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[quote name='martthebass' post='1309067' date='Jul 19 2011, 12:58 PM']I had a Basic KT5 a couple of years back as a (cheaper) replacement for a Stingray 5 that I sold to fund some GAS. Build quality was pretty good (typical Sandberg) and the neck profile and string spacing wasn't far off the SR5 (good for me). Sound wise though I was a bit less impressed; with the 2 pickup setup there was plenty of variation but to me they all seemed to be slightly on the dark side (the pups were Delanos IIRC). I couldn't get a decent cut-through sound when I wanted it - maybe there was one in there but I couldn't get it. On the other hand I couldn't get the thump/punch of a P bass either so ultimately I decided to let it go and I went back to an MM when funds allowed it. This is only IMHO, the sound might work for you......I don't tend to do subtle well, i.e. I like P bass 'thump' or Ray 'grit' - your mileage may vary....[/quote] I'm kinda surprised, 'cause I don't find my Basic to be "subtle" at all! It's got a great punchy growl but is incredibly defined and cuts through really well. I find that it could almost do with being a bit darker sounding - if you want to get a slightly woolly/muddy p type tone, you haven't got a chance! Interesting though...... thanks for your comments.
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I am seriously contemplating a Sanberg basic Ken Taylor 4 at the moment, but nowhere within a couple of hours drive seems to stock them. I know it's a bit cheeky, but just wondered if anyone's got one who doesn't live too far away that I could have a go on? I live in Herefordshire, so pretty much anywhere West Midlands, up to Birmingham, down to Bristol or across into Wales would be OK. Also, has anyone else got experience of these basses? Owned or played one? Thanks.
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BUMP for price drop!
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I am also open to trades, but only if it's a Sandberg! Preferably a Basic Ken Taylor 4, but will also consider a Basic PM (VM) 4 or Basic 4.
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[quote name='dmccombe7' post='1306942' date='Jul 17 2011, 07:06 PM']Yep you were 100% correct. That is one very nice Jazz. If i didn't already have one i would buy this - stunning to put it mildly. Good luck and hope you get the bass you were after, especially after much deliberation in selling. Cheers Dave [/quote] Thanks Dave, she's a beaut ain't she! I just hope someone buys reasonably soon because I think I've found the next aquisition, and it's a bit of a one off........ GAS is a terrible thing!
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I am selling my Dimarzio Ultra Jazz pickup set, which I only purchased recently, and installed on my Fender Jazz shortly before deciding to sell the bass. I've tried a few replacement Jazz pickups, and these were by far the best to suit my needs. They are very powerful and punchy, with a very full sound and lots of definition. They are hum-cancelling so are absolutely silent. More information is available at the Dimarzio website; [url="http://www.dimarzio.com/pickups/bass/standard-bass/ultra-jazz-pair"]Dimarzio Ultra Jazz pair[/url] I paid about £110 for these not long ago, and I am looking to sell them for [b]£80ono inc. P&P[/b]. Please feel free to make me a sensible offer. If you have any questions please ask. [attachment=84934:IMG_1177.med.jpg] -
I should have added that I can arrange courier, you can collect in person, or I will deliver if you're not too far away.
