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Beautiful example of late 80’s Doug Wilkes Fretless, set up by himself about 5 years ago. Brazilian mahogany body, Canadian rock maple neck, Indian rosewood board, Schaller hardware. One humbucker and one neck set piezo pickups. Sounds and plays like a dream, fantastic value for money.7 points -
At last the joke becomes reality: Defendant: “He attacked me with his guitar” Judge: “Hmm, first time offender?” Defendant: “ Yes sir, a Precision I believe”6 points
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I reckon if @BigRedX was burgling a house and saw a Precision (even just on a stand) he'd put everything back and leave 😂6 points
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NOW £950 cash price (collected or meet within 100 miles of Darlington) £950 couriered IF buyer organises & pays for courier £1100 trade value. 2016, with Sandberg gig bag, OR cheapo, flimsier than the Fender version (but good condition) tweed style hard case. The colour is similar to the Mark 11 Steve Harris Precision Weight 8lb 6oz. Hand aged by Sandberg's staff. This spec on a Mark 11 would be over £1700. Plek'd, zero fret, 40mm nut, so between P & J specs, vol (active/passive, push/pull), pan, treble (which also acts as a tone control in passive mode), bass. 6 bolt Canadian Rock Maple neck, rosewood board, light Ash body. I bought some sticky marker dots for the fretboard, but didn't need them. They are included in the sale. I gig share in a band so I'm not going to be out much when we finally return. 3 very expensive basses is a luxury I don't need at the moment, hence the sale. Will meet within 100 mile radius of Darlington, social distancing to be observed. NO BOX to courier in, sorry. Lovely bass, reluctant sale so please don't think anybody will hammer me down, happy to keep it for a while yet. Feedback linked at end of advert, keep safe & thanks for looking.5 points -
Just stumbled upon some Suzi Quatro 'The Bass Line' Lockdown Videos She's posted about 34 so far, If its your bag fill yer boots !!5 points
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Please look at the official statements from CITES or NAMM. By 2019 CITES decided to confirm an exception to CITES II for Musical Instruments. CITES II was effective since 2017 and contained restrictions on a lot of Dalbergia and other wood species like all Rosewood, Cocobolo, Bubinga etc. The restrictions keep to be effective now but because in Musical Instruments the part of these woods are quite small CITES accepted an exception. Brazilian Rosewood is listed since 98 in CITES appendix I and has been banned for all officially undeclared exports. And this appendix I is NOT changed by the exception rules of 2019 ! By the way - Export from Brazil is forbidden since 1968 ! So unfortunately it is still risky to ship Brazilian Rosewood across EU borders. In between EU across all countries (and until end of 2020 for brexitted countries) there is no risk as it is an unregulated trade zone. I am not sure whether flight passengers from UK to Germany have to pass the customs since Brexit. I don‘t think so. From Jan 1st 2021 this will happen. Do not underestimate the knowledge of customs guys ! In Germany they are well trained people !5 points -
<<<< SOLD >>>> Xotic Jazz Bass 4 string, Trans Blond, in fantastic condition. Built in Japan in July 2010 and factory fitted with Lindy Fralin single coil pickups with wooden covers. Vol, Vol pots with just/pull on vol1 for active passive and push/pull on vol2 for series switch. 3 band Xotic IQ High and mid frequencies dip switched are on rear panel on this model - gives a cleaner look than on the front! 21 fret maple fingerboard Comes with two pick guards , the original white one and the black sparkle one i had made and is currently fitted. I'm really struggling to find a mark on it, testament to the quality of the finish and how well its been liked after. Frets, truss rod are all as they should be. Weight is 9.5 lbs (4.3Kg) I personally loved the bass in passive mode when i was running it with Dunlop flats and combined with the Franklin pups sounded lush. I tended to then just switch to active when i wanted the extra boost. I just recently strung it with DR Hi-Beams and in active ode will do a great modern jazz thing. Price is £1125 I'm in Pinner HA5 and you're welcome to collect(from my doorstep!) or i can ship across EU in a hardcase.4 points -
