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I had an RBX. It was good.
The only thing it really needed (apart from me to improve my technique) was shielding - the factory default shielding paint wasn't up to much. Copper tape made it all better.
Lightweight, flexible, and easy to play. What's not to like?!
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Just bought a Hothand pedal from Stuart - all was good. Good communication, clear photos, well packaged, and quick delivery. Thanks!
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In case it's useful for somebody, I found La Bella low tension flats (LTF) to be slightly less compliant than TI Jazz flats, have less mids, but get much closer to that classic vintage tone. They were more compliant than D'Addario Chromes and Fender flats (I've never had the guts to try the classic La Bella's).
I like both LTFs and TI Jazz flats.
LTFs on the Precision.
TI Jazz on most other things (including fretless) apart from a couple of fretted that still have round wounds.
Phil
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1 hour ago, ead said:
That one has been on eBay for a while - so the seller may be amenable to a lower offer.
If I didn't already have a similar-looking cricket bat (mine in black from Hohner) I might have had a pop. As it is somebody else can have an emergency, easily-transportable fretless that also doubles as a door stop or weapon.
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There are a few options on eBay. Chyla basses has one up for sale (30" fretless) or there is an old Aria Sinsonido.
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Or look for a 2nd hand Steinberger copy 'cricket bat' from the 80s by Hohner (B2) or others (the wooden through-neck versions). You might have to strip out the electronics, but the actual cricket bat part should still be fine.
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I don't need another 4-string Yamaha. But I'm tempted.
Good luck with the sale!
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Just to throw another option into the mix - consider a cheaper multi-effect unit (like Zoom or others). Useful if she wants to try out different sounds - may not be quite as nice sounding as the options above, but in the context of a band mix, probably close enough (and gives more flexibility). Then when you know what you want, there is always the infamous basschat marketplace
Phil
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This is a bargain. I don't need another bass. *must not look at basschat marketplace*
Have a bump on me!-
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I don't disagree with the sentiment in this thread. However, I am lucky enough to own a BB2000 - it is as awesome as people say. But it is quite heavy for a 4-string - which might be another reason to not do a straight reissue - some of the magic of the highly rated old Yamahas was the well over-engineered (heavy) bridge, custom-wound pickups, and solid construction - I also wonder if wood choice had an impact on the feel (I don't believe it has so much impact on the sound).
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What is the weight of this bass (that I definitely shouldn't be looking at!)?
Thanks
Phil
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TI Jazz if you want articulate mids.
La Bella if you want to nail the old-school thump. La Bella Low Tension Flats if you are a lightweight like me and don't like playing on anchor cables.
There are other choices. I've tried some of them. I like these 2.
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Might be worth looking at retrovibe to see if he has any that are the correct size.
https://retrovibe.co.uk/product-category/parts/pickups/
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It worked for Jaco. And "the fretless monster"!
Having said that, I like the mid-heavy content that TI-Jazz flats give on fretless.
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We recently moved to the WorshipTools suite - Presenter, Planning & Charts. Much simpler to use and seems more stable than ProPresenter, and doesn't require our volunteers to read a manual if something goes wrong...
https://www.worshiptools.com/en-us
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If you can find one 2nd hand within budget, the JMJ Mustang is great. And you can probably sell it for what you bought if for if it doesn't work out.
Good luck,
Phil
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If you like the feel and sound of the La Bellas, but they are just a bit too 'rigid' for your pinkie, try the low tension flats (La Bella LTFs).
But as others have said, sometimes different strings suit different basses - I love the TI Jazz flats on a few other basses but they didn't sound 'right' on my Precision...
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This is a great price, for a great bass. I have a black JMJ otherwise I'd be tempted!
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For Android, I have used Songbook Pro for a couple of years - was previously using OnSong on an iPad.
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The other option is to go for something headless if you want to keep with a full scale.
Strandberg are expensive but seem to get lots of love. (My son has an 8 string guitar which is a thing of beauty, and the strange neck shape just works).
Other (cheaper) options include Ibanez and Cort. Older 80s Steinberger copies tend to be a bit heavier, but are still lighter than your typical Fender Shaped Object.
Good luck with the search,
Phil
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If there is no damage to the strings then keep them going!
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If I hadn't just bought a P I'd be in trouble. Good luck with the sale!
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Bought a rather nice Black/Black/Maple Player I Precision bass off Dave.
Easy, fast, and honest transaction - very good.
Fast delivery & well packed as well - recommended.
Phil
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I'm also 6'4 and enjoy short scale basses - my 2 are a JMJ Mustang (in black because I'm fussy) and a 1970 Guild Starfire II which might be short scale but is huge both in size and sound (purists would say it's the wrong age, as it has the Guild humbuckers instead of the Bisonic pickups, but it has quite a character)!
Having said that, I also like 34" scale basses - variety is the spice of life!
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Headless/ fretless bass for less than £1k
in Bass Guitars
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I've got almost the same bass (mine is unlined) - I ended up swapping the pickups (as the default hum buckers were lacking in clarity) and stripping out the (dodgy) electronics to convert to passive, along with giving the fingerboard a wee sand down as it had some dings and flat spots on it. Great option for a lightweight and portable fretless.