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    [quote name='urb' post='132983' date='Feb 3 2008, 01:07 PM']Two words: Bass Gallery Go there instead - it's fantastoc. I gave up on the Bass Centre long ago - to my eyes it seems little more than a Warwick warehouse.... M+1[/quote]Good old fashioned service, great to deal with over the phone or on line..... never met the guys as I live up North.
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    Sadowsky 24fr modern 5 Status Stealth II 5 Rick Turner fretless 5 There seems to be plenty of amp/ cab choices already.
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    Sounds like a good idea Count me in too guys.
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    Pm'd re Alesis
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    [quote name='Freuds_Cat' post='128549' date='Jan 27 2008, 10:26 AM']The Bacchus down on Henley Beach here in Adelaide (again). Gig was a good one, guit4ri5t used his new Fender Vibrolux for the very 1st time and sounded like a cross between fantastic and some clown turning knobs trying to find a half decent sound. Warm evening sunset in the west directly over the sea. Lots of people enjoying themselves, free beer, good pay. Sweeeet. [/quote] Sounds pretty good to me (I lived in a Hostel in Adelaide before moving to Whyalla in 1967), so I can just picture the scene. AND free beer
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    Wow that's a beaut, have a bump on me too.
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    For me there's nothing quite like bouncing off other musicians in a band. Especially those moments of telepathy, when the drummer executes a tasty spontaneuos fill with your bass run.
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    [quote name='BigRedX' post='118241' date='Jan 10 2008, 11:12 PM']However the majority of the classic Japan Fretless sound is from a Travis Bean TB2000 I saw Duran Duran live in a smallish venue at the time the Planet Earth single was in the charts and the bass parts were definitely being played by JT. I think Nick would have been the one with less than stellar music skills but I don't think he's ever claimed otherwise.[/quote] Thanks for that, but either will do ....his unique sound and feel made him stand out when I think about it. I think the Wal was used from 1981..ish ?
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    [quote name='ARGH' post='117509' date='Jan 9 2008, 10:49 PM']Mick Karn. No further questions y'honor[/quote] Exactly, choosing the Wal bass wasn't a bad idea either.
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    I also have a 550, currently using with 2x12 cab at 4 ohms, great amps.
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    [quote name='Hamster' post='116633' date='Jan 8 2008, 10:23 PM']It's a 1.4k output head with a valve pre-amp I think. Haven't read about prices yet. Hamster[/quote] Cheers for that, I know that It will be top end price wise. Also It only goes down to 4 ohms, unlike the WT 550 I believe.
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    Hi All Is anyone else looking forward to the imminent Eden Rocco Prestia signature head ? To be launched some time this month I believe. Does anybody have any info?
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    Sorry to hear that, all the best for the future, I can't make it due to my location. Have a good one and by the way... loving the status. Cheers Cameron
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    Mmmm.... nice looking rig. Will you be playing any where near the cobbled streets of lancs any time soon? I would love to have a listen!
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    [quote name='bassjamm' post='113901' date='Jan 5 2008, 02:50 AM']Hi guys and gals, Just wondered what years were good years for Fender during the 70's? I'm going to save up for an old Fender. I've seen a '78 Precision that's in awesome condition, played it and it's sweet, but didn't know if the late 70's ones were any good or not? Ideally i'd like a Precision with a Jazz pickup in the bridge and a Jazz neck (block inlays)...but the P/J pickup thing is the most important!!! Any advice on what years would be good for both Jazzes and Precisions, i'd greatly appreciate it. Thanks Jamie[/quote] +1 for try before you buy as they all feel slightly different. I have just weighed my precisions on the bathroom scales, the 74 came in at 9lb 2, and 76 was 8lb 6oz. I am not an expert by any means but i find the neck on the 76 more comfortable.
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    [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='113908' date='Jan 5 2008, 07:42 AM']Thank you owen, and pardon my response but the first 3 or 4 times people posted light-hearted comments teasing me about how much gear I go through, I thought it was funny. The next 150 or so times, it was starting to get boring and lately all I want to do is track irritants down and break their legs. I do go through a lot a gear but so do a lot of other people who remain quiet and keep their heads down. I don't have 20 basses like some people, I don't have exotic trophy basses gathering dust in the bedroom and I don't have a Precision for each day of the week. I'm in a busy band and new to bass and yes, I keep making mistakes when buying stuff. I am learning about gear but I think I'm getting close to having what I like and need but I would love someone to explain to me why, I (and it seems like only me) have to endure these little digs every time I sell something?[/quote] I think we are all entitled to be miffed if folks criticise how we spend our hard earned cash. Having the balls to admit a mistake and move on quickly before too much depreciation seems to make sense to me. Also posting these gear changes/ improvements helps us all to make more informed decisions. By the way I'm keeping my head down for now!!! Cheers Al
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    You are welcome, I think bands are on Thursdays and Saturdays. I have PM'd you his mobile number. Good luck!!
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    [quote name='Hanson' post='113087' date='Jan 3 2008, 06:08 PM']I want some lessons , Covering various styles like Metal , Jazz , Reggea and everything else Would like to get into tapping and abit of slap And might also want to learn to read , but that would be in the future I live in Leigh , dont really wanna travel to far but i can get to manchester and basically anywhere thats a busride away~ Get in touch Hanson[/quote] I have an idea that may help, try speaking to Ken the landlord at the Boars Head music pub in Leigh ( former landlord at the Musketeer pub) He has the best bands in your area, bass players like Simon from Skeleton Crew etc. I am sure he could point you in the right direction. Just mention Cameron from Slingshot put you in touch. Hope this helps. Cameron
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    [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='91710' date='Nov 20 2007, 07:13 PM']Gigs aren't what they used to be, half empty pubs / disinterested punters / venues disappearing / sound limiters and whinging neighbours. I can see the writing on the wall with the band too - never rehearse / no new songs / no communication between gigs etc etc and I've always said that when this band goes pear shaped, that's it. I don't think I'd have the stomach to start again with another band. Sad but true.[/quote] Going through a similar dilema at the moment Alan due to a personal problem with one of my band members. I have worked hard to get suitable gigs and had to cancel months of bookings. So I know how you feel, hang on in there, you never know what may turn up.
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    It makes me happy when someone passes a compliment on my band's performance, as i work hard on my contribution. Whilst I have respect for players who wish to advance to a higher level individually, it's not what drives me personally.
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    Other...Sadowsky NYC 24fr 5 string. ( main bass )
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    Johnny B Gayden, monster player in the blues genre. Probably best known for his work with Albert Collins. Also Gerry McAvoy, please note bass guitar magazine editors!!!
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