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That's bands for ya mate, carry on with them 'til you sort something else out

I wouldn't say no

Here's another one of "cack handed Lee's" bands, well worth a look ... www.myspace.com/joolzdunkley

Thats a 60s Fender p bass but its had the logo sanded off with his black &decker drill....

When you say JJB do you mean jean jacques burnel ? Ive seen both of them punk progs but not a sniff of the god of bass (JJ) let alone playing a jazz and rick..

Steer clear mate... Someone's sawn a bit off it!!

Jean Jacques Burnel after seeing him on the Raven tour....... Fantastic

[quote name='KingBollock' timestamp='1339181271' post='1685099'] I was only kidding dude, having such an aversion to smilies really doesn't help me sometimes... I honestly didn't know those cutters did that, that actually does make them useful. Though not to me, unfortunately, I do love a gadget. No worries mate, made me chuckle also.. The missus has a thin plastic mat that she slices bread etc on... Yup theres loads of triangular holes in it.. [/quote]

[quote name='KingBollock' timestamp='1339177888' post='1685043'] Yeah, I've got something like that, but it's more versatile, it will cut lots of different shapes. Not as expensive though. I believe they're called scissors... Scissors dont bevel the edges tho [/quote]

Anyone tried or purchased one of those plectrum cutters ? Theyre on ebay for £22. Any old bits of plastic laying about stick it in the machine and.. Presto..

[quote name='mooz' timestamp='1339086077' post='1683454'] Before you buy anything - Have you played out all of your setting skills? I would start from that point first. Would also go for the right set of strings which brings out the bass´ tone best. Strings andsettings can change a lot Maybe i should have another "fiddle" first before splashing out, wouldnt wanna put new pickups in and still be dissapointed.. Thanks mate Also "correct" wound up strings effect a lot! All in all, a Jazz could have its very own personality. Most of my Jazz Basses have a bright and wirery tone. My ´69 Jazz not. He prefers a moderate higher neck tension were I can get its sweet spots now. Good luck! [/quote]

Appreciate it chaps thanks, ill have a look on this forum first to see whats for sale

Cupids dead by extreme, hard to learn but good fun once youve nailed it

[quote name='gjones' timestamp='1339012229' post='1682500'] Simple.......replace them with the pickups in your MIM. [/quote] Yea i thought about that, but then that one will sound a bit naff

[quote name='gjones' timestamp='1339012229' post='1682500'] Simple.......replace them with the pickups in your MIM. [/quote] Yea i thought about that, but then that one will sound a bit naff

Hi Ive recently purchased a CIJ 60s RI jazz and its a wonderfully finished bass, i played it for about an hour then swapped over to my mim jazz, The tone and volume on the mim knocks spots off the jap, what's the best replacement pick ups i could use?? . Ive tried raising them but the sound booms and the tone doesn't improve.. Any help appreciated, Thanks,

[quote name='Low End Bee' timestamp='1338841772' post='1679981'] Played the Tropic at Ruislip with the Members last night. Probably the most fun I've had at a gig. We played really well and had a queue for CD signings when we came off. Had great feedback from the punters and couldn't even go for a slash without someone wanting to chat about the band. Great time warp night. Like a really good natured late 70s gig. Main band were bloody good value too. Hail the Scabies!!! Here's a review [url="http://retroman65.blogspot.co.uk/2012/06/members-jetsonics-live-at-tropic.html"]http://retroman65.bl...-at-tropic.html[/url] Here's me with some old drummer. [/quote]

F@@king hell, keep an eye on ebay, although theyre prob not that stupid

[quote name='the_skezz' timestamp='1336759490' post='1650750'] I kind of sort of have a slight hunch that that solo, lyrics, and everything else about that song may have just about been intended as a joke mate You're spot on there mate, the Stranglers are fantastic musicians [/quote]

Lee's also got his own band with Adam Wakeman on keys ( son of Rick)... www.headspaceonline.com

[quote name='Spike Vincent' timestamp='1336306727' post='1643718'] JJ Burnel's solo in 'tits'. Awesome. [/quote] Fantastic... Its taken him all day to learn that bass solo...