Lozz196

[quote name='JTUK' post='897422' date='Jul 17 2010, 05:15 PM']If you want it, it is.... but my feelings is that there would be better value elsewhere.

I never thought Gibson made a decent bass anyway, and very mch a one trick pony and not a very good trick at that, IMV.
I think their value is in style and not substance, and I am not sure about the style of this one, tbh.

If it is your thing, then fine, but I wouldn't buy it to make a buck as I wouldn't be sure of how many others would want it.

I think a decent Squire would eat it alive for less money, but YMMV

Sorry, if that sounds a bit brutal, but just my 2p...[/quote]
I used to have a Gibson Les Paul bass - bit of a different look to the one above though. Was a very rich sounding bass, definately not for slap/noodling, but if rock music is yr thing, they are a very good instrument.

Bit of a niche market, so resale not the easiest of things, but playability was good, and when I had mine, it was abt the only time I ever got non-musicians enquiring abt my bass. So if u want something that is a bit different to the regular, plays well, and has a very deep tone, this could be the one for you.

I bought mine 2nd hand in 2006 & paid £675 for it (inc Gibbo hard-case) so the price isn`t bad at all - especially considering how much they are new, at present.

[quote name='Changles' post='897193' date='Jul 17 2010, 12:09 PM']Thank you very much, it is indeed a fine amplifier. Very versatile. Whoever buys it (if that ever happens) will be very happy.[/quote]
Very good amps - I had the TSL60 Head, used it with a 1936 2x12 cab - was awesome.

[quote name='BB2000' post='897147' date='Jul 17 2010, 10:46 AM']Yes, there's lot's of love for these on the FDP. In fact I'm having second thoughts.[/quote]
I just bought one of these abt a month ago - seriously good bass, rate it vey highly indeed.

For this price, including a hard-case, its a steal. Someone snap this up, you won`t regret it.

[quote name='Sarah5string' post='897156' date='Jul 17 2010, 11:03 AM']WHATEVER you do, don't get rid of the gear. You will only regret it. I've done that in the past and once you're feeling back into it you'll wish you'll have kept it.

It sounds like you need a break from bass, rather than packing it in, to get your life in order and for things to calm down a bit![/quote]
I had the same sort of experience, quit one band as they were too serious, then ended up in another which was equally serious, did a tour, and found out through all this, that music is my hobby, not what I wanted to do professionally. Even though before this, it was my dream, to do it professionally. So I "retired" for some 6 years, didn`t even buy any music - was the early 90s, so that could be a good reason anyway.

Got asked to join a band some years after, and refound my love of playing small local gigs, for fun, and have been back in bands ever since. Sounds like maybe you have the same feelings towards playing as I have.

And def agree wth all posts abt not selling yr gear - could be very expensive if, a few years down the line, you decide to get back into it. However, if you need the cash, I`d go with what others have said - pick yr favourite bass, put it away and keep it, then sell the rest. Flogging yr fave may be a further regret.

Are there any other Basschatters out there who love Marshall Bass Amps?

I`ve owned Hartke, Laney, Peavey, Trace Elliot & Fender, played through Ampeg, but the amps that work for me are Marshall.

Just bought a 2nd hand DBS 7400 to go with my VBC 412, and the sound/power is amazing, but even my MB Series gear, which is Marshalls current entry-level gear I found to be seriously good. Plus very reasonably priced.

Just think that for "old-school" bass sounds, Marshall can`t be beat. There`s also the added advantage that, with them being 30mins away from me, if I need a service/repair, I can take it straight to the manufacturer, rather than having to find someone locally to deal. Marshalls service/repair prices I find to be very reasonable, and if booked, they show you around the whole factory/museum whilst they carry out the work.

Great products, great customer service, and whats more rock n roll than a Marshall?

Makes me want to wear my shades indoors

I have two Fender Monogrammed bass/guitar straps for sale

1. Black with yellow monogrammed design.
54 inches/140 cm long. 2 inches/5 cm wide.
£8.00 - this includes postage/packing within Great Britain.

2. Black with grey monogrammed design.
77 inches/195 cm long. 2 inches/5 cm wide.
£8.00 - this includes postage/packing within Great Britain.

Payment as a gift, by Paypal please.

Black Schaller Straplocks - ITEM NOW SOLD

What more can you say about them - essential if you don`t want your axe dropping on the floor at an inopportune moment.

Cheapest I can find online for a black set is £13.00 + £3.00 postage, therefore:

£10.00 - this includes postage/packing within Great Britain.

Payment by Paypal, please.

[quote name='EssentialTension' post='895928' date='Jul 15 2010, 08:08 PM']I'm happy with what I've got ... but I'll take the Funk Machine.[/quote]
After playing a fantastic Rickenbacker the other day, that`s gotta be my wish.

[quote name='Chris1127' post='895485' date='Jul 15 2010, 11:54 AM']Cheers Lozz they've just arrived thanks for that[/quote]
Thanks for the heads-up Chris, always nice to know when something sent has arrived.

