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  1. Black and maple 2003 Fender US Precision Bass with original case. This instrument was my main bass for some time but a tendon issue means I’ve switched to a slimmer necked Musicman. The Precision weighs around 4.1kgs and is in great condition. The nut was replaced some years ago by Jack’s instruments repairs in Manchester. It’s the version with graphite rods and the S1 switch but this was bypassed and a normal pot replaced the switch - I’ll include the original so that it can be restored to stock. The original case booklets are included. The case has a few stickers on it but is sound. The bass is wonderful I have nearly sold it a couple of times but changed my mind but it hasn’t been played since I got my Musicman and I have an older P bass that has the sentimental attachment. There are scuffs and dings and one touched up spot near the strap button - as pictured. Neck is lovely with two minor dings and the trussrod turns and works as it ought to. There is a little lacquer chip and a hairline crack at the fingerboard end where the trussrod access is - this has been checked and it is cosmetic only. I may regret selling this one as it’s been the best modern era Precision I have owned. No trades, pickup preferred. I can post but at cost to buyer. A lovely USA Precision for under £800!
    10 points
  2. 7 points
  3. The heart of my pedal board. Top row bass and delay bottom row guitar,
    6 points
  4. Haven’t seen much of this cab since I finished it. My lad has gone full tilt in to bass playing and has cobbled together this rig for Royal-Blood- type sounds. Pretty effective!
    6 points
  5. Dropped price to £1,000 as I've got my eye on another Aerodyne, if that goes the price will be going back up. Dingwall D-Roc 4, bought new in January from Bassdirect. Only selling as I don't get on with the fanned frets/longer scale length. No marks on it at all, so it is essentially like new. The gigbag is a solid affair that is provided by Dingwall when bought new. I'm willing to listen to sensible cash offers. Pictures were taken quickly on my lunch, if you have any questions or want more pictures feel free to drop me a message. I can deliver within reason for diesel money.
    5 points
  6. I might have accidentally just bought it
    5 points
  7. The Spector Euro X is now available for pre-order @ Bass Direct. This model was a custom order instigated by our very own @cetera and is a Limited Edition (18 pieces). At least 50% of the 18 are already spoken for, so if you're interested, you know who to ring. Here is the spec: •Body: Maple - Refined X shape •Top: Genuine Figured Maple •Neck: Maple •Nut: 1.5” - Ian Hill shape neck •Fingerboard: Rosewood •Headstock - Black •Inlays - MOP Spector Crown •Frets: 24 •Scale Length: 34” •Radius: 16” •Hardware Colour: Gold •Bridge: Spector Locking Die-Cast •Active Tone Controls: Spector TonePump •Controls: Bridge Volume, Balance , Treble Boost, Bass Boost •Pickups: EMG P.J •Easy access battery compartment Finishes: Ultra Violet - £2499 Tobaccoburst - £2499 Gloss Black - £2350 Gloss White - £2350 Available Summer 2023
    5 points
  8. So my best mate from school was returning from Atanta, GA to the UK and it would have been rude not to get him to reunite onstage with me for the first time since 1990. We'd recently gotten the drummer to do the same and although I couldn't get 4 schedules to match, he joined my duo for our first live performance in 32yrs. He's long stopped playing but plays a bit of ukulele so I sent him some videos and chord patterns. When we arrived at the venue, the PA guy hadn't shown up and the barman was particularly useless. However, I went on a charm offensive and he agreed we could do the songs unplugged. Nick the singer had a VERY powerful voice and I used his mandocello. History was made, albeit a history that won't matter too much to anyone not in the below picture. Hopefully my friend will be back next year and we'll aim to get the whole band back out of retirement. (if anyone is curious, the legs behind me belong to the promoter who insisted on busking along with us).
