tredders

[quote name='phuze' post='597552' date='Sep 13 2009, 06:20 PM']bump in case anyone missed.[/quote]

Still got this?

Hi

I accept that there are good and bad examples of both 'real' vintage and brand new basses, but generally my question is this: -

Since playing Funkmunky's beautiful '69/'70 P bass, I'm rapidly becoming obsessed with finding something very similar (or steal his, whichever's easiest ).

My question is, how well do the new Vintage series P basses stack up against the real thing? I've been looking at the '62 re-issue, which I could get from the US for just under a grand. Is there a big difference? I know it's all down to personal preference, and it's probably a stupid question, but some thoughts from anyone who has played or owned both an old P bass and one of the new reissues would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance

Mark.

[quote name='wateroftyne' post='607100' date='Sep 23 2009, 09:02 PM']Great clip... thanks for posting it!

What a nice man. I wish he was my uncle.[/quote]

I was thinking the same.... that guy makes me want to go out and buy a Lakland

Thanks chaps. I been in GC before (albeit in Grand Rapids when I was there on business), and loved it. Came back with a set of pickups for me P bass and a Hofner Icon! Glad to see that there's one in Boston, too, so will make a trip into there.

That Daddy's place looks great, too, but a little out of the way. I somehow doubt that Mrs Tredders will share my enthusiasm for traipsing around guitar shops....!

Wow, so many to chose from. Here's a random selection (from looking at the "Most Recently Played" section of my iTunes: -

Rescue Me - Fontella Bass
Son of a Preacher Man - Dusty Springfield
Bernadette - Four Tops
Eton Rifles / Funeral Pyre / Tubestation / Malice - The Jam (in fact, pretty much any Jam song!)
Substitute / Won't Get Fooled Again / The Real Me - The Who
La Femme d'Argent - Air
Barbarism Begins At Home - Smiths
Bed's Too Big Without You - Police

Mark.

[quote name='Stylon Pilson' post='610673' date='Sep 28 2009, 11:16 AM'][url="http://www.harmony-music.co.uk/"]Harmony Music[/url] is the only one that I know of

S.P.[/quote]

You git! I actually clicked on that then

We're off to Boston over Christmas and the New Year, and I thought it would be rude not to investigate what guitar shops are out there... might cure my Ric gas whilst I'm out there...!

Anyone know of any? Stores with second hand stock would be particularly interesting.

Edit: Just found this place... looks nice www.bostonguitar.com

Cheers

Mark.

I bought a comfort strapp with Dunlop straplocks on for my 'Ray a month or so ago. You don't really need both, and in reality, it's a bit of a struggle to get the straplocks onto the strap. I've since bought another comfort strapp for a different bass, and didn't bother getting straplocks, and the strap on its own seems secure enough...

Mark.

Sorry - been away at short notice with work, so not had the chance to dig out the bits & pieces yet. I'll definitely do it over the weekend, though.

Good news is it looks like I'll be in Farnborough on the 6th Oct, so if you're around, we can meet up then.

Cheers

Mark.

[quote name='bennifer' post='604851' date='Sep 21 2009, 06:53 PM']Sounds pretty brilliant. Cheers! The aerospace business park is just around the corner from the college so thats pretty much perfect from that standpoint. Just let me know when you've had a look. Thanks again! Ben.[/quote]

Cool - I'll dig everything out tomorrow and post a list. Got 2 or 3 guitar stands, too. Any good?

[quote name='bennifer' post='604770' date='Sep 21 2009, 05:48 PM']Hey guys.

Recently I started work at Farnborough College of Technology, at which i'm working as their audio technician responsible for radio, theatre and recording studio departments - just my kinda thing! Budget at the college is pretty tight (its a kind alternative college - one that offers many a second chance if they haven't the best grades from school, and has a nursery for if students are young and have kids...) and I was wondering if anyone in the area had any bits they could afford to donate to the school.

The music tech department has only 3 amplifiers - a Roland Cube, Marshall MG30 and an old Torque PA/Bass/Keys type 20w combo. I've had to bodge some absolutely ancient monitors and desks into workable PA for each classroom, and we also only have 2 basses, 2 electric guitars and 2 drumkits - but with 20+ students in some of the classes its just a bit limited and is tough for the students to work around the supplied kit.

If anyone is wondering 'is this legit - is this guy just being stingy and trying to con us out of kit' kinda thing - please contact me on my work account -
[email protected] or on my work phone number:01252 405555 I think my office extension is 2276 - its MCA tech office.

Not really sure what im expecting people to offer, really if anyone has any amps/pa that just about work/easily repairable... even if they sound awful... or workable basses/guitars/acoustics they don't need and aren't likely to profit from please get in contact. It'd be much appreciated.

Cheers,
Ben Jordan[/quote]

I've got a few things that I could sort out. A small bass practice amp (Peavey I think - it's been in the loft for ages), and some effects pedals. I think I've also got a Boss bass multi-FX in the loft too. I'll take a look for it all tomorrow and let you know.

We've got an office down in Farnborough (on the Aerospace park), and I'm generally down there at least once a month, so could easily meet up. Let me check what I've got and I'll get back to you tomorrow.

Mark.

[quote name='Linus27' post='601766' date='Sep 17 2009, 10:02 PM']Hi,

I am selling my Comfort Strapp Pro Bass Extra Long. I only bought it back in June from bass direct but I have gone back to my old Fender strap.

£17 which includes delivery.[/quote]

I'll take this please - PM sent.

Mark

I'm assuming that as you've not replied to the couple of PMs I've sent, and also the thread reply here, that you've either changed your mind about selling this, or you've sold it to someone else?

Could you let me know either way please?

Mark.

Do you mean that it comes with 4 strings on it, and 3 spare? Or just 3 on the bass?

Just bought a Korg Pandora from Floyd. Really quick sale and the Korg was exactly as described. Top bloke!

Yes please. Pm sent

Rotosound Jazz bass flats - also cut for a P bass, less than an hours use. £12


I'll take these please. Let me know how much for postage.

Cheers

Mark.

Did you get sorted on this mate? If not, you looking to sell it?

Cheers

Mark.

PM sent.

Mark.

PM sent.

[quote name='jembullo' post='575971' date='Aug 20 2009, 07:28 PM']I have somebody who contacted me a week ago who definitely wants this amp, problem is we are both on holiday for another week. If he decides against it in the meantime , I'll give you a shout.[/quote]

I think we're both back from holidays now - give me a shout and we can arrange a meet up?

Sent you a PM.

Cheers

Mark.

Yeah, I posted a similar story in another thread. Really good service, and a chap who is obviously very passionate about what he does. Interesting parallel with the 'experiences in Denmark Street' thread elsewhere...

[quote name='YouMa' post='581939' date='Aug 26 2009, 09:56 PM']Anyone?[/quote]

I'm in the same boat as you - well impressed with the specs & demo, and I'm in the market for a headphone amp, so might have to order one of these. You seen any offers on them?

Hi

I'm thinking of selling my Trace 7210 SMC. It's a superb combo - very loud, but I've not gigged for ages, and want to try and get hold of something smaller.

Anyone got any idea as to the value of it? It's in really good condition, everything works perfectly, and it's never been gigged.

Thanks in advance

Mark.

Thanks for the suggestions. Both the MP-BT1 and Pandora look interesting... I'll start having a look round for comparisons.