Old Horse Murphy

[quote name='noelk27' post='291939' date='Sep 25 2008, 04:23 PM']You know, I don't think I've ever seen Derek Forbes mentioned here - or on the old versions of the site.[/quote] I'm sure there was a Youtube clip posted of him on here, as he had the same Siennaburst P Bass as (I think) Etienne was selling. Great player and criminally underrated.

The forum's certainly a colder place without Steve. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

[quote name='john_the_bass' post='289792' date='Sep 23 2008, 11:43 AM']I've posted in this section as I'm geuninely interested to know how wearing your wedding ring affects you playing bass (or guitar if you do). I'm getting married next year and I wouldn't like her indoors to think that I take my wedding ring off to play and wouldn't fancy losing it either. Anyway, I'm guessing the big chunky ones are out - do you have a particular style of ring and did you choose it because it was more comfortable for playing the bass?!![/quote] It doesn't really affect my playing at all John (like most things you get used to it). My Wedding Ring is pretty thick and deep (not enough to make we walk lopsided) but has rounded edges so it doesn't dig in at all. Try Wedding Rings Direct based in Hove. They used to offer a "try before you buy" service, where they have a number of replica rings in different styles and sizes that you basically hire for a week which gives you a chance to try them out in real life situations.

[quote name='EBS_freak' post='289218' date='Sep 22 2008, 03:11 PM']Hmm, there you go... I never knew Mr Shuker used a CNC - I thought his basses were all hand routed...? Can anybody confirm? Does Jon have them CNCed and then hand finished?[/quote] FUnnily enough I asked Jon the same thing. He said he only uses the CNC machine for neck inlays like the block markers on my P Bass.

[quote name='Pissman' post='287494' date='Sep 19 2008, 05:17 PM']Hey, so how is everyone? Been playing bass for all of one week now lol . im a bit of a noob Got a sweet little Yammy and a 30 watt Laney amp. Just one problem.. I'm a crap bassist Does anyone know any really easy Reggae songs to play?yay Adam [attachment=13570:DSC00105.JPG][/quote] Welcome Adam. Tell us about the name...any story behind it at all?

He's based in Derbyshire now. About 10 miles or so from Bakewell

[quote name='johnnylager' post='286454' date='Sep 18 2008, 09:47 AM']Oi oi saveloy! Lush mate.[/quote] Thanks mate Not quite Pompey colours, but close enough eh?

I'm fortunate enough to have my dream bass. It took ages to arrive but it was worth it.

[quote name='KevB' post='285004' date='Sep 16 2008, 01:53 PM']Was Bruce OK? A mate saw them a couple of years back and he said one of the roadies had to put the bass on Bruce and wondered if he'd had some sort of injury or illness, apparently played OK once it was in place though.[/quote] He actually looked in good shape and had just come back from holiday. Both him and Rick for 50-somethings look as if they take good care of themselves. Funny though, when I went in to their Rehearsal Room, Bruce was sitting there re-stringing his old black and white P Bass. I was a little disappointed that he did use 100 year old strings like me That said, I guess new strings and all that extra zing are what gives him his sound. He also had that semi-acoustic (can't remember the make) that he endorses at the moment. It was quite retro looking but looked huge!! Both of the guys are quite small, so it must look like he's got a lawnmower strapped round his neck when he plays it.

I'm STILL waiting for my mate to downlaod the photos and I'll post them up here. never happened if there are no photos!!

[quote name='JoeS' post='283340' date='Sep 13 2008, 08:36 PM']I would have filled my pants if I'd been in the middle of a Jam song only to find that two of them were standing there watching. Thanks for the heads-up on the Hammersmith gig as well. Slightly OT, but how are the Water Rats Studios? I've been looking at local rehearsal rooms and the info on their website looks promising, but it'd be interesting to hear from someone who has actually used them. Although I guess if they're good enough for the Jam, they'll be good enough for a rank amateur like me [/quote] They're very good actually. There's only 4 rooms there, but the kit is good, they're well appointed and the staff are really friendly. Also, they don't smell like a sweaty jockstrap!!

