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I keep thinking about getting a shortscale 5er as our vox keeps throwing differnt keys at me for some of the new additions to our sets. Now I've reduced the line up to 4, and promised SWMBO that i'd stick to that, I think I'd start WW3 if I did.....
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Just bought Ash’s EBMM Stingray shortie after a loooong search. Despite difficult logistics Ash was great and managed to find a solution. Great communication throughout and totally trouble free, thanks Ash.
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Been a while since I posted on this, done a bit of downsizing and now down to 2 standards and 2 shorties. I’m satisfied….for the moment 🤣
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Exactly the same with me with our Glam Band Dave. The number of times I've been asked if I'm with the band or part of the 'shifting and lifting crew' is significant.
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Nail. Head. Hit. Some basses are Jack of all trades (masters of none), some are close on one trick ponies. Select the bass for the gig/song and all that.
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Not sure if this counts…..
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I know where you’re coming from Dave. We’ve scaled back this year and will probably aim more at 30-35 gigs; we’re not getting any younger and I’ve had some health issues……my bladder and prostate hate me. Good luck in whatever comes next my friend.
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After much deliberation I’m having a swap around with my Shortie basses which frees up this awesome Sterling Shortscale Ray. This is in the white finish with white pg; and is in great cosmetic condition with no chips, scratches that I can see. I was less than impressed with the pots when I got this and have had them replaced with CTS with the required rewiring by a pro tech. I set up with EBMM Hybrid slinkies was done at the same time - December 24. The pots are now smooth and closer to EBMM, however I decided to do away with the push-pull volume boost which was a pain, so this is now just a straight volume pot. It’s equipped with Schaller strap pins. I only have a basic gig bag for this so would prefer pickup or meet up locally but could pack and post at buyers risk and cost using PF. I’ll get some additional pics up when I’ve got some daylight.
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Sadowsky Metro Express Fretless 4 - *SOLD*
martthebass replied to martthebass's topic in Basses For Sale
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This is a lovely fretless, in many ways I prefer it to the Stingray fretless I once had. Unfortunately after a side project collapsed it’s just not getting any use - not much call for a fretless in Glam Rock. It’s one of the later gen 1 models; I’m aware the early ones could suffer from preamp amp and fret issues. However as it’s a fretless the latter is sorted and the pre has been replaced by an East J retro 01 deluxe so it sounds massive. The fretless board is a lovely piece of ebony. Very light weight at about 7.5lb but well balanced. It’s in mint condition and comes with black and tortoise shell pickguards; also gets the great Sadowsky semi rigid case and strap locks/candy. I’m aware these can be picked up cheaper but the East pre is £200 on its own; I don’t have the original pre. Currently strung with Thomastik flats. I’ll post some additional pics when there’s some light and I get the chance. I’d prefer collect but will post at cost if necessary.
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Same this side of the border mate. Had quite a few cancellations for this year, even at our very friendly £ ask venues are struggling. Think we’re all hoping it improves in the next few months. Down to about 25 gigs booked for this year after about 10 cancellations due to closing and whatnot.
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Firstly sorry for the stupidity of this question. I'm in the process of running some improvements on my SBMM Shortscale Ray - Righthanded, I've had the pots replaced which has made a big improvement and now need to look at the tuners as the stock tuners seem to be made out of cheese. I had arranged to have this done at the same shop that did the pots but they seem to be failing to sort the tuners. I'm looking at the Schaller BM but need to know the number needed left and right handed; also does anyone have a link to a decent stockist? I'm happy to swap them over myself assuming there's no 'reboring' required so if anyone has done this swap and could let me know the ease of the job that would be appreciated. Cheer
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I think if it's a Stingray to be had then I'd be looking for a 2EQ standard used or a Stingray Classic 2EQ. You can get close with the 3EQ but not exactly (IMHO).
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I ended up going for a EBMM DarkRay in the sparkly Starry Night finish to satisfy my longings for some glam. 8lb 5oz and manageable.
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Now that's a bit special. I had a Fender Mikey Way Jazz in this finish last year but it was a bit weighty so sadly it was sold.
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The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
martthebass replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
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I had the money for one of these set aside for a long period of time and searched without any success. I eventually gave up and bought a DarkRay in the same starry night finish so sadly my cash is tied up in that one..... -
Lovely, my dream bass right there. Predictably come up at a time when the gig bank is at a low ebb and giggage level doesn’t justify going into savings. GLWTS
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Only just getting around to posting the XMas gigs........bit of a washout to be honest. First time in 10 years that I haven't had the Flu jab and, yup, came down with a dose on XMas eve eve. Scuppered the XMas eve gig (and XMas dinner that I'd pre-paid....) and the betweeny Saturday. Was just about compos mentis for NYE and managed to get through it. To be honest, the gigs I did make weren't the best, not as well populated as usual, not sure if this is a trend but I've noticed the last couple of silly seasons have been hit or miss for gigs. Still we take the rough with the smooth. On the positive side our IPO registration for the new band name came through so an ex-band member who had caused 'difficulties' after leaving the band can no longer cause grief on that front. A bit of a break now as I go in for more surgery but will hopefully be back at it beginning of Feb.
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Combo BASS Amps. fender, bugera , crate)
martthebass replied to Bass4real's topic in General Discussion
For years I used 15" and convinced myself that I needed drivers that size for 'my sound'. Well age creeps up on us all and downsizing to 12" was required. Can't say I've had an issue filling the low end, even in fairly big rooms with 2 x 12". -
It’s either that or give it to the taxman 😂😂😂
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I don't generally judge on the basis of what gear people are playing, but I guess like most of us I do like to see what guys are using in a band setting. I don't own high end stuff, my compact collection of 5 basses runs from second hand £400 (Metro Express Sadowsky) to about £3.8K (Status CW - 1st gen). In the main I think I'd be lying if I said I couldn't tell the difference between £400 and c. £4K from a feel and playability point of view. From a sound and utility viewpoint though it's far more subjective and less cut and dried. For gigs I use a second hand Sterling shortscale Ray and a Sandberg Lionel, the latter was 3 times the cost of the former but I suspect most punters wouldn't spot that and certainly wouldn't hear the difference. But, the Sandberg is nicer to play and easier to bond with, so to me it's worth the difference and while not cheap (mid range?) I don't feel too uptight playing it in some of the more shonky venues.
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Not posted for a few weeks but our new named ‘Glam Viva!’ Band has been fairly busy as is typical for this festive time. Last Friday was at a nice private social club in Dronfield. Takes a bit of sorting as the sec likes the volume on the low side for a band but we’re happy to cater and just adjust fold back to give us a decent feel on stage. Vox was happy with sound out front though when he ventured out for his normal audience participation. We were pretty tight, my Sandy Lionel has a few gigs under its belt now and we’re bonding nicely. Ended up doing an extended encore set and promise of gigs for next year. Felt odd when we were asked for NYE 2025 but had to decline as we’re booked…..so we’re in the diary for NYE 2026!