[quote name='mashup' post='895412' date='Jul 15 2010, 10:17 AM']Bump[/quote]
That is an amazing deal, someone really should snap this up asap.

[quote name='dave_bass5' post='894831' date='Jul 14 2010, 04:26 PM']Yeah but ive not had much luck finding the part number to order one.[/quote]
This place looks promising for spares etc.

[url="http://guitar-parts-and-spares-uk.com"]http://guitar-parts-and-spares-uk.com[/url]

Am sure you`ll be very happy with yr Classic 70s - I had one, and whilst it may seem strange recommending something I`ve just sold, it was a fantastic bass, great playability, amazing looks, the only thing is, I`m so much into P-Basses, it just didn`t have the right sound, for me, that is. Out of all the Jazzes I`ve ever played (not that many, but enough) was easily the best.

[quote name='stinson' post='892237' date='Jul 11 2010, 08:30 PM']Bargain! fantastic job and good to see someone else go with a Trad [/quote]
Nice one Tim, very envious of that, especially the price.

Just a quick topic. Bought a 2nd hand Marshall DBS 7400 today , and whilst trying it out, had the chance to use a Rickenbacker for the first time ever.

Don`t know what type (4001/4003) only know that I really liked it.

I`ve read a lot about them being a bit like marmite, u either love `em or hate `em.

Well I love `em. Just wish I had the £1500 needed to buy one.

[quote name='Chris1127' post='893503' date='Jul 13 2010, 10:32 AM']cheers Lozz payment sent this morning[/quote]
Cheers Chris, received fine, will sort the despatch soon as.

Lozz

[quote name='Chris1127' post='893336' date='Jul 13 2010, 12:17 AM']hi i'll take these please - let me know where to paypal the money cheers chris[/quote]
PM`d

[quote name='Bankai' post='892460' date='Jul 12 2010, 03:50 AM']I use a rackmount compressor in my rig both live and in the studio.

The FX Send of the amp goes to the first compressor which is set as a limiter at +10dB. This runs into the second one which is set as at 2:1 above 0dB.

I've been getting very good comments about the sound it's creating [/quote]
I`ve recently started to use a compressor live, and have found it to be very good. I like a traditional, shall we say vintage sound, but the addition of the compressor seems to "tighten" each note. Its also good as I play punk (Pistols/Clash etc) and certain parts of the songs really need digging in, and the compression prevents these parts from totally overloading on volume, but still retaining the intensity.

[quote name='Stacker' post='891754' date='Jul 11 2010, 07:59 AM']I nearly bought this model from GuitarGuitar last year. The Rick 4001CS was on the move so I raided the savings and went for a look at this fella. I loved it at first sight, esp the beautiful figuring on the BR fingerboard. The set up was fine, it looked ok but it didn't sound right to me. I couldn't quite put my finger on it. Also, the volume, when rolled back a bit, alsmost disappeard. Now, having owned a '64 Jazz and still have a few contemporaries sitting around, this was soemthing I hadn't noticed before. Anyone else spotted this?

I took a Road Worn one off the wall and immediately preferred it, though as some of you may know from previous postings by me, I couldn't get the 'Mexi' tag out of my opinionated brain and left the shop empty handed. I went back to try the CS again and it was sold(!!) but the got another one in and..... naahh. Not long after that I got Clarky's Nash (via Alanbass1) and, for me, that's my benchmark. That said, being a fiend for stack-knob Jazzes, I'm awaiting delivery of a new CS stacker relic from the 'States at £1k less then UK prices. And I know this one's set up good. Nice, eh?[/quote]
Its a shame when you get experiences with instruments not being set-up properly. I recently bought a Fender Classic 50s P-Bass online, from GAK, and out of the box it was fantastic, needed nothing doing to it.

Suppose I was due one though, as previous to that, aside from 2nd hand instruments, every bass I`d bought needed setting up. Why can`t the manufacturer/retailer be bothered - well I spose they still get yr dosh is the answer, and at least I`ve learned how to do basic set-ups.

[quote name='umph' post='891648' date='Jul 10 2010, 10:33 PM']barefaced super twelve [/quote]
Out of your two choices specified, I`ve no experiance with the Ashdown, but used to own one of the MB4210s, and I would definately recommend it. Never used the "modern" channel, preferring the "classic" which provided a great vintage tone when used with a P-Bass. Also had great headroom, it being used at rehearsals in a band with two Marshall half-stacks - kept up no problem. And, re this, we used to rehearse in a small club, capacity of 120, not a rehearsal room, so it can definately produce the goods in a "live" situation.