My carefully thought out rationalisation plan rolls forward. In no way am I selling a bunch of stuff I bought last year just to buy a whole pile of new shiny stuff this year. 😬 I have become the proud owner of an Ashdown RM500. And its blooming lovely. Bought from @Chris1127 of this parish, the idea is to pair it with the Ashdown 12" cab I bought last month. Giving me a modular system suitable for rehearsals, smaller gigs and with the flexibility to handle bigger stuff too. Essentially a 2x12 with a 500w head. First impressions. Does it replace my ABM? Kind of. It's similar but different The drive control is way dirtier than it's counterpart on the ABM, the tone controls slightly less flexible. But it has a shape button which Trace Elliot lovers will warm to and some others won't like at all, needless to say I love it. A variable compressor which feels pretty aggressive, a good thing to my ears, reminds me of the TC Electronic spectracomp toneprint I put on my BG250. Main volume is a nice tactile dial; let's you feel each increment as you turn it. It's a comfortable one hand lift, rather than an easy one, the handle on the top is well sited for balance. Oh and it's loud. Really loud. I've not had the needle close to the red and kept the master at the first click! What else? The cab and combo are not a perfect match as the feet are on the side which puts the horn at the bottom on one, top on the other. A bit of an ocd challenge, but the speakers not quite lining up may be for some physics or other so I'll live with it.4 points
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Yet another use for a Precision. These basses are more than a one-trick pony.4 points
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The last couple of days have been about the final knockings - final shaping and refinishing of the neck, set-up and strap buttons I had built a couple of tweaks to help the balance but the main one - fitting Axesrus' wonderful lightweight aluminium tuners - was dashed because of (presumably Covid-related) non-availability. Instead, I have fitted some really, really nice open gear Hipshots - but, honestly, they are quite a bit heavier than the Axesrus ones. But when Matt tried it out. I watched how he played and we discussed that yes - he does want to get to that 24th fret..and with his thumb wrapped round and so the back button wanted to be in the 'traditional' place if at all possible. But what I do (with all of my builds) is first fit the back button, then pop a slippy strap on it, over my shoulder and, holding the strap in various positions while supporting the guitar, gauge where the balance was going to be. And it looked like we could get there. So on went the back button (and nowhere near the 'goldilocks' zone of 12th -13th fret I always recommend!): ...and then popped a slippy strap on and hands off... So, whatever position Matt likes to play, it should be absolutely fine Final bit of polishing up tomorrow and it's ready to go to Matt. So one last glance before it goes into the gig bag: Yup - that'll do Thank you all again for your kind words and encouragement along the way - always immensely appreciated4 points
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Up for sale the original Gary Willis GWB-1 fretless bass by Ibanez. The thickest low B imaginable. The previous owner has done some great mods: the fingerboard has been refinished with cyanoacrylate the signature from the headstock has been removed tuners replaced with Hipshot Ultralights The bass has overall very little wear. Included is : the bass, the original hard case, original tuners. This indeed is a PRO instrument and a keeper. The reason I'm setting it is I switch btw. my fretted and frettless quite often. With the fretted having a 19mm string spacing I never really got used to the narrow string spacing. It makes my fingers stumble and simply does not feel natural. I'm also open for trades: fretless, 19 mm, bring it on3 points -
And sold folks!3 points
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I’m learning to live 24 hours a day with the GF. Believe me, its harder than any of the songs mentioned here 😂😂3 points
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Now we know we're cool3 points
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Ooh, scuse me, you might want to open the window. Had a jalfreizi last night and I just cut a nasty Lionel.3 points
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Seeing as I must have had it for 10 years it's probably time I shared a pic of my Mk1 California. Recently swapped in Black Label pups in place of the Delanos. It's a weighty beast, but sexy nonetheless 😉3 points
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I cannot think of a personality type less suited to our beloved instrument.3 points
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So, if I've read this right, you don't want to play a 5 string bass but you're buying one because you can't get the 4 string version! If you don't mind me saying, planning to only use the top 4 strings on a 5 string bass is a weird idea. If you buy a 5 string bass you should be intending to play all the notes on all strings. You're not buying this bass for the right reason. I predict you'll be selling it inside 6 months.3 points
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Totally agree about the string spacing. When getting started, you can easily treat the Low B as an extended thumb-rest, which actually makes the bass very easy to play as a 4-string. Once you start using the B-string 'properly', don't get carried away with playing really low notes ... think instead about playing across the neck rather than zooming up and down it. If you're playing in E, for example, make your foundation E the 5th fret on the B-string rather than the open E string. You may be surprised how much more versatile you become.3 points
