Bassmonkey

Met a pal last night who tells me he had just seen Stuart Hamm deliver a 2.5 hour bass masterclass in front of about 20 people at a studio literally around the corner from where I live!!!! Had loads of pics, met and spoke to Stu for 15 mins. Sounded an amazing night. YEAH THANKS FOR THE HEADS UP!!! I think I uttered the word BUGGER!

$1499. Lotta money

My first 5 stringer. Not brave enough to gig with it yet mind you. I love noodling along at home but get a bit of finger dyslexia when trying to play some of our songs. 30 years of playing just 4 strings will do that to ya.....still, very nice though. Would be tempted by the white one but not at the new prices.

I recently picked up a mahogany version one of these up at a bargain price. I have to say i really love playing this bass, masses of available tones, comfy, low action. Now just seen this white beauty. I SOOOO want one but they're not cheap. Very sexy http://www.ibanez.co.jp/products/eb_page14.php?year=2014&area_id=2&cat_id=2&series_id=60&data_id=225&color=CL01

3rd time I have had the pleasure of dealing with Will. Always easy and no hassle. A proper gent. Deal with confidence PLUS owns the worlds sexiest Ricky! Thx Andy

[quote name='jazzyvee' timestamp='1401706657' post='2465955'] Blimey, I followed that thread and it has put me off. Jazzyvee [/quote] I wouldn't be put off. As they're not far from me, I went in to see them. They took measurements of my amp (wedge monitor so not square) and made the cover to fit perfectly. The guy Lee I think, is really nice and helpful. Nothing but a good impression as far as I am concerned.

Kind of agree. Especially when I get in after the gig. I can never sleep. End up watching TV for hours then am like an old codger when I stand up. Always completely done in on the following day. Don't do much knitting though! ha ha ha

Yep - quietly watching that one......

i like em

When my band first got together. A designer pal created us a logo which he claimed took him minutes. Since then its appeared as the mainstay of our website, on business cards, posters etc. He is almost apologetic. We love it though

[quote name='BassBus' timestamp='1399728511' post='2447083'] And #5 is why I am an Ahteist [/quote] when I see your posts, always reminds me of my in laws. they're from Otterburn, in fact her family house was called The Rievers! Have fun you atheistic riever!

It's true, it's true I tells ya.....

Had the pleasure of meeting John yesterday at Elland Road. We shared a box watching Leeds v Derby. Despite being a Derby fan, he was truly a lovely guy. Really friendly and good fun. Even showed an interest in my bass activities despite his amazing back catalogue. Now looking forward to Asia at Holmfirth in June.

I enjoy the clean up, fettling and making good of new basses. Always a tad disappointed when they arrive perfect. Love a little dabble

Great band. Great venue. Gonna go thrash my Fieldy signature bass now!!!!

Bought Steve's cow strap. Lovely jubbly (as Del would say) Er.......thanks Andy

Hiya - just bought this. Now not usually a 5 stringer, in fact this is my first, but borrowed a pals and really liked it. Been chasing one of these for a while after my pals Ibanez SR695 was so nice and finally got one at the right price. Really happy with the condition. Was a bit grimy, had a couple of crackly pots, a missing string and even strap locks attached. Whacked on a set of DR Black Beautys, contact cleaner, fret polish, clean up, lemon oil, new battery. Perfect. Plays like a dream and loving the low B. Not sure I am ready to gig it but it has an enormous range of tones. Happy buyer. Hope you like it.

Never mind the guitar (nice colour though) Loving Faversham Kebab House.......mmmmmmmm kebabs......

I recently found a Harvest Bass Case at a uk retailer. Was on their website. Contacted them to buy they wouldn't ship. I offered to pay extra. No, only available if I went in. Being 200 miles away, I declined and bought direct from Germany. Good luck staying in business guys!

[quote name='roonjuice' timestamp='1397918051' post='2428630'] Where u at buddy? If you are close u can try out various combos of rays/bongo! Stingrays lend themselves to playing hard and digging in well, due to to the big bridge (but Bernard was a tickler and he had AWESOME tone obvs) The 18v 4 band pre in a bongo is something entirely differant. u can really REALLY sculpt your sound. I prefer rays thru a big old valve amp hit hard, but a bongo thru a big old SS amp for nuance and definition. Easily outclasses the pre in many very expensive boutique basses. Just dont get one at home for playing on your knee, because the lower horn Knacks! [/quote] If JBF opts to come to Leeds to try Roons Rays out, I will happily bring along my 93 maple 2EQ with dampers for him to try at the same time. Let me know if it happens and we can sort it.

How did ya get on Pete? would have thought you were in safe territory at the Tap, they love their rock in there. Spike is a top guy too. Usually a good crowd. Andy