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basstard

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    Aircraft travel with your bass in the hold

    in Bass Guitars

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    [quote name='Muppet' post='178841' date='Apr 17 2008, 02:00 PM']I'd be interesed in hearing more on the Hiscox story. I've flown loads of times with them and never had a problem. I do wrap the guitars in towels inside the case though.[/quote]


    Hiscox cases are excellent for general use (I have 6!) but I have had two completely trashed by different European airlines; the first was punctured 10 years ago, just missing my (then ) brand new Sei 5 string bass! The second was last year, when the headstock end of the case was caved in, chipping the headstock of my GB 5 string. This has only just been repaired and now looks as new, but pissed me off at the time, big style!
    I have flown with instruments hundreds of times so two incidents isn't so bad - however twice is too much, and I shall only use a full flight case in future as it is almost impossible to guarantee getting your bass in the cabin.
    I agree, it is not a good idea to lock your case. I have had several opened by airport staff whilst not been personally present. I usually wrap loads of gaffa tape over all the catches/fastenings to stop them being opened accidently (and to make it awkward for anyone who doesn't really need to check inside).
    As sad as it sounds, perhaps the best solution is to just fly with inexpensive instruments...

    Demeter Compulator

    in Effects

    Posted

    [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='162535' date='Mar 24 2008, 09:39 AM']I've got a Boss 9v power supply but it won't fit my new Demeter Compulator without an adaptor. Does anyone know where I can buy the mini plug adaptor?[/quote]

    Hi again! I got mine from Diago Pedal Boards (www.diago.co.uk). I think it was the blue one. Should be less than £10.00 I think.

    Sadowsky NYC 4 String Jazz Bass

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted

    [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='162227' date='Mar 23 2008, 03:13 PM']Just had the pleasure of holding this bass and meeting its owner - trust me, the photos don't do it justice and it's absolutely stunning / oozes quality. Neil's a top bloke too so buy with confidence.[/quote]

    Thanks!!!

    Demeter Compulator Compressor

    in Amps and Cabs For Sale

    Posted

    [quote name='synaesthesia' post='161764' date='Mar 22 2008, 12:17 PM']£100 +/- a few quid will pretty much get you one from the US new.[/quote]

    Yeah -

    $199.99 from MusicToyz, Maine, USA (Cheapest price I could find anywhere!)
    + $24.00 Shipping
    + £14.33 import VAT
    + £11.00 "brokerage Surcharges" (UPS)

    You add it up!

    Sadowsky NYC 4 String Jazz Bass

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by basstard

    [size=5][b]Sadowsky NYC Jazz Bass 4 string[/b][/size]

    For sale -

    blue quilted maple top,
    Sadowsky pickups and electronics.
    Hipshot D tuner.
    1995 - excellent condition
    Including new Hiscox liteflite EBS case

    This is the NYC version, not the Metro so I'm looking for £1800. Can discuss shipping/postage/collection etc.

    Pictures below -







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