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The neck is starting to look more like it now!! I cut it roughly to size then trimmed on the router table. This is a little more difficult to do than a Fender type neck due to the angled headstock. Just takes a little more thinking about. This one is even more fiddly as it has a finger rest built into the fretboard, just needs a little patience and a bit of swapping of router bits to complete. A smidge of sanding later and it fits really nicely into the neck pocket: The headstock has also been drilled to accept the Gotoh tuners. This was done using a Forstner bit to get a really neat cut and finish - the head was clamped to an offcut of wood to ensure there was no tear-out when the bit cut through to the other side. And the fifth hole? Just decoration as I have done on my previous basses. Next task will be to fit the Luminlay side dots whilst the fretboard is still square after which I'll start the neck carve and radiusing the fretboard. Cheers8 points
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Tres amusing, i must say I reckon he really doesnt want this bass7 points
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I thought I only had 10 basses, it turns out I have 12. How did that happen?7 points
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Body Shape 'n Split Coil... anything else is P Bass+7 points
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Sold elsewhere Fender Precision Bass 1963 Pre CBS Refinished in Lake Placid Blue 30 plus years ago. Pots are dated '66 but the rest is original, wiring is now cloth and period correct. I have loads of pics so feel free to contact me and I can send you anything you like. This bass is an absolute monster, it plays so well and man it just sings! This is from my personal stash and if I was still playing in bands it would not be sold but I am not and won't be for the foreseeable. This is the real deal. Weight 3.55kg Comes with a new ish Fender hard case and the original covers too, in fact it has spare ones! Viewings and test drives are welcome up here in Northumberland. This will only be available in the UK and will be handed over personally anywhere in the UK.6 points -
Absolutely loving this DeArmond Starfire short scale, fitted with tapes, it's a total funk machine. Lovely low action, and a surprising range of tones depending on where you place your fingers. It sounds amazing with a palm muted pick. I'm trying felt picks to protect the tapes, but it has more attack with a regular pick and sounds big through this TCBG250. I've never been much of an effects guy, but on a whim I bought a Zoom B1on, and man, there's some very useable presets in there.....6 points
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Thanks guys. This .!!!!6 points
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Very true. However we're finding that we get lots of compliments from the more discerning members of the audience about the sound and the balance of the band; that has to do with us having a soundperson our front, and also getting the right mix so that the instruments don't fight each other in the same sonic space. Those punters who have no idea about good sound or balance - i.e. the majority - and only drunkenly yell for Johnny B Goode (in our case), don't realise that they are enjoying the gig so much because the sound is perfectly mixed, balanced, EQ'd to the room and exactly the right volume for the room and number of people in it. That's totally fine by us.5 points
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Up for sale is my 30 3/4″ scale Guild Starfire II in Black. Includes both a hardcase (one latch missing but still closes securely) and a well padded gigbag. Very good condition, just a few small scratches that show on the gloss black in the right light. Fitted with Duesenberg straplocks that just screw on over the strap. Currently strung with Thomastik flatwounds. Handover in person preferred but postage is possible and I am up and down the country every now and then! Open to reasonable offers!4 points -
Dare I say frets?4 points
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I agree... end of! Will it stop me buying/trying other basses and equipment... NO because I came to the conclusion some time back that what I want/need/desire is in no way connected with what is needed/wanted in a live band/music setting. I've been around the doors long enough that I've met myself coming back into fashion and I've even bought back instruments/equipment that I sold years ago (now the proud owner of my original Thunderfunk AND Tech Blackcat amps) but it's for my own personal gratification. A classic example of why it matters not one iota is that I recently went down the route of IEMs so that I could see how little gear I needed to gig. I threw myself in the deep end; bought £50 IEM, borrowed a transmitter, ditched backline and rocked up to my band gig with an Aria Sinsinado bass which I've never gigged EVER and sounds nothing like any of my other basses. I went through FOH band PA and at the end of the gig, the drummer hadn't noticed and the punters didn't give a sh*t and did the dickish things that punters do when tanked up. Did I enjoy it... No. So back to sourcing my fave backline and playing whatever bass colour goes with my shirt!4 points
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Gaffa tape is like the Force. It has a light side and a dark side and binds the universe together.4 points
