gypsyjazzer

Hi Mark

No--it is an earlier version.

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One side (See photo) has a slight split on the top of the plastic case--unit works OK. PM me if interested.

Many thanks 'SubsonicSimpleton for your bow case tip---just bought a two piece snooker cue case for my French Bow--excellent!

I had a Vox Foundation 18" cab many many moons ago--so heavy I put castors on it--lugging it in & out of the car----[size=5]Ahhh[/size]hhhhh!--my back! --Happy days!!

Good advice gentlemen. Many thanks.

Hi Owen

Not sure---say up to £200 top?--New or S/H. My bowing skills would not warrant more. If bought S/H I would have it re-haired.

I am thinking of buying a second bow--as a backup--not wanting to 'spend an arm and a leg'. My knowledge of bows is nearly 'zilch'. So your advice most welcome.

[b]Various questions:[/b]
If I bought new bow how would you know the quality of the bow hair?
Is it good quality bow hair or synthetic hair?
Black or white hair--any difference in volume / tone?
Would you go for a carbon fibre bow?
What would you expect to pay for a Brazilwood Bow?--new or S/H.
What would you expect to pay for a bow re-hair?

Would the best bet to go to a reputable dealer who sells bows?--any recommendations?

Many thanks.

Two hardback books by Raymond Elger. A rare opportunity to buy 2 out of print books.Collectors items. Very informative.

[b]'Looking At The Double Bass'[/b]---Contains makers info. and many black and white photos of old double bass's.

[b]'Introduction To The Double Bass'[/b]---History/Construction/Strings /Rosin/Pizzicato/The Bow/Methods. Makers and black and white photos.

Both books used condition. Both books for £85 inc. p&p [attachment=231654:Two Double Bass Books By Raymond Elgar.JPG][attachment=231655:Contents of 'Looking At The Double Bass'.JPG][attachment=231656:Contents of 'Introduction To The Double Bass'.JPG]

PM me.

Wanting to try a set of Spirocore Weichs on a 3/4 bass. Send me a PM with details: How old the strings are / condition--and strings must be the full length. (Not cut off at the tuning key).

[b]I was just wondering:[/b] I have 2 D/B's and one EUB. On one of my bass's I have a set of Evah Weichs on. I like the tension of the Weichs. Sounds pretty good on both pizz. & arco.

Have you tried Evah Weichs and tried another make of strings which sound better than the Evah Weichs on both pizz. & Arco?

For you classical guys who play arco most of the time which make of string do you prefer?

[b]Just to mention: [/b]I have played pizz for many years and only just began on arco. For those who have never played arco get a bow and try arco---very therapeutic--love it--great for intonation. Should have got into arco years go--opens up a whole new world out there. (That's my '2 cents' opinion anyway).

Now Sold.

Many thanks guys for all your info. much appreciated. A lot to think about.

The type of gigs I play?--Small venue's / Trio / Quartet. Music style?-mixture of jazz / bluegrass'ey style. Nothing heavy--I leave that to the other guys!

For many years I have used my trusty GK MB150 combo. Never once let me down--a truly great combo amp--would be sorry to let it go.
As age is getting the better of me I would be looking for something lighter--perhaps two separates?-or combo? Are you guys more up to date than I am?--gone for the lighter option? But has it the quality of the GK.? The sort of gigs I do are the smaller venue type---not 'on the rock' circuit.

What do you use?
Combo or separates?
Are Mini (Micro) amps good?
Speaker size? Bearing in mind my GK has a 12" speaker--do the smaller speakers of today have the same depth of note as the old 12" type speaker?

(I remember in my youth I used to cart around a 'Vox Foundation' bass cab.--18" speaker---[b][size=5]AA[/size]A--[size=3]hh[/size]h--[size=6]hhh[size=3]hh--h [size=5]!![/size][/size][/size][/b]
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New to bass guitar. (Double Bass player). My question is:

Those of you who have experienced playing a [b]semi-acoustic B/G with a built in pickup system[/b] and playing a[b] full bodied acoustic B/G[/b] [b]and fitting your own pickup[/b]. Is there a notable difference in the [b]depth [/b]of the note played on a full bodied acoustic B/G?-- both instruments on the same amp setting.

