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    bump
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    And again
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    Ah, pity it is the PJ type and not one with humbuckers...
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    Hi For sale is the Status Matrix fretless I got from BCer bamboo, originally owned by fretmeister. It is a rare beast, afaik the original fretted neck was replaced by a Status fretless neck, and then a P pickup was added, with its own volume and tone controls, and a separate output jack. This allows to run two different amps (and/or effect chains) at once, mix (or alternate between) both signals with a line selector pedal, etc. The bass is like having a graphite-necked Jazz and Precision fretless basses at once! It really sings and growls, with added body if the P pickup is used. The graphite allows you to use any kind of strings, and provides the proverbial extra brightness. The original bass dates from '97, and the body has numerous tiny marks (none offensive or apparent), the neck is pretty much mint. Low action, fast neck. The price is 400£ shipped, including the functional, original Status gig bag - I'll also throw in the flatwound string set it came with. I'm selling because I still prefer the neck of the Sonus fretless, and lined fingerboards. Trades possible but not many things I'm after at the moment... Maybe Pedulla, Marleaux with cash your way. Pics: Thanks!
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    Cause the D and (especially) G strings are completely mis-aligned with the pole pieces? 😊
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    Hi all NOW 230£ SHIPPING INCLUDED For sale my Yamaha BBG4SII. Bought it new as a backup, but no gigs + recent acquisitions mean it probably should go. It is a rock solid, active bass in virtually mint condition, except for the gold hardware somewhat tarnished (typical of this model, I believe), with two humbuckers and controls for vol/bal/bass/treble. The fretboard is a beautiful piece of rosewood, and it has a great satin neck with nicely figured maple. Stays in tune forever. The E string is particularly resonant, with very positive action. It has a broad range of solid tones, personally I would say it lends itself mainly to pop and rock - it can go from super woody to very snappy on the bridge PU. I would definitely keep it as it is fun to occasionally play, but I am bewitched by hi-fi basses and uncontrollable GAS... Anyhow, I found it difficult to set a price, so I've followed my rule of 60% of what I paid for it new. So it's 250£, shipping included, with a gig bag. A rockcase semi-rigid would be extra. Paypal accepted. Pics: [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/9844B672-92F3-4AA1-801A-C39AABA8EB80-2801-000002689EF82474_zps0de54078.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/4F33ABFE-0105-45C6-8C98-B733AB6ED865-2801-00000292B5A99783_zps8a86b606.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/2AFFBDD4-4CB6-4696-9710-016AF01CA6C0-2801-00000292E82DBD46_zps9ad94394.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/6A047AD2-0694-480B-A7CA-488CA759A5DE-2801-000002934A7EA567_zpsc947e3b3.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/D7B8E9EE-87F1-4FBE-992A-9238036D81DA-2801-000002931261FBD7_zps9b8a0cc6.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/B4713ECB-6B7A-4750-A3ED-2C1A63CEE30E-2801-000002945D55B043_zps83ac383f.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/E2D97321-CC9A-4A36-8657-DAE82C4C3854-2801-000002A1BE5370DF_zpsa35c79e3.jpg[/IMG] Thanks for looking!
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    Hi Up for sale my Danelectro Dead on 67 Baritone guitar. I am the first owner, and it's in excellent condition. I bought it because I was curious about baritone guitars, and I love the looks. It wasn't easy at all to find one in this colour, as this has been discontinued! I finally found one in Switzerland. Anyhow, I have too many guitars, so this beauty is up for grabs. I want 250£ for it, shipping to the UK included. I'll throw in a Vox Amplug AC30 that I don't use for free. Thanks! [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/5177252F-57D0-4B60-865D-4AD90465E9F0-2801-0000023C0DCEA93C_zps2be809fa.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/E22E8C8E-476B-44FD-80E3-2DC45ACCD6FC-2801-0000023C5F2E499C_zps464f4f9f.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/CB54F079-7058-4FDD-98A2-D467CC14ABEC-2801-0000023CD8ED6EF6_zps5a19afea.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/870057B8-4723-426F-8C84-F083105CBA36-2801-0000023C8ADEC127_zps5072523c.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a592/juliusmonk/8301C516-23BC-417F-9227-D0F22B9A0DB7-2801-0000023D0E44B647_zps543e89e6.jpg[/IMG]
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    Do you know the nut width and string spacing at bridge? Thanks
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    The most Miller-esque tone I have heard came from an Xotic J and a Carvin SB... Not from any Fender. Go figure. I actually was sorely dissappointed with a MM signature and top of the line US jazz. I guess it just shows how individual each bass is, especially if it has had mods... Same brand, same model, same age and it sounds different...
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    I recently bought an ACG Finn from Ian and he's great to deal with - highly recommended Have a free bump on me!
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    I use namecheap.com and, despite the name, I find them excellent
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    Every piece of advice (and there's some great ones in this thread) should also indicate 'years married' and 'total number of guitars/basses/amps/other bulky gear' as complementary data. These can make all the difference on the tolerance threshold... Imho
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    International 3-way trade involving Col just completed. Everything perfect, basses were flying around in perfect sync. Col is a great guy to deal with, would not hesitate to deal with him again. The bass was perfectly packed and communication was really easy. Thanks Col!
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    International 3-way trade involving Raj just completed. Everything perfect, basses were flying around in perfect sync. Raj is a great guy to deal with, would not hesitate to deal with him again. Thanks Raj!
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    Trade agreed - pending successful completion
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    PM replied - thanks!
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    I have one exactly like that, an '81 A monster bass!
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    Why not swapping necks with the fretless? Are they the same dimensions? I would be interested... bump for a very nice unusual finish
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    Just bought Ian's ACG. Perfect! A truly pleasurable transaction. Bass came exactly as described. Would not hesitate to deal with him again. Highly recommended. Cheers Ian!
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    The obvious would have been a duel, right? Puts out a show, and gives space to each other. Also, can somebody please take that fuzz pedal away from LG. The man who stole our beloved dirty Prince from us... Unforgivable
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    Bump No rush in moving this on, but a trade in the works
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    I would start trying to know what's the reason, and whether you indeed lose volume or it is only a *perceived* lack of volume. If you only use your G string sparsely when fingering, maybe it indeed puts out less signal but you hadn't noticed, and you may need to adjust the action and/or the pickup(s) height on the treble end. If your amp is already compressing, fingered notes may be perceived as louder than strumming chords or slapping on the attack portion of the note. You may also try a heavier gauge on the G string. If all that fails, then an EQ pedal or transparent booster will help to transiently boost your signal. Compressors are generally trickier to set, may colour your tone and they are typically on most of the time. They will detract from your dynamics, so you should make sure what you really want is to even out all your playing, or just a temporary boost (e.g. if the slap is for a solo or a bridge). A boost however may drive an amp into clipping and create distortion, which can be distressing if you're playing through the house amp at each venue. So I would check that the bass is set up right first. Then maybe get both a compressor and an eq/booster, to be ready for a variety of situations?
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