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Last night was the second of five dep gigs that I'm doing with a Rolling Stones Covers band this month. The first one had gone well - just a couple of little stumbles where they play things a bit differently to how I'm used to, but on the whole very good. Last night was really brilliant. Great venue in Brum. Very small stage, but plenty of room for the punters to dance. All ages, really nice atmosphere. Very helpful sound guy. But near disaster struck as I was loading in. Managed to trap my finger in the door of my boot! First finger right hand - my main plucking finger so to speak!!! 😮 So quickly got a glass of ice from behind the bar and stuck finger in that for a long time. Skin broken just under the nail, but luckily pad of finger OK although very tender. So I soldiered on and didn't even notice the pain during the first half (despite Paint it Black and Sympathy for the Devil!) but afterwards it was really throbbing. So spent the break with my finger in a glass of ice again and it was OK for the second half. It went so well - people smiling, dancing cheering. Some bloke wanted his picture taken with me during the break. He kept going on about what a great guitarist I was, and I suspect that he thought the guitar solos were coming from me, haha! I didn't disabuse him of the fact 😄Also, most of the members of the other two band I was in had come along as well and they all really enjoyed it. And I'm getting paid - which all helps to eke out the pension. Feel like a proper musician at last. Very happy bunny this morning, despite throbbing finger 😎☝️6 points
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Only four years ago so not so interesting a story - my still most loved GMR 5, in easy arm's reach right now. I went into Promenade Music in Morecambe knowing only that I wanted to play bass and wanted a 5. Gary spent two hours helping me choose, and wouldn't let me buy until he was sure I would be happy with it - which I am more than. Still grateful to him! My grandson - just turned 5 - is obsessed with guitars, and most loves my Aerodyne. I kind of hope he'll think of it as his first bass (he was not quite 4 when this pic was taken). Anyone else would have to prise it out of my dead hands, but if he does grow into a bass player it will be his 🙂4 points
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A few recent additions to my board has inspired me to give a bit more thought on better ordering my chain and I've reset my board as follows: 2 inputs (AB-Y) [allows easy switch e.g. between electric bass and EUB] -> Compressor [Cali 76CB] -> Octaver [Valeton OC-10] -> Synths [Matryoshka & MB SS] -> Gated Fuzz & Drive [Mastotron & SA Aftershock] -> Filter [SA Manta] -> Modulation, EQ & HPF [Zoom MS-60B] -> output / amp Somehow managed to get them all onto my Metro 24, which was a relief!3 points
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Last update for a while, here's the twins upright on stands just to get a better look at how they look. They are now hanging in an old wardrobe until they have hardened enough to be safe to handle without risk of marking the lacquer, somewhere between a week and eight weeks, I really don't know until they get there.3 points
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The MTV Unplugged version of this song/intro is amazing on the album, (which is available) as is the bass playing.But its not available on YT. This is very cool though.2 points
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STICK! My Mk 1 Custom Series Wal is going nowhere!2 points
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If I have any trouble remembering my first bass I only need to pop upstairs and get it out of its case! 1981 Aria SB700. Lovely bass!2 points
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I'm not that experienced or knowledgeable so perhaps shouldn't be sticking my head over the parapet. But strikes me you must be playing Wembley if you need those size cabs and amp power. I play a Markbass 500w head into a 1x12 cab 8 ohm (so giving me only 350w) and playing quite large pub gigs I've never had the gain over midday on the dial. Also, how young are you and your back? You'll find it a lot easier to carry a couple of light but quality small cabs than a 410/12 or 1x15 dinosaur.2 points
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My 63 P-bass. Originally belonged to a great friend and bandmate who tragically lost his life in road accident. I acquired the bass from his widow, who had unfortunately stored it in her loft, causing all the paint to peel off the body, and the frets turn green. I had it restored by Paulman in Huddersfield some 30 years ago, and it remains my Number One to this day.2 points
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And in the meantime, the first length of kerfing strip goes on. This is the strip that the top and back will glue onto. It is set a mm or so higher than the sides because the top and back will be dished - the kerfing will be sanded down in the radius dish so that is ends as a close fit to the dished top and back before gluing - I'll explain that better when I have some photos to illustrate it!2 points
