Old Horse Murphy

[quote name='Linus27' post='535286' date='Jul 7 2009, 11:14 PM']Just to say that I like Old Horse Murphy's Shuttle 6.0 so much, I bought it from him :) No problem with lack of bottom end either. A killer amp head. I can't wait to get it at the weekend and hopefully get the Genz Benz NEO 212T by the weekend also.[/quote] IF you get the 212 by the weekend, bring it over Michael. My wife is away this weekend and the neighbours are pretty deaf

[quote name='Linus27' post='533529' date='Jul 6 2009, 09:08 AM']In my search for a lightweight cab, I am pretty much down to two. Either an Epifani 212/310 with my Ashdown ABM EVO III head or a Genz Benz Shuttle 6 with the NEO212 cab. I am kindly being lent an Epifani 310 to try and it does sound very nice with my Ashdown head. It still has that Ashdown sound but the Epifani makes it a bit cleaner over my Ashdown ABM 410. What is the Genz Benz Shuttle 6 and NEO 212 like and what sort of sound does it suit? Never heard a Genz Benz but they do seem to be very highly rated. Might take a trip out to test one if they are worth it. Any advice, especially on the Genz Benz stuff very appreciated.[/quote] HI Michael Drop me a PM and I'll let you have a lend of my Shuttle to A/B it all. Cheers Nick

[quote name='Clarky' post='532950' date='Jul 5 2009, 01:16 PM']Yeah right Nick, I have an 18 year-old vintage feline* FT - aged blue-grey finish, starting to lack a bit of bite but still hits the high notes frequently, a few dings. Wanna meet in a car park somewhere to swap?[/quote] Sorry Clarky, the black one's definitely a keeper!

I've recently been on a quest to replace my Fender US P bass, which I was having trouble hearing due to the P bass frequency. Sadly, it was by far the nicest, most comfortable bass I'd ever owned, but I wasn't prepared to have it butchered to make it more audible to me. So, after a flurry of emails, I ended up with Molan's (Barrie's) Fender US 75 Reissue Jazz on loan (hopefully long-term!) and I recorded with it last Thursday. It's an amazing bass and sounds wonderful. I'm deeply indebted to Barrie for his kindness and consideration. He truly is one of the nicest guys I've met and I'm incredibly grateful to him. I'll be even more grateful if he agrees to sell it to me I ended up trading my P Bass with Anthomp for his Stingray 5 stringer and picked it up this morning. I've just changed the strings and given it a good play and now wonder why I ever got rid of my old SR5 in the first place! It plays and sounds amazing, so thanks to Antony too. Putting both side by side, they actually look great together. It was only recently that I discovered the beauty of Natural basses and I'm definitely a convert. The black one in the middle I've owned for just over 8 years. A bit dog-eared, sometimes a bit growly and often the lead doesn't stay on, but definitely a keeper as well as being my favourite. I wouldn't be without her for all the money in the world

Just met Antony at one of the M4 Services to swap my old P Bass for his Stingray 5. The bass is in immaculate condition (exactly as he described) and the deal went very smoothly. Thanks Antony and I hope you like the P Bass. I love the Ray!

[quote name='teaser360' post='530775' date='Jul 2 2009, 04:25 PM']does around £25 seconhand sound reasable or too much?[/quote] I would say that sounds pretty good. A new one from some of the Ric specialists will cost 3-4 times that amount, Rosetti may be cheaper still for a brand new one.

[quote name='jonsmith' post='530757' date='Jul 2 2009, 04:03 PM']Try contacting Rickenbacker's UK distributor, Rosetti, for spares: [url="http://www.rosetti.co.uk/spares.html"]spares - rosetti.co.uk [/url] I've not had much dealings with them, but they've been very helpful when I have. I know they've been helpful (and reasonably priced) with spares for someone else recently.[/quote] +1 They sent me out a bridge surround (inc screws etc) and the horseshoe cover for about £45. It arrived in 2 days and was roughly £150 cheaper than any of the Ric Specialist websites were selling the same gear for. Highly recommended

[quote name='neilmiddlemass' post='530225' date='Jul 2 2009, 08:44 AM']Has anyone had any experience of having an Overwater bass made? They look beautiful and the chap who makes them is great and seems very passionate and knowledgable, but I just don't know much about them. I'm looking at having a bass made (not neccessarily an Overwater). I'm also interested in Hill basses, think they're a US outfit - Stefan from DMB is playing these now and I love the tone he gets on the records. Found some sort of website (http://www.hillguitars.com/) but no phone number, email contact or anything. Does anyone know anything about these? Otherwise, any other suggestions? Want something with throat and a growl but liking the idea of steering away from mainstream... Any suggestions appreciated![/quote] Lots of love for Overwaters here and I'm pretty sure that some of the guys from Overwater are actually Forum members. Hopefull you'll have all the feedback you need from Overwater owners as and when they log on!

Many apologies in the lateness of my feedback Colin... Hamster bought my old US P bass oh, must be 30 years ago now (feels like it!) A top guy and highly recommended. We need to sort out a beer at some stage too!

Stew bought my EMG's off me at around the time he and Mrs HH were expecting their beautiful baby. A lovely guy and I can't believe he talked his Mrs in to using "Old Horse Murphy" as a middle name

Some long overdue feedback for Dave. I spent a very pleasant afteroon with Dave a few weeks ago, playing through various amp/cab combinations and swapping stories. I ended up leaving one of my cabs at Dave's and walking away with one of his! Thanks Dave for your company and your knowledge. Highly recommended