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JD1

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  1. I've played this bass on a few gigs and it is superb.
  2. Yes it's original. Overwater set it up and did some work to dress the fingerboard. It still has the polyester coating but its not as shiney as it was. It hasn't affected the tone.
  3. Thanks for the positive comments folks.
  4. Hi folks Not using fretless very much at the moment, so looking for a trade for a cheaper 5 string fretless (or a fretted 5 that could be de-fretted) and preferably cash my way. Let me know if you are interested and what you have got! Also looking at changing my GK1001RBII for a Epifani 502 or LMII / F1 so would consider either in the equation as well. Will sort out photos asap but it is AAAAA sunburst flame maple with lined ebony fingerboard, twin Bart soapbars and mid boost switch, in immaculate condition with a fitted Pedulla hard case. Really is one of the best fretless basses out there - fantastic singing tone / mwah. New cost would be the neck-end of £3000. Based in North East - not really into any of that posting mullarkley so would prefer collection or meet up (within reason). Thanks John
  5. Hi - would have been up for it but on a show all next week. Would like a try of a TF. Fancy a change from my GK but not sure what.
  6. We got asked to do Suspicious Minds once - went down so well we kept it in the set for years.
  7. Get a cheap 6 and give it a try. I had to get a 6 to realise 5 was enough for me. I had made the transition to 5 easily and figured (not un-reasonably) I could make the same jump to a 6. Stuck with it for a while but eventually went back to 5.
  8. I totally agree mate. As a self taught player who had to work everything out by ear I've relied on said ears for years - and worked out a fairly close approximation of Rhythm Stick in the process. (However in recent years I've started to look into the black arts of theory and reading). I think there is far too much reliance on tab these days at the expense of ear training - but I'm starting to lapse into grumpy old man mode - so I'll get me coat.
  9. If you can get a copy of the front cover as well - the shirt is busier than the bassline.
  10. I've just done a lesson and the student has just bought a BTB. I had a good look at it and for the money it seems to be an amazing amount of bass for the money. Nice woods, through neck construction and Bartolinis. Sounded good too. I would have one of these as my main bass no hesitation. I think the Yamaha TRB's are probably worth a go as well.
  11. Sorry Stevie I haven't got a scanner. Can anyone else help out?
  12. Got it. (By the way, Andrew Levy on the cover sporting a rather splendid shirt).
  13. Thanks Guys It's notation rather than tab I'm after. I've got about 95% of the Bassist magazines (not stored in date order I hasten to add). Any ideas who was on the front cover?
  14. Hi Folks Anyone got a transcription for Stormin Norman's 16th fest? Alternatively I'm sure it has been covered in one of the bass mags over the years and I still got most of them - anyone point me in the right direction? Cheers John
  15. Hey mate Listen to horn players. Or, try singing the notes - within the scale you are working with (or not). Your imagination will help you come up with melodies and take your fingers away from the patterns they have been programmed with. Also, get Band in a Box, and practice playing along with the chords. Start off with the root on each chord, then start playing the 3rd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 9th etc. Then start joining them up with passing notes That will also give you some good ideas for melody and also help you nail your fingerboard navigation. I'm crap at doing all of this by the way but apparently its good advice! John
  16. Hi Rog Probably not - although its a great looking bass - lovely bit of birdseye. Pleased to see the pics though after the saga of the last thread! John
  17. Hi Kev Yes there would be a bit of a clash if we are talking about your avatar. I don't even use the hard case as its too nice - I use a Hiscox. Ridiculous really. It is lovely - if a little bit bling. I really like Stingrays. Had a few over the years although this is my first HH. A little bit tight space-wise between the neck and the neck pup for slapping at first but I got used to it. HH (and I guess HS) pup configs are a great enhancement to what is already a great bass. Just wish they had stuck with an oval pick guard like the new Sterling 5 though. I'm really happy with it for rock (espcially with a pick) and slap with both pups. Problem is just don't get the burp that I want when playing fingerstyle.
  18. Yes I think its fair to say its sumptuously appointed.
  19. That's a splendid vision! Up to the top once folks to see if there is anything else out there. Thanks John
  20. Hi Dougal Thanks but not really. Not sure how the Bongo compares with the Ray for sound but I'm wanting to move away from the MusicMan sound. John
  21. Hi Looking for trades on my Stingray 5 HH. I traded this on here about 6 months ago and I've been mulling over whether it's a keeper or not. However, two gigs this weekend have made my mind up. Great rock and slap bass but for fingerstyle its just not my cup of tea. Looking for 5 strings only. Maybe a Spector, Sandberg or Lakland but not limited to these. Also, probably looking at something with soapbars / humbuckers rather than a J type but again I'm open minded. Its in great condition with a matching LE06 hard case and recently set up by Chris May at Overwater. Ideally I'd have liked to keep it for rock gigs and look for a second bass with a different sound for functions etc. however I can't really justify the outlay. Therefore looking at a swap for something of the same value (or less with cash my way). Thanks John
  22. If your time is tight and you can only manage one band then I reckon look for something else as life is too short - but speak to the guys first and let them know your concerns. If they value you as a person and a player then they won't want to lose you. However, if you can I would try and play with as many people as possible. As well as meeting and learning from other musicians you are making connections and networking. You never know you might get a call from one of them in the future.
  23. Was it Marcus Miller on Walk the Dinosaur - sure I read somewhere that it was.
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