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[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1464386552' post='3059181'] If I played a Squier I doubt I'd replace the logo with an F-decal. In fact, the Squier logo can be more desirable in certain circles where you're only considered a 'proper' gigging bass player if you play a Squier bass through a Peavey combo, or some other workhorse rig. Genuine Fenders and expensive lightweight gear are seen as a bit gauche and probably means you're a weekend warrior. Edit: Wasn't there a picture of Trotsky on here just now? Or did the Politburo airbrush it out?? [/quote] And my post has gone too. Oh well, easy come easy go!

There's so many Fenders on the market these days compared to 30 years ago when we only had one... Fender USA. Now we have have Japanese, Mexicans, Nate Mendels, Dee Dee Ramones and lord knows what else. The 1963 Limelight I bought from Discreet, I have no intention of passing off as the real Mc Coy, as I also will not try to defraud someone by passing my Fender badged Squier bitsa as an original . Frankly, I have more important things to worry about.

I bought my USA P bass new and now matter how I set it up, I couldnt get it to play like I wanted. In the end, I took it to Andrew at Chandlers in Kew, who took one look at it and told me that it had a typical Fender hump at the top of the neck. He sorted it out and now it plays like butter! I dont know wether thats a QC issue, or just the way they are these days.

Those early single coil pickups are prone to damage. I had a paisley pink one and the E string got caught under the rim of the pup and snapped it in half.

I was toying with the idea of importing a bass from Japan but decided against it. This may help you from getting stung again. [url="http://www.dutycalculator.com/"]http://www.dutycalculator.com/[/url]

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1464087549' post='3056402'] Are you planning on walking any distance with this gig bag on your back? If so I recommend that you try before you buy. Having bought a (single) Mono M80, I found it very uncomfortable to wear and would not consider buying another expensive gig bag without trying it out first. [/quote] No not really. Just from the house to the car and the car to the venue.

Yes, the mono seems to be the favourite. I have also seen Fender do one but its quite cheap and will probably fall to bits after 1 week.

I believe John Mc Vie from Fleetwood Mac uses a Lakland these days, Although I'm sure he uses sensible strings.

I have finally succumbed to the idea of taking 2 basses to a gig in a single gigbag. I have seen a few for sale on here and ebay etc, and was just wondering whether these are a good investment or a bit of a gimmick?

I sing backing vox, so I am generously allocated space at the front to get my mike stand in. Our lead guitarist doesnt sing, so he has to stand at the back near the toilets!

The drummer from The Specials was nicknamed 'Prince Rimshot' He was an excellent ska drummer.

[quote name='rushbo' timestamp='1463939783' post='3055171'] Dunlop 1mm for me - Textured at the "fat" end which makes them easy to grip. Just flexible enough to makes rapid up/down strokes even but tough enough to get a nice crisp attack. And they're black, which is the most Rock and Roll colour, right? [/quote] Another vote for these, They have a nice grippy texture which is great for hot venues when you get sweaty hands.

I'm not a lover of the narrow necks on Jazzes. I have a Nate Mendel which has been said is 40mm. I dont mind that, but any slimmer would be a no go for me, I had an Epiphone T Bird but that was so narrow, I had to let it go. So, yes, Precision all the way for me.

[quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1463834011' post='3054426'] If you're a God praising person, I'm surprised at you using the term "Blimey". The origin of this is from "God, blind me". Isn't this taking the Lord's name in vain? Sorry, but I know my poor old Mum would have been deeply offended. [/quote] Lonnie Donegan wore 'Cor Blimey trousers'. I dont think he was blind.

Guess what I have bought??? http://basschat.co.uk/topic/275912-nbd-limelight-dakota-red-precision-bass-1963-audio

Top marks for Mark who sold me the lovely Limelight 1963 P bass. Top chap to deal with, even if he did put the wrong address on it!

The original bass player from The Hollies played one of those, as did a rather unimpressed looking John Lennon.

The Monkees aren't The Monkees without Davy Jones

....And cheap pedals. I got beer kicked over my pedals last NYE, but my cheapo Behringer chorus was unharmed.

[quote name='blue' timestamp='1463500597' post='3051854'] No, not at all, no breathers and were not up there playing laid back blues progressions. We do take 2 ten minute breaks. Everybody is moving and we're fronted by young female lead guitarist and shared lead vocals.We're not a couple of old grey hair guys up there playing the blues offering. By the time a lot of guys playing clubs and bars reach my age they get sick if it. I suppose at some point in time gigging might become to much of a strain. But right now for me, I might as well be 23, still love it still having a "blast". Blue [/quote] Have you a youtube clip of your band? I woudnt mind seeing what you guys do for 4 hours.

[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1463512086' post='3052006'] Seller states that the truss rod is close to maxed-out. [/quote] Yes, Thankfully I noticed that before I did anything silly.

Like the look of this, but will I get clobbered by UK customs charges? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Japan-70s-Reissue-Precision-Bass-PB70-OWH-CIJ-Bass-Guitar-R-Serial-/111999886897?hash=item1a13b6a631:g:lvcAAOSwKfVXJQVM

Those Top Hat Stratocaster controls were on some of the early MIM,s before they put on the regular chrome ones.

I remember when The Beatles brought out that Free As A Bird, 20 odd years after they split Expectations were high, but it was not well recieved.