pete.young

This looks like a piece of vintage jap crap to me, maybe Antoria - I think we need Bassassin or Spinynorman to give us a hand though.

All mine are in the 'Show Us Your Burmans' thread. I have to say that the crimp connectors in Mr Foxen's first picture look like a recipe for disaster to me. I don't know what that is, and I dont' want to !

[quote name='Wolverinebass' post='968527' date='Sep 26 2010, 04:37 PM']Anything I've went for in the last 4-8 weeks have either sprung the "just play the root note" crap on me[/quote] Ha ha, Peter Hook was on a documentary on BBC4 the other week : "Can't you just play the root note? - NO, cant you just fook off?"

[quote name='Mr. Foxen' post='963771' date='Sep 21 2010, 08:41 PM']It should probably have KT77s, but earlier ones were EL34, not that the circuit will differ, but what is the power rating? EL34 would be 50w, KT77 would be 70,[/quote] Not sure I totally agree with this. As far as I can tell the original Genelec KT77 and all the clones will give you 50W for a pair. The original Genelec Golden Lion KT77 as Mr Foxen has in his 502 were the ones with the increased power output, up by 20% to give you 70W for a pair. The re-issues named 'Golden Lion KT77s' as blown up by Mr Garcia are chinese-made KT77 clones and will give 50W for a pair. I reckon the JJ Tesla KT77 is the best of the re-issues, that's what I use in my Burmans. There's probably not a lot of difference between that and an EL34. If the OP decides to change, get a matched pair and make sure to get the amp re-biased at the same time. Also as far as I know, the Pro series was designed for the KT77 and were always fitted with these from the factory. Could well be wrong about that.

slaphappygarry did something similar - there's a thread on the forum called something like 'Pimp My OLP'. From memory I think he used an Artec SE preamp, can't remember if it was a 2 or 3 band. If you use a 3-band pickup , that has a mid sweep which would give you the option to pick the frequency you don't like and either cut or boost it.

[quote name='basskit_case' post='959145' date='Sep 17 2010, 09:32 AM']I think I will keep an eye on any Bass Collection basses coming up on eBay, I would love to try some of the others in the range.[/quote] Glad you got it sorted. flippyfloop had a nice-looking 460 in the for sale forums not so long ago. I have a 5-string SB 465, a fretless SB 330 and an SB 310 strung BEAD. You're welcome to drop in next time you're passing Martlesham Heath for a play and a cup of tea.

Work in intervals, not in notes!

[quote name='basskit_case' post='956748' date='Sep 14 2010, 11:36 PM']This was an eBay purchase, and the guitar had not been packaged well at all, wonder if this could have caused the problem? My only dilemma is wether to return the bass or keep it and begin my guitar electrics education.[/quote] It might be the reason why the seller wanted to move it on! Soldering that wire back on isn't a big deal - you're in Ipswich? I'm happy to pop round with my soldering iron if you want some help. I ended up replacing the electronics on my 465 with one of the Artec pre-amps. That made a big difference.

[quote name='Crazykiwi' post='952858' date='Sep 11 2010, 04:22 PM']Thread duly moved. Take it easy on him though guys, his intentions in posting were benevolent and we all know some people out there have difficulties with writing. It would have taken a little bit of bravery to contribute knowing there was a risk people might criticise. Mike - welcome and thanks for posting. Nice to have a collection of people here with an interest in these amazing amps! [/quote] Absolutely. Welcome to Basschat, Mike. Please ignore the peanut gallery. I'd like to hear your thoughts on the JJ KT77 . I have them in my Pro 4000 and Pro 2000 and they seem to do a pretty good job.

[quote name='tayste_2000' post='950681' date='Sep 9 2010, 02:51 PM']The Digitech BSW does an amazingly fast tracking octaver if you're after a more digital synthetic sound.[/quote] +1 to that, I had one which tracked at least as well as my EBS, though it sounded ... different.

Like buses these things - nothing for ages and then two come along at once! [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Yamaha-Bass-Guitar-BB1000-/110582876909?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item19bf40caed"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Yamaha-Bass-Guitar-B...=item19bf40caed[/url]

Hurricane. Never seen one of these before. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PRECISION-BASS-HURRICAIN-JAPAN-/110577869895?pt=UK_Musical_Instruments_Guitars_CV&hash=item19bef46447"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PRECISION-BASS-HURRI...=item19bef46447[/url] Anybody know anything about them?

I think £275 is a little optimistic in the current climate. I'd say £250, and knock off another 25 quid if it doesn't have the original Yamaha fitted hard case.

I have a BB800 from the same period (79 - 82) which is essentially the same bass with round position markers and a solid finish. I bought mine second hand in 1981 and it'll be the bass I keep when all the others have gone. The neck is slimmer than a P-neck and much less chunky, but not as slim as a Jazz. Let me know where you would like it measured and I'll get the vernier caliper out! These tend to go for about 10 - 20 % of the price of a Fender Precision of the same year, which is ridiculous given the quality of Japanese made Yamaha instruments. I'd say go for it, you won't regret it.

Should be possible, you just need to find someone who will supply you with a non-latching switch.

[quote name='lojo' post='950746' date='Sep 9 2010, 03:51 PM']Prompted by another thread, Im wondering who uses what A/B selector pedal I might get one, to save me pulling leads, but I just want a simple switch, that wont degrade the passive signal, but does not have to reply on a PP9, which the leading brands seem to require[/quote] I have a Banzai, which does take a PP9 or a pedal board power feed, but only uses it to light the LEDs and functions perfectly well without any power. Doesn't take up much space either, top quality bit of kit.

[quote name='munkonthehill' post='948501' date='Sep 7 2010, 05:03 PM']hahahaha ok no problem, i dont think you are trying to help. So dont let the door hit you where the good lord split you when you leave this thread matey. Unless you can contribute helpfully of course![/quote] This kind of personal abuse is totally unjustified IMHO.

So what would be a good synth for playing bass parts live? Someone mentioned a Microkorg XL . For those of us who probably couldn't justify a minimoog, what other choices are there? GAK seem to have a good deal on the Akai Miniak at the moment, any comments from the synth-playing fraternity?