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I found a couple of photos recently which I thought I’d share, I don’t know if they might be of interest to any of you. It’s my dad, Martyn Gibson, who played bass in the early sixties, before marriage and fatherhood took over. Dad played in a band in Stafford from 1963 to 1965, initially they were called The Countdowns, later The Sneakers, and they played originals and covers, a bit of RnB (Ray Charles etc). They played all around the Midlands. They supported Johnny Kidd and The Pirates, and often played with a band from Leicester who went one to become some of Showaddywaddy. My dad’s first bass was (possibly) a Hagstrom PB-24-G; from my research they were also branded Kent and Selmer but he can’t remember and the headstock isn’t visible in order to identify it properly, but as The Beatles became popular he splashed out on a Hofner 500/1. The shop in Stafford (H.E.Parkes & Sons of St Marys Gate, Stafford) ordered it direct from Hofner in Germany with a hard case for forty pounds (or guineas, he can’t remember). How I wish he’d kept it! He had a Vox amp (didn’t everyone then?) but he can’t remember exactly which model.14 points
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He always struck me as a colossal bell end.5 points
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Local music shops where I live are more like this. Me: Hi. Him: Arr. What be ‘ee looking forr? We ‘as a nice range of galoubets, serpents and lutes. Or a dulcimer if ‘ee want summat new-fangled? Me: Errm, actually I’m more interested in bass guitars..? Him: Guitars? Arr right, well we’ve got a very nice baroque guitar over ‘ere… Me: No no, a bass guitar. Him: {confused} Well it don’t come with no base, but… Me: No, a bass. An electric b… Him: {recoils in horror} Elastictrickery?? Why, 'tiz the work of beelzebub! Are you in league with the dark one? {yells out to the back of the shop} Perpetua! Assemble the townsfolk and loight the bonfire! We ‘as one of satan’s imps in ‘ere! {exit Rich, pursued by pitchfork-waving mob of very closely related locals}5 points
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OK guys (and gals) - that's the hall booked for Sunday 7th April 2019!! We'll make sure there's a group photo or two - and Mrs Scrumpy is already thinking about next year's menu (I've told her she needs to get out more) Look forward to seeing/hearing the lighter self-build cab.4 points
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He Always Struck Me As A Colossal Bell End - The second of today's entries on my list of potential autobiography titles.3 points
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You'd think - given this particular forum's pathological obsession with weight - that this'd be quite popular. No pleasing some people.3 points
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Probably speakers in the audience facing back at the band so you can hear yourselves. Or something equally as daft.3 points
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@Hellzero @dannyboy @Jimothey you don't need to do this if you use the copper tape with conductive adhesive. I just use a multimeter to check there is connectivity between each piece and the jack socket, and then switch to the resistance setting to check that resistance is low.3 points
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You can always join the pieces with solder3 points
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I came across this on Talkbass (im spending too much time there lately) Its a free program for Windows/Mac that allows us to go deep in to pedals like the 60B and edit the tones in real time. Looks pretty cool. I should say ive not yet tried it myself, but will do at the weekend. http://tonelib.net/ Original TB thread here https://www.talkbass.com/threads/free-editor-for-zoom-pedals-b1on-b1xon-ms-60b.1334064/2 points
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For sale, my lovely Fender japan bitsa jazz bass, De loaded body is Fender japan in a stunning refin by Dave Wilson, upgraded Fender threaded saddle bridge, neck is an AllParts jazz neck with walnut laminated headstock and Wilkinson tuners. The body is in very good condition, the back of the neck was sanded to prevend a sticky feel. Weight is 4.2 kg. Hardcase included.2 points -
Well that’s quite lucky that I can solder (Also I can Arc/Spot, TIG, MIG and braze weld) and have a decent soldering iron so it shouldn’t really be a problem2 points
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Did he mention that he’s rich? I can’t remember whether he’s rich or not.2 points
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Ok so @Jimothey might be interested to see this. Capri Orange, or BS557 Light Orange, which is close enough for me 🍊 It looks a bit dull in the photo, but it’s more vibrant in the flesh. I’m pleased with it, it’s very close to the colour I visualised so I’m happy. I’ll just have to be patient now while it settles for a while...2 points
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I think Gene forgot a R in his pick....2 points
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It IS all in the fingers. Except when I'm playing with a pick. Then it's all in the pick.2 points
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sorry, I like it. Not enough to buy it, but I like it. Whip it, whip it good.....2 points
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Apparently mines been delivered. Being the loose cannon I am, I’m going to dive straight in and live test it at a wedding this evening. Ill let you know how it performs with an upright tomorrow.2 points