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There are various ways of thicknessing an acoustic top. In the end, I used a similar method to one or two classical guitar builders I've seen in various places. Sounds surprising, but it uses a block plane! First cross grain, then diagonal and then with the grain: I did sharpen the blade before I started, and these are SUPER thin shavings, but this is the best surface I've ever managed with a block plane! This is straight off the plane: When I was about 3.6mm, I moved onto the scrapers. This is now down to 3.3mm and I will move to a large sanding block to drop it down to about 2.9mm. I say about, because I am using the tap tone approach (great video on one of Robert O'Brian's 'Luthier Tips du Jour' videos, although he uses a thicknesser sander) rather than aiming for a specific thickness. I will not, however, drop below 2.7mm tap tone or not!2 points
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Utter pish - I play what I want because I enjoy it and don't feel sad in the slightest. I've enjoyed playing a lot of good music over the past 31 years - other people's music. So to reiterate; utter pish2 points
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Have you got an Arno Carbur2 (?) burnishing tool? They are in a class of their own for sharpening cabinet scrapers2 points
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Patronising nonsense. I guess you're not a fan of Oscar Wilde, then, who rightly said: "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness". +1^^ Very well put. Couldn't agree more!2 points
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Well my main gigging bass is a 2015 US Precision, and I`ve found that that series are the best ones for me, so I have four of them, as such it`s unlikely I would trade in for anything different as simple-tastes me has already found the ideal.2 points
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So would I. But that's mainly because I don't like jazz basses.2 points
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To give it a more “classic” look I have decided to create a Fortress Flashback type pickguard in 3 ply black. I’ve always liked the Flashback pickguard look. See pic for an example. Also need to install new side dots (nothing special, but some of the old one have sunk a little), so another small task to add. The benefit of going fuller size pickguard is also that I can go with more exact pickup placement and can place control knobs wherever I choose if it improves esthetics. I will be creating a pickguard template in cardboard, then transferring onto 12mm MDF and I will use the MDF template as the template for the pickguard AND as the pickup route template, it just makes sense. So next installment, template time...2 points
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We did both at that age. At the time being in a band was the only way I could get sh@##ed. Blue2 points
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My first bass was a Westone 1A Thunder ⚡ , bought from a friend in Newcastle in December 1993. It became "The Tiger Bass" shortly after. This was my main gigging & recording bass 'til I stopped gigging in the mid-2000's. It also featured on the band's album cover. I love this bass, I have never played a bass that is so comfortable (I did learn to play on it tho). Westones are not boutique or desirable, but this bass is the reason I still play.2 points
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This is going in the same direction as "what direction should I place my bass knobs" thread. There is a reason why you have never thought about it before. Because it is totally irrelevant.2 points
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Selling or trading my original 1964 Fender Precision Bass. Nicely worn. Professional refret. Everything else original including case which is worn as well. Ready to gig. It is an early 64 PB with the clay dots. Checked everything like nail holes, pickup wires, matching patterns under the serial plate and in the neck pocket etc etc. Previous owner has damaged the logo and scratched the patent numbers. Remaining part is still there and original. Nice strong output. Truss rod screw still flush with the neck end. Everything works as expected. SOLD1 point -
For sale is my Ken Smith BSR 5 EG Elite ( 2011 ) Cocobolo-Top Mahagony/ Walnut Body ( not 100% sure about the mahagony ) Weight is about 4,9 kg. ( Very ) Good condition with a few scratches, but no serious dings or dongs. The electronic and truss-rod work without problems. The neck is straight. Sounds wonderful. And the new BSR are much more comfortable to play without neck diving in contrast to the old BT`s. With original hardcase and papers. I prefer local pickup, but shipping is possible, too. Feel free to ask me questions. I know that I have no reputation here on basschat and I am not very active here in this forum ( I am more active in bassic.ch ) but we can find a secure solution, if you are interested in this bass.1 point -
Now £950! 1988 vintage Warwick Streamer bass in a stunning gloss white finish. Overall in really good condition, bit of finish wear on fret edges but only minor cosmetic stuff. Full disclosure, the bass at some point in its life suffered the somewhat legendary neck crack at the truss rod anchor point. This one was minor, fully glued and repaired and stronger than ever, mostly hidden by refinish but can still be seen. Neck straight as an arrow and truss is sound and adjustable, entirely cosmetic now. Bass is a beaut, fine example of a vintage Streamer, huge sound, lightweight and perfect balance. Year is approx based on spec, like many gloss finished Wicks from the era, this had no serial number originally. It could be a late 87 or early 89, so in the middle 88 is a good shout. This has all the desirable features, with the original EMG pickups, wenge/maple neck and flamed maple body (not that the flame is visible!). Frets have plenty of life, MEC 2 band replaced with another at some point by previous owner, who also shot - blasted the originall tarnished gold hardware to give it a really cool satin chrome with a hint of gold look. May benefit a little from a setup but that's being picky! Weight approx 8 1/2 LB. Recorded with the bass earlier this year, can be heard on the track Secrets: https://cenfora.bandcamp.com/track/secrets Comes with Warwick gig bag. Exceptional bass, priced accordingly to its condition, in reality worth a helluva lot more 😁1 point -
