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I’m putting my DB up for sale as another instrument has caught my eye. I bought this on here in 2021 when I made the jump from electric and in the opinion of my teacher and everyone who has played it I got lucky. It’s a large 3/4 (dimensions below) flat back and all carved. To quote the previous owner it’s been well gigged and likely to have been a school bass in a previous life. I play mostly gypsy jazz, so action is fairly low as it’s all pizz. The previous owner listed the bass’ pros as: new ebony fingerboard neck reset new end pin and tailpiece setup for jazz, low action and good strings looks lovely if you like the aged look nice sound He listed the cons as: Pins all around the top, but nothing to affect structural. Not worth taking out lots of scratches and marks Since I’ve owned the bass I’ve had a new adjustable bridge and Full Circle pup fitted by the Bristol Violin Shop. BVS (they’re excellent) also repaired one of the tuners which was loose and did a repair to the neck. The bass has just (as of 6/09/2025) returned from BVS who fixed a split in the back and reset the sound post. It’s ready to gig in other words. The strings are Spiro Lights which are circa 2 years old. It comes with a Westbury soft case which is in very good condition. Obviously I’d expect people to play the bass before they buy it and realise TA11 7DT isn’t viable for many. But I think the bottom line is this: she’s a wonderful war horse at an entry level price with a great sound, a newish Full Circle and nothing immediate to do in terms of set up. Please ask any questions. dimensions fingerboard width at widest point 9cm Nut to bridge length 106cm Bridge to tailpiece 19cm Body length 108cm depth 20cm Body width lower 76cm body width top 53cm Height from top to bottom of body 184cm endpin extends 29cm PS: the dots are ‘stick ons’ and are easily removed -
There’s a link between Cimar and Ibanez I think - but later in the 70s or 80s than this bass -
I dep regularly though currently I only dep in one band which makes life easier as I largely know their set from so many gigs now, so at worst only a few newer tunes emerge at short notice at any one time. My advice is really “learn your lines and show up.” Being well prepared, polite, punctual and attentive to the rest of the band onstage will already put you ahead of a great many other players. If you’re lucky you might get a chance in soundcheck to run through any tricky unusual arrangements / endings etc. Bring spares - batteries, leads, strings (see “be well prepared” above). I think I’m usually on the same money as the person I’ve replaced. But really, if I’ve agreed to do a gig for a certain amount then I can’t really grizzle whether someone else is getting paid more or less than me anyway.
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The bandwidth of the tweeters is in high register, starting at 3500 Hz, so your 1950's 1" speaker in a crap transistor radio definition of the sound seems correct to me, but the volume should be quite high... -
Robin is a top bloke. Proof is in the thread below (last post) Short story, he went out of his way to help out. I've caught up with him at a few shows and had a chat. His work is fantastic, really nicely made guitars and basses. https://www.basschat.co.uk/topic/472237-fender-jazz-bass-1976-natural-ash-70s-vintage-sold/page/2/#findComment-4949210
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One careful owner from new. Mostly served as a backup. Industry standard vocal mic - grab a bargain at half new price! PS In case of doubt I have the sales receipt to prove this is a genuine Shure. -
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I think it’s cool that. I had a Cimar guitar in the early 80s, it was a really nice player. Made by Ibanez?? Not sure, but that’s what I remember, but it was long time ago. Nice bass -
Bought a MTD Kingston Z4 bass from David on Friday. Lovely bass, looking forward to playing this at volume. Pleasure to do business with you sir. Thank you 😀🖖
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And excellent basses, the John Suhr 2 bands preamps is close to perfection, if it's equipped with it, of course.
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How the fan is used, the mechanical design, has in general more impact on the real world noise floor than the fan itself (assuming decent quality fans, and the same air flow + static pressure).
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I think we have too much choice. I really want a one pedal solution, but a cheap one, and a small one. Originally I was going to keep using my Microbass3, and add a multi FX like the 60+/Tonex one/HX one. That extra pedal would supply all the modulation/OD sounds. Id not nee dot run more than one at a time so it would be a nice set up. But then, the 60+ and Tonex One also have the amp sims, so in theory I don’t need the MB3, as they can do it all. Only of course there are always soigné to be something that stops this being a smooth ride. 60+ would be perfect if I real loved the tone. Maybe I'll get used to it. ToneX one is more hassle to use. It seems like id have to keep certain paths in sync as id have to have the amp with one effect, then another path h with amp and a different effect. Any tweaks I do to the amp will need to be propagated across to the other versions. HX one doesn't do amps so it's back to a 2 pedal solution, but it does have my much loved BDDI, and the function to switch between two versions would mean normal and OD sounds are sorted. I could i suppose add a Phaser to that. I know the MB3 doesn't do amps either, but I find the tones it does are great, and having all the knobs available makes it easy to use.
