molan

They look rather nice! I saw a Plus recently which seems to be pretty basic, missing the additional pickup, stereo outs etc.

[quote name='SteveK' post='220457' date='Jun 17 2008, 11:09 AM']OK, There's been much speculation over the years as to what is actually sung in the chorus of the MMEB version. In fact, when it was released in America, a few radio stations wouldn't play it, assuming that the word was "douche". The actual Earth Band lyric [i]is [/i](cue fanfare) [b]... Wrapped up like a deuce another runner in the night...[/b]... At least... that's what I've been singing for the last 22 years The reason it sounds like "Douche" (according to Manfred) is that when they came to do the original mix there was a slight misalignment of the tape heads resulting in "S" sounding like "Sh". Steve[/quote] I remember thinking it was "douche" when it first came out. So here's one for you - in the Springsteen lyrics there's the line: "And little Early-Pearly came in by her curly-wurly and asked me if I needed a ride" But in the MM version I used to swear that it goes: And little Early-Pearly [b]gave my anus[/b] curly-wurly and asked me if I needed a ride, Check it out - around 2:10 - [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6AFCJ1dLdg"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6AFCJ1dLdg[/url] As a teenager hearing this in the era of the wonderful chocolate & toffee curly wurly bar this used to conjure up all sorts of images Also - whilst we're here - Only just discovered there's a 7 minute version of this - I hope that's the live version, some nice guitar work here! In fact there's a YouTube version of this with someone's interpretation of the lyrics: [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs0JoZHGP9M&feature=related"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs0JoZHGP9M...feature=related[/url]

[quote name='Raggy' post='221217' date='Jun 18 2008, 10:46 AM']I'm Interested in buying one of these. So I would be interested in some info also. [/quote] There's quite a few reviews on Harmony Central. One thing to look out for is Yamaha's interesting definition of 'plus' which actually means 'minus'! The Attitude 'Plus' is 'minus' a lot of the things that make an Attitude interesting and appears to build down to a budget. I've seen used ones selling for under £300. Attitude Ltd is the one to go for, some people say the Ltd 1 is more 'limited' than the Ltd 2 version as well.

Not particularly interested in buying one but I do think they look pretty cool in the original sea foam green colour and just wondered what they are like to play?

[quote name='molan' post='221053' date='Jun 18 2008, 12:52 AM']Nah, just hunted around for a Jazz with a thumbrest in the upper position, lol. I'm on Blackberry at the moment so can't see the image but if you look at the properties you should be able to trace the linking url and paste it into a browser. Then backtrack a page and you'll get more info about it.[/quote] It's up for sale in the USA: [url="http://www.creamcitymusic.com/t-vintage_pg1.aspx"]http://www.creamcitymusic.com/t-vintage_pg1.aspx[/url] No prices listed though for this '74 that I can see but they have a '76 at $3,900 so not exactly a bargain basement kinda shop!

[quote name='Jase' post='221051' date='Jun 18 2008, 12:40 AM']Is that your bass molan?[/quote] Nah, just hunted around for a Jazz with a thumbrest in the upper position, lol. I'm on Blackberry at the moment so can't see the image but if you look at the properties you should be able to trace the linking url and paste it into a browser. Then backtrack a page and you'll get more info about it.

How about here:

[quote name='EBS_freak' post='220060' date='Jun 16 2008, 05:30 PM']Both are great amps... but you are right to lean towards the TD650 and HD350. They are more clean, pure, hi-fi than the Fafner.[/quote] I do quite like the look of the Fafner I have to admit - the good old chicken head knobs always look cool! I've also had an offer of a brand new Fafner at the same price as an HD and £300 less than a TD so that's obviously making it look a little more tempting

[quote name='spinynorman' post='220325' date='Jun 17 2008, 12:56 AM']I didn't know that and wouldn't have guessed in a million years. Personal opinion, but can't stand Springsteen generally. BBTL is a good song though, if weird.[/quote] Here's the Springsteen version if you haven't heard it: [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BN6zFN8cAPs"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BN6zFN8cAPs[/url] I do prefer the MMEB version of course! Or if you want to hear one of the many more recent cover versions I quite like this one by Funkstar Deluxe : [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uc_V4QXGPyk&feature=related"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uc_V4QXGPyk...feature=related[/url] I feel this may be confirm me as something of a heretic to the purists though

I'm looking for an EBS head at the moment but haven't had a chance to A/B the Fafner against the TD650. I'm primarily looking for a clean 'pure' kinda sound so leaning towards the TD (or maybe an HD) as EBS seem to position the Fafner as more of a 'rock' head than the TD Not much between them on price (depending on where you shop) so good to get some independent opinions!

Cue obligatory shot of Ashdown player getting ears in tune ready for the gig: Sorry, couldn't resist!

[url="http://www.lemmymovie.com/"]http://www.lemmymovie.com/[/url] Looks like a fun night out

[quote name='7string' post='219386' date='Jun 15 2008, 07:41 PM']Somewhere here on BC, someone recommended this interview with Roger Sadowsky [url="http://www.behindthenotes.com/index.php/Featured-Video/Features/Bass/Roger-Sadowsky/menu-id-17.html"]http://www.behindthenotes.com/index.php/Fe...menu-id-17.html[/url] In it he discusses the Metro range vs. NYC. The Metro's have a limited amount of options, but are the same fit & finish as an NYC. Surprisingly, the NYC basses are chambered to keep the weight down and they have the option of exotic wood tops. It's a great interview (about an hour) and I apologise for not name-checking the BC'er who brought the interview to everyone's attention in the first instance. [b]bassaussie[/b]- You're a lucky guy to own 2 (!) Sadowsky NYC basses [/quote] Thanks for this - downloading right now!