    5 points
  9. NBD CIJ PB70 99 reissue - a beaut and super light. Love CIJ basses such quality builds, had a PB62 reissue and loved it but sold to fund custom build. I been after a natural PB70 but hardly see them, I just love a natural bass. I had the MIM FSR PB70 from think 2018 and the neck was superb but didn’t like the pups - should’ve changed them as regretted selling it. This might give my custom build a run for its money, got gig next week might take it out. Free set from Bass Bros too - recommend them
    4 points
  10. An amazing bass, all stock, set up beautifully and plays and sounds like a dream. I just prefer the large neck of the RW P Basses. Not looking to trade for anything else. Comes in original gig bag with all case candy and set up with brand new 105 strings. I'll be genuinely sad to see the back of the Pure Vintage Pickups 😪
    4 points
  11. So after wanting a stingray for many years and finally picking one up last year, I’ve realised I’m not an active bass guy (you live & learn!). Although I was initially blown away by the tone, I soon found myself reaching for my p or j bass instead. This bass has been in its case for months now and is not getting any use hence the sale. The guy who had it before me was a collector and I don’t think it’s had that much use. Certainly is in great condition. after about a week of having it I stupidly managed to chip a bit of paint below the battery compartment (see photo). Other than that it’s great! Collection only.
    4 points
  12. Now £300 including UK shipping A Scott Dixon 210 rear ported bass cab - rated at 600 watts with two Celestion Drivers. Further details are available here: https://www.scottdixoninc.com/products/speaker-cabs/ Extremely light - about 13kg with the front lid and 11kg without. 8 Ohms. Two combination Speakon connectors. The cab is in excellent condition - a few minor marks from usage (mainly on knuckle corners) - this cab certainly hasn't been hammered and looks pretty much new. Built to the usual, ultra-high SD spec. - fit and finish is outstanding. I think these are around £650 (possibly £695) new, so £295 seems more than fair really. As above, I can ship in the UK for £300. Very easy one-hand lift/carry with the recessed handle on top. I just haven't used the cab and it's taking-up space. Collection to the East of Manchester preferred, though I can probably ship in the UK. Any questions, please just ask.
    3 points
  13. VGC home use only, protective tape still on. Firmware updated to current version 3.15 Comes with 9v power supply and usb type B lead to connect to your PC. Price includes postage in UK. Any questions just ask.
    3 points
  14. Sounds right. And of course the amp in question is blaring away at jumbo jet volumes and the guitarist still can’t hear it
    3 points
  15. I believe the mathematical equation for this is V=(N*(Vmax*N))+11 Where V is the volume in arbitrary volume notches on the master knob, Vmax is the maximum volume you though was possible from the combination of the guitar amps and N is the number of guitarists. 11 is, of course, the universal Spinal Tap constant.
    3 points
  16. Geddy Lee really got me into playing bass and the aggression and attack of his tone and playing are still evident in the way I play, so with a nod to all the other worthy contestants, Tony Levin, Pino, Chris Squire, Jack Bruce, Pastorius, Lemmy, so many others, it always going to be Geddy.
    3 points
  17. 3 points
  18. Don't You Baguette About Me - Simple Minds
    3 points
  19. Also: Band members who complain you're not playing any gigs, but don't go out and get any and when you DO get offered a gig they're either suddenly unavailable or won't do it because it's not paying enough. It's a pub band FFS, not Pink Floyd.
    3 points
  20. You'll never need another cabinet other than this one. It handles 700 watts of power @4 ohms. I've been running this with an Aguilar Tone Hammer 350 and club gigs, wedding, and general casual gigs I would never need anything else. This cabinet is "brand new", I just prefer the vertical 2x10 that Jorg made for me so this little guy needs a new home. I'm selling this for £500 cash!!! If you ordered this from Schroeder you would pay $799 pus shipping ($195) as this one was custom made for me to handle 700 watts RMS. So, in pounds you would pay £829.76! With that in mind, you are saving £329.76 straight out of the gate. It also has a heavy duty Titanium bullet tweeter at 200watts RMS. I can ship it but would rather someone from the UK buys it and collects from me personally. If you're interested, please message me. Cheers!
