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  1. tobiewharton
    Hi all, I have an Epiphone Tobias Toby Fiver (16.5mm spacing) with major pup pole piece misalignment issues. Does anyone have any suggestions for inexpensive replacement pups that will fit? Thanks Tobie
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  4. tobiewharton
    This is great! All the best with it. Tobie
  5. tobiewharton
    Cheers. Pm'd you.
  6. tobiewharton
    Still available? If so, what are the heel dimensions?
  7. tobiewharton
    Still available?
  8. tobiewharton
    Hi. Is the pup still available?
  9. tobiewharton
    [size=4]They're medium gauge [font=arial, sans-serif]D'Addarios of some description. It sounds quite bright acoustically. [/font][/size]
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    Number6 - I agree, the quality is very good and the playability's superb. I think I was a little rash with my explorations of the electronics - there are very useable tones. The crackle and distortion on mine soon disappeared when the high bridge pup was lowered and there's now nothing from the treble pot either, so sounds the same as yours. Output wise, the last active bass I owned was a Warwick Corvette $$, which was an absolute beast. I think the volume bar in my mind was unreasonably high!
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    Many thanks gents. Whilst you are all probably right, I'm erring towards keeping this one. I've found some very useable tones messing about with EQs and amps and I'm really enjoying the neck. If I'm honest, I suppose I'm primarily of the 'playability takes priority' persuasion, with less interest and certainly less nowse when it comes to the technicalities of a variety of tones (having been a P Bass man for a long time - who am I kidding? I still am!) and I perhaps just expected too much in the versatile sounds department from a relatively inexpensive instrument. Funkle - a Lakland 55-01 sounds like a lovely bass, but more than I'd like to part with. Also a bit of a stretch on the scale and spacing for these hands. Discreet - I had my eye on the V7s, but just can't fall in love with jazz basses - it's those whacking great bodies that look peculiar hanging from my skinny frame. I'm sure they sound the part and seem to have a great spec for this sort of price range. I enjoyed reading your comprehensive review. As always, your input's much appreciated nevertheless, even if it's just for personal clarity. This place is such a treasure trove of knowledge and experience! Happy playing...
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    I've just received a Yamaha TRBX305 from Thomann and I'm generally pleased with it: build quality, finish and set-up are good and it's very playable indeed. Initially, there was a little crackle and distortion from the bridge pup soloed, but that disappeared after I lowered it. The problem is, the sound just isn't doing it for me. The pups seem to have a low output and there's a distinct lack of top end. The volume balance between the pups is fine, but the bass boost is subby and loud. The two-band EQ features the five-way preset selector, which I think is unique to this model. I took a punt on a cheap, active fiver and can't help wondering whether a passive instrument (the very playable Squier VM P5 springs to mind) might have been a safer bet. However, ideally I'd like a bit more tonal versatility as I play both gospel and soul and this will be my only bass. Plus, I can't really be bothered to send the Yamaha back to Thomann as it was a hoo ha getting it from Parcel Force in the first place. So, I'm wondering what the best solution is. Perhaps a pup change (the stock pups are ugly too)? If so, would it be an easy, straight swap (bearing in mind the preamp)? The cavities are 11.5 cm. Any other suggestions? It would be really good to hear from any of you kind folk who own one of these and particularly those of you who've made any changes. Much appreciated! Tobie
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    Apologies...my relationship with the mobile isn't great!
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    For sale is my Epiphone Tobias Toby Deluxe V bass. It is just over a year old and has only been played at home. No marks to speak of. This bass has issues that need addressing, but I've got a new instrument on the way in, so it can be someone else's project! [u]The specs are as follows:[/u] Radiata body in TBS Maple neck Rosewood board Asymmetrical neck, which is very comfortable 34'' scale VERY light at 3.7kg Well balanced 48mm nut width 17mm bridge spacing Volume Pan Tone Active 'Tonexpressor' bass boost [u]Issues:[/u] The pups are woeful - it seems to have been fitted with misaligned pole pieces and volume is uneven, with a popping noise, whilst playing across the strings. Ged Green (Manchester Luthier) has replaced the neck pup with a bar, which has solved the problem at that end. It now needs a replacement bridge pup and all will be well. The nut is damaged - Epiphone have sent me a replacement. This bass plays very nicely, being extremely lightweight and having a very comfortable, Tobias-style neck. It will make an excellent starter/ first fiver when the bridge pickup has been replaced and the new nut fitted. Cash on collection only - come and try by all means. Cheers, Tobie [attachment=190331:Tobias 1.jpg][attachment=190332:Tobias 2.jpg][attachment=190333:Tobias 3.jpg][attachment=190334:Tobias 4.jpg][attachment=190335:Tobias 5.jpg][attachment=190336:Tobias 6.jpg]
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    Withdrawn
  18. tobiewharton
    Nice looking bass that. I'm not in the market for a pbass, but wishing you all the best for passing this on
  19. tobiewharton
    I used to own one of these too. Amazing basses - massive output and really versatile. Great price for a quality instrument. GLWTS
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    [color=#111111][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=4]Hi BCers. I am an experienced player (32) based in Manchester, looking for a serious gigging covers band with bookings. Ideally soul and funk, but will also play other covers material. I have professional gear and transport, I'm a fast learner and have experience playing many different styles. I have gigged extensively, both regionally and nationally, with covers and originals bands, including signed artists. I am also able to sing backing vocals to a good standard. PM me if you're looking.[/size][/font][/color] [color=#111111][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=4]Cheers,[/size][/font][/color] [color=#111111][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=4]Tobie[/size][/font][/color]
  21. tobiewharton
    I was keeping an interested eye on the very same one! Looks like a bargain!
  22. tobiewharton
    ...ooh, put us out of our misery!
  23. tobiewharton
    Yes Andy, you may well be right. A certain German retailer were showing that they were due to take delivery on Monday and are now out of stock, suggesting they've sold the first batch already. Until we see evidence however...
  24. tobiewharton
    ...Specifically the V7 fivers...
  25. tobiewharton
    Has anyone got hold of one of these yet? I'm intrigued about the playability and build quality. They sound and look good (especially the ash/maple ones, I reckon), but could they be too good to be true?...
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