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I just use a metal ruler with micro increments in both cm and inches, when setting relief however I don't usually bother. Capo 1st fret, press down string on the last fret on neck, and measure the distance between 8th fret and the bottom of the string. A slight tap is more than enough IMO.

[quote name='MoonBassAlpha' timestamp='1495655523' post='3305711'] Adolf's New Jazz Army. Three, two, one, let's Jazz! Jazz Joyride Down with this sort of jazz Careful now, there's some jazz on the dance floor. [/quote] Laughed out loud at these!

Lol some good ones so far!

Hi all Appealing to the collective wit of Basschat here! Been asked last minute to put together a jazz trio for an awards dinner run by a large NI-based publication. It's going to be a classy affair and we are doing 2 hours at the welcome drinks reception, all standards. Format is drums, piano and upright with some vocals. Any ideas for a classy, cool, humourous or witty name? I am stumped and terrible at these things! We are pretty young (mid 20s) and fresh so something modern would work too - we don't mind having a bit of fun with it! I should add that part of the payment will be in the form of a full page advert in said publication. Cheers all! Danny

That's something that will have to be addressed, either by way of a dep or some sort of workaround. It's not fair on you to always feel like the one letting them down. Similarly, it may not be fair on them having to turn down gigs.

Cool idea! I guess they would work fine!

Beaut!

I've been playing my Bravewood Jazz Bass (1962 replica) now as my main bass for 11 years. Love it!

That's about a half a cm - seems about normal to me? I think my setup preference is around that (I have it written down somewhere)

My oh my 😮😯😯 https://entertainment.ha.com/itm/entertainment-and-music/james-jamerson-owned-and-played-1961-fender-precision-bass-serial-number-60228-with-strap-case-and-photo-archive/p/7161-48001.s?ic4=GalleryView-Thumbnail-071515

I don't understand the physics either, Michael. Interested to know that it isn't just snake oil on fretted notes.

Yes

Wow, I'm no expert but surely there are questions surrounding the maple fingerboard (not least the 70s TV decal and tuners). Did they even make necks with maple fingerboards in 66? Also, never seen a serial number plate in that format.

Perform to the person at the back of the audience is the advice I was once given. Remember you are an entertainer, and enjoy yourself.

I guess the MU would be best to direct your question to, however I wouldn't have thought such a contract would be enforceable outside of the jurisdiction. Is there a contract first and foremost?

I don't know how much they pay, but I do know how much 4 hour US bar gigs pay.

I did mine a couple of years ago. Blisters! Loved it tho.

I bought a Cruztools Bass Guitar toolkit, which came with a handy guide as well as all the necessary tools referred to therein. One of the best purchases I've made. Only thing missing are radius gauges, which can be had quite cheaply.

She's really improved as an artist IMO. The rockabilly stuff was poor.

Thanks to all for your responses. I guess the answer to my question is no then I don't want to have to drill additional holes in my bass really to add a mute kit.