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The wet and dry paper arrived yesterday so I had a bit of time this morning to flat the headstock and apply the decal (I love working from home!) I’d never used Rothko and Frost before but the decal I ordered from them is excellent, quick delivery too, I’m impressed! I didn’t want to put a Fender logo on this build; I don’t have a problem with people using Fender logos on their builds but I wanted to name this one something different whilst maintaining the Fender aesthetic with a 70s style font. As my little boy Bruno has been interested in this build, and wants to help me with the assembly (I’ve kept the nasty nitro paint well away from him!) we decided to call it the Bruno Bass No.1 (same as my username too). We also signed the back of the headstock together for posterity too. So, I’ll give the decal 24 hours or so to fully set and then I’ll start the layers of clear coat over the top.2 points
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The pickup in my Retrovibe Evo is pretty good, and passive too, I believe he sells them as an aftermarket part.2 points
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A bit unfair though, chucking teak into the equation when everyone knows the question is rosewood or maple.2 points
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Unfortunately Alan Spenner didn't. He was one of the best bassists I saw on a stage, in the early days of Kokomo.2 points
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Three coats on, it’s only a small piece of scrap to see how it looks and I am impressed. What has surprised me the most is even me almost throwing it on it’s produced an incredibly even colour. I though it may need a lot of care to get a good coverage but I have just put a bit of ink on a cloth and wiped it over as per Andy’s instruction. The difference compared to the ‘proper’ wood dye could not be more striking. And being so cheap I will try some other colours on my next build (that word next again....). More bits have arrived in the post as well so now only waiting on the screws for the pick guard and I will have everything.2 points
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New Price £1300 !!!! THIS WEEK ONLY !!!! Also for sale this Bassline Buster CW fretless. This is the best sounding fretless I've ever played. The pickup and pre amp combo is a thing of beauty as is this bass. Unfortunately like my other 6er it has to go. Specs Are Body : Birdseye maple top and back with wenge middle Neck : 5 piece maple Fingerboard : (24 " lined frets") ebony Headstock : 3 + 3 shape with flamed maple veneer Pickups : Nordstrand DC6 with unique series / split / parallel switch (works for both pickups at the same time ) and custom covers Preamp : Mike Pope Flexcore (Fodera) 4 bands (18 Volts) Controls : volume (active / passive switch), blend, tone (working in both modes), three positions switch (series / split / parallel), stacked bass + treble and stacked low mid + high mid Tuners : Bassline (3 + 3) Bridge : ETS original String spacing at bridge : 17,5 mm Nut : graphite String spacing at nut : 9 mm Scale : standard 34" Hardware colour : black Colour : high gloss natural Weight : 4, Looking for £1600 £1500 £1400 ono for this Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr Untitled by Elijah Jacques, on Flickr1 point -
The Aftershock is no joke! It can do almost anything you can think of, drive wise. Sometimes I wonder why I sold mine but then I realise it was because I preferred the simplicity of my OFD. Then I wonder why I sold my OFD...1 point
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Possibly ..surf green vm 5 ..1 point -
This. I got into making effects out of necessity, and now make them for fun; I genuinely enjoy making pedals that I’m not necessarily going to use. They’re mostly on veroboard so I can tinker with the circuitry and learn about what’s happening at any given point on the board.1 point
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The Sandberg, you say...?1 point
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Double Bass made by Award winning luthier Mathias Heinicke (1873 – 1956) was born Bohemia, then part of the German speaking Austrian Empire and now the Czech Republic. He learned his craft in nearby Markneukirchen, Saxony (Germany) and was a highly skilled craftsman. This swellback double bass was made by Heinicke in 1923 in Wildstein (now Skalná) and is in excellent condition. The sound can be described as round and full bodied with a singing upper register. Classic Violin shape Double Bass with Tyrolean style tuning machines, made of Spruce (Top) and Maple (back and sides) Note the interesting characteristics on the back of the scroll. Includes case and straps. String length: 105,8 cm Lenght of back: 112,5 cm. String stop: D (G string) It is currently valued for £12,000 but I accept lower offers. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to know any further information or to arrange a time to try it. Best wishes, Aaron1 point -
Cheers nik...I know ..I may regret this but I've to many kicking around and one needs to go to make room for another ..I may Change my mind and put the sandberg on instead ...1 point
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Guitar tech, were shall commence with thy seasonal turneth of thy truss rod. Acting careful asth to not strippeth thy rod.1 point