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She's been completed and uploaded to the Fodera newborns!! I'm still processing a lot of the details but its safe to say I'm absolutely stunned. https://fodera.smugmug.com/Newborn-Gallery-Vol-VI/Newborn-2165/4 points
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Just realised I've never actually posted a pic of my three. Let's remedy that.4 points
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These basses are excellent p bass types with high spec parts including hipshot tuners wilkinson bridge and feel and sound great. They are going for just shy of a grand new so grab a bargain! This is in mint condition and doesn’t have a case so I would prefer collection. You can call me on 07933697589. Thanks3 points -
thank you those who expressed an interest in the Valenti. Now withdrawn! Made by Nino Valenti, NYC, USA. This bass is #146, as per the title and headstock facing, and the weight is 8.5lbs. Body is swamp ash with trans white finish, bound maple neck with pearloid blocks, Aguilar pickups and Sadowsky preamp with VTC vintage tone control. Hardware is Hipshot bridge and tuners, Superb player. Owned by me the last eighteen months and while I do love this Valenti, I currently have five jazz basses! Tentative feeler looking for a possible trade, first choice would be something by MusicMan eg Cutlass, Caprice, Sterling or StingRay. A Warwick Streamer Stage 1 would float my boat too. Maybe an extra special G&L (sparkle finish/flame top etc) Other basses considered too but please don’t be offended if they’re not something I’m into. Nothing with a 1.75” nut width I prefer rosewood or ebony boards to maple though not a deal breaker. Lastly I’m going to leave the ad up for a bit to see what’s out there. Thanks for looking! Keir3 points -
AS-new condition. 3 band EQ, rosewood neck, sunburst finish. Almost un played. Shame to let it go but my hands are no longer really upto the job with Raynauds Syndrome. Collection from Oldham near Manchester. Cash is king. I'd rather not courier but if this is the one for you I'll get a quote for insured courier3 points -
Just been chatting to the owner of these two 1964 Precisions, he's gigging them in a few minutes. Holding them was a near-religious experience.3 points
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And glued with ebony-dust-mixed-in-epoxy and sanded: Tomorrow I will be cutting the semi-circle at the overhang and then I think I've run out of excuses not to fit the board onto the neck3 points
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It's 2022. I'm genre fluid. 😺3 points
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Was £900 now £850! Pair of 5 string PJ Basses. White is fretted and the sunburst is fretless. PJ aguilar pickups. Body and necks came from vintage modified Basses. Thick lacquer removed and oiled. Both play great. Stacked volumes and tone. I love these Basses but I'm not playing enough these days to warrant keeping them. I've gig bags for both but no boxes. Will look at shipping with potential buyer. Would prefer to sell as a pair if possible. The fretless has some small damage to the finish around the J pickup. When I toured these they were flight cased at all times. Any questions please ask. sorry for the dust in the photos3 points -
Not sure we could even agree on what makes a bass a bass.3 points
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I only have one, but it exists in 17 different dimensions simultaneously, so to the untrained eye it superficially appears to be 17 different basses. I did try explaining this to Mrs Shaggy.......🤔3 points
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Beethoven's fame was built on his public performances. He also conducted his own works.3 points
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Don’t mention the war, I did once but I think I got away with it!3 points
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So true. And also the quality of the soundman which can make the worst bass sound passable and the best bass like a bag of spanners3 points
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A higher action limits the amount of mwah, as does a technique that avoids too many slides and vibrato.3 points
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I am selling this beautiful instrument due to my upcoming home studio refurbishment. The instrument is in perfect condition and has never left the house. Not a single scratch, the original case is in perfect condition too. Currently mounting Labella deep talking - E to high C 2600 GBP OR BEST OFFER - will trade for studio gear - I can ship at an additional price Comes with original Hardshell Case (also in mint condition) Specs: weight 3.6kg (5kg with hard shell case) neck type GWB3pc Maple neck top/back/body Swamp Ash body fretboard Ebony fingerboardOff-set white dot inlay fret Fretless bridge Std. bridge string space 16.5mm bridge pickup Bartolini® GWB bridge pickupPassive equaliser Bartolini® NTBT 2-band EQ w/Eq bypass switch (push/pull) factory tuning 1C, 2G, 3D, 4A, 5E strings LaBella Deep Talking hardware color Black Neck Dimensions: Scale : 864mm/34" a : Width 45mm at NUT b : Width 67mm at 24F c : Thickness 19mm at 1F d : Thickness 21mm at 12F Radius : 305mmR2 points -
Quite old guitar but in good condition. Very rare basses and well renowned for a good tone. This one feels great and sounds pretty good, particularly the neck pickup.2 points -
Traded2 points -