Your experience's welcome.

Hi Artisan

The Evah Weichs have now been on the D/B now for a few days. Bearing in mind they were bought S/H this is my '2 cents' worth:

I like them.They both bow and pizz. very well. May be tempted one day to buy a new set. (Bare in mind that everybody has different tastes).

Question for acoustic fretless bass guitar players:

What do you consider the best [b]full bodied acoustic fretless[/b] bass guitar on the market?--in terms of pickup / workmanship / playability quality?

Your experiences welcome.

Many thanks.

Sure is. Great sound. Lovely instrument to play. Reason for sale?---no longer play bluegrass style.

Stelling 5 string banjo. If you want one of the top American makers of 5 string banjo out there this could be for you. Superb workmanship--stunning tone & projection. Fitted Stelling 'Bellflower' neck with Stelling 'Staghorn' hoop. [attachment=229834:Stelling 5St. (4).JPG][attachment=229833:Stelling 5 St. Bridge & Tailpiece.jpg][attachment=229832:Stelling 5 St. Head Stock.jpg][attachment=229831:Railroad Spikes.jpg][attachment=229830:Stelling 5 St. Back.JPG][attachment=229830:Stelling 5 St. Back.JPG][attachment=229825:Stelling 5 St. End of neck..jpg][attachment=229824:Stelling 5 St..JPG]Stelling bridge. 'Railroad' spikes fitted for 5th string use. Stelling plush lined case. (See the Stelling website for more info on their banjo's).

Would exchange or part exchange for quality fretless bass guitar.--Takamine TB10 or similar. Pm me.[attachment=229823:Stelling & Case.jpg][attachment=229824:Stelling 5 St..JPG]

Set of Evah Weich now obtained.

Wanting to try a set of Pirastro Evah Weich's for 3/4 bass. PM me with details--previous use, and must have the full string length.(Not been cut at tuners).

Fishman Pro-EQ Platinum Bass. Price includes p&p. PM me.[attachment=229260:Fishman PRO-EQ Platimun.JPG]

David Gage 'Realist'[attachment=229259:David Gage 'Realist' pickup.jpg] Pickup. Taken from my Eminence EUB. Requires jack socket. PM me. Price includes p&p.

Selling my Double Bass LP's that I have collected over the years. 13 LP's in all.

Niels Henning Orsted Pederson / Sam Jones
Ray Brown---'This One's For Blanton'
Danny Thompson---'Whatever'
Neils Orsted Pederson / Joe Pass---'Northsea Nights'
Dizzy Gillespies Big 4 (With Ray Brown)
Johnny Hawksworth---'I've Grown Accustomed To My Bass'
Johhny Hawksworth---'Johann Hawksworth Bach'
Eugene Wright---'The Wright Groove'
Peterson & Pass & Brown---'The Giants'
Oscar Peterson and the bassists Ray Brown, Niels Pederson
'The Bass'---( 3 boxed set of LP's--various bassists--see photo for details)[attachment=229214:2 x Ray Brown LP's.JPG][attachment=229215:Eugene Wright.JPG][attachment=229216:Info. Of 'The Bass' 3 x LP Boxed Set.JPG][attachment=229217:Johnny Hawksworth 2 LP's.JPG][attachment=229218:Niels Henning Orsted Pederson LP & Ray Brown LP.JPG][attachment=229219:Ray Brown LP & Danny Thompson LP.JPG][attachment=229220:'The Bass' (3 LP Boxed Set) & Niels Pederson Sam Jones LP.JPG]

All used condition. If you collect vinyl this could be for you. All LP's for £150 to include postage. PM me if interested.

Sounds great. I would come along but live to far away. Wish it every success.

Many thanks for your replies--much appreciated.

Many thanks for your replies.