miles'tone

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1428877002' post='2745640'] I think I'm right in saying that the Lakland Skylines are built by Cort who make some very nice instruments for other brands as well as under their own name. Your description of 'modern' to me suggests active preamp (though it's nice to be able to go passive when you want). I'm pretty certain the G&L Tribute series come from the Cort factory and the L-2000 has plenty of tonal options available (active/passive, series/parallel, preamp treble boost). Looks like you're going to have to demo quite a few basses! [/quote] I'm feeling like adding a more modern bass too. The Cort Arona looks like my kind of bag . According to the reviews I've been reading they only weigh between 7.5 - 8lbs, and that's the 5 string! (in the open pore swamp ash that is, not sure what the alder would weigh in at). Designed in collaboration with Sandberg, same story with Delano regarding it's pickups. Looks great, punchy as hell with it's MM/J config, from the vids I've seen. Boom! Active / passive switching too, all for less than 500 quid: http://www.cortguitars.com/en/product/arona4

Andy Summers doesn't even get any royalties for Every Breath You Take.

I enjoyed that very much, thanks! It's pretty amazing what Johnny Marr had achieved by the age of just 21.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1428798531' post='2744696'] Great, now I'm getting Stingray GAS. Goodnight! [/quote] Oh my, me too. I bid you good morning!

Lovely looking Precision, hope you find it again. Is the problem that you can't remember who you sold it too? If so, as obvious as it sounds, can't you check your PM history on here? PayPal/bank account records from the time you sold it? Best of luck with it mate. I sold a Stingray in 2001 that I'm still sore about so I know how you feel.

You'll get more for your mim if you sell it yourself. You won't get much for it trading it in at a shop. So if money's tight, be patient I say (hard as that can be ).

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1428432871' post='2741262'] I can't help but agree. But all-white is good too. Even tort would be acceptable in this situation (gasp). [/quote] I was just going to say that this bass would even meet the discreet 'Tort Police' criteria!

[quote name='White Cloud' timestamp='1428437771' post='2741318'] Just ordered that...many thanks for the heads up! [/quote] Hey my pleasure! I'm sure you'll find something in there to help you. Everyone would - it covers a lot of ground. 😃

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1428426713' post='2741183'] Glad to hear that you have your GAS sorted, but what about your back? Sounds to me like you would benefit from doing something about your back problem rather than simply buying a lighter bass. Just saying ... [/quote] Quite. This book has really helped me get things moving again along with my physio and rehab (no, not THAT kind of rehab ). It shows you what's happening with your back and some excellent exercises. Forward by Prince Charles no less. Doing 5mins of these exercises morning and night along with trying to keep the weight off has changed my world. The lightweight bass is just the cherry on top. I can now stand up and play again! Whoop Whoop! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sarah-Keys-Back-Sufferers-Bible/dp/0091814944

Classic combo that mate, congrats! 😎

Sub-zero. That is brilliant, nice one!

A friend of mine had a late 60's fretless jazz with block inlays, converted to P/J. He gigged it for over 15 years with no epoxy and no problems. He played it through a vintage Fender Bassman valve head and 2x15 cab. It is still THE most sexiest sounding bass I have ever heard. He's a really tasty player too though. Go for it.

[quote name='Bigwan' timestamp='1428143692' post='2738409'] I'd it narrowed down to those 2 colours too... Now thinking Sherwood Green instead! [/quote] I don't think you could go wrong with both those three

Been here myself too. 1st question is what's your budget? If you can afford a Mike Lull P, go for it. Also, Shuker basses here in the UK do the JJ Burnel P bass in a lightweight option now. If you don't have dream bass money, how about just selling the one bass and keep your MIM P bass and mod that.. Hear me out! My lower back is screwed too so I did the following to my Squier VM P5: Licensed by Hipshot Ultralite tuners - £60 Hipshot A Style aluminium bridge - £60 Aluminium knobs - £15 Body routed out under pickguard + setup - £50. So, my 9 1/2 pound 5er now weighs a titch under 8 1/2, sounds much more resonant and really does have a premium feel. If you go this way, you could also go for a premium pickup too because of all that cash you've saved not getting a new bass!

There's a few really strange headstocks on some of the premium Fender copies out there, ones that just make me scratch my head, but I do like the Sire headstock shape. It's fresh, classy and just works in my book (practically too - a bit more mass will help shift deadspots off the fingerboard - have you seen how thick Fender's are now anyone?). The logo's cool too, nicely understated in that font. If they did make a 5 string P bass with a similar pre with sweepable mids... I'd sell my bloody clothes to get one!!

Schweet!

[quote name='ben4343' timestamp='1427986598' post='2736725'] It's awesome! Probably going to start a new thread to make some comments as I don't want to take over yours, but just wanted to follow up. I'm loving it! Hope you're still having fun with yours! [/quote] Yes still loving it! So far it's surviving the punishment my two lads are dishing out on it I'm really liking the steel string thing too, so much so that I'm going to get some steels for my 5er after using nickels for ages. Great little bass and I'm glad you're pleased with yours too! Have fun! \m/

CME Custom Relic'ing: Add Years of Abuse To Your Brand New Guitar!: http://youtu.be/lcZH6lTx470

I would cancel the gig (or get a dep if that's possible) if there's any chance of it screwing you up in the long run. Don't be afraid to say no, especially when it comes down to self preservation. There'll be other gigs. You know the script - Women, children and the rhythm section first! Best of luck With it all.

Bravo chaps, voted!

Yes great review! Cracking soundclip too.. I was hoping not to like it (and kind of expected to as usually active Jazzes leave me a bit cold - simple P bass lover here so no surprise there) but when the bass kicked in on your track, I actually did a real-world facepalm! Awesome tone there 👌 and only one of the many it's capable of. I've been considering a Sub Ray 5 as a fun second bass to cop a bit of a Chili Peppers kind of vibe but now this!! You picked the best finish too by the way (although you already know this ).

Haha! Nice try From. My. Cold. Dead. Hand...

What's the set up and nut height like on you bass? You may benefit from a better set up so you're not trying too hard and nickel strings as they are smoother generally. Just throwing that out there so sorry if this doesn't apply to you.

[quote name='Annoying Twit' timestamp='1427215701' post='2727375'] Happy New Bass day. Please to hear it's working for you. [/quote] Thank you

[quote name='ben4343' timestamp='1427187843' post='2726772'] I have done exactly the same! Can't wait to try it out at the weekend, and I am even more excited after hearing how pleased you are. I had taken a punt on it as a cheap bass to learn how to do set ups, fret adjustment, circuit re-wiring etc., but it sounds like the need won't be so great; don't know if that is good news or bad really! You seem to be happy with the sound you are getting from the pups - are you running them through anything clever, or do they simply have a good honest noise to them? Congrats on your NBD! [/quote] Cheers! No, not plugging into anything fancy, just my Peavey Max 158 practice combo (1x8 speaker, 20 watts) with the eq set flat. The Pups sound good enough, yes a good honest P tone as you say. I won't be changing them which is surprising for me, as usually I'm a compulsive tinkerer who can't leave things be! I hope you feel the same way when you receive yours! Let us know how you get on...