted January 25, 2023 Posted January 25, 2023 9 hours ago, StickyDBRmf said: I'm 100% satisfied with my Chapman Stick. Emmett did a beautiful job, and I am proud to own one he had his hands on. Doesn't mean I wouldn't like to get my hands on a Railboard... He also had his hands on my railboard - and we discussed it over email, which was nice. But then i guess at this point he had his hands on most of the ones out there. Quote
SH73 Posted January 25, 2023 Posted January 25, 2023 The bass that No1 last week may be number 2 or more for next few months, so difficult to answer. Quote
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