solo4652

I live 6 miles from him. I've emailed him to say I'd like to come round for a look at the G&L, because I'm very interested in buying it. What happens if I want it? Don't want to jump a queue, if one is forming. What's the etiquette here?

Steve

[quote name='BassBunny' post='378865' date='Jan 13 2009, 12:16 PM']I have seen/played this Bass and Steve has been quite modest in his description. It is a stunner.[/quote]


Thank you! It [i]is[/i] nice isn't it!? This is one of the very last made in Japan. I think they're made elsewhere now. If only it had a J-neck, I'd keep it in a flash.

Oh bugger - I've gone all whimsical about it now. Somebody make me a sensible offer for it quick, before I withdraw it.

I managed to speak to Tito Dalmedo today. He remembers making the bass, and he was able to give me a fairly detailed spec. I'm hoping to go and see it this week.

Here are the Harmony Central reviews:

[url="http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews/Electric+Bass/product/Tokai/Hard+Puncher/10/1"]http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews...rd+Puncher/10/1[/url]

I particularly like the dutch guy's comments!

If you're even remotely considering buying an MIM precision, please don't - not before trying my Tokai first!

I've spotted this:

[url="http://manchester.gumtree.com/manchester/85/28075985.html"]http://manchester.gumtree.com/manchester/85/28075985.html[/url]

Anybody have any experience of these basses, please? A google search doesn't produce much.

Steve

Hi everybody,

I have a 6 month old Tokai Hardpuncher P-bass here. It looks exactly like this:

[url="http://www.rockfactory.co.uk/proddetail.php?prod=gbg-tokhp"]http://www.rockfactory.co.uk/proddetail.php?prod=gbg-tokhp[/url]

Blonde body and gold hardware. Only difference is that mine has a matching thumb-rest above the bottom E string. Also, I've just had the stock ceramic pups replaced with some Fender alnico ones of unknown age - they were fitted by Steve Robinson, Manchester Guitar Tech who had intended to use them in a parts-build project. I still have the original pups.

Only ever been used for bedroom practice, so in virtually "as new" condition. I've gone over it very carefully and can't find any marks at all. Only imperfection is a slight mark on one of the replacement pup covers. Comes with a cheap gigbag and a new set of Hartke mediums.

With the new pups, it has a classic rich, full P-thump sound. Tone control actually does do something, and you can get a brighter, more modern sound easily. My music teacher puts it on a par with his Highway One P-bass for sound quality.

I'm in no great rush to get rid of this beauty, but will consider swapping it for something like a MIJ/CIJ Jazz, a Highway One Jazz or maybe a MIA Jazz, with appropriate cash adjustment. I've finally decided to go with a J-neck rather than P-neck after much umming and arring.

I don't really want to swap it for something unless I've played the replacement, and somebody is happy having played my Tokai. I'm in Stockport and will gladly drive up to, say, 50 miles to meet somebody - no problem at all.

Given its condition, and its upgraded pups, I reckon it's worth £300 ish.

If anybody is interested, I'll post pictures - just let me know.

Steve

Hi,

I have a 1987 Peavey Fury, and I need a truss rod adjuster for it. I know that a Gibson adjuster fits. It's a 5/16th nut. Something like this:

[url="http://gear1music.com/Ovation-Peghead-Style-Truss-Rod-Wrench/M/B001OLUPMC.htm?traffic_src=froogle&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=froogle-GB&id=uk"]http://gear1music.com/Ovation-Peghead-Styl...le-GB&id=uk[/url]



Anybody got a spare gibson truss rod adjuster, or something very similar? Where might I get one, please?

Steve

Sorted now - Got one from Allparts.

[quote name='BassBunny' post='368911' date='Jan 2 2009, 10:17 PM']Steve, The CD I sent you has both a Metronome and Drum Machine in the software package.
Get it loaded on your lap-top and off you go.[/quote]


Yes - thank you. I'm not too bad at staying with the beat once I've got going. The problem is counting bars to ensure I'm starting and stopping at the right points, and then losing concentration on the bass-playing techniques as a direct result. Alternatively, I concentrate on my playing and then lose track of where I amm in the song!

Jennifer's tips above are useful. Quite simply, the more I practise and the more familiar I become with the songs, then the easier it gets. For people who aren't naturally musical (like me), it probably comes down to hours of practice, time and effort. Dammit.

Steve

[quote name='thepurplepea' post='368523' date='Jan 2 2009, 03:08 PM']Hi mate,

Since you're in Stockport, you can try the Moolah Rouge. I think it's still called the Moolah...it used to be called the Nut House. Its on the A6 down that little road where 3M paint's is. Top floor of a converted mill. They have a studio, several rooms and you can rent equipment. Equipment isn't bad. Guys who run it are OK. Havn't been for a couple of years though. It used to be about £40 for four hours which isn't too bad. 01614290986

Also, there is the Greenhouse. Another place in Stockport just off either J27 or J1 off the M60. 01614314127. They are a bit cheaper but the rooms are a little duller. I think they were about £32 for four hours.[/quote]


Thank you - I'll look them up.

Hi all,

We've been practising in our drummer's home-office, but we now need more room, and his wife needs more peace.

Can anybody recommend a rehearsal room in south manchester that's cheap? We might even be able to share costs with somebody who isn't using their facilities as much as they would like.. All suggestions gratefully received.

Happy new year,

Steve

Some really useful advice here.