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Notice has ranged from hours to weeks. Most bands send far more songs than necessary. Biggest issue is usually odd arrangements, learn to anticipate on the fly. Expect up to about 30 new songs usually only 2 or 3 will be tricky. Simplification is ok e.g. a song with lots of minor variations, just play the basic line and maybe improvise. Gotchas are strange key choices and weird arrangements. Same pay as the band, no deductions, no expectation to chip in for rehearsal costs. Only dress code has been 'wear plain black', but don't wear something that draws attention from the band.
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For sale is my Studiologic SL73 MIDI Controller keyboard, complete with original power supply, sustain pedal (not shown in photos) and in original packaging. I also have a couple of 3D printed brackets which attach magnetically and can support a light laptop (MacBook 13" for example) and an iPad, which I'm happy to include. I bought this new in November 2024 and it's still in absolutely excellent condition, however I've recently started playing keys in a band and so I've upgraded to the newer version which has an audio interface built in so saves me taking a separate audio interface. Happy to send within the UK via Parcel Force for £10, or can be picked up in Cardiff. I could deliver within 5 miles of the CF14 postcode, and I also drive to Swansea a couple of times a week so I'd be happy to look at delivering in the SA7 postcode or close, or anywhere not too far off the M4 in between. -
Ah well Sterling it is then! I’ve not played a Sabre but always wanted one. It would be pointless me getting anything heavy. I’ll amend the trades. Thanks -
NBD - Shuker JJ Burnel Zenith (50th Anniversary Limited Edition)
Dood replied to hiram.k.hackenbacker's topic in Bass Guitars
Absolutely and utterly beautiful!! Congratulations! You’re a lucky man!! I was smitten when I played one of Jon’s JJ CarbonLite models with the carbon fibre necks. A bass that if I could have, I’d have bought then and there, it was just delicious in every way. That man has golden paws. I’m hoping to one day have a Shuker P, I’ve a bunch of ideas that I’ve had lurking in my noggin for a while, that would also suit the viewers of my reviews too. Brilliant news @hiram.k.hackenbacker, I’m chuffed to bits I was able to help in a small way and your new bass is just what you’d hoped for 😊 I love to see others happy and winning at bass -
mmmm ...If your (sic) going to collect please pay cash in hand
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I tried the tonex one last night, but tried it after my dwarf (with an amp simulator) into an amp. It was a great sound but a bit too much for what I wanted. On its own it would be great. I am still tempted to make a small pedalboard, with a tonex one as the amp, and a va5 as the effects, and maybe a synth box. Only problem is that ultimately that doesn't give me anything that the ME90B does, which I use in practices now.
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Thanks, that’s really kind of you. I’ve already ordered one and looking at what it can do i think I’ll make good use of it even if i dont keep the 60+ I’ve alao ordered a Tonex one to try as well. While the 60+ is more what im looking for, i cant help want to see how the Tonex sounds, and with the controller i think it stands a better chance of doing the job.
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In Central Scotland gigs we even need to watch what colours we wear 😂 Dave
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Lovely Special. I'm sure lighter ones are out there but I had three Classic Sabres and the lightest was 10lb 😐
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Happy to post it for you to try it out.
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The case is legit Fender vintage, but not from 1969. It's a "no tail" logo with an R, and no "Made in USA" underneath the "Fe". That means 1972-1975. Also corresponds with the corner insert for the body. -
The very idea of deposing makes me shiver with fear. I’m not great at meeting new people, and I’m not the greatest bass player around - I can learn songs but it takes me a while, and I’ll simplify if I have to. I certainly can’t read music. I’ll stay in my comfort zone with the equally inept guys in my band 😜
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Very nice scoopdude
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FS: Bossa OG-2 Guitar
Schnozzalee replied to Schnozzalee's topic in Accessories & Other Musically Related Items For Sale
Thank you - I can't find a Bossa bass anywhere in the UK. I have another Bossa guitar that was Brian Monroney's (Tom Jones etc) and it's my #1 💛
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