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    US Fender Prec BadassII & Bass line PUPS FS/FT???

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted

    People Of The Bass Chat Community ...I NEED YOUR HELP!!!

    Okay, enough of the dramatics...to business!

    I have a US Black Precision with Maple neck, i think its a 73 ish..( S19****) that i bought from Mr Cougar..Jim...some months back fitted with a Badass II and Bass LinesPUPs, now first and foremost, i bought this knowing EXACTLY the condition the bass was in , and if i can find the link to the original thread I will post it up, But basically the neck has a somewhat "unique" issue....there is a forward bend in the headstock...not the neck, just the headstock. this has resulted in the fitting of a secondary string tree ( I believe this was done by John Shuker) on the A&D under the original string tree, however the action is without doubt on the high side...in fact now pretty darn unplayable...so the question(s) to you all is as follows -

    1) Does anyone have any idea if this can be treated?
    2) if I fit a new neck, doesn't this materially affect the value/provenance of the bass? although I guess i could retain the orginal to show the serial #
    3) does anyone have a replacement ( must be maple) neck ?
    4) would anyone be interested in a trade or sale on the bass as it stands?

    If there is interest then I will post photos....I really dont know what to do on this, it has THE most immense tone and bottom end ...but the action has become an issue for me....

    Help me BC'rs you are my only help!!!

    Cheers

    Matt

    Pallets!!!

    in Completed Items

    Posted

    Hi,

    We have a sh1tload of odd size pallets knocking around at work. we cant use them as all are non std ( ie not 1000x1200) some bigger some smaller.

    All free to anyone who can collect from Leicester. If you want 1 or 50 of 'em thats cool, just send me a PM.

    Cheers

    Matt

    Feedback for the Hand of John Curley

    in Feedback

    Posted

    [quote name='fatboytoo' post='385057' date='Jan 19 2009, 03:24 PM']Traded a Vette $$ 5 string for a CIJ 62 reissue Jazz.

    Good bloke and thanks for the coffee! At least I can blame him when the girlfriend complains I've just bought another bass, as I now want a Geddy Jazz after seeing his!!!!!

    I thought the piccies sent were great but the bass was even better in the flesh (it's a blooming stunner!!! So good it needs to be in the Gear Porn section - I'm working on it)! Believe it came from Mr Cougar originally and was mint and is still mint now! Severe wrist and elbow pain from playing both recent trades (PB from King Tut and JB) into the early hours of Sunday morning.... It's a different sort of wrist pain to the usual!!

    Many thanks for a great trade - I'm as happy as pig in poo!!![/quote]


    Cheers Rich!! Much appreciated!!

    Just to let all BC'ers know Rich is a totally top bloke to deal with...arrived bang on time, great bloke and a pleasure to do business with.

    ...I will NOT accept any blame/damage to relationship as a result of the "Geddy" factor!!!!!!!!!

    Cheers

    Matt

    Feedback For Thornybank

    in Feedback

    Posted

    Hi Folks,

    Had to relate this tale for one and all.

    Thornybank ( Chris ) is advertising a Geddy Lee and a black SP, now I have the GL, and have been after a quality Black SP for ages, so emailed to see if Chris would sell seperately. Not only did he agree ( with a very reasonable price!) but he sent it the next day on trust of me sending him the money if I liked it!

    It was such a pleasure to have that level of trust. It may "only" have been a Scratchplate, but fcuk me, I was blown away!!!

    The Plate fits a treat and the dosh is winging its way North Of the Border as I write this..

    So in brief, top bloke and a testament to the fact that 99.99% of BC'ers are a pleasure to deal with.

    Happy New Year All,

    Matt

    SOLD**Fender USA Early 80s P Bass £250

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted

    Apologies to all other Bc'ers, please dont think there was anythign underhand to this, Jim and I had been discussing this off line , therefore the bid went in as soon as the post was made.

    As for honesty on JIm s part, i cant recommend the guy highly enough. this will be the third item I've taken off his hands ( 2nd Bass) and he is an absolute pleasure to deal with and is integrity is 100%. I am fully aware of the (potential) issues with this bass and 100% happy its as Jim described it!

    Cheers

    Matt

    Was Fender Custom P Bass Now Withdrawn

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted

    :)

    With no wish to hijack this thread....

    I think this is a really sad state of affairs. The Beat has bought what he thought was a genuine , very lovely looking, bass at what seemed a realistic price....shame the seller had no scrupals....

    Dude, i really hope you manage to re-coup your investment on this...it is a stunning looking beast.

    All the best.

    Ibanez BTB6 - 6 string loveliness!!!!! For Sale

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted

    Evening All,

    In a pathetic attempt to placate the wife ( before I go right ahead and get another bass !!!!) I am moving on my Ibanez BTB6.

    Purchased from Gaff, this is in superb condition. There is one tiny blemish to the upper body side that I will try to photograph for your delight, but please be assured this has been one very well looked after bass.

    I cannot really justify it hanging on its hook and try as I might, I just haven't really clicked with the whole EBR thang!

    Any trial ( and a cuppa) more than welcome if you can get yourself to Leicester.....looking at £275 for this although if required postage will be at cost on top of this.

    If you have any questions at all please PM me ,

    Thanks

    Matt

    450 miles from home for 1 gig! Aberdeen to Leicester.

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Do it!!!

    The Scooter Fairs are usually a reet good do!! - I dont know of the band but try putting a post on pineapster -

    www.pineapster.com

    to get some more info...alternatively I dont mind sticking a note on there for you?

    Get the train!!! - I have family in Milltimber and its a killer of a drive...i reckon at best its 7 hours each way and you feel like a bag of shi1te after!!!

    PM me if you want me to put the feelers out!!!

    Basschat folk are just good people.

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I think this forum is the dogs danglies!!!! :huh:

    I have met loads of top people on here, bought a few great bits and pieces and thoroughly enjoy going through all the threads at stupid o'clock in the morning when the twins wake up!!!

    I know there have been one or two "issues" in the For sale threads, but that apart this really is the ONLY forum worth looking at!

    Big UP the Basschat Massive!!! :) :huh:

    For Sale - My life as a Bassist!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    [quote name='andy67' post='205415' date='May 24 2008, 09:28 AM']concur 100%

    however...what they do is their thing and, as for all of us, we should endeavour to be ourselves creating our own thing or individuality which makes us 'unique' in our own style.

    Pat Torpey (Mr Big drummer) once said: "No matter how good or bad drummers can be, I always learned something from them. Whether this be a complex pattern or a simple beat."

    thought it was a good sentiment and have since used this outlook in my playing experience.

    andy[/quote]


    Agree 100% - It was incredible to watch, and whilst I fully appreciate that, as with anything else, opinion is always subjective. I found it completely mesmerising to see the talent the guy has...and by christ if I look that good at his age i'll be very happy!

    Ona seperate note, his drummer.....24, staight outta compton ( i'm sure theres a song there!!) and mind blowing....I have NEVER seen anything like it, give teh guy a few more years and he'll be untouchable.

    Anyroadup, Top night, came away truly humbled, but bloody well inspired!

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