songofthewind

Cripes, super bargain. These are really great basses. I almost want to buy this to rescue the poor wee thing!

Have you tried seeing how they appear in the Audio/Midi setup app? I think you should be able to create a composite device from both of them. 

Just received a very nice Aircell strap from Paul. Superfast delivery, good value and gentlemanly civility. Thank you, Paul.

What does it weigh? They seem to vary considerably, according to the MarkBass website.

I want this, but I don’t need it.

12 hours ago, hrnn1234 said:

after you mentioned the HX effects I went down the rabbit hole, not too far though, and found the Boss ES-3, which looks quite like what I pictured (minus the direct out). I really like the possibility to integrate it tightly with any other effect that might come down the road, and the very low foot print.

 

I tried checking out your posts to see if you posted your board but I couldn't find where to click. what do you use your HX Effects with?

I use my HX FX just by itself. As I did my Zoom. My basic needs are: compression, envelope filter, octaver, and chorus.

then I have another patch for funk, where most of the above are switched on, and a couple of others that I only really fiddle with at home. These tend to be pitch shifters, harmonisers, and delays. I’m looking to make synths pads and leads. Like that famous Pat Metheny lead sound. Hope this helps.

I've had several Zoom multi fx units over the years, both for guitar and bass. I think they are very good value for the money, especially if you like ease of operation. I sold my Zoom B3n simply because I had GAS, and wanted to try something else. I currently have a Line 6 HX Effects, which I think is very good indeed.

In my experience, one just gets used to the necessary methodology for using each one. It doesn't take long. Plus, editor software makes the creating and storing of settings very easy.

BTW, I chose the HX Effects over the HX Stomp because it already has six foot switches, and so doesn't require an additional foot switch for scrolling etc. Also, I didn't need the amp sims. I think a lot of it is down to whether you like the effects sounds that each manufacturer offers. 

I think this strap is just what I need. PM’ed.

My bitsa Jazz headstock.

Lovely bass, and a bargain. GLWTS.

Wow! Sexy thing!

Cor, I fancy this!

Good work!

8 hours ago, kodiakblair said:

That's because it is the real thing 😃 

 

"Fotoflame" is one of those snippets folk hear and think it applies across the range ; it's only used on burst basswood bodies , PB-50 , MB-4/5 & MM-84/85 👍

That's interesting. I didn't know that. When I took the pickups out of mine, the bottom of the routs didn't look like the top body wood.

I had one of these. It was really very good, especially after I had deepened the nut slots enough. Mine was quite heavy too, but a good strap took care of that. I think the wood grain is actually a fotoflame type thing, but it was really well done and indistinguishable from the real thing.

I just took delivery of some strings from Mark. His price was reasonable and they arrived almost before I even thought of buying them. Extraordinary.

Thanks, Mark.

Try AliExpress for the replacement bridge. Beware of the string spacing. You will need to use the old saddles from the big plate bridge.

I'll have those my good man. PM'ed.

In and around the lake?

Cor bugger jacko.

I like the look of the shorty Jazz.

Gorgeous.

I just sprayed a Jazz Bass with auto rattle cans. I wish I had known about that handle thingy that Skank mentions, it would have really helped.

I get good results with Liberon Finishing Oil. Apply very thinly and allow to dry well between or it can remain sticky feeling for a long time. Quite reasonably priced.

7 hours ago, Dood said:

 

I think from memory the jumper switched the effects loop from parallel to series, not pre- post EQ. I'm prepared to be corrected on that mind. Would certainly support why you wouldn't have noticed too much difference.

You’re quite right! Thanks for that, Dood.