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Also very active in fundraising for military veterans - started his own organisation for them - by all accounts a very nice chap. But then, he would be, wouldn’t he? Bass player, innit?3 points
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Check this out. Slap bass on an upside down bass, by Stan Sargeant.3 points
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Apparently not always3 points
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Fodera Victor Wooten Monarch Deluxe 4 year 2012 excellent condition2 points -
Up for sale is my yamaha trb4, lovely bass in great condition....at 8.3 lbs, light weight, with a lively resonant tone 3 piece maple neck (centre section quarter sawn) and a lovely dark rosewood fingerboard...high quality, well made bass in original condition, plays beautifully!....happy to consider trade of equal value or more, maybe a nice 5 string2 points -
The LORD tells us that Idle hands are the devil's workshop... and thus did it come to pass that I unexpectedly stumbled across this unholy beast. Almost immediately, voluminous clouds of sulphurous GAS appeared. Eww! Save me, Jebus! But I've been yearning for one of these - on and off - for many years, particularly in Polar White. After an epic struggle with my inner thoughts and feelings the planets all lined up and lo, it fell into my hot 'n' heavy heathen's hands. It has accumulated a fair number of dings, dents and scuffs over its 37 years and the Hipshot tuners are clearly not original - but the rest of it is, including the monstrous 3-band EQ-B Tone System, Sure-Grip Controls, P5S and J5S pickups, Accu-cast Bridge, 5-piece maple and walnut laminate through-neck (with steel tone bars), ebony board, ash wings and original green velvet-lined leather case. Serial number dates it to May, 1983. Build quality is superlative. Finish is a heavenly cream pearl under a light amber lacquer with highlights of gold and green. Very lush. It looks like butter, but plays more like silk. A stunning range of big, bold, very usable sounds on tap. Incredibly responsive, hugely playable and punchier than Punchy McPunch, winner of last year's 'Mr Punchy' competition. It's alive! Once I get more acquainted with it, I'll record and post an audio clip. But for now, I'm pretty stoked. Praise be!2 points
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FOR SALE/FOR TRADE MLP Princess SC 6 strings, made by the Hungary Luthier Molnár László. It's an excellent condition bass. MLP bass are famous for their exemplary finishes and craftsmanship, and for the sound who can make you think of the Fodera Singlecut sound. This bass give you a modern, warm, and crispy sound. Neck is incredible... Specifications : Body : European Walnut Neck : 5 pieces laminates of quartersawn maple and mahogany Fingerboard : Kingwood (Very similar tonally to Brazilian Rosewood. Though it is CITES regulated, this material is allowed within the European Union and is a great alternative to Brazilian RW) Inlays : White side dots Headstock Veener : European Walnut Headstock : 3 + 3 Shape, with engraved MLP Logo Frets : 24 Siver/Nickel in absolutely mint condition Pickups : EMG 45J on Neck and EMG 45TW (with split) on Bridge Preamp : EMG 3 bands EQ Preamp with passive tone (Dip Switchs on the electronic cavity) Controls : Volume Neck/Volume Bridge with Split/Tone/Stacked Bass and Treble/Stacked Medium and Mids frequencies selection Tuners : Wilkinson "GB707" like Bridge : MLP Bridge, a sort of fusion of Ken Smith and Fodera bridges Strings spacing at bridge : Adjustable from 17mm to 19mm. Actually very close to 19mm Nut : Ebony Strings spacing at nut : 9mm Knobs : EMG knobs Scale : 34" Hardware color : Black Trussrod : TWO bi-directional trussrods that work perfectly Land of Craftsmanship : Handmade in Hungary Weight : A little bit less 4.5kg Action : From 2.25mm under the B string to 1.75mm under the C string at 12th fret. You can go lower if you want Finish : Satin Finish For sale with hardcase. This wonderful bass plays like a dream. Perfect modern sound, i don't keep it just because i already have a Leduc Maurad 6, so it's a little useless for me... You can see all pics and listen it here : https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rfRIHdIpHzJiZzyPGLNZ2nsvjPZdxH3x Videos on Youtube : MLP Website : http://mlpguitars.com/ Don't hesitate if you have some questions or if you want more pics or sounds. For trades propositions, i am very open. All is welcome, Leduc, Modulus, P bass, Jazz Bass, Fretted or Fretless, 4, 5, or 6 strings... Just try me. Shipping OK, of course. Now the Pics :2 points -
1964 Fender Precision in Sunburst All original, no modifications, no swap outs and no refrets. I purchased this from Andy Baxter Basses - I still have the original invoice in the case if you want to check it out for provenance etc. Neck date is showing October 1964 - this was likely assembled and finished late 1964. Showing an L-Series Serial Number. Brazilian Rosewood board, clay dots, reverse tuners. I'd say the pickup is a mid-range output for a bass of this date. Currently strung with Chromes. Action is low - just under 1.8mm top end to just over 2mm lower end. As with any bass of this vintage, it's the pictures that count.. I can take more if you want to see anything specifically. Comes with original case, and original bridge/pickup covers with screws. No Trades. No overseas shipments at all. As I'm out and about with work all over the place anyway (despite the current situation!) I will most likely hand deliver myself given the cost - but we can discuss. £55002 points
