Cameronj279

Good idea to me

Would fancy trying a 5 string set of these actually. I've been using Elixirs for years now and part of me wonders if there's anything better...haven't came across anything better yet!

My reason for justifying any purchases would be "I want it and I can afford it.".

I originally started because it looked fun. I often have days where I just can't be arsed playing. The reasons I still play are because it's the only thing I'm half decent at and every so often I have a little streak where I absolutely love it and want to do nothing else. I've never had that feeling with anything else before.

For an angry sound a Warwick Thumb would be my choice.

As far as tackling it goes I would say make sure you take it slow to begin with. Haven't played it for a year or so but found that if you rushed it even slightly it was a tricky one to just skim over the mistakes.

I would say Dingwall would have developed a fair amount more interest since Nolly (Periphery) started using them. I have his signature bass but not because of his signature... just because it's a fantastic bass. In all honesty I actually prefer it to the Afterburner 1 I had a while back. I think there are people who will go out and buy gear just because X has used it, although I think this is more common with guitarists.

So how many Peaveys is that now? A scary number I bet!

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1452512084' post='2950546'] What the hell is the deal with that? It's an audition why are you trying to catch me out? was weird... didn't get it in the end which is fair enough as I was totally unsuitable for the kind of image they were trying to go for. ... all experience I guess. [/quote] Part of me can kind of understand that way of doing it...not saying I would audition like that but I can see it's positives. I know that a lot of what my end up doing comes from improvised jams so this naturally ends up in us just making stuff up at gigs every so often. I'm pretty sure its extremely unprofessional but it's fun so I don't really care I imagine it was to see how you would adapt under pressure and when you weren't prepared.

I've stayed quiet on this thread but followed the build as it's went along. Very nice work Indeed!

I've stayed quiet on this thread but followed the build as it's went along. Very nice work Indeed!

[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1452383617' post='2949566'] If Jamerson, Jaco and Larry Graham could change modern music within a 20 fret limit then I'm not sure what problem were talking about! [/quote] Different styles and music has progressed so much since then. As far as the whole 20 vs 24 frets thing though. I only buy basses with 24 or more. not necessarily because I use the notes but more because to my eyes they look better and feel nicer to play.

Maybe worth asking for more details? He does say it's his dad's so there is a chance he just doesn't really have a clue?

I wouldn't say so because it's just a case. If it was something fun like a new pedal I would call you an old fart of course

[quote name='Kevin Dean' timestamp='1452205149' post='2947710'] Just to let you know the Shuker 36" fits the Mono case , thanks for every ones Help . [/quote] Glad to hear it

"It has a switch...what it's for...who knows?"

I don't gig that often (generally only a couple every month). I only have 2 basses and because of public transport I can only really take one to each gig. Both of the basses I use are -what I would consider to be- extremely versatile so that makes needing a particular one not an issue. If I could have more basses then I certainly would but at the moment it's not meant to be!

[quote name='gs_triumph' timestamp='1452165651' post='2947123'] Not keen on bastardising my new bass just yet... Might come to that tho Cheers G. [/quote] It's not noticeable in any way from the outside. It basically just fills the hole so that the screw has something to hold onto.

Another vote for Elixirs. I seem to sweat battery acid or something and these are the only strings that seem to last more than a few weeks for me.

I'm not sure of the actual answer to your question but I had this issue when changing strap buttons. I just filled the hole with wood and then screwed in the smaller screw and its rock solid now.

[quote name='Twincam' timestamp='1451982694' post='2945122'] I wouldn't boil coated strings. Or strings with any plastic due too how much tension will be on it could make reliability a issue. Boiling strings does work it varies. I find rounds last forever with me anyhow and I hate bright strings so now only use flats. If you like fresh strings, The strings direct own brand are cheap and rumour has it made by rotosound when I used rounds I found them decent enough. [/quote] I find that Rotosounds are basically dead the moment they come out of the packet (every ones I've tried have been that way at least. Chances are they wouldn't fit on the Dingwall unfortunately. I use Elixirs on my other bass and have no issues with how long they last (ages) but find any other brand is dying within a month. [quote name='Doctor J' timestamp='1451983327' post='2945134'] For coated strings, the only ones I found any use at all were Elixirs. I don't see the logic in trying to boil a coated sring. If the coating has been compromised boiling isn't going to put it back together. [/quote] I agree. I've tried a lot of different string types and eventually settled on Elixirs as they just keep on going. I wouldn't try boiling them as I imagine the coating wouldn't like it but mostly because there isn't really any need to! I've boiled the strings earlier (Payson Stainless Steels) and they actually sound good as new at the moment. I'm sceptical of how long they will be that way though.

Advertising for a singer for a funk/rock type originals band a while back. Someone turned up, hadn't listened to what we had sent him for an idea of our music and proceeded to say that he only every really does pop-punk. Also back when I was looking for a band I put up an ad and had about 5/6 replies. One of which actually just said "We need bass player". Not only were they miles outside of where I was looking for, they also were way off the criteria I was looking for. I said originals band trying to get something a bit unusual and they were a rock cover band.

[quote name='Kevin Dean' timestamp='1451896891' post='2944283'] Thank you very much for doing that , is that picture of the tape measure with the protective base in place ? I just got an Email from Mono & they reckon it will fit easily ? [/quote] That picture is with the tape measure pressing on the bottom of the gig bag (whilst keeping the bag and measure straight up.) Will take one with the bass in it tomorrow for you. To be honest. I reckon it would fit if I'm honest but obviously it's an investment!

[quote name='EliasMooseblaster' timestamp='1451560019' post='2941490'] I got shot of a lot of mine through the Recycling forum There's plenty of people on here who are happy to take a set of deadened rounds of you! [/quote] I've decided to go down this route - link down below for those interested http://basschat.co.uk/topic/276158-used-strings-6-sets/#entry2944545