[quote name='Etienne' post='885656' date='Jul 4 2010, 06:36 PM']This is a great-sounding pickup- I remember trying out a MD bass a few years back and being really impressed with the tone. Bargain price too![/quote]
BUMP

[quote name='deathpanda' post='885966' date='Jul 5 2010, 12:19 AM']Sorry, not looking to buy, just to give a few words. I have 2 of these in my Tokai LP copy, they're by far the best pickups I've ever owned, and also miles better than a lot of the bigger brand pickups I've looked into. They really shine in a rock/metal context, great for pinches and squeals, and tight heavy rhythm. The cleans are bright and warm, enough said. Amazing value for money - for anyone that's thinking about buying them.[/quote]
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[quote name='EvilSmile' post='889522' date='Jul 8 2010, 02:05 PM']Thanks for the replies.

As for budget well it really depends on the bass, i could quite happily fork over £1000 if the right bass came along and it justified the price tag. Ideally though somewhere in the second hand market around £500 - £800 would be more my comfort zone but i'm fully aware a good bass might set me back a little. So in this respect i'm all about the bass i'd rather get it as close to or perfect first time.

Its also highly likely that i'll be putting in a nordstand p pickup into it as i've got a set in my buzzard and they are fantastic.

Lets say i'm just going to focus on an American standard. I hear that fender have vastly improved their quality control, has anyone had a chance to play a few of these? Is i best that i go out an try every single bass i can get my hands on or would playing a couple - and maybe a few different models be sufficient. Is there anything besides the normal checks for buying a bass that i should particular look out?

Also limiting myself to just fenders - should i look elsewhere into the higher end fender copies?[/quote]
Well with that kind of sum available, you should be able to get something very good indeed.

I`ve not been fortunate enough to play an 08 onwards US Standard, but I`ve not seen a bad word written about them. Considering how highly I rate my US Precisions, if the 08 onwards models really are that much better, which seems to be the general opinion, well they must be very good indeed.

Another Precision to look at, considering the funds available, is the 57 Reissue. I`ve got the Fender Mex Classic 50s version, which I rate very highly (I`ve reviewed it here on Basschat) - so the actual 57 reissue itself should be very good. Word of caution though, the neck is rather large, may not suit everyone.

[quote name='stinson' post='889449' date='Jul 8 2010, 12:41 PM']You really need to go and play a few to get an idea of what you want. Im a Precision man through and through and however much I'd love a 50's or 60's P bass I know that the flat wide necks would just not suit my sausage fingers so they're immediately out of the equation. Ive got two 70's Precisions that fit the bill perfectly for me, neck, weight, colour, feel etc but its taken many to get to this stage.[/quote]
Hi

As you`ll see from my signature, I`m a Precision Man, so happy to offer my view on this. As with all things, its going to depend on how much you have to spend, but as a start-off, you won`t go far wrong with looking through the Basses For Sale on here, and picking up a 2nd hand American Standard. Recently they`ve gone for between £500 - £650, some inc hard-case, compared with £400 new for a Mex. In my last 2 band practices I used first my Mex P-Bass, then the USA - the difference in authoritative bottom end from the US was amazing. Felt, as well as heard!

And with getting a US Standard 2nd-hand, if you later realise there are certain features you want, such as 50s neck, different finish, or a P/J pickup configuration, the resale value of yr Standard will be roughly the same as what you paid for it. Both my US Standards were 2nd-hand, and they are fantastic instruments.

[quote name='Smash' post='885817' date='Jul 4 2010, 09:10 PM']No love for this USA Precision, it really is amazing and a bargain price[/quote]
Very surprised at lack of response - if I weren`t looking for an amp at present, I`d snap this up, even tho I don`t need another bass.

Someone take this, it is a great price!

Fender Custom Shop `59 Precision Bass Pickup - ITEM NOW SOLD

Single split-coil pickup as standard issue in the Fender Mike (Green Day) Dirnt Signature Precision Bass

Annoyingly, I can`t find any specs re this pickup on Fenders website at all, however, for those of you familiar with the Green Day sound, this pickup, especially when installed in a P-Bass, has a crisp clarity that enables you to cut through the mix, but not at the expense of holding the bottom end, as it has great well defined lows.

£30.00 - this includes postage/packing within Great Britain.
Payment by Paypal preferred.

[quote name='KiOgon' post='885121' date='Jul 3 2010, 10:51 PM']You'll be chuffed with I'm sure. Mine's a beauty! Yes it's modified - Hipshot bridge, bass doc p/g & SD 1/4lb + black nylons = it's a real joy to play. I reckon the vintage frets on the maple neck make it for me.

Cheers,
John[/quote]
At first I changed the bridge to a Badass, and put a Seymour Duncan SCPB Quarter Pounder pickup in it. Both of these seemed to increase "everything" by 20%. I started however, to find that the simplicity of the original design was what I loved about it, so took `em off, and sold them on Evilbay (I always keep the original bits, when modding, just in case). Yes, I now have to turn my amp up a bit higher, but I`m using, as near as can be, the first ever electric bass, so like having/hearing a bit of history. Agree with the post above too, vintage frets and maple neck - soooooo easy to play.