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[quote name='Big_Stu' timestamp='1324473628' post='1474641'] Being picky, the bridge itself isn't the ashtray, that's the optional cover which goes over the bridge to stop any knarled hands & such, AFAIK it's only some of the CS guitars that come with them fitted now, though you can pick one up generally easily on Ebay or a Fender dealer. Only downside is that you won't then be able to pick over the pickup. I've found that the only time it can get painful is if you do a lot of right hand muting, palm muting, then a saddle screw on the E can get a bit sore into the heel of your hand; I could of course remove it & file it a bit shorter; but I've never got a round tuit. [/quote] This.

I fancy a white one. Look good with a black plate, matches the headstock etc. Great basses, enjoy!

According to Wiki, the Detroit Spinners also sang on the original version of Elton Johns 'Are you ready for love', ( which is my favourite EJ track too) . Another great bass line / Thom Bell production.

[quote name='thumperbob 2002' timestamp='1323103858' post='1459335'] I used to be in a group called the Detroit Spanners! [/quote] I remember them Bob, great name!

Steve Wright just player 'Ghetto Child' by the Detroit Spinners. Had forgotten what a great bassline! Lots of their other stuff was equally groovy too - such as 'I'll be around' and 'Could it be I'm falling in love. Great Philly soul.

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[quote name='bungle' timestamp='1322845625' post='1456642'] I've found these good value for money, they seem to be made in the same place as Rotosound (which might not be a good thing considering some of the comments above), and some people have reported finding Rotosound QC cards in them. [url="http://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/strings/bass_guitar/legacy"]http://www.stringsdi...s_guitar/legacy[/url] I tend to buy quite bright roundwounds and leave them on for 4-6 months before replacing and they don't seem to have died any faster that the DRs I put on another bass at the same time, or previous sets of Rotosounds or D'Addarios. [/quote] + 1 for Legacy strings. £7.95 a set and great value for money. Rotosound 'Rotos' rebranded. Never liked Rotosounds until I tried the Rotos (nickel), so these are around £5/£6 cheaper - no brainer really. Had mine on a couple of months and still fine.

Gone!

Saw VT last Friday in Lincoln. Absolutely superb band, all great players. Massive P-bass tones from Rick Barrio Dill. If you get chance to see them am sure you won't be disappointed.

[quote name='Plux_the_Duck' timestamp='1322343368' post='1449799'] What's going on by Marvin Gaye or Bernadette by the Four Tops... [/quote] Beat me to it. I was made to love her - Stevie W.

And probably a 1 in 5 chance of getting a good Precision around that time too......... (runs for cover)

I got a DVD with a guitar mag - 'Warwick Live 2011-Fuss on the buss'. It features T.M., Bootsy and many more. Runs for around 25 mins. Yours for nowt - just send me your address and will mail it to you. Cheers.

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[quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1321709526' post='1442242'] Watched her on Jools last night as part of the 2011 'best of'. Great voice, quirky girl, like it. Adele has a totally stunning voice. I really like her tracks but totally over played which will ruin it....along with X Factor contestants thinking they have a voice like her. Another band on called The Civil Wars....great duo...acoustic folky/blues...like it a lot. Both had really good gritty voices. [/quote] I remember seeing Jessie on Later doing 'Pricetag', thought it was brilliant. Great song/singer/performance. How many of todays artists would go on national TV with just an acoustic guitar accompanying them, with nowhere to hide?

+1 on the QSC stuff. I've used the PLX range for years with absolutely no problems, and they're not heavy either. Pretty sure they all bridge into 8 ohms if you want as well.

[b]Best budget strings I've used are Legacy - £7.95 a set from Strings Direct.[/b] [b]Apparently they are rebranded Rotosound Roto bass nicklewounds (usually retail around £14 mark).[/b] [b]I don't normally like Rotos, but these are great quality and value for money. I started using them on my spare[/b] [b]bass but now use them on my main one too. They last a good while, and keep their tone well.[/b]

Generally 6m for me - play a lot of theatres with big stages, so need the length(...!!!) However, don't like to be too far from my gear, so this seems to define things nicely.

Stones - Get your ya ya 's out. Notable mentions - Springsteen - Live 75-85 Stevie Wonder - Natural Wonder (often overlooked 1995 double cd) Band - Last Waltz BB King - Live at the Regal

Never........

I'm available for dep work in December - lots of experience doing functions/weddings etc. Great busker, some reading ability and b.vox too. Reliable & presentable, good pro gear and own transport. North / Midlands ish areas, though can travel further if your wallet allows! Give me a shout if you need a night off, cheers.