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    I like some jazz, but not all that much. I've listened to a fair bit and still do, partly because I know I don't understand it. I was considerably put off, a few years ago, when I read a comment by Dave Brubeck saying that gigs could be spoiled by people in the audience [i]listening in the wrong way[/i].
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    It's also possible that the string retainer has had its corners filed off. They are a menace to anyone near your left shoulder.
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    I don't like it, but that's not the point. The point is, you do like it. Go for it, and I hope it's everything you want.
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    Hmm. I like the Peavey neck on its old body... so, perhaps I should be working out a way to remove 0.5mm from each side of its heel. Obviously it needs to be reasonably symmetrical. I can't afford proper luthiery. So, I'd be grateful for suggestions
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    [quote name='Conan' timestamp='1382615612' post='2254407'] Join the queue.... [/quote] Long queue, isn't it?
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    Apologies for the delay - pics of the Retrovibe here: http://s1295.photobucket.com/user/alyctes/library/retrovibe%20telebass?sort=3&page=1 Pics taken in artificial light; more can be taken if wanted. Four-string, two humbuckers, IIRC the controls are Vol/Tone and 3-way pup selector. 34" scale. Neck is skinny and quick. It could do with a setup. Currently has one straplock; strap buttons will be reinstated before any disposal. Otherwise pretty much immaculate; certainly never gigged.
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    Always pleased to see the astoundingly-knowledgeable return Also, rather worried about my own GAS...
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    Milestone III neck is about a millimetre too wide. Bah, humbug.
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    what colour is the original scratchplate?
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    Are you asking £260, or £290? Sorry, I'm a bit confused.
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    Peavey Milestone III might also fit. That's a little more like it. I'll try the Peavey neck on the Hohner tomorrow, if I find time.
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    I've a one-off Retrovibe telebass I'd trade, similar value. There is only one, it's a pre-production model for a line they never actually produced. Is that Les Paul-ish enough? Fender-like headstock.
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    Is it 34" scale? I've a Cirrus BXP and that's 35".
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    Hmm. So far, it looks as if a Peavey T-40 neck might fit... but that's out of my price range.
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    hi I have a Hohner bass in need of a new neck (broken trussrod). It's bolt-on, four-string. Heel measurement is 61 mm. I like skinny necks, so I'm not overly concerned with an "authentic" rebuild - I want something which will play. Can anyone suggest other designs which have/had necks of this size? Thanks
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    Likewise
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    Ow. Good luck to your drummer, and to you as well.
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    I sold him a P-style bass body. Good deal, clean and simple with good communications. I'd be happy to deal with him again. cheers Mike
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    wow... that is Just as well I haven't got any money...
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    SOLD

    alyctes replied to kukkunyan's topic in Basses For Sale

    guessing that it's not 410mm scale
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    morgano

    alyctes posted a topic in Feedback

    I bought his Hartke kickback. I really like his homebuild five-string, it's a classy piece of kit and well thought out. Nice guy, went out of his way to get things sorted. No hesitation in dealing with him again. Thanks
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    I picked up Mel's white SR300. All went well and I am a happy bunny. This is about the fourth time I've bought stuff from her, so yeah, no hesitation in dealing with her and no doubt I will again. Cheers
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    I've only bought one bass with its original hard case, and that was battered beyond use (broken hinge) - it's only good to sit under my bed. Which is where it is, with the bass in it.
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    [quote name='Zenitram' timestamp='1381934215' post='2245712'] I expect we'll end up going our separate ways due to Musical Differences.... [/quote] Met him once. What a git the guy is, breaks bands up all over the place.
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    Some people like the Tbird ergonomics (I believe BC member shaggy is one). I don't; I found the Epi Tbird I had was very uncomfortable to play standing up. It was fine sitting down, but that's not terribly rock+roll, is it
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