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Well lookie what landed today! So... this is a Limelight Precision, with a '67 spec in a light-relic LPB finish. I ordered it last year, and had a good chat with the - extremely pleasant - Mark at Limelight to discuss the spec and the level of relic'ing. I wanted the finish to be a little more muted, so it glows a bit more, and he's obliged. It's a nice weight, less than 9lbs, helped by the Gotoh Res-o-Lites, which bumped the cost up a little more. I've just put proper strings on it (it came with fairly light rounds), and it sounds just like I'd hoped. A really nice P... and it cost significantly less than a Fender Roadworn MIM. I'm about to start a solid week of rehearsals, so lots of time to give it a run out. Happy days!4 points
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Doesn't matter what you're making. I'd follow the thread if you were building a sideboard.4 points
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Looking at the subject heading I was expecting a discussion about Jack Klugman! Anyone for a subdural haematoma?4 points
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The dude is 84 and claims to have ten movies, six albums, four Broadway shows and a number of other projects on the horizon! Hardly someone who’s no longer relevant and has it ‘all behind him’. The thing is that he has had a pop at a few sacred cows (Macca, Jackson, Prince et al), which has upset a few people when their heroes are being dissed by someone of his undoubted pedigree.3 points
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I remember being in talks with my folks about the possibility of getting some kind of instrument, and then seeing this ad in some magazine and thinking..wow. I just found it online and it's one of those things that makes you go right back in time. I was 13 or so, going back and forward deciding between guitars and bass as my final request, sure that one of these would be mine. We ended up going to a shop and I got an Encore P-Bass (which was actually great). Here's to joint Christmas and birthday presents.2 points
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Hi guys here for sale we have a set of the hard to come by Entwistle PBX-N and JBX-N pick ups. The “N” standing for Neodymium. These are still installed in my bass but I am wanting a different sound out of my bass so thought I’d change the pickups. these pickups are amazing sounding pickups with plenty of mids and top end. The lows aren’t lacking either! Both pick ups have plenty of cable left on them and haven’t actually been soldered in to my bass as I use screw terminals for ease of swapping. Both in excellent condition with no marks that I can see! No pots included as I’m not removing those from my bass. I should be able to include some mounting screws though SOLD PLEASE LOCK2 points -
Here are my two new working basses. I had kind of given up playing in bands after doing it for around 25 years and had sold all my working basses but then an opportunity came up to join my friends band. They are a very busy, popular club band playing stuff from the 50s and 60s so I was in need of a couple of working basses. I've gone from doing zero gigs to about 60 a year. The first is a Fender Jazz American Vintage 75 Reissue and the second is a Fender Precision FSR 70's Reissue. Both are amazing to play and I love how they look similar.2 points
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Had to add to this thread. After using the new site and got used to it, how did we survive before? The look, feel, facilities, notifications are just brilliant. Also much more responsive, which may be due to the server shift. Well done peeps. Cheers Geoff2 points
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Cracking looking bass. I have one of the newer bolt on Arpeges but I think the old through neck models are truly state of the art and more unique looking. For anyone else looking to get on the Vigier bandwagon there is a rather tasty Excess on sale at Guitar Guitar. Price seems reasonable considering the quality of the bass. I have had an Excess since 2004 and it is still going strong. https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/product/px180127321592006--vigier-excess-1996-dark-red-burst-pre-owned2 points
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I'e now received l the hardware I need - just need to finish shaping and sanding the neck (cutting headstock and getting the tuner holes ready, and "rolling" the fingerboard edges for a played-in feel), then spray the nitrocellulose lacquer. It'l take a few weeks to properly settle, and then I can final sand and buff it.2 points
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Well last night reinforced my opinion of Paul Gray. Him being back has lifted the whole band. He is just plain awesome! Apologies to the "camera at gigs" haters. but I was at the front and kept it at chest height. :-p2 points
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Better to simplify the part and devise something that is musically correct that works in a band context than to play the "right notes but not necessarily in the right order". You can always work on getting closer to the original as time goes by.2 points
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Forgot to post on this thread the link to my blog entry about the lefty Dingwall! It's here: https://goo.gl/YaqoHB2 points
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It's both. You can assign it to one or both and it'll do a load of other stuff too like assigning variable drive levels on amps or distortion pedals etc. Ive had my LT for a few weeks now and barely scratched the surface of what it can do - basically, if you can think of it, it’ll probably be able to do it.2 points
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First gig of 2018. We shlepped down to Birmingham for an 'originals only' night at a folk-club. I wasn't too hopeful. The usual mix of singer-songwriters, us and one other band (who most of the audience seemed to be there for). The promoter then swapped the running order so we had to headline to a crowd who had literally no idea what we sounded like and by the time we went on (very late and with no soundcheck) I was practically asleep. Despite all of this (and some awful level and feedback problems during the first two songs), we totally slayed and the crowd loved it. One of the loudest and most enthusiastic responses we've ever had. Apparently we totally rock. I just wish they could have heard us bring our A game. I'm starting to think that this type of audience - older, folkies - might be worth targeting. I'd assumed the thrash metal aspect of what we do wold be off-putting but apparently if you do it on a cajon and a violin, it's fine!2 points