[quote name='lwtait' post='283333' date='Sep 13 2008, 08:25 PM']ok... but whos rick butler?[/quote] Rick Buckler- drummer from the Jam and drummer with From the Jam.

Unbelievable. We had a slot booked at the Water Rats Studio in Woking this afternoon and turned up as usual. Some "idiot" had parked his Ford Transit van across the entrance and when we got in to the corridor, it was packed with flight cases etc. "Jeez, what idiot brings all this gear along to a Rehearsal studio?" I commented to our singer. With that, Rick Buckler comes walking out of one of the rooms and apologises for all the kit and promises to move it ASAP. "No worries Rick. It's fine where it is" I stutter, offering a shaky handshake. We chat briefly. What a fantastic guy and incredibly down to earth. Who walks round the corner? Only Bruce Foxton!!!!!! More handshakes. They're rehearsing before a From The Jam gig in Jersey next week followed by a US Promo Tour. They both still live in the local area and use the studios regularly. I had a look at his gear and his main bass was a black/white maple P Bass with a Badass. His back up was one of those smi acoustic basses that he endorses (can't remember the make). The noise coming from their sudio when the go going was amazing and I think I spent more time lsitening to them than actually rehearsing myself. We tell them we do a few Jam numbers in our set and I ask Bruce why he wrote such difficult bloody bass parts!. We go our separate ways, but an hour later while we're in the middle of David Watts, the door opens and there they are watching us. I nearly died. They say never meet your heroes but they were 2 of the nicest, easiest going guys I've met and obliged in a few pictures, which my mate duly took of me and the guys. As soon as he emails them, I'll post them on here. What a day!! They're playing Hammersmith on 22nd December and I'll book my tickets immediately.

That's gorgeous Colin- my favourite finish on a Stingray. Good effort and great price!!

A quick question for my learned Fender friends.... Are there any differences between the Serial numbers for US and Highway 1 basses (dated 2005) and where they are printed on the bass itself (IE back of headstock or near the neckplate etc). Also, would anyone know if honey blonde was an option on 2005 US Jazz basses? So may questions, so little time.... Thanks in advance for your help

Wow!! That's gorgeous. Will it be at the Bash?

[quote name='Bigwan' post='281096' date='Sep 10 2008, 02:02 PM']Well now I'm curious![/quote] Only joking Truthfully though, it's a gorgeous looking bass and the colour Jon has managed to achieve is fantastic- incredibly distinctive and very individual. I know you'll be over the moon with it.

[quote name='Bigwan' post='281064' date='Sep 10 2008, 01:11 PM']Not helping with the wait![/quote] You should've seen what I was originally going to post here!!!

[quote name='Bigwan' post='281038' date='Sep 10 2008, 12:40 PM']Well I was on the blower with Jon last night squaring up the remainder of the bill and organising shipping. The bass just needs a setup now and should be on its way to me on Monday. All being well it'll be here on Wednesday. I have to wait another week... so near... don't know if my nerves can take it... wibble... wibble... snarf...[/quote] I was up at Jon's early last week and saw your bass. The finish is fantastic and really catches the eye. It looks a lot deeper in the flesh

[quote name='Thunderthumbs' post='277922' date='Sep 5 2008, 03:29 PM']Try PMing "peety". He's got one (or two)......not sure if it's USA but worth a try.[/quote] Steve's got a couple of beautiful Skylines. I know he was gassing after a US one, but honestly the quality of his are so good I'm not sure there would be much point!! PS- I think he was considering moving one on (might be wrong though)

Over my time that I've been a member of Basschat, there have been certain pictures of Basschatters' Basses that have almost tempted me to commit murder/robbery as I have fallen in love with them instantly. This has been done before, but which bass belonging to other members would you pack your bags and run away with? I'll start but please don't tell my wife.... For me, it's OBBM's Blue Burst Stingray 5 with graphite neck. I've seen it in the flesh and heard it live (it called to me) and it's amazing. It's very closely followed by Kev's Stingray 5, but wins on overall sex appeal (for me). So now you know

Old Actonians? If you come across a couple of teeth on the main pitch while you're unloading, they're probably mine....I'd really like them back Good luck with the gig. If I wasn't away that Friday I'd pop along.