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[quote name='Buzz' post='327585' date='Nov 12 2008, 01:48 PM']70's for a geniune one (unless you get a mongrel like the above mentioned one), but you'll also have to contend with the 70's pup spacing (bridge pup is about 3/4 an inch further towards the bridge I think).[/quote] I had a 66 Jazz that had blocks which I think was the first year they did them. Steve

[quote name='doctor_of_the_bass' post='326584' date='Nov 11 2008, 11:05 AM']Here's an old git demoing the new Status Kingbass - he's not bad for a baldie! [url="http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=qqTy17MfBgc"]http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=qqTy17MfBgc[/url] Hehe![/quote] From one bald old git to another that sounds pretty damn good Steve

I have owned loads of jazz basses and quite a few Sadowskys. My opinions are as follows. I have only ever played two Fenders that were as good as any Sadowsky (Metro or NYC) that I have played. One was my 65 jazz and the other was a Ltd edition custom shop model which Marcus and Flanker (obviously) also owned. The action on that thing was obscene. You can buy a Sadowsky (Metro or NYC) unseen and know that the quality will be superb. Unless I was flush I would buy a Metro over a NYC as they are 'nearly' as good. The NYC's have a little something extra but I don't think its worth the extra money unless you can afford it. Although saying that Flanker doesn't particularly like Sadowskys and has had NYC ones but he did really like one of the NYC models that I had. There are plenty of other high end jazzes that are equally as good as Sadowskys. I won't say better or worse as once you get to a certain level its all down to tone and personal opinion(s). I really liked the Celinders that I have played and I currently have a USA Lakland JO4 that is probably the nicest jazz that I have ever played (for me). Mark at bass direct has a natural Nordy VJ4 that stole the show at Music Live. Literally everyone wanted to play it and buy it. I guess GB's aren't jazz like enough for you but I would get one regardless :-) If I was in your situation I think I would buy a Celinder if I could get hold of one. Failing that I would get a US Lakland JO. That is no critiscism of Sadowskys just my tastes after trying them all. I would certainly pay the extra to get a metro over a US Fender any day of the week. Hope this helps, Steve

Was a superb day yesterday, much better than I anticipated so well done to the organisers. Richard Bona, TM Stevens and Janek were outstanding in my opinion. Only problem now is I am gassing for a TD650 Steve

I have seen/played this bass and its great. Considering the cost it's a match for a light of high end basses. The EBS preamp is pretty good too. Steve

Who are we to say whats good and bad? At least the guy seemed genuinely into it and was getting something out of it which is what we all do it for right? Wasn't my cup of tea at all but then neither is thrash metal or whatever its called nowadays but fair play to anyone getting up and having a go I say. Steve

[quote name='doctor_of_the_bass' post='318699' date='Oct 30 2008, 10:42 PM']Thanks Jon - it was a pleasure meeting you mate - the mags really take me back to when I was young - some real gems in there![/quote] Fiesta or Mayfair? Or perhaps Razzle

Not a technical explanation but try this. Start counting on the VERY first guitar note (not the high one which is the natural place to start). Count 1-2-3-4 for 8 bars with the guitar. The slide starts on 2 of the next bar and the note hits in at count 3 I think. By all means correct me if this is wrong but I just sort of feel it now but the above seems to explain it I hope. Steve

I bought one of these from bass direct about 3 weeks ago and have used it on about 4 gigs, 2 of which had very boomy wooden stages and it certainly made enough of a difference to my ears to justify the price and lugging it around. I will take it to every gig now. It didn't completely solve the boominess but it definately helped from my experiences to date. Steve

[quote name='Rusty Shackleford' post='313628' date='Oct 24 2008, 10:44 AM']fun idea. me likey.[/quote] Yea and me

[quote name='bass_ferret' post='313324' date='Oct 23 2008, 09:26 PM']Make sure you leave your cheque book at home [/quote] Its been confiscated

[quote name='mr_russ' post='312748' date='Oct 23 2008, 09:32 AM']I'd be really interested in hearing how this compares to the DJ5 - I'm considering going for a nordy mid next year once my career dev loan is out of the way.[/quote] I see you are in Brighton, I may be down there in a few weeks or so to see Bernie at GB so shouldn't be a problem to bring the Nordy possibly. Will keep you updated. Steve

[quote name='ARGH' post='312701' date='Oct 23 2008, 07:58 AM']Still its better than dull everyday sh*t 4 string Bassplaying by unimaginative,plodding,dullards that wouldnt know the 12th fret if it slapped them.[/quote] I'll take the bait How do you define better? Would The Beatles have been 'better' or sold more records if Macca has played a 12 string? To my mind the ERB is a different instrument than a 4 or 5 string bass guitar and the owners, generally, have different goals, aspirations and views on what is 'good' and 'better'. I don't think there is a right or wrong in this. The ERB playing in the video is impressive but I bet he could have played most of it on a 5 string. How many of you ERB fans like this stuff just BECAUSE its played on an ERB? Not looking for an argument on this just stating my opinion. Its all music innit.