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The Korean ones are decent imho2 points
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Day 53 - My Yard2 points
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@Ricky 4000 is to shy to do this for himself, and also in a state of some confusion caused by fainting goats and neatly folded towels. But he's invited me to share a picture of his Vig on this thread. I have no idea why.2 points
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I've put a picture of HW4005 here before but I've since picked up a '77 Aria, so here they are together. The Aria came with original case which is in good nick really and totally useable. I've made my own treble pickup bezel including thumbrest so I don't lose any finger tips on surround. I used it about three times and then we went into lockdown and it's stuck inside a business premises that I can't access so I haven't seen it for ages now, I really want to play it.2 points
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How exciting. I know where this is going.2 points
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No it doesn't - get back to work!2 points
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I kinda love my SVT VR 😁 It’s epically loud, sounds great and EQ is fine for what I need it for. I am looking forward to my CTM300 still though2 points
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I'm struggling to get my head around that! Its hard enough to master the right way up!2 points
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Carolina pine or shortleaf. It's not really fair to describe it as "softwood" it's harder than alder and about 1/3rd heavier. It's a great timber. I made a slab body from longleaf. I'd say the reason folks don't use it is everybody thinks eastern white pine or the Scots pine we have here. Weight is another thing, plenty pine varieties are heavy. This fella is over 12.6lbs.2 points
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Wow Chris, nicely done - really enjoyed that. If I could ask a question please.. what kind of bass is that and how do you tune it?? And is that one of the latest Roland electronic kits the drummer is using? Sounds great. Here's my latest offering, I really love when Michael Brecker's solo kicks in here on this tune A Game of Inches by Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band. Not gonna lie, took me ages to learn this!!2 points
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Stay with your senses, I can't afford it yet. Leave your senses the moment I say the word.2 points
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It’s a common issue with darker boards. I resolved it by getting large LumInlay dots put in.2 points
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Leonard Cohen is guaranteed to get me out of any room. What a dirge.....2 points
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Obviously!2 points
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Deffo a Fender, as the Police use them! 🙂2 points
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As for all of us right now, home recordings are the only option....so here we go:2 points
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Except perhaps a low F#? @Dood knows what I'm talking about!2 points
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Couple of Fakers. On the left is Mr Konig's retired Renegade. Simple as get out, just vol/tone and a series/parallel MM. On the right is Sunday's purchase. Bolt on Hondo II 🙂2 points
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Now onto my second board, an uber simple Pedaltrain Nano build to complement the HX Stomp Nano + build I did a while ago (quoted above). This is similar to that, just no HX Stomp involved lol. I've got a Korg Pitchblack Mini on that now, using the full fat Pitch Black on the nano. I thought it'd be easier having everything on one board, quicker set up and less prone to damage. The tuner and instrument selector both battery powered so no need for any power leads. The later is passive, just has a battery to power the LEDs that are actually useful. It uses a batter box with switch underneath (I had to modify it, replaced the straight lead for a right angled on and changed the center + to center - in the process). It is a bit ironic having a pedal board with no effects, but I don't always need them I suppose! They are all mounted using 10 mm 3M Dual Lock pads, by previous build used 15 mm 3M pads that I think are more appropriate. The 10 mm pads still work, you just need more of them lol. Pics below:2 points
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I had one made by Jack’s Instruments based here in UK. Great service.2 points
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