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[quote name='jassbass' timestamp='1471283903' post='3111841'] Really wow that sounds impressive [/quote] I was initially hesitant about the EQ options but was very surprised that you can get a lot of tone with just the VPF/VLE, from clean funk, warm soul, defined rock, and dubbing reggae...brilliant combo
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Bought a Musicman case from Nick. He was kind enough to agree to meet me at a service station on my travels...ironically to pick up a musicman bass without a case. Perfect! Thumbs up from me -thanks.
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Did a recent bass trade with Mark, great comms all the way and no hassles. A credit to basschat and 100% trustworthy fella.
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Sold a lovely 75 Rickenbacker to Kevin, no hassle and easy sale all round and although sad to see it go i feel it went to a good home. Totally 100% trustworthy and a credit to basschat - enjoy the Ricky (there's a strong chance that Jack Bruce did )
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Richard assembled, set up, finished a neck, and made me an impeccable 70's jazz replica. Having just recently parted ways with my original 74 for financial reasons Richard stepped forward to complete the neck, assemble with RI parts, that recreated the 74's spirit in this build - I'm very happy! I wouldn't hesitate to use Richard again for his fine skills. He is top chap, great com's and a total gent - i am eternally grateful for your work and will treasure this personal bass
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Did a deal with Norm on my vintage jazz and his Musicman. Great communications all the way and we eventually met up at a random KFC in the Midlands to finalise the deal. I'm glad the old Jazz went to a good player and home. Norm is a top guy and a total credit to the basschat community, 100% trustworthy!
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I wrote a book about being in a covers band
Raslee replied to Dave Vader's topic in General Discussion
Kindle version bought, looking forward to some beach reading today Good on you for doing this Dave. -
I can certainly confirm Granjur has done a top job on this bass, and at a very affordable price too. Really looking forward to gigging it tonight. The Fender 74's pickups sound great, lovely slap tone. The neck is super smooth and feels wonderful and has kept the old spirit of the 74 I owned up until recently alive. Really looking forward to gigging some funk and soul on it later Thanks Richard, you're a true star and a credit to Basschat
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[quote name='kodiakblair' timestamp='1470498869' post='3106420'] Peavey Foundation. [/quote] Funny you should mention these, collecting one later this week. Looking forward to trying it out.
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Wow....the man from Del Monte says 'flipping eck! I'm lucky to be the owner', looks cracking and yes totally love a low action - have you plugged it in and played? Any thoughts on the sound & those 74's ? Great works, thank you
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I never thought I'd end up in a weddings band being mostly into funk, reggae, live drum & bass & prog rock but I took it on doing the mundane set list ( although admittedly not as bad as the OP's ) and have added my own flavour here and there over the last 4 years. Lots of buffets, occasional decent meal, occasional Accomodation, mostly appreciative crowds, sexy bridesmaids, and a few pennies at the end of it all to fund the GAS....I also think my playing has improved as has my understanding of music theory...give it a whirl, you maybe surprised and if not your thing I'm sure there will be plenty of deps about where money is concerned
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Not necassarily my top 5 favourite but the 5 that are inspirational to my playing I guess: Roly Wynn (RIP) - Ozric Tentacles Mike Howlett - Gong Aston 'Familyman' Barrett - The Wailers Bootsy Collins Flea 5 favourite Jaco Miller Wooten Johnson Graham
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[quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1465717324' post='3070343'] Top 5 inspirational to progress, rather than start playing would be Flea Aston Barrett Robert DeLeo Sly Dunbar Billy Talbot [/quote] I assume you mean Robbie Shakespeare as Sly was the drummer...unless of course he did some bass work somewhere?
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Finishing a 70's maple jazz neck replica....help & advice please :)
Raslee replied to Raslee's topic in Repairs and Technical
Thanks for the great advice and tips guys. I've found someone who is kindly going to do the work for me - B/C is such a wonderful place -
Since sadly having to part ways with my real 74 jazz I've decided to do a replica build (ish) of it. I have a body and electrics, not exactly a replica of the old body but an aged decent body i've had for a while from MJT. I want to recreate something similar with a neck I have as my old 74. I have all the parts - managed to get a decent B-stock All Parts Japan maple neck with blocks and some 70's replica tuners, and also a period correct decal. The new neck is totally unfinished and i need to know where to start; i have some Manchester guitars tint spray and that's about it. My previous 74 neck had, i presume, a varnish finish too..is there a recommendation for a suitable finishing varnish, or lacquer ?, available from B&Q that would go over the tint? And how is best to apply? I may try and 'dirt' the neck up a little to in order to make it look a little aged...again any advice on dirt . Also any advice on how to age chrome parts a little - mainly the tuners? Sorry for the lots of Q's but i'm clueless at this sort of thing, mostly a pen pusher by day .....if anyone knows where i can send all the parts and get them to do it then great ....or alternatively with a little help here i could give it a go myself . I did Google instructions but couldn't find any definitive guides, especially for a 70's maple neck - although admittedly it was a quick Google having been snowed under with work of late. As always any advice or guidance is vastly appreciated (I can offer psychiatric/social work advice in return...but no crisis please - i have enough of that in the day job! ) For reference this was my original 74 neck: [attachment=224051:IMG_0051.jpg]
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[quote name='Rumple' timestamp='1468853710' post='3093781'] I'm quite proud of myself for resisting.................... so far. [/quote] I hear you man....tempting but can't afford....must resist....
