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  1. Marc S
    They last longer. I find rounds get dull after time, due to the build-up of dead skin & grease in the windings. And it's not the same sort of "dull" or "more dead" sound as with flats. Also, I've yet to break a Flatwound, and I know I broke quite a few rounds over the years. Perhaps this is due to the way they're made? Perhaps it's because there's no way grease & gunk can get in between the windings? Many flats users will tell you they've had some sets of strings on a bass for years. Some will tell you the sound improves with age and wear. So they may be more expensive, but cheaper over time. I've had flats on one of my P basses for around 3 years, and I think I'd probably have gone through 3 sets of rounds in that time (I was playing that bass all the time, as I was in several bands, and playing regularly). My first experience of Flats was years ago, and they were very high tension, which put me off them for years. Then I started playing upright, and you don't really get rounds on an upright (though I'm sure there must be some, somewhere). Playing upright got me used to playing with flats. I tried the TI Flats, and they are indeed low tension, but I didn't like them on my Fretless - they just felt too floppy. So I swapped them onto my P bass, and Bingo - They just felt and sounded right. I've tried several flats over the last few years, and it's strange how some will suit one bass and not another. I recently got myself a bass which came with Fender Flats... and I'm really loving the feel and sound of them. I'd say get yourself a set to try, and if you don't like them you can sell them on without losing too much. Go for it - I haven't looked back (though I do still have rounds on one bass).
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    Yes, I think BC members could collectively compile a booklet of the best Service stations in the country ha ha ha The Czech Ease is staying put, at least for now. (Mrs S got upset when I thought about letting it go previously).
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    Nice collection there Nick I managed to thin my collection down.... and then bought a couple more! Sigh, when will I ever learn? lol Anyhow, what I have done, is acquired another light weight cab, and a couple of basses that are also lightweight (around 3kg) and are compact & portable. I've done several gigs over the past few months - nothing on the immediate horizon though. But since the pandemic started, I note that I'm not as able to stand for long periods of time, with a heavy-ish bass. Perhaps this is a combination of lack of going to the gym, fewer long rehearsals, and of course, my age I like the look of that 4003. That's a great looking P bass, and the colour of that Lakland is cool too
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    Bought a Yamaha BX1 headless bass from Lawrie. I've actually bought, sold & exchanged several times with him over the years - so I should have left feedback for him before now. Anyhow, it was a pleasure doing business with him once again, and I wouldn't hesitate in dealing with him anytime. Great to catch up with you again @Burns-bass hope to see you again soon. Oh, PS. I also got some nice strings at a good price from him too
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    Yes @Len_derby that's one of the reasons I asked the question (s). I can't recall whether my old Kala did have a truss rod... My dodgy memory is telling me it might have had one. I Wouldn't consider putting higher tension strings on one, if it didn't have a truss. I must say, I like the look of the journeyman anyway - so I might be tempted in future. I looked up the Kala flatwound strings, ànd they're rather expensive.
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    Hello and welcome to BC @Stuey3D First of all mate - sorry to hear about your woes and mental health issues. I'm glad to hear you've got past that initial phase, and most importantly - you realised it at the time, and you did something about it. Also, it's good to hear that you have a supportive wife, and that she is also helping - even just talking about it is a great thing. Welcome to the wonderful world of bass. We all play for different reasons, and owning a bass for noodling & fun is perfectly justifiable. You don't have to play professionally or in bands etc. For me, I'd miss playing live. I used to play as a younger man, and then gave up - for almost 25 years! In fact, I only started playing again as my son had a bass for Xmas, from his Mum. This coincided with bumping in to some old band mates, and we decided to give it another whirl. Years on from this, I hadn't realised how much I enjoyed jamming with mates, and gigging. Re your Ibanez Mikro - I had a 5 string version, and I sold it a while ago. Now I sort of wish I hadn't.... but you can't keep them all (and I've owned a few basses I can tell you lol). Also, there is a neck for sale here on BC - so you might be able to get Danni fixed Here's the link (I don't know the seller - but it seems to me that these probably won't come up for sale very often). Cheers now, Marc EDIT: Apols - I see you have actually replied to this very thread! Doh
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    Hi @Velarian yes, I saw that one too. Impressive sound indeed. As I mentioned, I did once own a Kala U-bass. That sounded great too. It was quite DB-like in tone, and sounded huge when plugged in. However, those rubbery strings really did put me off playing it. The Journeyman doesn't sound like the Rubber stringed Kala - but I still like the sound. I'm now trying to recall whether my old Kala had a truss-rod? Just wondering whether the strings on the new Journeyman would be suitable for the older U-basses, or other makes of U-bass. With decent strings, I'd definitely consider getting a U-bass again to keep at the side of the sofa
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    Just wondering whether anyone on here has tried the newer version of the Kala U-bass - the Journeyman? I had a Kala a few years back, and it was a fun little instrument - but I didn't like the very low tension, rubbery strings. I did try a different brand of strings on it, and they were a bit better... but not by that much IMO Anyhow, I just chanced across a YouTube video of one of these, which I think are a newer design, and seem to come with metal flatwound strings. Just wondering whether the string tension is a bit more like a bass guitar. If anyone on here has one of these, your thoughts would be much appreciated
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    That is indeed a rather nice colour
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    Hi, this is listed in the Amps & Cabs for sale section - but it has been suggested that as these super little compact, lightweight cabs are good for DB, then I should list it here too.