For sale this Legendary Ampeg SVT 2 PRO i think is from 2003 from serial number 🤷🏽♂️ Price : 1050£/1350€ The harmonically rich sound and legendary performance of the Ampeg SVT are redefined in the SVT2PRO. This powerful all-tube bass amplifier delivers 300 watts RMS of unsurpassed quality, reliability and tonal flexibility, and features a vast array of contemporary enhancements. Although other companies have tried to capture the classic all-tube sound of ’60s and ’70s Ampeg bass heads, no one can touch the SVT. The SVT-2PRO is all about tone. Sure, you’ve got control over the bottom and top end of your sound, but the SVT2PRO takes it a step further. The Frequency control allows you to select the center frequency for the Midrange control, giving you a choice of five distinct “voices” for the midrange. The center frequencies are 220Hz, 450Hz, 800Hz, 1.6kHz and 3kHz. And if that’s not enough, you can use the 9-Band Graphic EQ to custom tailor your sound even more. Or use the EQ to set up a footswitchable “second channel” for your show-stopping bass solo. The SVT-2PRO—unlimited tone, right there at your fingertips. Designed for the player who wants SVT tone and performance (with a few modern enhancements) in a convenient rackmount design, the SVT-2PRO has a huge and diverse group of artist endorsements. With Chris Squire (Yes), Jason Newsted (Supernova), George Porter Jr. (The Meters), and far too many others to list here on board, the SVT-2PRO is a clear favorite. In the world of high performance bass amps, the Ampeg SVT stands head and shoulders above the rest.2 points -
I Will Always Love You Dolly / Whitney2 points
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Let’s go test the BB4242 points
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Absolutely - except I'd say that anything else is no longer a Precision. It might be as good as a Precision, or even (however unlikely this might be) better than a Precision, but take away the simplicity of the standard Precision and it becomes something else.2 points
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That, together with musicians posting videos on YouTube and the like. There is a guitar player nearby who has built up a decent YouTube following and sells lessons online. Makes a decent living from the comfort of his own livingroom. He has no desire to gig.2 points
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I spent the first 25 years owning 1 bass, a Fender Precision, and buying another never occurred to me. For the last 25 years I've owned 2 basses. I have 3 amps and 5 cabs, but I really don't have a yearning to buy anymore basses. As long as I'm in more bands than I own basses I think I have the correct ratio.2 points
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How can you compare AC/DC to a film about a St Bernard dog !2 points
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I have had just 1 Bass from 1975 to present 1000's of Gig's2 points
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GENIUS!2 points
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Don't think they'll be there long at that price, Andertons have sold out again.2 points
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changed again replaced the walrus ages with a moose electronics Cosmic Trigger and trying put the Kma Great Disruptor in place of my Boss PW-22 points
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Probably the single most important suggestion on Basschat. Ever. Good things come to those who wait.2 points
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Have a read of this it might help, it’s more aimed at guitars but the basses are the same regards build quality https://gearaficionado.com/blog/fender-avri-vs-custom-shop/2 points
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To 99.9% of people every bass sounds the same. If you like it, that’s all good but none of it matters. I showed my dad my 66 candy apple red jazz bass with the matching headstock and he said “that looks knackered, my mate can re spray it”2 points
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There's a lot of unplugged cabs, amps, etc. Is there any link between this seemingly common problem and the average age of the Basschat member? 😁2 points
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That reminds me, I pushed the windscreen out of a Mini with a hardcase once. It was a proper Mini, the screen was held in with a rubber trim, which had a beading running through it to secure it firmly. I'd put a new screen in but couldn't get the beading in (there's a special tool) so just left it out, the screen felt secure enough. I used to have a quick release passenger seat that allowed me to put my big Peavey 15" amp on the floor where the seat would be with a matching cab on the back seat. My bass, in a hardcase, would lay on top of the amp and cab. Being young and over enthusiastic about everything, I was whizzing through the country lanes, rounded a corner, met a car and had to brake sharpish. The hardcase shot forwards and pushed the screen out, and they both then slid down the bonnet and onto the road. I casually got out and put the case and cracked screen on top of the amp/cab and continued to the gig. The other driver was having a right laugh at me. The cheeky bleeder! 😄2 points
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Wildlife at The Moonstone, Liverpool about 1975.2 points
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There aren't enough purple basses!2 points
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What I think is hilarious is that for ten years no-one has said "these humbuckers sound like single coils". Makes you wonder how much pickup snobbery is just bullshittery....2 points
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