    2 points
  21. Further rreduction to £700 Delivered Up for sale is my 1983 Yamaha BB1600 in Wine Burst I am offloading any basses that I have left that no longer get used and sticking to my Fender P when I can use it, carpel tunnel and trigger finger has put paid to my playing, such is life Weights a Cool 3.9Kgs There are various dings as dents here and there which are hard to photograph but no nasty chips or the like Frets in good condition with little wear The usual tarnishing to the brass fittings Not too many of these come up as @AndyTravis will testify, a great BB to have I have a case which I will include and the price includes delivery to UK addresses Straight sale and price is pretty firm, any other question please fire away
    2 points
  22. God, I want this….https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/125408783088?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=DOFpg2tIRcW&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=3y9rdxSdSHG&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
    2 points
  23. Hi everyone, I’ve decided to list my old P Bass in favour of something a little more traditional, perhaps with a sunburst and rosewood flavour. Not a desperate sale by any means, but I have a strict 1 in 1 out policy. As you can see, it’s a great example of an old school ash-body, maple-board P Bass. Ready for punk and indie, but can handle soulful RnB all the same. A player’s instrument with the following mods: Nordstrand NP4 pickup - Arguably the best pickup for a P Bass.. BadassII bridge installed at some point - Just the badass-est bridge ever! CTS pots - The originals probably wore out. For me, this just ensures the bass works. In 2020 (amidst all the chaos) I had the bass refretted, and as a result it plays like a dream. I have used Daddario Chromes solidly, meaning there is no wear whatsoever. The body has some wear where a previous owner had fitted and removed a thumb rest, and the neck has some areas where the finish has come away, but this is no way affects playability. I know the important question with basses from the era is the weight, which in this case is a healthy 5.3Kg. I am looking for a sale at this point, but if there is a nice sunburst P Bass out there, I am prepared to exchange with cash your way if needed. And I'm sure it goes without saying, please feel free to get in touch for more pics or info. All the best, Ad
    2 points
  24. SOLD AND GONE. Selling this lovely Fender Urge ii Stu Hamm bass. I have owned this for years and years and it's a wonderfully sounding instrument with IMHO the best neck Fender ever put on a bass. It's somewhere between a J and a P with an oval profile that is really comfy. The only reason I'm selling is because it's 4.1kg / 9lb in weight and my medical issues mean I can't cope with that anymore. Another unique thing about the bass is the pickup arrangement. It's Jazz / Precision / Jazz with a very clever switching arrangement that controls all 3. With the switch at the rear it is just a J as you'd expect, with a balance / pan control. With the switch in the front position it is just a P. The balance control does nothing. In the middle it's all 3 pickups on - but with the Jazz pickups still controlled by the balance. So you can have Full JPJ. Or you can have the neck J with the P. Or the P with the bridge J. There's a great preamp system too that is very powerful. It's 34 inch scale and the finish is far more metallic in person. The bass is 16 years old so of course there are some little marks here and there, but so far I haven't been able to photograph them. Marks you can see in the pics are reflections from the room. I'll get outside later to take some more. It's currently got some very dusty D'Addario Pro Steels on it (40-100 iirc) but I will stick some fresh strings on - probably 45s as that's what I have. I'll finally get to use the Dunlop polish set I got for christmas too! When I got it used at least 10 years ago I didn't get a case or a bag with it, so it's collection only from Northants. I'm looking for about £1250 ono. The only trades I would consider would be Sandberg Superlights - ideally a very lightweight 5 string example, but any Superlights would interest me. EDIT - I've had some trade offers but they've all been too heavy. Max weight for trades is 3kg. So it's really only Sandberg Superlights as I don't think there's anything else that light. I'll try and do a bit of video when I get the chance. ta
    2 points
  25. For sale is my beautiful and very underplayed Starfire. Late 90s, MIK, DeArmond USA pickups, it’s an absolute stunner. Fabulous low action with a brand new set of D’Addario tapes, it’s in beautiful condition, looks and sounds amazing and comes in a fabulous Tribal Planet case. *Trade options…. with a new rock project in the pipeline, I need something more suitable, so Yamaha, Ibanez etc….. I work all over the country, so delivery to you (within reason) or meet up somewhere is preferred over postage.
