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I've only ever shipped one bass and it was the buyer that asked if i would package it. He had experience of shipping basses and gave me instructions on how best to package it inside its own case. He asked if i could take pics of the packing as i did it and how i packaged the neck joint area as he suggested. I then bubble wrapped the full case leaving just the handle open for carrying. He arranged the courier and insurance. His communication was first class (a fellow BC'er if i remember right) I shipped it 24hr overnight service and he told me when it arrived. I really wasn't keen on shipping to start with but he talked me round mainly because he was so knowledgeable on how best to do it and he gave me his assurance in writing before i agreed that all risk would be down to him. I'm still not keen on shipping basses but i do ship amps and things that are a bit smaller and easier to pack. Dave

I did buy an EBS Reidmar 750 bass amp from our guitarist (he used to play bass in an Ozzy tribute) It's a back up for my Mesa tube amp. Fair impressed by it but its an extremely loud amp even at low settings its still very loud. Great range from its EQ. I use that amp with my Berg HT322 and its a sweet sound with the flats on my Sandberg VM4. Dave

I had one yesterday from a Funeral Directors (advertised on TV) asking if i had given any thought to my funeral arrangements. ME i'm not interested HIM are you aware how much a funeral costs ME yes well aware HIM how much do you think it costs ME It doesn't really matter as i have more than enough money to cover any funeral costs. As i said before i'm really not interested. HIM is there any particular reason you don't want to discuss this ME politely and quietly said f**k off and hung up the phone Some people just won't take no for an answer and i just got so angry that he wouldn't listen. I normally don't like swearing at people especially on the phone but some to***rs just deserve it and he was one of them. Not as weird as the OP's but sad that the only nuisance calls i'm getting are from Undertakers. Think someone is trying to tell me something. Dave

+1 excellent suggestion.

No probs few people thought that. On your issue i would agree with @Bassfinger you shouldn't be giving out your NI number. There was a post on this thread earlier with a list of who will need to see your NI number. A Landlord is def not one of them. Dave

I thought you were from Perth @xgsjx for some reason. Dave

Think he meant the venue landlord where he was playing. Dave

Worse for you. That stagecoach from Stenny takes a few hrs to get to the civilisation of Falkirk and tarmac roads that lead to South of the border. What will we do when the border checks are put in place and Hadrian's wall is re-instated

That's one gorgeous bass. Love the wood and the body shape is so sleek. Liking that a lot. Dave

That's probably the weirdest call i've ever heard off. Underwater bass playing. Best use a passive bass for that one. I guess he couldn't use a guitar as its not a fish (Bass) Dave

Can i work from home. The commute would be a killer for me.

I've always been a fan of them. They seem to be good at layering their material and very good at jamming.

Was she on the Jools show last night. I only saw a quick clip of Lewis Capaldi that i thought was pretty good. Did see a tiny end clip of someone with a violin that looked interesting and different. Didn't hear enough of her performance to really judge tho. Dave

Its all about fun. That's probably the HEY ! at the start of Angel Face by Glitter Band. I did buy some LaBella Low Tension flats as well couple weeks ago which i'm very impressed with.

Wee bit of classic band Budgie

@AndyTravis what's the sparkly bass you posted ? My best in 2019. Sandberg VM4. No worst buys this year that i can think off.

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I bought 2 of those but not the comfiest straps i've had. I was suffering with an aching shoulder and hoped they might help but they didn't. I found the Gruv-gear strap to be far more comfy for long spells. I keep the mono straps for home use only. Maybe just down to individual preference tho Dave

set of strings, bass shop gift vouchers, strings shop gift vouchers, new strap, wireless system, guitar stand, gig bag, miniature bass replica, tuition books, effects pedal, gig-bag, tuner, rechargeable batteries and smart charger unit, good quality leads, bass related T shirt. Dave

This one i really enjoyed the lyrics. A quirky take on reality of famous people.

I have elixirs on my Warwick Thumb bass and they are ok but the tension is higher than other strings i've used. You do get used to it tho. They've been on quite a few yrs but the bass is very rarely used these days. Dave

I preferred the D'addario nickels 40-100 for past 10yrs altho i tried a few others i kept coming back to them. When i bought my Sandberg it came with Sandberg's own strings which were steels but they were actually really good and not as rough on my fingers as many other rounds i've tried over past 40yrs. They seem to last longer than most nickels too. I tried the DR's and altho i liked the feel and tension it wasn't enough to justify the additional cost compared to the D'addarios and now the Sandberg steels which are even cheaper. Give the Sandberg steels a try. I think people might like them. Afraid i'm trying out flats at moment so i'll move back to the other thread. Just thought i'd share my experience with rounds tho. Dave

Yep as a teenager every word meant something in every song. As i've gotten older i just like the overall song to work. On occasion i come across a song that the lyrics mean something usually when its linked to a specific event. Dave

I had a Jaydee fretless few years ago and they are very nice basses but that's a stunner. Thanks for details. Dave