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  2. 80Hz
    I'm far from an expert but some of the setup tools I've acquired that have made my life a lot easier: - Notched straight edge. There's a lot of debate about whether one really needs a notched straight edge versus a regular one, but I've found it to be a confidence booster when measuring neck relief versus a normal straight edge. I bought the bass scale 30-38" version from GMC Luthier Tools and have been quite happy with it (https://www.guitarbuilding.solutions/product-page/luthier-tools-dual-notched-straight-edge-guitar) - Accurate rulers in metric and imperial (I still measure string height in 64ths out of habit) - currently enjoying my Shinwa rulers. I'm sure as a woodworker you already have that covered. - Good triangle fret rocker (also from GMC Luthier Tools) - Fret end dressing file. I bought an Uo-Chikyu file from Thomann: https://www.thomann.co.uk/jgp_japanese_guitar_parts_fret_end_dressing_file.htm It looks to be very similar to the StewMac dressing file, but admittedly I don't have one to compare directly. Works great. Next on my shopping list is: - Straight leveling beam - Crowning file I've learned a lot from watching YouTubers who do setups, in particular Dave's World of Fun Stuff and Milehouse Studios (the latter is crude and sweary, may offend depending on your disposition!)
  3. RJB280
    Yep, 50 years of honest toil 😂👍
  4. petecarlton
    No worries. Thanks for clarifying. I'm struggling with this one - Felixstowe is probably too far, certainly looking at the calendar between now and Easter. I'll keep a watching brief in the meantime. If it goes, my bad, but GLWTS anyway!
  5. BassTool
    Yup, +1 for pitch pipes in the 70's and the head of my bass held against a window pane for resonance/volume along with the guitarist 🤭
  6. alex_1_2_3
    It’s definitely the lightest stingray 5 that I’ve ever played!
  7. HeadlessBassist started following Feedback for Dub_Junkie
  8. HeadlessBassist
    Travelled to Uttoxeter today to meet up with Keir in order to trade basses in a situation akin to a movie prisoner exchange [minus the misty bridge set]. Lovely guy - turns out we met previously and traded gear a long time ago in a previous lifetime! A very nice experience overall and would thoroughly recommend. Keir is a gentleman and a scholar!
  9. Clarky
    Rather not say, lol. It was hundreds though 🙃
  10. tauzero
    When I were a lad, I found those impossible to tune to. I could probably manage it now.
  11. mep
    Its only fair the guitars take a back seat to the basses.
  12. tauzero
    I don't understand the logic. If you bought it for the sound, why do you want to change the sound by replacing the pickups?
  13. Gizmo
    Thru neck 6 String Harley Benton BZ 6000 Deluxe + G4M Hard/Soft Case Strap/New Strings So i bought back this bass the other day (after selling it about 5 years ago) but now i remember why i sold it...35" scale is not for me ! One small chip on the headstock (see pics) but no other damage/ding/dents, i'll get some better daylight pics taken/uploaded (once it stops raining ..if it ever does) Action is Low enough but If you want real Rizla action then the saddles blocks will have to be modded (a common problem with HB thru neck basses i've found) Mark on the neck is just a burl/stain and is under the clear coat, purely cosmetic. Self made ramp is just double tapped in place and will pop off if ramps aren't your thing (why not! ) Case is a G4M hard/soft case & heavier gauge inc are a sealed set of 5 string Warwick reds 0.45-1.35 (current strings are about week or so old and are 0.25 to 1.20) Strap is a SUPER WIDE leather (embossed P logo no idea is came with another bass) If you don't want the case/string/strap and just want the bass i could do it for £250 Willing to ship in the case boxed/wrapped so if you have a trusted service let me know (so many services have let one person down but not another...) I haven't sold here in a fair few years but if you want my ebay account details/feedback just ping me. i think that does it? On to the Official Spec from HB. Features: Body: Ash/Nato/Ash Top and back: Sycamore 5-Piece neck-through-body: maple/nato/maple/nato/maple Fretboard: Ebonol 24 Frets Length: 890 mm (Extra long scale) Nut width: 54 mm Graphite nut Pickup: G&B humbucker With active 3-band EQ 18 V Controls: Volume, balance, bass, midrange and treble Black DLX hardware Bushing bridge DLX diecast machine heads Colour: Natural high gloss
  14. Paul C
    Jam Rattler and DOD FX 91 Bass OD for sale Rattler is a great RAT clone for Bass with a really useful blend dial to keep the bottom end in. Load of online demos on YouTube. I've got the original box and packaging with this one. There's not a scratch on it. FX 91 is the first Bass fx I ever bought from good old AI music in Manchester on Oxford Road. Rattler is £145 posted royal mail (recorded). DOD FX 91 is 55 posted (recorded) Both have large velcro strip on the back but easily removed. No trades thanks. For collection in south Manchester knock a fiver off each price.
  15. Jay2U started following Storing a neck that is not attached to the bass
  16. Jay2U
    I'd store it just like manufacturers do; no tension, trussrod relaxed, not too dry.
  17. Eric_Wombat
    Ok, settee adjacent!
  18. itu
    I have been taught by several teachers. I would suggest a young student that is at the end of her/his studies. Knows a lot, is eager to spread all the information, and isn't just playing dimished chords up and down the neck. For you @Useless Eustace, I would suggest you to sit down and write on a paper the stuff you are interested in. With that you would have the chance to tell the teacher about your ambitions as well as give a good vision of your wishes.
  19. bassbiscuits
    Cool basses these - I have two of the active versions. Well balanced, light and with a lovely neck. GLWTS
  20. Useless Eustace
    Scott’s lessons?
  21. Mykesbass started following Tuning up — back in the day
  22. Mykesbass
    Guitar - pitch pipes!
  23. Kev started following Restored Ric 4000
  24. Kev