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    Hi @Happy Jack Thanks for your thoughts. actually, I haven't listed it in the DB section, and was beginning to wonder whether I should have listed it there instead.... I don't know if listing the same item in 2 places is allowed?
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    These are absolutely stunning instruments. I still rue the day I sold mine - but needs must, and I've still got too many. If I needed a great quality P bass right now... I'd be looking for one of these beauties. One of the best colours for a Precision too IMO
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    I use a Bose S1 Pro. It's got two inputs, so you can plug a Mic or a guitar into the other socket. It also has a 3rd input (mini-jack) for phone / MP3 player etc. It handles bass really well. I've played Electric Upright through it too, and it sounds great. Like the Roland mentioned above though - the S1 isn't cheap. I also have a Boss Micro Bass cube, which is powered by mains or battery (AA's) and that's a really nice amp - but nowhere near as loud / powerful as the Bose. Recently did some busking with a singer-guitarist, and we put his guitar through the Boss cube, and it sounded pretty good through that, and being guitar it was louder. Boss also do a "Street Cube" battery bass amp, larger than the Bass Cube, and that should handle bass OK, as it's designed for vocals & guitar, or vocals & keys. I once owned an Ashton wedge-shaped busking amp - it was OK, but not the best of sound, and a tad heavy. I think it was only 15W.
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    Here's the Fishman video of this pedal
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    On hold, pending usual.
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    Unleash your hidden rhythm guitar potential! This FX unit allows you to add harmonies a 5th up, a 4th below and an octave up. With overdrive, noise gate, tone and effect level controls too. It's really great build quality, and housed in a strong metal case. Powered by 9v battery or power supply (not included). Boxed, in great condition and with instructions. The electric-acoustic trio I bought it for has long since gone. I was hanging on to it "just in case". Time for a clear out though, as it's not getting used. Located in Cardiff. Come + give it a whirl. I could post it - which I'd have to check the cost of. (Probably around £10 - 15).
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    Thanks for letting me know your thoughts @BassBod. When you put something up for sale, if no one gets in touch, you wonder about asking price. I had several gigs in a short space of time - now it's much quieter. Fingers crossed that it picks up... For so many of us.
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    Have I overpriced this great little cab? Hard to say, as they don't come up very often. I advertised it at what I think I can recall paying for it.... anyhow, it's now £250
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    I've been pondering one of these for a while. They don't come up very often, so I just went for it. Bought from fellow BC'er Bunion, this strange little Wingbass is rather nice. I've been noodling a bit with it today, and I think it's going to take a while to get used to. But effectively, it's like playing a "normal" bass guitar - but only above the 12th fret. I got it for taking as a backup, and to take to pub jams with my local folk club pals. We often end up in tight, cramped spaces, and I usually end up almost hitting someone with the end of my bass. This is really nice construction quality & finish, and I like the sound from the pickup. The neck, such that it is, is a rather strange shape, as I'm used to being able to get my thumb over the top of it.... But I'm sure I just need to play it quite a bit to get the hang of it. I got myself an Electroharmonix Octave pedal, and I've been enjoying playing about with that too. I once had an ashbory, and a ukebass, but didn't like the feel or tension of the strings on either of those. This uses standard bass strings cut down - so feels better to me.
  21. Marc S
    Wow. Japan quality Fender, creamy aged white, tort guard, block & bound neck. What's not to like? If only I needed / had space for one bass. Lol
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    For Sale only (No Trades). These are pretty rare these days, and are no longer being made. Ultra compact & portable Crazy 8 bass cab. I'll check and get an accurate weight later, but it's really light. 8ohm 200W (though I'm sure I read somewhere the cab can actually handle 300W - Tricky Audio can be contacted to confirm). No cover...... This version is the one without tweeter. (I think they only made a few like this). I did contact Tricky a while back, as I was thinking of adding a tweeter - I was told this is not a problem, and they can either do it for you, or send you the components. I used this cab on quite a few gigs, paired with various other cabs. I also used it on its' own, for smallish Cafe / bar and acoustic gigs, and it always sounded great - particularly with upright bass. In fact I have always been really pleased with the surprising amount of lower end frequencies in such a small cab - it really rocks! Recently, I used it paired with my Epifani UL 110 in an outdoor gig, and it coped superbly. (a 1x10" + 1x8" rig sounds like it shouldn't work outdoors - but it did, admirably) The cab is in good condition, though the front grille could possibly do with a re-spray. I'm only selling as I've been changing my rig lately, and have bought other gear - so I should move something on...... I would much prefer collection or a meet-up, but if I can find a box I might consider postage, if buyer arranges their own courier
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    I had an early one of these, in sunburst. I really liked it... A lot. Great build quality, great player, lovely sound. I always wished my bass was in Fiesta Red at the time. There are times when I toy with the notion of owning one again, but alas funds, space & practicalities dictate that I really can't To anyone considering one - these really are superb instruments. GLWTS
  24. Marc S
    The lines on the fingerboard of this bass are very fine, and quite dark - so not particularly noticeable. I have thought that maybe a black permanent marker pen might even hide the lines even more. As for you playing in tune @lownote - no need to worry, the lines don't make my playing any more accurate! Lol 🤣
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    Incoming new bass means I could do with selling this fab MIJ bass.
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