I’m really it gigging much at all at the moment so it’s time to rationalise. I’ve got my Fender FSR 70’s P Bass up for sale and his too. I’ll keep whichever doesn’t sell first. For sale is a nearly new (2 month old) Fender Flea Jazz with all the case candy, original tort pickguard and an additional off -white pickguard that it currently sports. It’s plays beautifully and I had it set up by the venerable Eltham who works out of Mickleburghs Music in Bristol. Thia is a bit pinker than other ones I’ve seen and the ageing is pretty good if that’s your thing (I personally love it). It sounds fantastic and currently wears a brand new set of Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickels. I’m looking for £725. I’m not looking for trades thanks.1 point -
I'm a Markbass fan and would recommend you find a LM2 or a pre 2012 LM3 or SA450. These are class AB power amps which have a certain fullness to their tone that the later class D don't.1 point
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I have no frame of reference unfortunately, but I used to own this one (a little earlier in time than the black one on here) and it was a perfectly decent bass. The tone you describe is certainly there but didn't suit either of the bands I play in.1 point
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I went to Gruhn's place, proper shop or what?!! Always had a thing for 60's Gibson cherry stuff, have had GAS for a 335 for longer than I care to remember. Some of the reissues have come close, but nothing quite captures that colour of an original. Nice story too Josie.1 point
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That EB-2 is WOW!1 point
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My view - context is everything. For example, Pink Floyd’s ‘In the Flesh’ has some pretty offensive lines - which I’m pretty certain would have be as offensive in the late 70’s as they are now. However, if you understand the song and it’s album, you surely wouldn’t take offence? A bit like Oliver’s Army as discussed earlier.1 point
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Stunning!1 point
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Hello I'm selling my Ibanez Soundgear SR 600 (4 string) Bass due to needing funds for other things. It was bought on Basschat (unfortunately, I can't remember who as I've not been on the site for a while and all my threads etc. have gone), I believe it's a 2012 model and it comes with a padded bag. It's a great bass, plays really well, sounds great and has the best two piece swamp-ash body I've seen on any SR (I was planning to buy a new one, but I saw this)! The neck, truss rod, hardwear and electronics are in perfect working order, there is some very minimal fretwear, but nothing a fret dress (or even a decent polish) couldn't sort. The back of the neck is like glass and a dream when gigging. The body and neck are in great condition, although the body has a few dings on the lower horn and some wear around the input jack socket. The back has very little wear at all, but in all cases I have tried to show these in the photos. The condition overall is very good, having being looked after, but does have some cosmetic wear, as you'd expect (I've tried to show this in the photos). There are two additional strap button holes (it has schaller strap buttons fitted), which are my preference, but these could easliy be 'lost', especially with this natural finish, with filler or superglue and sanding dust from same or similar timber. It has all the features you'd expect from the SR series: (taken from Ibanez website. N.B. this bass has the TWO-position mid frequency switch) Neck type: SR4 5pc Jatoba/Walnut Jatoba fretboard w/Abalone oval inlay Ash body Medium frets Accu-cast B300 bridge (19mm string spacing) Neck pickupBartolini® MK-1 neck pickup (Passive)bridge pickupBartolini® MK-1 bridge pickup (Passive)equalizerIbanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/Mid frequency switch (two-position) Black matte hardware Scale length: 864mm/34" 38mm at nut 21.5mm at 12 fret 62mm at 24 fret 305mm radius Please note that the stand is not included, but the padded bag is. You are welcome to come over and try it out. Collection is preferred (I'm in Sheffield), carriage would be arranged by and at the buyer's expense. Many thanks for looking. Freddy1 point -
Looking lovely!1 point
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Thanks for the comment.1 point
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That was his custom shop bass... that Yamaha gave him before his appearance with the Smashing pumpkins... I'm hoping this will be his signature bass1 point
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Got a tort scratchpad made by the bass doc for my black Lakland 5502....looks great, I think it depends on the quality of the tort!!1 point
