Ou7shined

[quote name='dlloyd' timestamp='1331555597' post='1574596'] It's a bit later than that, around 1987 to 1990. £1,200 is a bit on the spendy side. [/quote] Yep. Looks to be a summer '88 with that serial. "Doh" to the saddles.

[quote name='apa' timestamp='1331502422' post='1573942'] Will it mean you'll always be playing in time? [b]See what I did there? did yah? ah?[/b] A [/quote] Yep. Crystal clear.

[quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1331549930' post='1574428'] I've never been a big fan of heavily detuning a 4 string bass....much prefer a 5 string for those lower notes, plus it means normal strings, normal (ish) tuning, no nuts to file, etc.....[/quote] Ah well, first imagine a 4 string drop tuned as being a 5 string in open tuning without the redundant string there to get in the way. Then if you use a "normal" 5 string set, strangely enough you're actually tuning [b]up [/b]to get drop C, not down as is the perception. Then because with the style of music you are often using the open strings as an integral part of your riffs a 5 string in standard tuning won't cut it so well. True, on a 5er in standard tuning your final note goes down a semi tone lower than (for example) me in CGCF and all the other notes are there... but for this reason standard tuning doesn't have that required "evil" sound. I have nothing against 5ers. I have one and have a 4 banger strung BEAD. It's just a case of the right tool for the right job.

[quote name='charic' timestamp='1331549338' post='1574412'] With custom sets of strings you have to order a minimum of two sets. I think it works out around £48 for two sets IIRC. Bulk ordering cuts it down too. All this used to be on their website but I can't find it now! [/quote] Cheers.

These come up like never over here. I always wanted one for my Pilot's tribute. -> [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270932954075&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123"]linky[/url]

[quote name='charic' timestamp='1331547167' post='1574358'] I'm using clean signal myself at the moment.... [/quote] Me too although I use a Blowtorch when I want to turn it up to 11. [quote name='charic' timestamp='1331547167' post='1574358'] ... I Also I've found newtone strings to be an absolute godsend. They make me custom sets of strings especially for drop C tuning....[/quote] Oooh nice find. I had a look on their webby but there's not much info on them. How much is it for a 4 string custom set?

[quote name='peteb' timestamp='1331538614' post='1574205'] Won't cost me a penny - I have an old Badass bridge in my spares box!! [/quote] Ah. Those are the best ones.

Pete Trewavas. I've only recently realised just how many of his bass-lines subconsciously found their way into mine. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtiUoEbwD7Q[/media]

[quote name='peteb' timestamp='1331510132' post='1574093'] I have put a low offer in for the CIJ - if I get it (a bit unlikely but you never know) I will upgrade it with a Badass bridge and some black schaller hardware I have hanging around and buy an EMG & a tort scratchplate, which should leave me with change from £350 for a giggable bass! ....[/quote] It might be worth noting that there will be little to none actual benefit of fitting a BA bridge ... unless of course you are addressing a known issue of spacing or alignment for example. Therefore a basic no-name alternative (equally high mass bridges are available for £10-15) will afford you a better budget for the more essential items - neck, pups, strings etc.

OMG you can totally see the old Vintage logo under the decal. [color=#0000FF][size=6]Check my 100% feedback and bid in confidence : )[/size][/color] [size=4]I hope you get crabs and die you total ass-hat. [/size]

I think we all know the real truth behind your pic... ... The all new Ronco inbuilt Laser-Prod to keep shuffley audience members on thier toes.

We use CGCF(AD) tuning too although our sound (stoner/sludge) has a more organic less frantic vibe to it than yours. I find myself cutting back a little more top end than I used to these days in order to occupy my space in the spectrum. What gauge strings are you using. Ive settled at 125s. I've found they give you that fat open C without the compliance of other gauges not meant for drop C tuning. I'd choose No3 btw.

[quote name='munkonthehill' timestamp='1331412974' post='1572675'] Had my first outting with the Durty Mac last week. Our debut gig went well to about 100 folk so fingers crossed it will get better and better. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0anAZOzoL1c&context=C41da341ADvjVQa1PpcFOA4VMLfPRG0st6btiJiItfzaGC9b1czY0=[/media] [/quote] Nice one man. Enjoyed that.

[quote name='Icarus_147' timestamp='1331465768' post='1573095'] ....And that second part is a good point too. I certainly wouldn't expect it to suddenly become a fully blown Fender or anything... [/quote] Too right, you want to aim for something better.

Having noodled on this bass I must say it plays as good as it looks... and actually does sound close to a 'ray. A very well executed concept bass.

If it's just displaying this on the A, have you tried stringing it so that the the string is pulled down tight over the nut by the excess length at the tuner?

The bass player I used to listen to most as a kid (before heavy guitars and crazy rhythms took over my life ) - Horace Panter. [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYjSpUqYMwQ[/media]

From the front it kinda looks like there should be a baby hanging from it. You could probably make the tensioner strap from the leftovers of the one you'll need to chop up.

[quote name='Rowley Birkin QC' timestamp='1331367836' post='1571873'] Hmmm. Ok, so a pretty definite message there from Ou7shined. As a respected member of the forum I'm sure there is sound reasoning behind the recommendation. Just checked them out and there would seem to be 3 types available at varying costs, so, of the 3, what should be my considerations, and what will be the benefits? [/quote] My reasoning behind it is purely down to my fantastic experience with them. I have a standard set in a bass with an OBP-3 (18v) and the tone is utterly, utterly awesome.... better than any combo in any Jazz I've had. Mine are fairly old and from memory are 7.6 (or thereabouts) ohms. Having a quick squint on the net, I'm not sure if you can still specifically get them. I've always fancied trying a split coil set but never got around to it. I'd recommend them to anyone.

Well I'm awake. Very tempting price... unfortunately I'm not a L-1500 guy.

Lindy Fralin