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He needs to get out more if he thinks Paul McCartney is the worst bass player in the world. Come round mine for starters!2 points
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I have watched a couple struggle to sell on eBay recently at ~£200, which is crazy for such a good bass. I quite fancy adding one to my collection but am a little over-committed at the moment otherwise I would make you an offer on payday. (I have chronic GAS so may yet find a way to justify it!)2 points -
And this speaks a lot about the thread's topic. MB gear may not be seen with the same eyes as some years ago but there's still a lot of market for them. They didn't got worse with time, other things were designed in the meantime and now there's a bit more choice for everybody.2 points
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Just got this yesterday .. obviously still needs a bit of work lol ... tbc1 point
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Here's one for all the old punks out there. JJ Burnel of The Stranglers was the reason i first picked up a bass guitar. My personal all time favourite bass guitar album would have to be Black & White. For me, bass players back in the day did stuff you just don't hear anymore, unless you come round my house that is. :-) To name but a few: Barry Adamson, JJ Burnel, Bruce Foxton, Lee Gorman, Steve Hanley, Peter Hook, David Jay, Segs Jennings, Lemmy, Stuart Morrow, Tracy Pew, Paul Raven, Steve Severin, Algy Ward, Jah Wobble, Youth. Anyone care to add to the list? I reckon the whole "post-punk" era in particular was a great time for bass players. Killing Joke, Birthday Party, Bauhaus, Cure, Joy Division, Sisters Of Mercy, Theatre Of Hate etc. Songs that were obviously written around strong bass riffs, always loud in the mix. Anyone's else's first bass line Love Song, Public Image, Peaches or Warhead? Cheers, Jake M1 point
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A very reluctant sale. This is the new shape California II in VM configuration with the P pickup in the usual orientation. It is one of a pair made for Classic & Cool Guitars last year that I rather bought on impulse and , as nice and versatile as it is, I tend to gig with my VS and TT more so it's a little neglected. Other than the pickup configuration and the block on the fretboard which are extra, it is pretty much the standard high quality German made Sandberg bass: Ash body with Maple neck and board, block inlays - pretty light at under 8 1/2 lbs in weight Fabulous neck with a 38mm nut width and a satin finish, so easy to move around on High quality Sandberg black hardware with lightweight tuners Natural satin finish on the body; also slightly unusual I guess as most of the natural basses seem to be in high gloss Unmarked as far as I can see 2-band EQ with active/passive option. The treble control acts as a tone control in passive mode Comes with the high quality Sandberg gig bag I would prefer to arrange some kind of delivery/collection/meet up if at all possible. I'm pretty flexible and willing to travel a bit if necessary. Courier would be the last resort and will be at cost to you. Attractively priced at £950 Here are some pics. Please let em know if you would like to see any more detail and I'll happily oblige. My feedback:1 point -
Very excited to be able to post my new bands first track. We’re called ‘The Goodbye Look’ so if you like the song, head over and like us on Facebook. Our EP should be out by the end of the month1 point
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Fender got it right and then no one was allowed to copy it.1 point
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Hi Ped, thanks for the heads up, I've edited the title. It's actually a hipshot piezo bridge on the ACG connected the the Graphtech Hexpander board that has a 13 pin output, so technically it'snot a GK pickup, but functionally the same. I use it to drive a GR-55 synth in an live electronica band - Art Fan Delay - that I'm a member of.1 point -
I learned to double thumb a few years ago. I was thrilled. Never used it again.1 point
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I might be biased though...1 point
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It goes back to what Jus Lukin said if you don’t know how the gear works or how to get the best sound out of it you’ll never sound good. If it’s not sounding right after learning how it works then move on. We are spoilt for choice. Plus we grow accustomed to a sound and want to expand our horizon hence pedals, basses, amps always getting punted.. how many folk have sold up gear only to regret it six months later.1 point
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My first fretless was a Yamaha RBX270F which I picked up for £80. I ended up keeping it for several years as it was a really good bass to learn on. Yamaha make pretty solid basses in most of the price categories and quality seems to be very consistent too. Definitely worth a look if you can find one.1 point
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Are you familiar with all the gestures on iOS? Swipe up twice from the bottom and you get your play/pause control right there. Or swipe up once, then drag your music player on screen and you have it in a mini floating window, which you can dismiss by swiping it to the side, and bring it back by swiping in from the edge. Also you can swipe with 4 fingers left or right to quickly switch apps.1 point
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Paying by PayPal gives you as much protection as paying with a credit card. PayPal always favours the buyer in disputes.1 point
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I think you are being more than reasonable, no one wants to hand over that sort of money without checking the goods.1 point