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Ok, decision made, although I will be sad to see it go. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=146098"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=146098[/url]
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I'm selling my beloved 1997 USA Standard Jazz Bass, which has been with me since new in 1998. It is a fantastic playing and sounding bass, and has done lots of work with me over the years. It is completely original, in a beautiful Lake Placid Blue finish with a Rosewood fretboard. The bass is in amazing condition IMO considering it is 13 years old and has done a lot of work. I always really look after my instruments, and it has been regularly serviced and set up. It has just had a pro setup by my local luthier and has had a brand new original nut fitted. Due to the care this bass has received, there is virtually zero fretwear, despite the amount of work it has done (please see pics). There are a few small dings on the back of the neck (towards the upper side, so you don't feel them when playing), and some light scrathes on the back of the body. I feel that this is reasonable wear and tear for it's age and usage. The original Fender hardcase comes with it, which is a little battered, and has got all the feet missing, but has done a grand job of protecting the bass, and still has many more years left in it! All of the original documents, tag, strap and truss rod tool are included. The finish really is gorgeous, it is the most lush and deep Lake Placid Blue I have ever seen on any bass. I believe it is quite hard to find this colour in this model. I have lots of great memories with this bass, doing lots of varied gigs and projects. I hope it goes to someone who will enjoy it as much as I have! [s]£750[/s] [b]Now £695ono for quick sale![/b] Please feel free to make me a sensible offer if you're interested! Of course if you have any questions please ask. [attachment=84922:IMG_1160.med.jpg] [attachment=84923:IMG_1161.med.jpg] [attachment=84924:IMG_1162.med.jpg] [attachment=84925:IMG_1166.med.jpg] This picture is taken at 5th fret. [attachment=84926:IMG_1167.med.jpg] [attachment=84927:IMG_1170.med.jpg] [attachment=84928:IMG_1171.med.jpg] [attachment=84929:IMG_1172.med.jpg] [attachment=84930:IMG_1173.med.jpg] [attachment=84931:IMG_1174.med.jpg] [attachment=84877:IMG_1175.med.jpg]
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I've had quite a few Yamaha basses, and I always like the stock strings that they have fitted. They sound great (if you're into bright roundwounds), and they seem to last for ages. I had a look online, but no-one seems to stock Yamaha bass strings except Thomann. So I called Yamaha yesterday, because I figured that it's unlikely that they're made by Yamaha, they're probably by one of the major string manufacturers. It turns out that they're made by D'addario for Yamaha, and as they're stainless steel, they must be D'addario Prosteels, which is what I've been using lately anyway!
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My '97 US Jazz is through-body.
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[quote name='SoVeryTired' post='1305315' date='Jul 15 2011, 11:02 PM']I've not got the best £200 bass ever, but it's possibly the best £80 bass ever (okay, £98 if we're including strings). Yamaha RBX360 (which I think is the older equivalent of the 270 - all the specs seem the same apart from having a master volume and blend rather than two individual volumes) - £50 from eBay Full professional set-up (including repairs to cracks in headstock) by Andy Viccars - £30 My plan, funnily enough, was to see if I liked it and then to upgrade it with cream Dimarzio P/Js (sound familiar?!). However, on plugging it in to a proper PA system, the anticipated buzz and thin sound never materialised. Just pure thunder, instantly controllable and shapeable. It produces internal-injury-inducing levels without ever sounding anything like a cheap instrument. I can't quite believe I've got guita pedals that cost more than it. The only upgrade I plan on now is straplocks (although, having said that, it's not the heaviest instrument ever). Yamaha deliver fantastic instruments at low prices, and somehow they don't hold any value second hand. Which is good for those of us in the know. Shhhhh... [/quote] Sounds great dude, what a steal! I really think they're WAY better than most other low priced instruments, and even some considerably more expensive ones! Mine gets played more than any of my others, mainly because I leave it on a stand in the living room as my practice bass because I don't care if my 20 month old son gets his sticky fingers all over it!
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I think there's a strong chance you might be seeing a very nice lake placid blue jazz for sale on here in the next few days........ Will - you know where I'm coming from dude! Sandberg's are so good, nothing else quite hits the spot!
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It's either a good sound or a bad sound, regardless of what gear you're using.
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I guess it kind of backs up the theory that as a player, the feel of a bass is probably the single most important thing. Whatever you've got, it'll look and sound like a bass to everyone else, and when you're stood on that stage the feel, comfort and ease of playability of your bass is key. If it doesn't feel great to play and inspire you, you're never going to get the most out of the instrument or realsise your full potential as a player. On that note, I'd better think about advertising my Jazz!
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[quote name='Evil Undead' post='1301898' date='Jul 13 2011, 08:05 AM']I've subscribed because I'm having the exact same drama at the moment. It's kinda comforting to know that I'm not just being stupid! I'd like to see how this turns out so please keep us posted [/quote] What basses does your dilemma concern? Maybe we can swap! Yeah, it's difficult, I am usually a very practical person, and as I can't afford to have loads of basses I'd rather make sure that the few I have are all enjoyable to play and will get played regularly. It will be a sad day if I sell the Jazz though.......
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I think the fact that I'm pleased that there's more people saying "sell it!" now should be telling me something! I guess if I had the money to buy whatever basses I wanted I would keep it, but I'm leaning more towards selling it at the moment........