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Mine is seafoam green also and it's a really nice colour in the flesh. Sadly still no word on my neck which they have had for over two weeks now. I emailed for an update yesterday but have had no reply yet. Very tempted to send the body back and ask for a full refund. If i was a custom builder and had messed up someone's order I would be bending over backwards to rectify it quickly and keeping the customer in the loop at every stage.1 point
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What great pics and memories for you1 point
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Hi Greenking, yes I read but took a very speculative punt as I don't really have the money but I too have a bass not being used currently. I will have to pull my finger out & get it up for sale! GLWTS!1 point -
Yes and yes.1 point
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I would put decent money on the Roland Cube 30 running rings round one of these at £75 used... I don't understand the need for the wireless bells and whistles, which can in no way justify that price. Can't comment on PJB stuff other than the Bighead and the PJB headphones, which are both outstanding!1 point
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I believe you need to make sure it has conductive adhesive if using it for shielding a bass though. If the glue is insulating neighbouring strips of foil from eachother then the shielding won't be as effective.1 point
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I guess it depends on the the type of band and the show. However, when I'm gigging I'm not up there on stage in a bubble or in my own world, like too many drummers. I'm keenly aware of what's going with vocals, guitars and drums all night. As a matter of fact it's probably the reason for some of my mistakes. For example if someone is taking an unusually good guitar solo, I can get caught up in it and get lost in the progression supporting the solo. Do I have a point? Blue1 point
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It's true that the grain is a photo, basswood doesn't really lend itself to sunburst finishes. I know a couple of German fellas who stripped their PB-50s. I'll ask them how easy it was. Have to say I wasn't too keen on the results on one of them.1 point
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Er... well yes, but to be honest I was going to suggest buying your leads and cables from obbm...1 point
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Now that my other build is well underway and waiting for some black hardware I thought I’d try and push this one on...... I’m going to fill the old pickup cavity and make the new template so I can rout out the two new MM pickup cavities then get the body finished while I’m waiting for the pickups to arrive.....1 point
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Here it is paired with a 102HF Limited Edition. Seriously good tones, and very loud for a single 2x10!1 point
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Couldn’t get as much done as I hoped today..... Finished the neck pocket and started the belly carve but that’s about it!! I’m not sure whether to do the headstock black or sand it back to maple?? Im not back in work till Friday so I’ll get some more done then.......1 point
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I like fretless basses This is the Jack Bruce Tribute I made for our band's bassist, Pete. I get to play it occasionally when he lets me : I liked the sound and feel of Pete's so much, I built one for myself - my own design but using similar timbers and dimensions. Even though this one has Seymour Duncans, it has a similar vibe to it: When I built Pete's tribute, he gave me his old goose-turd green Yamaha RBX270F to do whatever I liked with. I decided to give it the 'myrtle veneer treatment': Nice players, those Yamahas1 point
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Just like my Status Electro II 6 Jonas Hellborg model from November 2001 in pristine condition : The low B here is very well defined with the Thomastik JR (nickel roundwound) fitted for the moment. I'll put some Fodera stainless steel roundwounds later (medium scale as it's a 82 cm scale, Jonas Hellborg being Swedish, the scale is in metric measure which gives 32 9/32 inches scale in imperial measure).1 point
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This might help. http://www.stringtensionpro.com I used it when I need to re tune a bass to DGCF for a particular project, by using the string suggested, the bass felt and sounded just the same as it did with standard strings tuned 2 steps higher. Just lower in pitch, of course! The band didn't work out, I think I still have the strings, must put on the for sale section sometime.1 point
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Welcome Mozzer. I've always wanted to meet a trombonist. I'd have got one myself if I didn't think I might over extend myself.1 point
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Alan White was playing but too frail to do the whole set. I would gently suggest giving them a listen before dismissing the new line up. Steve Howe was not an original member, nor was Alan White, and it has always been the band policy to evolve. Chris Squire urged Billy Sherwood to take over his role and to keep Yes going.1 point
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[quote name='cd_david' post='1151133' date='Mar 6 2011, 08:10 AM']Just incase you have an old bike chain lying around the roller element of a segment makes the prefect washer, they fit over truss rods and are nice and wide.[/quote] Nice one! Looks like my son will be doing his paper round on foot next time the truss rod needs sorting1 point