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He's hardly a has been - at nearly 85 he is still as busy and successful as ever. Its hard to believe everything he says, but then again some of his rather outlandish claims seem to check out and it is difficult to argue about musical worth with someone of his pedigree. I think he has a big mouth and just doesn't care what people think! Not always an admirable quality but entertaining nether the less.1 point
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Perhaps so, but I think the track referred to by QJ was recorded and released in 1970. Regarding references made about Richard Pryor , Marlon Brando etc in the interview, there was a great quote from Richard Pryor's ex-wife Jennifer Lee Pryor about the time - "It was the seventies. Drugs were still good, especially Quaaludes. If you did enough cocaine, you'd f*ck a radiator and send it flowers in the morning"1 point
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Sounds and looks absolutely splendid, @discreet1 point
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Well I did use that link on my Facebook page after Pat's passing John1 point
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Just bought a beautiful Warwick $$ from Kev, and it could not have been easier. A cold dark meetup at the motorway services was an absolute pleasure1 point
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In that case, if it's unavoidable, best embrace it as a 'feature', and take reassurance every time one's thumb feels it, by thinking 'Ah, yes, it's still there..! Good..!'. Make a 'positive' of it.1 point
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Boom! NBD thread here.1 point
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I'm not anymore, we used to get on quite well until then, and he is quite a decent guy in lots of ways, but that was the final straw, I just couldn't take anymore of his massive ego so I quit a couple of day's ago.1 point
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I think it's possible his judgement is impaired by illness but I also think it's possible he just doesn't care , he's done it all , nothing to prove and slightly unaware of how stuff circulates in this digital age and I found it quite refreshing hearing someone talking that openly not to mention some of the best anecdotes I've ever heard . I say fairplay Quincy1 point
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It’s worth noting that soapbars simply refers to the casing, not what is inside. Generally speaking, you can find any pickup config in soapbar format, single cool, dual coul, humbucker etc etc. So actually, your setup is much more versatile with what you can test than anything else. I wager that there’s plenty of mid-priced or 2nd hand eBay alternatives to the big names too. You might even find that some pickup companies might fit whatever format you want in the cases you already have. Si1 point
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Not really though. Congratulations, you found a bass that feels and looks great to you! Now you can get to testing what your ideal electronic situation is. Try basses with the different pick-ups and preamps and select the ones that suit you. What you once paid for the bass is irrelevant, what you want and can spend to build what you want counts, I think. If you sell the thing and get something else you don't know if you'll have a bass you can work with. Good luck deciding what to do!1 point
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Would have thought so. You can buy 'Universal' patch lead kits which contains left hand and right hand patch cables.1 point
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Pm'd Chris earlier this week as a heavy footed drummer had managed to kick both my aerials and they were only attached by the wire, turns out Smoothound isn't far from me, so this morning I got my receiver repaired, some tweaks to my transmitter, a decent cup of coffee, and a very nice chat to boot. It turns out mine is one of the early ones...I feel quite proud of that, and I'm still happy to sing the praises of these guys, great quality gear and top notch customer service too!1 point
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Good call. Mike is a friend of mine and a phenomenal player... fairly sure there's nothing he can't play! (I put this down to him having one of those bendy thumbs that Jaco had. And maybe something to do with a zillion hours of practice, or whatever).1 point
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Are you in a band? If not join one now. IME you learn more and at at a faster rate playing with other musicians than you ever can no matter how motivated you are sitting on your own at home.1 point
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I'm not so sure about that , when I record myself , I always feel like I underperform, I just don't get with the click it doesn't feel natural . When I am stood standing beside my drummer who is doing his stuff I just seem to gel a million times better . The recording of gigs we've done are not great sound wise , but where I can be heard we are quite tight , and we have had positive feedback on that basis . Note fuckups are occasionally still there, but I forgive myself those if I am listening for a tempo I am struggling , if I feel the tempo I am grooving1 point
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@D’AddarioUK D’Addario offer a string tension guide that allows you to select the correct gauge of string when tuning down to maintain the tension you enjoy. Check it out here: http://stringtensionpro.com/1 point
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I really like seeing "novice" players at the show. I think it's actually pretty annoying to see and hear fast showy players all day. I don't wanna hear a gazillion notes on a fancy bass all day. I want to hear how a bass sounds if you play bass on it.1 point
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Bas purchased my Vanderkley cabinet and his great communications and enthusiasm made the entire process a pleasure. He has great knowledge about bass and I really enjoyed our email exchanges.1 point
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