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[quote name='Evil Undead' timestamp='1407356666' post='2519826'] I've never been quite sure how I felt about those, but I do like that blue suede one. Do they neck dive much? [/quote] Had a go on one of those today and was really surprised.....really playable and seemed well balanced.

I've used the rubber washers that you put either end of a shower hose.....really cheap in Wickes or B&Q. I think they are 1/2" BSP (that's half inch British Standard Pipe for the Metrics among us).....lol

I was at Wunjo today and a customer was asking Lawrence where he could advertise for a bass player.....he recommended BassChat. I tried out a Mikey Way Squier and a Danelectro Longhorn whilst in there

[quote name='Paul S' timestamp='1407327697' post='2519447'] There you go Mel. Nice, innit! A Bass Doc special. Howard routed for the P-Bass pup (now a Wizard Trad) and made a new scratchplate. I call it my 'Mustangmaster'. Nice thumpy thing it is too. [attachment=168550:mustangmaster.jpg] [/quote] That is a lovely bass.....really nice and it's fuelling my short scale GAS even more so thanks haha

When i learn songs i always try to learn them with both pick and fingers. In my opinion it's worthwhile doing it this way as you can find the best way of playing the music for you and can always revert to either if needbe.

I'd love a Gibson SG bass.....if i could ever muster the ££s i really love the look of them but i've never played one.

I knew i knew.....but i didn't like to say i knew.....if you know what i mean

I think this thread is going well and is very informative. Keep it up Gals n Guys

[quote name='flyfisher' timestamp='1407185824' post='2518230'] I didn't know he used old tanners as picks though and thought it amusing that his tech says they're cheaper to buy than plastic ones! [/quote] Of course pre decimalisation they would have been quite expensive lol

The Fender Modern Player SS Jazz has 18 frets i believe.....my Gretsch has 20, i think that 21 frets is about maximum for shortscale.....is that correct? P.S. Also aren't we all life long students anyway so i'm happy for Fender to put me in a category lol

Now if we only had a car park to take this discussion too..... lol

I really fancy an Epiphone Allen Woody Rumble Kat.....i've heard all the Epiphone concerns over build quality but the GAS for this bass is starting to rumble.....

What about some Hawkwind or Marillion? (Spoken in the voice of Neal from the Young Ones)

Since returning to playing bass after a long break i have been playing both longscale and shortscale basses. I went out and bought a cheapy Vintage active bass and and a little Gretsch Electromatic. The thing is my hankering is really only for shortscale instruments now..... I think musically i can get by as i'm hardly a musician that would use all those notes anyway and any more than 4 strings and i'm befuddled. Being a 6ft 18 stone lump i can't help but feel i'll look a bit daft but i'm not sure i care lol. Any other shortscale only BC'ers out there?

[quote name='Evil Undead' timestamp='1407089162' post='2517233'] I must have one of these. I'm playing only shorties now and it's compulsory to have at least one fender, right? [/quote] Am thinking +1 on this.....

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1407093172' post='2517282'] Somehow this thread led me to stumble upon the Fender Pawn Shop Reverse Jaguar in CAR and maple... for which GAS I thank you very much... :| [/quote] Me too however i like those shortscale JB's too.....trying to avoid the GAS but.....

I can really empathise with you.....having had neck pain, headaches, dizziness and nausea for around three years i am still trying to get some kind of diagnosis from a doctor.....been through all sorts of specialists and now awaiting a Neurologist appointment. Health issues and the knock on psychology are just the worst things. I really wish you all the best in at least minimising and alleviating some of your symptoms.

Nice guys in all the Wunjo shops on Denmark St and usually good for negotiating a deal too.....

How many of you remember Dee O'Malley from Rock Goddess?

[quote name='RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE' timestamp='1406754844' post='2514519'] Yes , and maybe metal church ?? [/quote] May well be..... I only remember that the Testament album was the Legacy (i think) and i liked Curse of the Legions of Death lol

[quote name='RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE' timestamp='1406754294' post='2514506'] We were at the same gig I really wish it was this time all over again [/quote] I seem to remember Testament were the support act.....

You know.....it doesn't matter how many scratches or dents a bass has already you still get the hump whenever it gets another one.....

Great vid.....is the string spacing on his bridge really wide on the A and D strings?

[quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1406641275' post='2513317'] My son started at 7 on an Alesis electronic kit. He's now 11, studying for Grade 6, and has just asked if he can have a second bass drum added to his acoustic kit "you know Dad, like Cozy Powell"! [/quote] A 2nd bass drum is fine ala Cozy Powell but please draw the line at flying lessons.