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[quote name='RhysP' timestamp='1454266211' post='2968066'] Any reason why you're looking at this particular guitar Ped? [/quote] Well ideally I'd like a Vigier Passion guitar, carbon neck thru, but as I'm not very good on the guitar (yet, lol) I wondered if I had better start with something more conventional. And I liked the idea of the super strat having the extra pickup switch options and hotter pickups. Quite fond of the colour and general look of this one too. But yes open to other thoughts as I'm looking with my eyes rather than my brain!

[quote name='backwater' timestamp='1454265661' post='2968054'] That bridge and gold hardware were used on "The Strat" in the early 80s but it only came with a painted, slightly odd-shaped headstock. [url="http://www.guitarsplus.com.au/fender-strat"]http://www.guitarspl...au/fender-strat[/url] The neck looks more like a 57 reissue neck with the early logo, single string guide, nickel/chrome vintage tuners (I would expect the tuners to be gold to match the rest of the hardware) and body-end truss rod adjustment. Might be a bitsa? Andy [/quote] Thanks Andy you posted as I was typing!

[quote name='3below' timestamp='1454265435' post='2968050'] Might be one of these [url="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_STRAT"]https://en.wikipedia.../wiki/The_STRAT[/url] More info and helpful pics [url="http://www.guitar-list.com/fender/electric-guitars/fender-strat-cbs-models-1980-83"]http://www.guitar-li...-models-1980-83[/url] I have x3 late 80s early 90s USA standards (Strats / Tele) and they are all very good in terms of fit and finish, one is an outstanding guitar to play, one is good and the other is just ok (somehow it does not inspire me). [/quote] Interesting, thanks. It does appear similar but the headstock isn't matching and it doesn't say 'Strat' on it. Perhaps it was one of the parts bin ones...

Hi guys I'm no Fender expert by any measure so wondered if someone more knowledgeable could give me some info on this Strat. Looks like it has a different bridge, possibly top loading. I'm thinking about buying it so what should I be asking the seller, anything in particular to check? He's French so keep it simple. I'm not after anything special, just rather like the look of this one but I hear QC was iffy in the 80s? Guessing this is an American strat? Cheers ped [attachment=211165:back of headstock.jpg] [attachment=211166:body 1.jpg] [attachment=211167:body.jpg] [attachment=211168:bridge.jpg] [attachment=211169:full.jpg] [attachment=211170:neck.jpg]

[quote name='BassTractor' timestamp='1454171213' post='2967230'] Christopher, dear, low tension strings are not cool. Use your eyes! [/quote] Low tension, like me! And my mum says I'm cool

I like a paddle shaped headstock, pickups with a ramp, preferably active electronics and I like gadgets too so something innovative excites me. Although I don't really like the look of fanned frets. Sonically I like a well defined clear sound with a bit of top end clank and a crisp slap sound. Low tension strings.

I really like this thread

Thanks chaps

Haha well if it's anything like mine it's quite a tome... 184 pages

[quote name='KiOgon' timestamp='1453559911' post='2960550'] Down South on the sunshine coast - I'm always doing odd jobs not least of all wiring repairs, setups, minor repairs, mods - feel free to PM, you don't get if you don't ask I do usually make a small charge for most things lots of pots & parts in stock, my man cave is currently undergoing restoration, but work as normal. If you do drop in you'll be most welcome John [/quote] I'd like to vouch for John's work!! Exceptional stuff!! A

Just found out that you can use it as a looper, too!!!

I think the GR55 is the only GK system still in production which is a shame, maybe wait a bit and see if they do a VB100! I wonder... I don't use MIDI but might have a play with it now I've worked out the USB stuff. Could be fun but latency might put me off.

Played around with it this evening and worked it out! Really easy. I can have the VB99 going into the laptop and use Garageband plus play along with music from iTunes or Youtube jam tracks.. great!!

[quote name='hubrad' timestamp='1453159102' post='2957079'] I have one, although not tried recording with it. Used USB for laptop controller software - brilliant! :-) [/quote] Hi, good to know. However I don't think Roland have released support for OSX El Capitan yet or Windows 10?

Hi guys After using the original Vbass for a number of years I have recently upgraded to the VB99. I've copied across my 'clean' sounds and really enjoying the synths; they're much more 'musical' than the old unit and really usable. Being able to use two together is just great.. I wondered if anyone else here uses one as I have a couple of questions regarding the USB end of things specifically recording with the unit. I'll try and upload some samples ASAP! Cheers ped [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/pedullaman/media/IMG_9219_zps0dpcm378.jpg.html"][/url]

Which is the most popular shape?

Interesting thanks for that. I only asked because I find the names quite memorable and evocative like you say in contrast to model numbers. I especially like 'Salace' and also the shape of that particular bass.

I don't know if it's been asked already, but where do the names for the different shapes come from? Is there a theme?

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