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[quote name='ikay' timestamp='1446751041' post='2902108'] I like the simplicty of a P. I also like the idea of a G&L, but without all the switches and knobs. So I dropped an MFD humbucker in my Matt Freeman. I couldn't afford an L1000 so I made a P1000 It sounds similar to a P but has a little more grunt on tap if needed. I'm rather liking it. [/quote] Love it! Did you wire it up like a wunkay too, with all the switching options ?

The 5 string black tapewounds are fantastic.

[quote name='Matt P' timestamp='1446727265' post='2901773'] Why didn't I think of this! I think there might be a shop near me that stocks these as well, thanks what's the difference between the M-2500 and the L-2500, it seems to be just the preamp, are there any other differences? I think the simpler controls of the L might suit me better. i'll keep my eye out for a sterling ray35 as well Matt [/quote] Check out the vid - all is explained there 👍 I suggested the M rather than L because it is the simpler one by all accounts. I think the L has too many tone options for some folks.

G&L M2500 tribute - 17.5mm spacing chunky neck simple controls within budget https://m.thomann.de/gb/gl_tribute_m_2500_hb.htm https://m.thomann.de/gb/gl_tribute_m_2500_black.htm A review of the USA M2500. The Tribute has the same made in USA pickups and electronics as this American model: http://youtu.be/Rpde-ZSNeW4 Boom.

[quote name='Highfox' timestamp='1446628509' post='2900858'] If Ididn't already have one I'd be joining in with the GAS. I don't use mine that much, but learned after selling one I need a Ray in my life. [/quote] I hear you. I had a lovely early Ernie Ball 2 band that I sold a few years ago. I found it hard to be a one bass guy with just a Stingray, so it had to go at the time. Now I'm plotting and planning on getting an Alnico pup'd SR5. Need that funky flavour in my life again! "It will be mine... Oh yes.."😁

http://carolkaye.com/www/library/sounds/mp3/Changes.mp3 This just popped up on my Facebook feed, Carol recorded this as a demo tune for Musicman to promote the Stingray when it was first launched. Great. I haven't even rubbed the sleep from my eyes and now I've got GAS for a Stingray with flats! Is there no end to this torment?... 😉

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1446470937' post='2899543'] all you need is one halfway-decent bass - then learn how to play the bloody thing. [/quote] Boom! The truth.

Actually, why limit yourselves to female fronted band covers? If she can go low like Alison Moyet, you could do anything really. World's your onion. You could do Common People by Pulp. Arguably the song of the 90's.

[quote name='Roland Rock' timestamp='1445903635' post='2895326'] Not M People for the love of God!! [/quote] Or Republica I'd say. Radio overkilled to the max. Boring. If it has to be 90's stuff then: Waking Up - Elastica Shee-la-na-gig or/and 50ft Queenie - PJ Harvey.

Try nickel Dr Lowriders, they're made for the job. Fantastic B. I have a HB Progressive 5 string and the B is good on it IMO, even though I'm using tapewounds at the mo.

Hmm looks like I might have to be the first to boldly go then! I've got the HB shorty P and a B-550fl which have proved to be lovely playing and sounding basses, and not just for the price. I trust HB enough now to know this MB-5 will be half decent at least. It is passive though so I am wondering how Stingray-esque it can sound.

These have been out for a while now, anyone here own/played one yet? Thoughts? https://bdbo.thomann.de/thumb/bdb1600/pics/bdbo/10256544.jpg

Very impressive! Looks ace, well done mate.👍

[quote name='cheddatom' timestamp='1445352525' post='2890825'] Yeh I don't think you need intent E.G my dishwasher makes a very musical beat [/quote] Funny, I jam along to mine now and again. It sounds like a nice sloshy beat box! 😀

Nice looking bass! Happy NBD. May I be the first to ask the inevitable BC question.. Erm, how much does it weigh?

[quote name='leftybassman392' timestamp='1445167072' post='2889196'] "A sound is musical if..." [/quote] ...it sounds musical.

5 string P bass with that pre? TAKE MY MONEY NOW!!!

This thread is genius! Hopefully it will dent the demand for Wals to such an extent that I will be able to afford one at last. Keep it up fellas! 👍 Here's my contribution.. http://youtu.be/a0qDEVVtZvk

Yes.

http://youtu.be/V-9Z0lLKzbY From 4.23 onwards. Otherwise I usually fall anywhere on the well recorded Precision Bass Spectrum. Could be anything.

I saw them on Friday night at the Manchester Ritz. Mind blown by the band and also by the sold out crowd who knew all the tunes! Still processing it all to be honest. Took a good friend of mine who had never heard of them before. Swear he was dribbling at one point..

[quote name='Jecklin' timestamp='1443601161' post='2876010'] Used to good effect in an only fools and horses episode. [/quote] Damn straight. Brilliant episode that one!

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1443288591' post='2873626'] I'm doing that as well (have been for years with no luck - ha ha) but.. even if I wasn't, why is using a lighter bass to ease any pain such an odd concept? [/quote] Erm, it's not. I agree with you. I've needed to do it myself. Sorry if I've confused you there . I'm tired and I'm going now.

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1443286587' post='2873608'] I don't quite understand a couple of these recent comments. I don't mind admitting my frame is on the large side, and for quite a few years now, when doing a gig with a 9lb bass, I start to struggle during the second set. If I use a 7lb bass, I have no problems at all. It's not complicated... [/quote] Don't take it personally mate. I'm glad you know what's best for you. I also know what's best for me personally, and that is to lose a couple of stone instead of a couple of hours sleep every night due to compressed discs. I just stopped blaming my own situation on my bass. We're all different aren't we?