    Restored Ric 4000

    Kev replied to Clarky's topic in Bass Guitars

    Gorgeous! Million dollar question, what was the difference between your sale price and the price you paid to get it back?
  25. Mrbigstuff
    In person lessons are great with a good teacher that inspires you. Otherwise they’re a waste of money and you won’t see much improvement. I wish I had Scott’s bass lessons when I was younger, the breadth of classes is quite astonishing.
  26. TheLowDown
    I wouldn't think so because you're still learning the same instrument and the same techniques. If anything it will probably make you more flexible in being able to adjust.
  27. Misdee
    My point is that, never mind ten years from now, it's already not worth twenty grand to a sensible person of any generation. It probably never was. Who is so emotionally invested in the summer of 1981 that that are willing to fork out that much money for what wasn't even Horace Panter's main bass? Does anyone actually believe that this refinished P Bass was in fact Excalibur in the war against Thatcher? Is anyone that daft?
  28. Lozz196
    Well as I learned on a short scale bass, though didn’t know it at the time, I can’t see any problems in doing so.
  29. itu
    I have used - tuning forks (A, C) - records - other instruments - various electronic (quartz) tuners from a watch to bigger units (KORG Master tuner for double bass, Peterson SAMS at home) My all time favourite is an inexpensive Ibanez MU40 (tuner metronome). A small, gold coloured package. I have one in a mono single, and another in a mono dual case. My basses stay well in tune. I don't need (or even like) pedal metronomes.
  30. Slug Ice started following Quilter V803 bass amp - as new £525 and Jam Rattler and Dod Bass OD for sale
  31. Useless Eustace
    Is it a bad idea to practice on a short scale bass? I bought a little guitar & bass years ago when the kids were little. The bass is a Stagg, probably Chinese. I always thought it was a toy. Since reading this forum I now know it’s a short scale bass. It’s 30”. It’s actually quite nice to play. I’m planning to get a cheap bass that’s a bit bashed that I can leave round the house, but for now I’m practicing on the little stagg.
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