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  1. solo4652
    Have a look on Gumtree, here: [url="http://manchester.gumtree.com/cgi-bin/list_postings.pl?search_terms=Bassist&posting_cat=2128"]http://manchester.gumtree.com/cgi-bin/list...osting_cat=2128[/url] 4 or 5 "Bassist wanted" ads here in and around Manchester. Good luck! Steve
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    Now sold. Thanks to everybody for your replies. Billy Bling is off to a new home.
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    Here are the pictures I took of the Aria ZZB: [attachment=18949:001.JPG] [attachment=18950:002.JPG] [attachment=18951:003.JPG] [attachment=18952:004.JPG] [attachment=18953:005.JPG] [attachment=18954:006.JPG] The owner told me he bought the bass secondhand 10 years ago, so he doesn't know how old it is. The bass seemed to be in sound overall condition. Some buckle rash on the back of the body. Some dings and scrapes on the lower horn - see photo, but nothing serious - cosmetic, really, as far as I could see. The neck looked pretty straight and true to me. When plugged into the owner's amp, the volume and tone pots seemed to work OK. Bass could do with a wash and brush up, and certainly a new set of strings. Hard case looked perfectly serviceable, if a little travel-weary. The owner's name is Brian Martin. He wasn't aware of Basschat. So, over to you lot to contact Brian direct via the original Gumtree ad, if you're interested in this bass. I'm out of the loop now. Steve
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    [quote name='BassBunny' post='385820' date='Jan 20 2009, 11:12 AM']Can't remember if the pots are sealed but even spending a couple of mins winding them to and fro could do the trick. If there is an opening neephoid is right, get some servisol. DON't use WD40. The great thing is it is actually a Passive set-up with the active pre-amp stuck after the Vol/Tone arrangement so if worst comes to worst the pots can easily be changed. Not sure what you mean about the Tuner issue. I have a pretty compehensive "spares" box and may be able to help. Here is the description of what the switches do. [attachment=18914:ASATbass..._diagram.pdf] It is actually pretty simple. Volume, Treble (Boost Only), Bass (Boost Only), 3 Way Switch for pick-up selection. 2 Way Switch for Series/Humbucking mode on pick-ups. 3 Way Switch for Passive/Active/Active with Treble Boost.[/quote] Thanks for sending the switch information. Already, the switches are sounding less crackly from some use. Could I get the servisol from my local hardware shop? I've tracked down a place in Cheadle that should be able to sort out a replacement tuner-nut.
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    [quote name='Ou7shined' post='385159' date='Jan 19 2009, 05:16 PM']Cheers Steve. Pm'ed. You're a credit to the BC community. I'm with BassBunny I think we need some pics of your bargain G&L.[/quote] Here you go: [attachment=18906:008.JPG] [attachment=18907:009.JPG] [attachment=18908:010.JPG] [attachment=18909:011.JPG] Only 2 minor issues so far: Slightly scratchy pots - might be a bit dirty, since everything else was. Is there a simple way I can spray/clean them without unscrewing or undoing anything!? The plastic nut/bead thingy on the end of one of the tuners fell off yesterday. I managed to save the plastic washer and the metal locking washer, but not the nut itself. So I'll have to raid the toolbox to see if I have anything that will fit over the turned end of the tuner. Other than that, the bass is in excellent condition with no visible marks or dings at all. Got a bargain, I think. Initial play last night nearly shook the windows loose. Brilliant, rich, complex tones available. It'll take me years to work out how to use all the settings. Steve
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    [quote name='BassBunny' post='385150' date='Jan 19 2009, 05:01 PM']Good Move and welcome to the wonderful world of G&L. I have a schematic of what the controls do if you want it or you should be able to get one from the G&L Web-Site. What colour is it? Maple or Rosewood neck?[/quote] It's natural finish with what looks like rosewood neck. I'll post some pictures tomorrow. Yes - please do send me a schematic of what all these knobs and switches do! The pots are a little scratchy, and I'm hoping they simply need a bit of a clean up. Would a quick squirt of WD40 help? Steve
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    [quote name='BassBunny' post='384922' date='Jan 19 2009, 01:20 PM']Let us know how you got on Steve. Neck is certainly not Jazz Like but they are awesome Basses. I wouldn't part with my GL2500[/quote] Hello mate, I knew the neck wouldn't be jazz-type, but went to see it anyway. Glad I did - it's dirty, with old strings, but has no major issues, with a dead straight neck. Yes, the neck's wide, but it's relatively thin and comfy enough. Lots of knobs and switches to try to understand. I thought it was a real bargain, so I bought it. While I was there, I saw, played and took photos of the Aria. So, if out7shined could pm me with your email address, I'll be able to send some pictures. Steve
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    Just spoke to the guy. I'm going round this afternoon. If anybody wants me to have a look at the Aria, you'll have to ring me on 0790 000 6789 before 1-30.
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    [quote name='neepheid' post='384746' date='Jan 19 2009, 10:26 AM']Fair dos to be honest. Trading at a distance you're always at the risk of someone local doing the deal. No-one here's made a strong declaration of intent regarding the G&L anyway. Go for it. Ultimately it's the seller's prerogative to sell to whoever.[/quote] OK then - just didn't want to tread on anybody's toes. I'm waiting for him to contact me about a viewing of the G&L. If I go and see it, can I help somebody with a try-out of the Aria?
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    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
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    [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.
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    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.
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    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!
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    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
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    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
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    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.
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    [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
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    [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.
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    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
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    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
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    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.
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    [quote name='Ajoten' post='357936' date='Dec 18 2008, 02:18 PM']Oo blimey, don't remember. It ain't a huge place, but I imagine said night was in the week rather than Sat or Sun. Also, there was a top independent record shop on Bangor high street (Stryd Fawr?) which would likely have Wanted ads in the window (guy who worked there was a drummer too), but I imagine it's now a Tesco Express or sumfink. Feels like yesterday but is half me life ago :*( You could also pop into Griffiths Audio Visual nearby and ask Brian, if he's in. Another drummer, he's in league with others in the Gogledd Cymru music scene, might be able to help you out. His shop is probably another Tesco Express now too.[/quote] Thanks for all these suggestions. As it turned out, there was a live band playing in the Bold Inn in Beaumaris on Friday. They played a good-time mix of folk-rock in english and welsh. Clearly built around a pretty useful guitarist who wanted to be in Rainbow, they rocked the house well. I can only remember 1 song, which seemed to revolve around the shouting-out of "Ffestiniog". I only managed to say a very brief "thanks" to the bassist before we left. A good night. We did have a quick poke round Bangor, but I don't recall any music shops, sadly.
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    [quote name='Ajoten' post='357747' date='Dec 18 2008, 11:53 AM']Them idlers at the University will probably provide some opportunities. And there was an open-mike night at a pub in Beaumaris that might be good for making contacts. But that was er 18 years ago [/quote] Which pub? We're staying in Beaumaris this weekend...
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    [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.
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    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
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