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Read 2 posts earlier. I would go the PA path for all the band and keep your actual combo used at stage volume and if you don't hear what you are all playing, don't play louder, do the opposite. Always start with the drummer playing first, then add your bass to create a clear and audible mix, then the guitar(s), the keyboard(s) and the vocal(s) and never try to compete, but to complement the frequencies of all instruments. Doing this way, you'll be amazed how low you'll be playing and easily heard. It's all about compromise and ego.1 point
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Played an outdoor pig roast party yesterday. The humidity, which had been 90% all week finally moderated. A beautiful Maine summer day. For smaller restaurant/bar gigs I run through my Mesa subway, but for larger clubs and outdoors I use my new Mesa D-800 head through a 1-15, 2-10 cabs. Plenty of power. We played two sets broken up and there were other musicians there so it was like a jam night where different musicians got up to back each other up, some having played together before, some not. Very high quality musicianship going on. I finally got a chance to hear my rig out front as I let the other two bass players in attendance run through my rig. The PA was very high power and clear as a bell. The Mesa held it's own and the bass was punchy and articulate. The instruments/vocals were balanced nicely out front. I played mostly bass, but played some guitar and got to play drums also. Someone would get up to play and musicians would come forward to fill the empty slots. I got paid, so altogether a fun satisfying gig/jam/party. The only disappointment was the food. In the summer heat and with flys in abundance landing on the uncovered food, I passed up partaking. Most were less squemish than I, because even hours lator, folks were still eating.1 point
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I think the pickup is in the Ray position, the L1000 has a humbucker in the P position and the Kiloton and L1500 have it in the Stingray. Given the pickup type, placement and series/parallel switching.I'd imagine the Kiloton could get you within spitting distance of a Stingray sound, particularly in a mix.1 point
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Jack's Instruments in Manchester also a good place for pickguards.1 point
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This is far too tempting, and local too. Splendid looking bass this.1 point
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Ew! You weren't playing with GG Allin, were you?1 point
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Forgot a picture 1. 1 of 2 Farida Fretless prototypes but with a swapped fretted neck, Duncan classic stacks, ash, Maple - does everything well. Messed about with this, has a Pickguard and the kids put stickers on the back whenever they fancy. 2. MIM Geddy - not finished with this yet, very impressed after a week. Some bits arriving. 3. That Jazz thing (64 CS) mad figured neck as wide as a 64 Jazz, as deep as a 75 P.... 4. 2 of 2 Farida Fretless - a pipe dream when I worked for their UK distributor. Wanted to beat the Squier VM Fretless for a little more money - the spec left it at £799. Got canned. I have the only 2 made.1 point
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A cursory examination of the lyrics and of such background as is available indicates that the song Oliver's Army is a meditation upon the enlistment of young, unemployed men into the British Army. The 'Only takes one itchy trigger, one more widow, one less white n*****' line refers to such collateral damage as was sustained by Irish Catholics during the Troubles. The title plays upon the dark reputation of Oliver Cromwell and his frankly savage acts against the Irish people during his conquest of Ireland. The song was - apparently - written upon Mr Costello's return from a trip in 1978 to NI when it became apparent to him that the British soldiers serving in Ulster were both very young and from a background of poverty. It works on a lot of levels.1 point
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Dimitri does some fantastic stuff.For me his mix on MJ/ Rod Temperton's classic is one of his best. The string section is just...1 point
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My two year old says “bass song” and then does her “bass dance” very odd1 point
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I`ve had the LMT and the LMIII - the tube in the LMT doesn`t seem to do anything until you turn it off, at which point you get a much flatter, less lively dynamic sound. Grit/drive it isn`t, it`s more like a shimmer around the sound. I must admit though, if I were looking at Markbass amps now I`d be checking the Little Marcus which imo has much better frequencies for bass than their other amps.1 point
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I have had up to five basses in the past of various makes and models but now I have just three.... ...and I am very, very pleased with them and GAS free 😎1 point
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Neither do I, no neither do I, neither.1 point -
Sounds like regular analog octave glitching then, so you’d experience the same through an amp. Most octavers are a bit dodgy below the 7th fret on the G string, that’s the kind of thing you get used to working around and simply play higher up on the neck on the lower strings to compensate! I can get pretty stable tracking on most notes all the way down to low C on the B string, it’s usually just the open notes and the G string I try to avoid!1 point
