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stingrayPete1977

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  1. It's going to be a long week!
  2. Well I would have a Ray obviously, and maybe a bigger amp, and 5 strings, and a good tuner, and I only like EBMM strings and at least 500 watts of amp......
  3. I have done it (I still blame Alistair as it was his thread that started it) Here is the link they sent me so as to raise a special item that could be ordered online, note the adjustable bridge and Spirocore strings, shipping was 95 euros, I am waiting to see what that has cost me all in with todays exchange rate [url="http://www.gedo-musik.de/shop/product.php?id_product=802"]http://www.gedo-musik.de/shop/product.php?id_product=802[/url]
  4. I found Status necks a bit lifeless, and I have seen a total codge done by Status when asked to fit the tuners for the customer but that is another story and not mine to divuldge really. Graphite necked Musicman= Modulus IMO
  5. For the majority of us here (me included) a decent Jazz bass of Squier upwards quality and some form of quality amp with at least either a 2x10 or 1x15 cab will get you 90% there, after that its for the fun of it and if your enjoying your nice gear you will enjoy the gig, if you enjoy the gig others will enjoy watching it
  6. I have seen him mentioned before but as I said at the time he needs a better website, nothing too fancy but a decent SLR camera and an up to date stock list is a must IMO
  7. I'm going to order a pot
  8. [quote name='philparker' timestamp='1362185416' post='1997056'] Congratulations - and good luck with the venture! I sense more questions to come?! [/quote] Many!
  9. It is listed on their site ready for me to order, just waiting for my buyers payment to show in my bank
  10. Fingers crossed I am ordering my gedo bass tomorrow!
  11. its a nice bass at a nice price, bit sad to sell it really still I can order my gedo upright tomorrow to ease the pain!
  12. Don't by the nyman rosin online either, im not happy with mine
  13. [quote name='gareth' timestamp='1362160047' post='1996662'] pete is that my old bass? did you get it from anthorp? i seem to remember that ding [/quote] Yes, Yes and you remember correctly As a known BC man of knowledge on all things bass I am happy to hear your thoughts on this particular beast?
  14. Cheers mate I have listed my basses on here now so I will see what goes down
  15. [quote name='alexpea' timestamp='1362138745' post='1996242'] I started on a basic gear4music bass that I ordered online. I've just upgraded to a late 1800's German flatback. As soon as I got the gear4music bass I started getting loads more gigs and it wasn't long before I had earned back the money I'd paid for it (plus the £100 setup). I definitely think it would be worth considering something cheap that can get you used to playing an upright before shelling out on something better. I managed to sell my gear4music on to a friend and didn't really lose much money on it so happy days. [/quote] This is where I am at mate, The Gedo one I am after would surely sell on for a decent price? Half carved, ebony board, proper tuners, adjustable bridge and fitted with Spirocores. If I looked after it surely I would get back £650-750 for it?
  16. Hey Owen those Yita music bows that I got recommended on here are really nice and mine came pretty quick too, I think wood of any type might be left in favour of carbon if its less than a few hundred quid
  17. Cheers dude I know it's a cliche but it really does blow must genuine fenders away, as you know
  18. Just got in from work,I will reply to all the messages shortly!
  19. Can't beat a proper 90's bass collection
  20. [quote name='paulmcnamara' timestamp='1362090412' post='1995784'] Hi StingrayPete, Does it come with a case? [/quote] Hi mate it came in a modern case which I have taken a shine to but I could provide an Ernie ball rectangular case at the full asking price
  21. Thanks guys I picked it up at the right money and have priced it accordingly, not many about at this price is there? If it goes back on the wall for ten years I won't be too upset but I'd really like a decent upright which this will only just get me into a beginner range!
  22. OK I love this bass as I pretty much built it! but it has no B string and I am saving up for a double bass Affinity Squier Jazz bass but with- Bartolini pickups EBS preamp hidden behind control plate. Badass II bridge. Jack socket drilled into body to allow original plate to be used for Volume, Treble, Bass, PU Blend controls. Genuine 3 ply B/W/B Fender pickguard. Fret edges dressed in neatly, no sharp edges here. Small Affinity range tuners replaced with full size open tuners, hold in tune perfectly. Pikey eBay Fender logo that is actually green up close Really light weight bass for anyone with a bad back but with a massive sound and playability to equal basses of much more value, I have never played a genuine Fender Jazz that has come even close to this bass! Cost to build another would be well over £500, I am looking for [b]£250[/b] ( the bridge, pickups and preamp are worth most of that IMO) some soft dents etc, this was gigged most weekends for about 4 years. Collection from Stafford area preffered Last price drop, I'd rather keep it or sell it in parts than for less than £250.
  23. Hi everyone, I picked this up last year from a BC member but via eBay, it has also belonged to at least one other member on here, I stripped it down and cleaned it all up, resoldered the dodgy earth and fitted it with EB 40-100 strings before setting it up just how I like with no issues at all, the truss rod and microtilt neck adjustments are working as Leo intended. I only wanted it as a collectors item really as I am mainly a five string player these days but it was so good I started gigging it straight away where a 5 string was not needed and took it to any jam nights etc that I could until disaster struck, I broke my wrist! After that I switched to electric upright bass as it meant less twisting of the wrist to be able to play, of course as time has passed it has given me gas for a proper upright bass and as this is my least used bass it is with sadness that I am putting it on here to fund one. OK 1979 is the year I have dated this bass at as it has a 1978 date on the neck and a 3 bolt neck and the correct sting thru bridge for that era but the preamp pots are dated 1979 hence the newest thing on it, it has plenty of mojo and an awesome worn patch around the main playing area on the rear of the neck, it makes it feel much more special and old feeling than a mint Stingray bass (which I also own that is not for sale!), the body has knocks and dings inline with the age and wear on the neck but I would hate to see it refinished really, there are a few layers of paint but after much deliberation I think it is a factory refin probably due to a flaw or knock when being built, it is hard to say and I am the first owner to even suggest that may be the case so I am being picky yet honest. The fingerboard has been relaquered at some point probably after a refret who knows but its all done well and the frets are all dressed nicely and this has been done many years ago and aged nicely, It realy does feel the business to play and look at, nothing like a new ClassicRay from EBMM and not going to go down in value like one either It has the muted string thru bridge. Three bolt micro tilt neck. Tantulum capacitor preamp rather than the later electrolytic ones. Original preamp. Original control plate and knobs. Original string tree. Original 3 bolt plate. Original pickup. Original pickguard. Original tuners. Working bullet truss rod. (sometimes an issue on early Rays) Earlier Logo higher up the headstock rather than near the edge, correct for a '78 neck. [b]Sounds epic.[/b] [b][/b] [b]£1375 ovno or possible trade for an upright bass [/b]with a bit of money either way possible, As you can tell this is a reluctant for sale thread and if nothing comes of it I wont be too upset If I find the money for an upright from somewhere else this will be pulled I dont really want to post this and I would rather someone try it first and see it in the flesh as its a 34 year old bass not a new ernie ball bass! meet half way is possible within reason and I am based in Stafford (not button moon). Of course my feedback and remember after all I am stingrayPete! [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/139610-feedback-for-stingraypete1977/page__p__1450321__hl__feedback%20stingraypete1977__fromsearch__1#entry1450321"]http://basschat.co.u..._1#entry1450321[/url] Any questions or specific photos please just ask
  24. Button moon is about an hour from Sheffield I need to put some stuff up for sale just to keep the wife happy even if I dont sell it looks like I am trying and can take the money from somewhere else Kate is nearer so let me know if it is still available after she has viewed it, thanks. And welcome Kate
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