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11 minutes ago, msb said:

You might consider a SCPB. They’re a different animal than the later split coil basses. Many prefer them.

I have a MIJ school bus yellow one and it has one of the liveliest G strings I’ve ever played. Strung mine with Thomastik flats , it’s a great thump machine.

Yes!  I have one too, also strung with TI flats.  And I agree, it's a real thumpy bass.  They're a different vibe to a split coil Precision (I have one of those too, of course 😉 )but more versatile than you might expect. That's a good recommendation msb.

Frank.

18 hours ago, orangepeelneil said:

I have a Fender rumble 15, had it ages (might be a v1) you can get them used for less than £50  Fleabay /marketplace etc.

 

I've found them to be really good, fairly rudimentary , maybe thats the appeal.

They have a headphone socket, line in (RCA's) and OK three band 3eq, single 8" I think, and fairly compact.

 

I've had loads of practice amp over the years everything from modelling to tube preamps , but somehow this one seems to get the most use a home. Dunno, worth a try if you can get once locally or cheap. 

 

Not my vid, but you get the idea.

 

 

Yes!  I forgot about the Fender Rumble 15.  I had one a few years ago and it was excellent for home practice - not up to gigging though.  Good call.

Frank.

I don't see what advantage you would have over a one10 - small and superb sounding.  I use one of mine for quiet home practice, rehearsals and small pub gigs.

Anyway, the PJB gear is excellent.  That would be my choice.  Not cheap though!  The Markbass 6" or 8" combos would also fit the bill at a cheaper price.  They also sound good for home use.

Frank.

I learned to play guitar from the age of around 10.  I was taught the "proper" way by reading music.  I think this was a really valuable experience since I have a knowledge of music theory and... I can read the guitarist's fingers in a jam.  .  Not just chords but the positions they are playing in solos.

I moved over to bass guitar at about the age of 35? and enjoy it far more than guitar.

Frank.

On 23/07/2022 at 11:10, Nickthebass said:

I'm going to order covers for a Get 2 Midget and Compact (15) most likely from Roqsolid (with the added foam stuff). Does anyone have a picture of one that they could share? I'd like to get a sense of how big the placeholder strap is.

 

I was planning to get the covers in "carry mode" (i.e. with the handle on the top) which would mean that one of the long sides of the cabs is only covered by this strap.

 

Anyone got any better alternatives to Roqsolid or know who makes the current Barefaced covers?

I've sent you a PM Nick.

Frank.

Any of the AER combos would fit the bill - but at a high cost. Nothing else is in the same league.

The Markbass CMD121P is also a superb combo and much more affordable.

Frank.

I bought a Roqsolid cab bag from Lawrence.  It was extremely well packed, was exactly as described, fairly priced and the deal was very pleasant throughout. Deal with Lawrence in total confidence. Thanks again Lawrence.

Frank.

I'll have this please.  I'll PM you about posting cost to Belfast.

Frank.

TI flats are my favourite strings. I have them on most of my basses. I love the low tension that others seem to dislike. Also the tone and versatility is excellent. The fact that they last so long is a massive bonus.

Frank.

For me it’s all about the bass itself and nothing about the artist. As much as I love Paul McCartney’s playing, I never liked the violin bass.😀

Frank.

That's a thing of great beauty.  Thanks for sharing.

Frank.

Last week Ed Sheeran played to massive crowds in Belfast.  He writes some decent songs, but I wouldn't pay to see someone with an acoustic guitar and a looper pedal.  In my opinion, there's far more life to the music from a full band.

Judging by the number at his gigs, my opinion is unpopular.

Frank.

I think it'll easily do what you want.  For performance, size, weight and cost, they're very hard to beat.

Frank.

I much prefer lighter gauge strings.  My favourites are TI flats.  D'Addario nickel EXL220 or EXL220BT for rounds.  I play with a light touch and I find I can get a deeper tone this way as well as being able to play faster and with more comfort.  I really dislike high tension and heavy strings.  We're all different - obviously!

Frank.

8 hours ago, Bart Funk Bass said:

New video!

 

FLEA’s Fender JAZZ BASSES - 23 of THEM !