I'm pretty much a beginner, and I'm struggling with my timing. Playing along to Youtube videos at home, I'm not too bad. However, when I play with a drummer and guitarist, it often falls apart. This mainly because I'm concentrating on keeping the beat, but then find it really hard to count the bars to start, stop, just play roots, play the bridge, etc at the right points. We don't have a singer yet, and I'm hoping that this will be the missing link. That said, I'm fully aware that it's me and the drummmer who should be the core of the song.

Any advice to stop my irritation growing, please?

Steve

A music stand that's solid enough not to wobble about when I tap my feet. Two "Boston" guitar stands - chunky and solid, but possibly not quite tall enough for basses.

Still no sign of the much-needed box of bass-playing talent, sadly.

[quote name='Soulfinger' post='351744' date='Dec 11 2008, 01:33 PM']Ok, if you´re still looking for a P/J, let me recommend the Yamaha BB414.

Quality bass, excellent sound and workmanship. Much better than"half decent". [/quote]

I completely agree. My first ever bass was a BB404 - brilliant. Sold it when I bought my Tokai Hardpuncher P-bass. Actually, I'm having some 1970's Fender pups put into the Tokai in an effort to move it a little more towards a J tone, while retaining it's P bottom.

Never believe what's on a website!

I rang them. Price is £290 with Seymour Duncan quarter-pounders, £214 with stock Peavey pups. [i]Thought[/i] it looked a good deal...

Steve

PM'd

[quote name='Stan_da_man' post='349706' date='Dec 9 2008, 01:45 PM']I have replied to your PM. [/quote]

Your PM received. Thank you.

[quote name='Adee' post='349587' date='Dec 9 2008, 12:11 PM']One for sale on here :

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=28013&hl=peavey+zodiac"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=...l=peavey+zodiac[/url][/quote]


Yes - I'd seen this. It appears not to have the S/D Quarter Pounders, however, which surely would be pretty desirable over the stock Peavey pups?

Hi,

I'm still searching for a half-decent P/J bass. The G&L SB-2 is a possibility. I've just come across this:

[url="http://www.jbsmusic.co.uk/view/1517/"]http://www.jbsmusic.co.uk/view/1517/[/url]

Peavey Zodiac DE Scorpio with solid alder body and Seymour Duncan quarter pounders. New for £214, including delivery. I'm a bit of a fan of Peaveys - I have an '87 Fury which is a storming J bass.

All opinions of the Zodiac DE scorpio gratefully received.

Thanks,

Steve

[quote name='JohnSlade07' post='343216' date='Dec 2 2008, 05:01 PM']PM sent mate.[/quote]


Thanks. Reply sent.

[quote name='JohnSlade07' post='342145' date='Dec 1 2008, 05:46 PM']I've got a G&L Tribute SB2 and love it. Really solid sounding bass that can sit well in a bandmix. Took me a while to find the right strings as the pickups are very hot and it can sound a bit trebly. Once I got used to it however and put nickelwound strings on, I was really glad I got it. Unfortunately, I've developed Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and for some strange reason my other basses seem easier to play now so I tend to leave it at home when gigging.[/quote]


Oh dear - I'm sorry to hear about your CTS difficulties. At least it hasn't stopped you playing everything. If you're not playing your SB2 and you want to sell it or trade it, please drop me a PM.

Regards,

Steve

Hi,

I have a G&L SB-2 bass in my sights. Decsribed as "the cheap version of the Tribute L200". Apparently the SB-2 has a J-profile neck. I've looked at the Harmony Central reviews which seem pretty positive.

Any body got one? All comments on the tone and playability most welcome.

Thanks,

Steve

[quote name='budget bassist' post='340905' date='Nov 30 2008, 02:45 AM']
Does that resemble it?[/quote]


Not really - I think that's the all-black '54 reissue crafted in Mongolia, Batsaikhan Borijigin signature model with black hardware, although it's a little difficult to tell from your picture. I need to emphasise that I have [b]Absolutely Nothing[/b] on offer here. I've been somewhat overwhelmed with offers, but nobody seems to have anything that I truly don't want, or I could not exchange something for, with no adjustements in either direction.

Anybody have any suggestions for Beedster and me? If not, I'll have to seriously consider not going on Ebay. Actually, I've already posted bugger-all there, but somebody bid zero for it. Typical.

I'm in a similar position. Perhaps we could help each other out here.

How about: You don't send me anything and I'll exchange that with nothing? I should point out that my end of the trade is zero-rated VAT AND it's free post and packing. Complete bargain. Must be Christmas.

Quick update:

I sold my SWR 100W combo to a friend. I tried the Marshall MB4210 and liked it. But, it weighs in at 33 Kgs! I decided I'm too old and unfit for humping that about.

Also, I decided I wanted simple, rather than complex - I'm a beginner bass player, not an experienced sound technician. I didn't really want to go down the seperate head/cab route - all getting a bit too technical for me. I wanted plug 'n' play. Finally, many of the seperate cabs I could afford weighed just as much, if not more, than the combo's I was considering.

So, looking for a (relatively) lightweight, well thought-of 300W combo from a reputable maker that wasn't ridiculously expensive, I found this:

[url="http://www.rockingrooster.co.uk/product_info.php?PID=1803"]http://www.rockingrooster.co.uk/product_info.php?PID=1803[/url]

Harmony Central reviews are good, price looked very good, weighs 25 Kg, and I'm hoping it's loud enough to keep up with the drummer.

Delivery expected today. I've already warned the neighbours.

Steve

Price reduction bump.