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Thanks for all the thoughts guys. I'm kind of surprised that the bias seems to be toward keeping it at the moment! The trouble is I can't really afford to keep it if it's not earning its keep! I still have my first bass, a crappy squier P which I painted metallic purple! That's worth about 1% of piss-all so I'll never sell it. My jazz would hopefully be worth at least £600 - £650, so I could really use that money to buy something else. I guess I've got lots and lots of fond memories of my jazz, and they'll stay with me forever. Do I need to look at it now and then too? I don't know..... Gwilym - I'm very interested to hear that about the Ken Taylor! I've never come across one in the flesh, but my Basic is AWESOME and the mass of extra tones on offer would be great. Plus, I'm a sucker for the Virgin White one with black hardware..........
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I've owned my US standard Fender Jazz from new since 1997, and for many years it was my go-to bass (or sometimes my only bass!). We've done lots and lots of very varied gigs and projects together, but unfortunately for quite a while now, I seem to have fallen out of love with it. There's nothing wrong with it, and it sounds great, but it just doesn't feel natural or comfortable in my hands anymore. The purchase of my Sandberg earlier this year has further compounded this because it is effortless to play and is, for me, the most comfortable neck on anything I've ever played. I'm pretty experienced at doing set-ups, and when I took it to my local luthier recently, he confirmed that there's nothing wrong with the neck and couldn't really improve much on the way i'd set it up. So, here's my dilemma: Do I; A) Keep it for sentimental reasons, even though I probably won't really use it. Sell it and buy something else that I'll get plenty of use out of (possibly a Lakland Skyline 44-01 or save a bit more and get a Sandberg Basic Ken Taylor). As you may have guessed, I'm useless at making decisions! Help me please!
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Advice needed - mid priced short scale basses
TRBboy replied to mikejones1732's topic in Bass Guitars
When I was working in guitar shops, I found the Squier Bronco to be a surprisingly satisfying little bass. You can pick a new one up for about £150! The Squier Vintage Modified Mustang is fairly new I think but it looks like they go for about £250. The Danelectro 56 had a favourable review in BGM recently, and I think they're going for about £250 too. I've tried a couple of Epiphone EB's before, but they always seem to be poorly put together and badly set up, although of course I might have just been unlucky! I don't think your budget is quite enough for a vintage Fender Mustang but it might be worth a look. Hope this helps. -
[quote name='karlclews' post='1294669' date='Jul 6 2011, 01:02 PM']I occasionally used to find this, until someone pointed me towards checking if the string was twisted. So I loosened off the string a little, until it was no longer held tight, and sure enough, the ball end rotated a couple of times in the bridge hole before settling. I then tightened it up again and hey presto - the string sounded as bright as the others! Seems to affect the E string more than the others (in fact, I've never noticed a comparative loss of brightness on any of the other strings). Anyway, now I always double-check that the strings haven't become twisted when I change a set. Haven't had the problem recur since. A related issue I had once, which also might be worth noting: after changing a set of strings, I noticed that notes on the E string seemed to have a noticeable lack of clarity or definition when compared with the other strings. It turned out that the problem was that the string break angle at the nut wasn't sharp enough - the string was leaving the tuning peg near the top of the peg, so the downward pressure on the nut for that string wasn't as high as it should have been. So I re-strang (?) it correctly such that the string wound down on the tuner peg towards the headstock and therefore left the peg as close to the headstock as possible, giving a sharper angle of deflection. Again, hey presto, problem solved. Both tips have saved me a lot of frustration and cash![/quote] Well I thought I knew every trick in the book! I slackened the string off, but the ball end only rotated about 1/8 of a turn. I tuned the string back up and stretched it in, and it seems to have made quite a difference! Cheers dude! It's still perhaps a little duller than the others, but that's probably because the string was kinked over the saddle whilst twisted. Still, it's a lot better. I guess every day's a school day! Glad I didn't fire off that sh*t-o-gram to D'addario after all! Thanks to everyone for all the helpful advice too.
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I put a brand new set of D'addario Prosteels on my Sandberg and have only done two band rehearsals, but the E string is already dead as a dodo!? The last set of strings I had on there (D'addario EXP165) lasted longer, but nowhere near as long as they have on other basses. The nut slot looks ok (has a zero fret anyway) and there doesn't appear to be anything amiss at the bridge end. I always clean my strings with Dunlop 65 string cleaner after rehearsals/gigs. Any thoughts?
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[quote name='Vibrating G String' post='1288512' date='Jul 1 2011, 02:48 AM']Isn't the default for both the Ultra Jazz and P's series? This is why the S1 was a failure on the P because it made it sound thin switching to parallel.[/quote] Yeah I think you're right. That's why I had no interest in installing a switch!
