Budgetneil

[quote name='Annoying Twit' timestamp='1392808135' post='2372900'] It's a bit annoying that the fretless model has pretty much the same finish, but no pickguard. I know that gives it the 'Jaco' vibe (if not make it an absolute copy), but even so it's a bit disappointing. [/quote] Thomann also sell the Harley Benton scratchplates separately if you have a nosey in their parts section. Tortoiseshell for about £15 or pearl for around £19 if you wanted to add to the fretless.

Many thanks for all the suggestions. The wax sticks sound just the job.

Hi there, I've recently taken the scratchplate off my Epi Thunderbird for a nosey what's underneath and have decided I quite like it that way. The only problem is the screw holes - the finish is a dark sunburst so the pale wood of the holes stand out more than I'd like. Does anyone know of a good way to completely hide the holes or at least disguise them a bit? Yours hopefully... Neil

Mr Mister - Broken Wings. No? Just me then... ;-)

For my own amusement I fancy putting together a compilation of songs featuring singing bassists. I've got a few ideas but who would you choose and what song?

Fret access up at the dusty end is spot on, no problems at all.

Yup Pocket GK does the job. I also use an app called JamUp which is also free and offers a bit more flexibility IMO. Both allow you to slow down the music for practice which helps. As for actually connecting your bass I use a Peavey AmpKit Link gadget which works fine for me but there's plenty of options out there.

Just for a bit of closure I'd thought I'd put it out there that I got this sorted. I considered taking back to the shop but got in touch with Ashdown tech support first who responded within a few hours suggesting it sounded like a dodgy valve. Another question or two later (also answered very promptly) and they'd advised me how to get into the amp to change the valve and also accurately predicted which of the two was duff. A trip to my local music shop and a bit of DIY later and the problem is now solved. Thanks Ashdown!

Hi chaps - I'm hoping someone can shed some light on a problem I've just noticed. I've got a Ashdown 220 Dual Tube combo that is producing a mains type buzz/hum at all times. It gets louder when the master volume is turned up even when the amp is muted but none of the other controls affect it at all. It also does it regardless of whether anything is plugged in so basses, cables and stomp boxes can't be the problem. Anybody else experienced similar? Thanks in anticipation! Neil