DanEly

A lovely all original 60s or 70s fender precision in sunburst.

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1475364739' post='3145446'] Gigrig Power Generator system. [/quote] +20000

For a [i]professional [/i]gigging and recording bass player I think it is. Unless you want to go down the profiling amp route... I think it's very doable to gig and even record with a good quality DI and/or preamp and no amp but then it starts to boil down to personal preference. I like feeling the weight of my notes behind me and don't have to worry about my monitor mixes as much as I would if I was just using a DI.

[quote name='Bigwan' timestamp='1474529776' post='3138540'] Just a word of caution. The Guma drive is NOT a good kit for a beginner. There are a few surface mount components involved - I wouldn't attempt that at home and I'm an electronic engineer with years of experience dealing with SMT! I have all the right tools at work so I'll be doing that portion there. Personally I'm not a huge fan of the darkglass sound, but I'm going to build both the Guma and Antique anyway (still waiting for payday Si! Not long left now...) as I could see me using them on occasion, just not enough to warrant owning either of the real thing![/quote] Interesting, what is stopping you from attempting the SMD soldering at home? I'm a huge Darkglass fan so I'm very attracted to this kit because I'd actually use the pedal a lot. Do you really think it's no wise to have a bash?

Totally new to this thread and building pedals! (Why isn't there a different section for this!?) So I've ordered myself a Klone clone kit for a bit of fun when I haven't got much going on just to test the waters but I'm now eyeing up the Guma Drive kit. where do you guys find these kits online? I've had a look round fuzz dog. Also do you guys have any recommendation for solder and flux when working on PCBs?

[quote name='Pow_22' timestamp='1473854664' post='3133569'] A better relic job than the majority of Limelights ive seen! [/quote] Seriously!? I can't believe this is up for a eye watering £700!?

Kickass gets my vote!

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1473417609' post='3129993'] Be positive - that means less neck dive, surely..? [/quote] I'm positive. My precision never had any neck dive to start with

All fitted. I must say I was a bit apprehensive about the bridge at first. So far so good. I've now got a super low action with minimal buzz. The darker tone comments make a bit more sense now. It does appear to smooth everything over. My precision has a nice rich creamy tone now but still retains that classic full open P snarl. I'm tempted to get a couple more to fit to my other basses now! It does add a fair bit of weight in my opinion though.

From what you guys are saying I might be investing the in stainless saddles... If I can find them in the UK? I got the bridge yesterday so I'm hoping to get it fitted tonight. Initial thoughts are that it does feel a tiny bit cheap (when comparing the price you pay for them) The packaging surprised me. Just a flimsy card box - unlike their Xtenders smart presentation. I might do a in depth review once it's up and running, I was struggling to find much online when searching

[quote name='Danuman' timestamp='1473019251' post='3126168'] Yes! I was wondering wether I was going to give some sort of update. With the bridge installed I noticed some improved sustain, but there was nothing wrong sustain-wise with the old bridge, so it didn't really stand out to me. The sound was drastically different, though, from - I don't know - something familiar and stodgy like steak and potatoes to something more syrupy like coffee liqueur, if that makes any sense. However, with the new bridge, I was able to lower the action quite dramatically, which brought back the highs - so much so that I'm now considering lowering the pickups. Strings feel a bit tauter too. Maybe that's my imagination or maybe those things are related. All in all it's a brilliant bridge, as far as I'm concerned. It's simple, adjustable and it sounds great. I dig it! Just remembered: I lent my bass to the bassist of one of my bands (in which I play guitar). The drummer noted the clarity and transparency of my bass. Unsolicited, mind. [/quote] I'm with you, sounds like a good upgrade. Certainly a upgrade based on the improved adjustability and reliability more than a sonic part for my self. I'll post my thoughts once mine lands in the post box.

[quote name='Danuman' timestamp='1472684726' post='3123367'] Got mine in the mail today. Took me all of 15 minutes to pop it on and set it up. There's something quite groovy about it, but it sounds a lot (a lot!) darker than the vintage style bridge that used to be on there. Plays lovely though, maybe I'll get some of those brighter sounding inserts some day... [/quote] Interesting to hear about it sounding darker? Slightly worried by this... Any improvements on tone minus the darker sound? Mine should be arriving tomorrow (fingers crossed)

[url="https://flic.kr/p/LinBvq"][/url] This is how my rig looks at the moment.. Going to have a proper read through all your comments tonight!

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1471865354' post='3116439'] Cheers. I think ill be doing the same. Im going for a nice black one for my Sandblasted P bass :-) [/quote] No worries, let me know if you want the link to the one I got. I can't wait to replace my standard fender bridge...

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1471858008' post='3116336'] Damn, Monday morning GAS!!! Dan, if you find a place closer to us cna you please let me know. I dont mind ordering from the USA but id rather not. [/quote] I caved in and went for a eBay jobby - £65ish all in all (including import tax etc)

[quote name='elephantgrey' timestamp='1471808280' post='3116066'] What looper are you using? [/quote] American loopers 8ch programmable one!