[quote name='beerdragon' post='218678' date='Jun 14 2008, 02:17 AM']Blimey i did'nt know we had a bass player from Manfred Manns Earthband posting on Basschat. one of my favourite bands.[/quote] Springsteen song originally - and definitely some of his strangest lyrics: Madman drummers bummers and Indians in the summer with a teenage diplomat In the dumps with the mumps as the adolescent pumps his way into his hat With a boulder on my shoulder feelin' kinda older I tripped the merry-go-round With this very unpleasing sneezing and wheezing the calliope crashed to the ground Some all-hot half-shot was headin' for the hot spot snappin' his fingers clappin' his hands And some fleshpot mascot was tied into a lover's knot with a whatnot in her hand And now young Scott with a slingshot finally found a tender spot and throws his lover in the sand And some bloodshot forget-me-not whispers daddy's within earshot save the buckshot turn up the band And she was blinded by the light Cut loose like a deuce another runner in the night Blinded by the light She got down but she never got tight, but she'll make it alright Some brimstone baritone anti-cyclone rolling stone preacher from the east He says: "Dethrone the dictaphone, hit it in its funny bone, that's where they expect it least" And some new-mown chaperone was standin' in the corner all alone watchin' the young girls dance And some fresh-sown moonstone was messin' with his frozen zone to remind him of the feeling of romance Yeah he was blinded by the light Cut loose like a deuce another runner in the night Blinded by the light He got down but she never got tight, but he's gonna make it tonight Some silicone sister with her manager's mister told me I got what it takes She said I'll turn you on sonny, to something strong if you play that song with the funky break, And go-cart Mozart was checkin' out the weather chart to see if it was safe to go outside And little Early-Pearly came in by her curly-wurly and asked me if I needed a ride, Oh, some hazard from Harvard was skunked on beer playin' backyard bombardier Yes and Scotland Yard was trying hard, they sent a dude with a calling card, he said, do what you like, but don't do it here Well I jumped up, turned around, spit in the air, fell on the ground Asked him which was the way back home He said take a right at the light, keep goin' straight until night, and then boy, you're on your own And now in Zanzibar a shootin' star was ridin' in a side car hummin' a lunar tune Yes, and the avatar said blow the bar but first remove the cookie jar we're gonna teach those boys to laugh too soon And some kidnapped handicap was complainin' that he caught the clap from some mousetrap he bought last night, Well I unsnapped his skull cap and between his ears I saw a gap but figured he'd be all right He was just blinded by the light Cut loose like a deuce another runner in the night Blinded by the light Mama always told me not to look into the sights of the sun Oh but mama that's where the fun is I'd like to try some of what he was on the night he wrote this

So how did it go? Sorry - was too late to make the advice time!

I've recently bought an NYC having lusted after a Sadowsky for many years and when one came up in almost my perfect colour choice I felt like I just had to have it. Interestingly I've noticed that there sometimes isn't a massive difference in price between the NYC & Metro ranges on the used market (well enough to buy an entire used Fender but not on a relative basis, lol). From my limited knowledge the NYC's are obviously rarer and tend to have snazzier finishes but I just wondered what the differences were in real world playing terms, quality of fit & finish, usable tones etc. etc.

I've had a couple of looks at this one. Looks like a bit of a frankenstein job on that control plate (as mentioned above). Even if it all works Ok then I think this is really going to effect both the sell on price if you don't like it and the ease of selling because it's a long way from standard. Personally I think you can find a lot better Modulus basses out there if you keep your eyes open. Unlikely to find one for £600 but I think spending a bit more might be better than taking something that's a bit "dodgy".

What are the differences between the DTR1000 & 2000?

So my new Lakland came fitted with a funky sparkly black bowling ball style pickguard. However it also came with the original minty green. I've been sitting staring at it with the green pickguard fitted over the top of the black one & it also looks nice! So which would you go for? Bear in mind that the green guard isn't sitting flush with the body so might not look quite perfect. Basic body colour is a dark green metallic, not sure how well this shows up in the pics but hopefully you'll get an idea. I've tried to add a poll to see which wins the 'discerning' BC vote

I know this might be a bit of a radical suggestion but have you thought about a lighter bass? I slipped a disc in my upper back and went on a quest for something really light. Latest fave squeeze on this front is my Zon VB4. Feels like there's virtually nothing there. Here's a pic of Michael Manring playing one: Obviously these are as rare as a very rare thing indeed but there are obviously other very light basses out there. My Kubicki is vaguely similar, extremely light weight and easy to play on extended sessions. As it happens I also use Comfort Strapps. I have a short and a medium and the short is really only for "home use" when I need a bit of extra balance when playing sitting down.

[quote name='warwickhunt' post='186303' date='Apr 27 2008, 09:14 AM']Brandi Carlile-The Story Hardly difficult but a great song with the chance to really shine through the dynamic range of it.[/quote] Good shout John, Never heard of her before but just been listening to her on MySpace. Will definitely try some more of her stuff