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[quote name='three' timestamp='1468237600' post='3089427'] What's the weight of this - I had an absolutely gorgeous '76 in natural but it was unbearably heavy? [/quote] A bearable 9.81lbs...nicely sitting too [quote name='Orbs' timestamp='1468239300' post='3089448'] Lee is a top guy to deal with, buy with confidence. Awesome bass too, mine is identical to this otherwise I'd buy this in a heartbeat at that price....... GLWTS mate! [/quote] Ah, love ya - I needd the love...soooo sad to see this bass go...maybe nobody will want it for a while [quote name='HazBeen' timestamp='1468226962' post='3089302'] A Y.O.B. Jazz... no mr Been you do not need it.... [/quote] Ditto, 42 too...but certainly not Level
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SOLD: Markabss NY121 1x12" + Roqsolid cover
Raslee replied to Raslee's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
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[quote name='dood' timestamp='1468179156' post='3089076'] Funnily, I replied to a post asking about fretless Precision necks - I'll give you the same answer. Get in touch with ShukerGuitars.co.uk. Stunning workmanship and will do you proud. [/quote] Cheers Dood, I'm aiming to do a replica of my 74 bass that i sadly have to sell - I'll give them an email tomorrow.
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Wow, never predicted this would ever happen but my lovely 1974 Fender Jazz is up for grabs. Sadly life's unexpected situations happen and I need to recoup some cash from building works and also a recent car purchase. So with a very heavy heart my 1974 all original, apart from the wires on the pickups, a screw in the strap holder, and the middle screw in the bridge - previous snapped when taking it off to photo yesterday. Hands down this is the best bass i've played and heard - no other jazz soundwise has come close but it's all i have to sell. Also another bass (in my sig) that shall not be mentioned will be going too. The bad bits for complete honesty, a screw went through the 19th fret making a very small hole indentation to the fretboard - doesn't effect playability though - seen in the myriad of pictures to follow. Also there is a hairline crack in first pearloid marker on the first fret - still smooth though, again not an issue - quite common on a bass of this age. Under the scratch plate there is a strange 3-4cm line dint, was like this when i got it - see pics. Usual knocks, mojo and small dings for a 42 year old bass but again nothing tragic - this bass is cool as ** Forgot to mention, as seen in the pictures it has a Hipshot detuner on at present, i will take this off and return the original tuner or i can leave the detuner on for an extra £20 - along with the original tuner. *** Also i have the original ashtray covers Also my surname is 'Stone', my 6yr old daughter used to call this 'The Family Stone bass'...so if you're looking for a bass for metal...this is not the bass your looking for ...however if you love all things with a groove then buy it before i see sense and kick myself hard. So without further ado check the link to the 81 pictures of all the bass and bits - i stripped it this morning for authenticity pictures and now its all back together as sweetly as before. Low action and a nice 9.81lbs / 4.4 Kgs.....not a heavy beast by any means but also not too light to suck the tone out. The 81 Pictures: [url="https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0O5BydzFW49mM"]https://www.icloud.c...#B0O5BydzFW49mM[/url]: If you need anything more specific then do let me know, but I'm reluctant to strip it again. Oldie pictures: [attachment=223202:jazz 74.jpg] [attachment=223203:jazz head.jpg] [attachment=223204:Screenshot (9).png] [attachment=223205:Screenshot (7).jpg] [attachment=223209:IMG_2391.JPG] When i got this bass in part cash/trade the seller was looking for £2K. I will be looking for just £1750 or better still a part trade with a cheaper 4 string only bass, ideally a USA jazz or other Jazz, possibly a Precision ideally with a Jazz width neck i.e Duck Dunn or Fender Special, Limelight etc, may consider a 3EQ Musicman Stingray, G&L's etc and cash my way (at least £900). Collection from Plymouth or buyer can arrange courier. I do not have a hard case, rather I have one of those soft cases...not a gig bag but soft case - it will packed superwell by my wife, who is legendary (see my feedback) - have posted many basses around the world without issues too. Right, must go and nurse my anxiety attacks