    2 points
  26. 2 points
  27. David Wilson as others have said. He is a magician at stuff like this amongst other stuff he’s also brilliant at and a top fella too! No brainer imo
    2 points
  28. All You Knead Is Love ~ can't remember
    2 points
  29. Really?!? Two guitarists on stage and the volume went up? You must be mistaken. “Well, I haven’t touched my volume” etc.
    2 points
  30. I've noticed there are (a) bass players generally admired (b) bass players I admire (c) the bass players who played on the music I like listening to ....and there's not much overlap between those groups. The one player who does make it to the middle of the Venn diagram is the OP's choice, Bernard Edwards. The tone and the articulation of every note, just glorious.
    2 points
  31. 2 points
  32. While your there you can visit @walshy and sample his wares!! 😄
    2 points
  33. Sittin On The Dock Of The Bagel - Otis Breading
    2 points
  34. Yea band members that have unreasonable expectations regarding pay for a cover band in a pub on a Friday night, I’m totally against doing gigs for free on principle but in reality it’s just drinking/petrol money is all than your can expect
    2 points
  35. To change the subject, I saw Pearl Jam last night. Jeff Ament was using what looked like a ABM 600 EVO IV RC in a custom housing - alongside a Bad Lieutenant and another amp I couldn't recognise, each sat on a 810.
    2 points
  36. Have a good one Clarky, will catch you in this band one day 👍
    2 points
  37. I had both 😂 The ‘Chuck’ was a tobacco burst. I think went to Scandinavia.
    2 points
  38. Grazing on a Sunny Afternoon - The Kinks
    2 points
  39. I managed to get my hands on a Wilcock MM that was floating about here, through a trade. I have to say, while I do like it, there are a few things that aren’t quite at the standard I would have expected for a handmade bass of this value. Just little things but the route for the pickup isn’t especially accurate, nor is the scratchplate actually. Also, the neck felt oddly unfinished. I’ll see how it goes but I have to say, if I’d waited 11 months and paid £2k for it I think I’d have been quite disappointed. It does explain why it has passed though a few folk’s hands recently…. Anyway, just sharing another perspective….
    2 points
  40. That'll be nearly all of us at the moment
    2 points
  41. Still (and probably always), this one
    2 points
  42. I Want to Be Straight - Ian Dury and The Blockheads
    2 points
  43. Apply Velcro to the top, flip it over and booya, you’re done! No need to thank me. 🤘🤘
    2 points
  44. after my MXR M87 died a few weeks ago I thought I'd try this Cali76 CB...first impressions, I likey.
    2 points
  45. Guess I'm out, with knobs on
    2 points
  46. Soooo. Had a rehearsal with the Jazz and I can't fault it really. weight is around 9 pounds. Feels good. doesn't feel cheap at all. I will say it doesn't feel like a really expensive bass but it doesn't feel like a cheap one either.. Tuners are rock solid, controls are smooth.. the sound is what struck me.. Sounds like a great jazz bass, and the pickups are really clear, fat and punchy, and I mean REALLY fat and punchy.. I. .. I would say the tone of it is probably one of my favourite jazz bass tones and it where this bass really shines. Way fatter than my old Suhr, possibly because its a 60's position bass and the Suhr was 70's.?.. Neck is a really nice C shape. No single coil hum at all which surprised me.. With all that said on really close inspection the frets are a little messy, with a tiny bit of glue spotted. and the fret ends aren't perfect. The neck pocket is tight but not perfect. But hey this is a sub £400 bass and I can live with that. All in all this is a great workhorse jazz bass, sounds amazing and growly when dug in, really comfortable, lovely neck. no brainer.
    2 points
  47. And an update to the above, I’m so glad I did, the difference was pretty amazing, a real solid foundation building sound for the keys & guitars to work their magic on. Kept out of the sonic space that they occupy nicely, locking in with the drums in the best way. Coupled with our guitarists new Tremonti amp the band has never sounded as good.
    2 points
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