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[quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1492456056' post='3280444'] The key is knowing when to stop. [/quote] Indeed, knowing where to refrain with no reprise.

Sure it wasn't accidental?

Not quite sure if this fits the OP, some more band's 'disco' tunes - Floyd - Another brick in the wall ELO - Last train to London / Shine a little love Pulp - Disco 2000 Abba - Gimme gimme gimme... Daft Punk - Get lucky

Agree with the above. Despite being fairly light & loud for their ratings, the Fender 100 watt Rumble will still struggle with even a light handed drummer. ( Haven't tried the TC combo you mention. ) Why don't you consider a reasonable head / cab rather than a combo? One more journey to load in / out but better than breaking your back IMO. As ever, s/h will get you a good deal, especially if you buy from this site. Good luck!

[quote name='drTStingray' timestamp='1492417093' post='3279978'] Quite - we must all have wildly varying tastes. For once I liked most of what was on this episode although I too found the Goldfrapp dancers mildly worrying. I can't imagine why anyone would want to rewrite Bootsy-like bass parts either but there you go! Indeed this particular episode contained bass throughout. It was great to see B J Cole. As for Jules himself, I think he's ok and a good muso - I generally don't slag off musos as I feel some affinity in where they're coming from. I've mellowed over the years to the orchestra, helped by being bought a ticket to one of their gigs as a prezzie, thinking I wouldn't like it, and then finding they were highly impressive and truly excellent live - only marred by not giving Mr Swift a little cameo feature, as he's excellent as well. For true fans he has a radio show as well late on Monday nights on radio 2 which features some cool artists. Now if the show had included the likes of Morrisey and Weller I'd most likely have reached for the remote control, as I regularly do with Later!! Different tastes eh.... [/quote] Great post, couldn't agree more. As has been said countless times before, probably the only (mostly) live music programme that consistently showcases both new and old artists to a mainstream audience. Sure, some weeks I don't particularly like any of the featured bands, but that doesn't make it a bad show, just means it's not to my particular taste. Long may it continue.

[quote name='Bassassin' timestamp='1492367296' post='3279724'] Indeed... I quite enjoyed it - as I usually do, oddly. I say "oddly" because I'm by nature a metal/prog head so Jools never caters to "my" taste. However the show frequently exposes me to music I would usually never listen to, and sometimes this is quite refreshing. This week's show did feature some great musicianship and songcraft, and while I won't be supporting the careers of any of the featured artists, there was a lot to appreciate. [b]The only thing that really left me nonplussed was the country & western lady - in fact my vocalist partner erupted in gales of laughter as soon as she opened her mouth and all those mawkish, generic cliches poured out. The fact she was there shows that there's always an audience and a market for the same old same old, I suppose[/b]. [/quote] I enjoyed the performance by Courtney Marie Andrews, being the sort of music I often listen to ( along with many other genres ) which is one reason why I usually watch 'Later with Jools'. Another reason being it's fairly light on metal and prog, which doesn't seemed clichéd at all to me.....

[quote name='ead' timestamp='1492084696' post='3277797'] I saw that tour at Wembley. I seem to remember Black Uhuru on the bill too. [/quote] Me too, with Sly and Robbie :-)

Fender Rumble range have some that are okay. The 25 watt model can be had for less than £130, the 15 watt for around £85. They are quite loud for the ratings, so the smaller one may well be enough for you. Also the Ampeg BA-108 V2 ain't bad, gives out 20 watts for around £100. If you have any intention to play in a band setting at a later date, you may be best getting a larger combo on the second hand market. Your £150 should get you something that would do the job, so keep an eye on the 'amps for sale' section here. Cheers.

[quote name='Daz39' timestamp='1492114146' post='3278129'] Courtney Marie Andrews and her lap steel guitarist were really good. The rest was a bit of a so so, good musicianship, but kasabian thought it was still 1995. [/quote] That was B.J.Cole on pedal steel. He's long been the foremost steel player in the U.K., having played on numerous sessions and tours. Superb player and a great guy too.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1491945580' post='3276743'] That makes mine look a bit piss poor by comparison. [/quote] Sorry, wasn't trying to belittle your condition, or scare you either !! :-)

[attachment=242823:P1020572.JPG] I've had Dupuytren's for a number of years now, and touch wood it doesn't seem to be getting much worse. Interesting facts in this thread, and the condition is prevalent in string players generally as well as bassists apparently. Mine looks worse than it is! Been told as in previous posts that no action will be taken until the fingers start to curl under, so am just hoping I can continue playing with no problems. Bill Nighy is a famous sufferer of this condition, and often poses for photos so as to hide his hands from showing it.

[quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1491459760' post='3273111'] There is one on eBay at the moment, Pete, though not blue. [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fender-Aerodyne-Bass-Guitar-/232292742299?hash=item3615b9f49b:g:aiwAAOSwol5Y48CZ"]http://www.ebay.co.u...iwAAOSwol5Y48CZ[/url] [/quote] That's rather nice Paul, as was your white one too. And there's me , thinking GAS was a thing of the past.....

[quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1491410004' post='3272834'] You need to play one to make sure you can live with the sharper edges as compared to the more traditional J bass. [/quote] Agreed ^^^ Nice basses, usual Japanese high build quality and finish and most importantly (for me anyway ) they don't weigh a ton. However, the sharper edges aren't for everyone, so as already posted you do need to try one to ensure your style / playing position isn't compromised. Incidentally, still kick myself over missing a gorgeous blue Aerodyne Precision a few years ago, which IIRC suffered from the same sharp edge / lack of contouring. Good luck!

Washburn AB20. Had mine for 20 years+ and it's still sounding good.

Been using my GK MB800 for gigs these last few weeks, and sounds fine. However, at a gig last night I returned to my GK 1001RB and must say I really do prefer the sound. Maybe it's just because I'm more used to it over these last few years - whatever, it's going nowhere. Will keep the 800 too though, will still come in handy I'm sure.

[quote name='Buzzy' timestamp='1490800188' post='3268159'] A great musician, I saw him with the Stones on the 76 tour, he played Nothing from Nothing and this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efLOr3tM1KI They had The Meters as the opening act as well ! [/quote] I saw this too, amazing gig. Billy was also amazing on the George Harrison 'Concert for George' show that Clapton helped put together. Great musician and by all accounts a great fella too. Sadly missed.

Just for you Chuck fans, BBC4 have a 1972 'In Concert' showing tonight (24th March) starting at 9pm. It's been shown before, but is worth a look. Cheers.

Great looking Sterling, the grain is ace. Not a bad weight too, nice one!

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1490305418' post='3264247'] I think these SBMM ones are great basses but they aren't cheap, I know which would be a safe place to invest £800 given the choice of a new SBMM or a used EBMM that's all. [/quote] Absolutely. £800 should easily buy a nice s/h EBMM Stingray, which will hold it's value should you ever need to move it on. Quality never goes out of style.

[quote name='Treb' timestamp='1490294408' post='3264089'] In other words, there's no substitute for the real thing (in either 2 or 3-band). After 20+ years of StingRay tone lust I bought a new EBMM Sterling. A Sterling because I wanted a smaller body and narrow neck. It's a 2010 3-band EQ and has that sound I wanted for so long. It has the oiled neck and excellent fit & finish. I bought it online (untested) but it was all I hoped for and more. I believe you can buy a new EBMM bass unseen and it will not let you down. These are quality basses. [/quote] Yup, never played a duff new EBMM. Loved my EBMM Sterling too, but constantly surprised by how many weigh as much ( or even more ) than an EBMM Stingray, despite the smaller dimensions. If anybody has a really light one, please let me know....

Afraid I do - main and spare for my theatre band. If I could physically manage anything else I would possibly consider selling, but due to a shoulder injury a few years ago, anything over about 7lbs in weight gives me problems with a 2 hour show. Sold the red one for £375 recently (not on here), which was probably a bit cheap as it was nearly mint. The white one is kept for other gigs I do, along with my (stupidly light) Danelectro Longhorn. Will keep my eyes open if I see anything on sale anywhere and give you a shout. I'm near Hull so anything local coming up won't be too far for a Wessie like yourself..... :-)

[quote name='dangoose' timestamp='1490224978' post='3263485'] A 90's Peavey 210TX with the carpet covering bought for £30. After a clean up and a bit of TLC to fix some loose wiring it sounds quite astonishing when stood on its end as an upright 2x10 and can put out a fair bit of thump and twang despite its modest power rating. My Boogie and Barefaced cabs are gathering dust since it came along! [/quote] +1 Forgot about mine, great sounding cab. ( My cat used to like getting in through the rear port as I remember too....) Have to be careful with the amp you use though, as only 175 watts RMS so easy to pop a speaker. Also loved the Peavey 410TX I had as well, just felt it was bolted to the floor.

[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1490189438' post='3263031'] A friend of mine has one of these, it's a lovely bass. If the gold hardware bothers you the gold plate can easily be removed with Brasso. I know this I I did it by accident to an old gold plated Badass bridge many years ago. [/quote] Didn't know that! May be worth mentioning for anyone looking to buy - I've had a few of these basses over the years, and the later antique (tobacco) sunbursts seem to be the most resilient finish to everyday use. I had an early frost white model and you only had to look at it for chips/cracks to appear. Think this may have been the case with all the early pearlescent finishes ( grey / red etc) and also the photo flame models (red / purple etc) , but the later ones do seem more immune to this happening.

[attachment=241311:Precision Lytes 3.JPG] My Lytes - recently sold the red one. All 50th Anniversary / chrome models, with very close serial numbers coincidentally. I know, such a tease..........