geoffbyrne

Strings sometimes do this if they have managed to get a twist in them between nut & bridge when being put on. Try taking it completely off and holding it up by one end to let any twist come out, then re-stringing it while carefully making sure no twist is re-introduced during the installation. You never know, it may work. Also, costs nothing but time. G.

[quote name='TPTroll' timestamp='1460136473' post='3023029'] Right, ok, turned my attention away from that one as it sounded too confusing. But, then I found this bass with another neck issue. Neck bowed, but truss rod at max. Truss rod replacement, or just putting a new washer in at the nut? [/quote] Looking carefully at the lower picture I get the impression of an 'S' shape going on here. To me, there is almost a back bow at the first 2 or 3 frets nearest the nut, then there seems to be a fall away from approx. the 6th fret before starting back upwards at approx. the 12th-13th fret. I'd leave that one well alone as I suspect you'd never find a suitable action on it. Tightening the truss rod would amplify the 'S' and loosening would probably result in a fairly pronounced bow. G.

When I got my TRB it had a Delano Sonar something-or-other in it. Lovely sound/tone but very low output - less than unity. It was replaced with the original TRB pre as I wanted to keep the bass original. G.

....and the fact he does a damn good job of playing 'Grey Worm' on Game of Thrones..... G.

If I came into a pub with a guitarist that loud, I'd leave. Sorry, but what pleasure can be taken from being deafened? G.

Don't car tinklers have to be registered..... G.

In my band, I am 69, drummer 70, singer 59, guitar 55 and keys is the sprog at 48. We still make a joyful noise!! G.

[quote name='fleabag' timestamp='1458264616' post='3006196'] Dunno Geoff - the official site [url="http://www.straus.co.kr/bass.htm"]http://www.straus.co.kr/bass.htm[/url] calls this model the 504FM / 504QM / 504T / 504 AS depending on finish / pickups / controls Strange that they didnt name them the 404 , and named the 5 strings as 505 but they dont list any 5 strings on their site Go figure [/quote] Ta. G.

Why is that called a Rally Basso 5 when the pic shows 4 stings? G.

Looks like you've got a proper bass there, Mate. G.

You could always try a 'not as advertised' issue within Ebay. and take advice from your card company. Good luck. G.

Google is your friend.... https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=p+bass+gold+anodized+pickguard&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjeg_Tm_7rLAhXCXRoKHUN6A0YQsAQIOw&biw=1600&bih=752 G.

I have a smaller hand and started with a Jazz bass as I thought the narrowness might suit - it did, but the main prob is in movement up and down the neck, not so much across. I now find I use my pinky finger a lot more than most other bass players. This is how I achieve my span. I currently play 5 sting basses with around the full 19mm spacing at the bridge (TRB 5 snd BBGN 5) so working across the strings is no problem. Practice and use all fingers. G.

Just in case you fancy a Harley Benton: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/271676-tradeselldeko-harley-benton-b35fl-nt-5-string-acoustic-fretless-bass-bits/ (Shameless plug!) G.

When I used valve amps, I was quite partial to the 5751 valves which gives roughly 70% of the gain of the 12AX7. Check them out. G.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Deluxe-Gun-Bag-Camo-Camouflage-2-Strap-Rifle-Carry-Case-Gun-Slip-Padded-/291569862956?hash=item43e2eb092c:g:FtMAAOSwKIpWAB99 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-1-2m-Hunting-Shooting-Carry-Case-Rifle-Airsoft-Gun-Slip-Padded-Double-Bag-/361490166482?var=&hash=item542a7e32d2:m:mcj2IPQ5E9imp0xRkvt86rA http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Crosman-RATCATCHER-2250-RATBAG-Padded-Case-Bag-Air-Gun-Airgun-Rifle-Slip-/231483795640?hash=item35e58268b8:g:6UoAAOSwDwtUmp~z or just search (gun (case, bag) on ebay. G.

At the moment I don't know, but a 5mm screw does't fit - maybe a 5.5mm? I'm looking, really, for a black one with no tip. Just shot an enquiery to Staytrem, who seem to do one. Bit expensive though. G.

Post #7 here: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/278695-12ax7-pre-amp-valves/ G.

Anyone got a whammy bar that fits the Fender trem unit? The Squier one is s gnat's whisker too small! G.

If you want to read expert opinions about amp valves go here: http://www.guitaramplifierblueprinting.com/ You can also ask Myles a direct question by going here: http://forums.musicplayer.com/ubbthreads.php/topics/1351234/222 and joining the forum (which is to close shortly). G.