 

 

 

The Jazz 61 seems to have a hi mass bridge? Or are my eyes deceiving me?

Frank.

14 hours ago, Reggaebass said:

I’m back on my barefaced journey 😁, and I’m considering the two10S again, would you say the two10 is a lot warmer sounding than the BB2 which I have 

As posted above, I have a pair of one10s and a BB2, plus a Super Midget.  I find the BB2 and the SM to be much warming sounding than the one10s.  The one10s are amazing little cabs but I much prefer the range of sounds available from the BB2 and SM.  I'm not so keen on the "old school" break up sound of the one10s.

Frank.

10 hours ago, Stub Mandrel said:

 

One appeal of the Flea jazz ... it hardly screams 'funk-rock slap-fest' and the signature neck plate is uber-tasteful.

I bought my Flea jazz a couple of years ago as an alternative to a roadworn jazz that I didn't want in the colours available.  It has turned out to be a superb bass - the only jazz that I can use the bridge pickup on a blues gig!  I didn't buy because of Flea's signature, more because of the features that don't seem to be available in any other fender Jazz at a reasonable price.  The stack knobs take time to explore but there are some different tones in there.

Frank.

The Markbass CMD121 is excellent and easily giggable.  If you want the very best, then it has to be AER amp one or amp three.  The amp one is perfect for home use and is giggable.  The AER amp three is simply astonishingly good - very loud with a fantastic low end.

A used AER amp three would be my choice.  (I've also owned an AER amp two and they are amazing, if a little heavy) On a budget it would be the Markbass.

Frank.

If you can find one for sale, the Fender Vintage hotrod 70s jazz bass is a real cracker PJ.  They did cost quite a bit more when new than a standard USA jazz at the time.  The neck is superb with a compound radius.  The overall quality is right up there.  I doubt I'll ever sell mine.

https://www.gear4music.com/Guitar-and-Bass/Fender-Vintage-Hot-Rod-70s-Jazz-Bass-Candy-Apple-Red/18MU

There are quite a few high-end PJ basses with jazz necks out there.  I have a Warwick Streamer PJ with a jazz size neck for example - top quality but not cheap.  Good luck in your search.

Frank.

4 hours ago, Reggaebass said:

Question time 😁, as above I use a bb2 which is 8 ohms, which I plug straight into the 8 ohm outlet on the V 4B, I’m thinking of adding a barefaced 2x10s , which is switchable to 4 or 12 ohms, my question is would I just switch the 2x10 to 4 and with an extra lead plug it into the 4 ohm socket on the amp , here’s the spec on the amp, cheers 

I added a Super Midget to my BB2.  The sound is fantastic but, if I'm honest, either on of the cabs is enough for most gigs.

This combination is really useful because you effectively have three rigs to choose from.  The SM is very capable on its own too. (I have a pair of one10s as well but I prefer the sound from the 12" equipped cabs.)

Frank.

I have around 15 basses.  Several are US Fenders - Jazz, Precision, 70s hotrod Jazz and a US Jaguar.  (The US Jaguar is a rare beast and increasing in value, but unlikely to be sold.)  A 2021 MIJ 51 RI Precision and a MIM Fender Flea Jazz.

I also have cheaper basses - Ibanez TM100 that is superb, Squier Jaguar, Warwick Streamer LX Korean, Squier Jazz fretless, Steinberger Spirit XS2, US SUB Stingray.

I baulk at spending more than about £1200.  Fender custom shop prices, whilst I could afford them, leave me feeling uncomfortable at the price.

I'm happy with cheaper basses but I also enjoy owning US Fenders for the history.  I enjoy playing the cheaper basses as much as playing the more expensive ones.  I don't think price always reflects on quality of playing experience and enjoyment.

Frank.

I have the 4 string version of this Korean built series.  I've owned a few German built Streamers including a lovely stage 2.

I can highly recommend these Korean instruments as being well built and of the highest quality.

Frank. 

Would moving the strap pin (the neck end) shift the centre of gravity and still give a comfortable playing position?

Frank.

Brilliant and very entertaining!

Frank.

Excellent, and great detailed playing.

Frank.