snorkie635

Aesthetics aside, (always going to be naysayers who waffle on about board woods and 'prawn' headstock inlay etc.), the modern version is easier to navigate controls on a gig. The parametric mid-control on the 2018s works really well and those pickups sound great to my ears. The 77s have the mojo (whatever that might actually be?), and the Moog circuitry, which give them a possible sound, not available without using pedals on the 2018 model. Both models weigh a hefty 11.5/12lbs, so not for those with back issues I'd imagine. The frets on the newer models are wider and slightly higher than those on the 70s and the headstock, being smaller, makes finding a gig-bag (to reduce schlep-grief) that bit easier. I'd happily recommend either model, with the caveat of the need to buy a crane.

Have a listen to 'Slade in Flame' with Jimmy Lea on bass (or any other Slade album with him playing). You might get a surprise.

Last gig at the start of this month.

"Gay Kremlin?"

Actually, it's 4. My bad.

What you should try my friend, is one of these. I find that set to these approximate dial-settings, it gives a not far-off Double Bass sound. Good luck and hope this helps.

You saucy minx, you.

Back when I were a lad!

I know the feeling sir.

At last, my very own 'signature' model!

I reckon about 18mm string spacing, so a little wider than a Precision 4-string neck.

Gig last week. Sounded very 'Rick-like'.

1st class. Enjoyed looking at this and am seriously impressed.

Dear Rob, I have no idea regards fret-wire, but am happy to offer my services to find out for you. If you care to post your bass to PO Box 666, Chelmsford, I will personally take it around the world until I find a match. I estimate that this should take us well into the 2030s, but I am sure you will be more than pleased with the result. Snorkie635 Just outside your back door, checking the locks work. (You never can be sure).

Win, win!

There's a new Overwater SS Model on their web-site this very day.

Filthy drive = EBS Metaldrive pedal.

Here's a close shot of one of my Progress basses.

That's a very poor excuse Alex. Have a re-think.

"Right! You're nicked!"