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    9! Defintely. £615 now at the mo.
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    Bump for trades and lower price.
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    [quote name='Colledge' post='959884' date='Sep 17 2010, 08:21 PM']imo a hybrid head would do all of the tube warmth and give more clean headroom. the main reason all tube heads are so sought after when compared to hybrid heads is because its so hard to emulate the sound of an tube power section. the orange terror bass has the same preamp section as the ad200b but with a digital power amp or 500 or 1000w which might be a better option if you want clean sound but with the tube vibe / warmth.[/quote] This is true, but still only to an extent. There is still a pretty large difference and massive heft that only a tube amp can do. The BT is close, but you can tell when you compare it. The RH450 is also VERY close to sounding like a warm tube amp.
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    [quote name='obbm' post='959704' date='Sep 17 2010, 05:29 PM']It'll do loud and clean but not sure about [i]very loud[/i] and clean. Then again I've never had a problem with mine not being loud enough and clean. Try one.[/quote] +1 A tiny bit of dirt is the sweetspot. Never been above 1/3 on the Master.
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    [quote name='brick' post='959261' date='Sep 17 2010, 11:22 AM']hey just wondering if the pick ups on this are alnico or ceramic[/quote] 2002 = ceramic.
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    [quote name='MartyBRebelMC' post='958731' date='Sep 16 2010, 07:46 PM']Yep I bought it off bubinga5 so yes this will presumably have been yours before that. It's a great bass and I don't know whether this is true of all Stingray5's but this one has a superb B string with a real bell like clarity.[/quote] Its a great B on the Ray 5. MUCH better than id ever hoped for, then mine arrived and I can t get enough of it. This is a totaL BARGAIN and Id quite like it myself!
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    [quote name='davebass66' post='957922' date='Sep 16 2010, 01:52 AM']As well as the P bass? How come you're selling all your new basses?!...[/quote] I think Im just selling one...whichever goes first, then the other might get withdrawn. Main reason is I have too many! [quote name='dave_bass5' post='958197' date='Sep 16 2010, 12:06 PM']Bloody hell, i would have had this last month. Sounds like your really having a clear out. To make way for......? Tell you what, put this neck on the P and ill buy the P off you :-)[/quote] Kinda a change over....but not entirely sure yet. I think Im keeping one of these and it might be the P bass. Not sure yet... PS More pics coming tonight.
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    Bump. Not really looking for trades now. Either this sells, or the Jazz I have for sale sells, then more than likely the other gets withdrawn. Thanks!
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    [quote name='JTUK' post='957379' date='Sep 15 2010, 04:43 PM']Anyone who knows Gareth, if he says this is 'as new' this will be in TOP CONDITION.... IMV.[/quote] Thanks, it definitely is. Pics soon!
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    Fender American Standard Jazz Bass This bass, as most of this new American Standard, has excellent balance and a smooth neck. Great tight neck pockets, excellent finish, and great line up with the pole pieces on the pups. I got this from the Bass Merchant and it was checked over before I picked it up. I cannot weigh it, but its not even slightly heavy. Id say its pretty much low to mid weight. Probably the lightest Fender Ive currently got. The sound? Exactly what you expect from an American Jazz; punch, grindy, and growly. Jazz growl like you'd expect. String it with flats and the bass transforms! Just the back pickup, and you get the nice Jacoish solo tone. Still has hanging tags, and the plastic covering on the guard and tuners. As most of you might know, im ultra fussy with QC, and this passed all my usual checks I make before buying. Basically, this is shop condition, but with no issues. Looking at it, youd think no one had touched it. As with all new Fenders, you get: Brand new unmarked excellent new hardcase + case candy Rolled fingerboard edges High Mass Bridge String through body or through bridge Excellent maple board that gleams! Lighter tuner keys Flat pole pieces on the pickups No wear, no marks, immaculate. Medium-low action, factory strings (still lots of life). Its seen barely [u]any[/u] action as Ive been studying my LPC, quit my old band, and moved! No marks on the neck, no fret wear, and the stock strings still sound new! The cheapest Ive seen is £900. [url="http://www.guitarampkeyboard.com/en/75234"]http://www.guitarampkeyboard.com/en/75234[/url]. They retail for more than this. [color="#FF0000"][size=4]I'd like £690 for it which is very fair considering how 'new' it literally is. [/size][/color] Id also consider trades for the following: EBMM Bongo 5, EBMM Sterling 4 or 5, EBMM Stingray 5, EBMM Stingray 2 Band. Ill consider other basses as well, so just PM me. Id only like to stay at the same level of price, or above not below when it comes to trade. So my Jazz straight trade or my Jazz + cash depending on the bass. Uninsured/standard shipping is cheaper (£15 or so), and insured shipping is around £30, maybe a little less. This will be through Interparcel, who I have used before, and Ive been more than impressed. You can also arrange your own courier if you like. I can also possibly meet within 1 hour of Newcastle, for around £10 of fuel. If you are local, feel free to ask for a test and obviously this will save shipping. PM any offers or questions. Im happy to help. As per my feedback, I REALLY look after my gear. Normal procedure is cash on collection, or bank transfer/paypal before collection/dispatching to your address. Trade Pending
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    [quote name='giblett123' post='956361' date='Sep 14 2010, 06:43 PM']Lovely looking P, alas the inland revenue will be taking my money but have a bump anyway![/quote] Thanks!
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    [quote name='lojo' post='956825' date='Sep 15 2010, 06:28 AM']I don't think anyone would argue with the posts stating some of the cheaper squire and SX stuff will do the job or that you may have a lifelong friend in top end bass (be it a £1500 RI or other make) However please don't rule out japanese fenders basses, you can get a fantastic instrument for around £500 I've a CIJ P bass, it cost me £450 and I couldn't love it more, its seen action already so I am not so concerned about where i use it, so it gets happy use, if I had a brand shiny new RI62 Id be worried to take it half the places I go Having said that MM20 was selling a MIA P bass that is as new and may be worth a look[/quote] Thanks for the plug MIJ Fenders - I would definitely like a used one, (and I wish id bought Clarky's!). The difficulty is sourcing one.
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    Oh heck!
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    [quote name='Schnozzalee' post='956306' date='Sep 14 2010, 05:54 PM']Duly noted Thanks for the interest. I just prefer not to split because of trying to separate the price or the other buyer pulls out etc etc. Your Ken Smith is stunning btw, definately FET channel rather than Tube [/quote] Just out of interest, what is the price on the 212? Are there any pics at all? Thanks
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    Where can you get a MIJ 62 Reissue with USA pups new? Off topic sorry!
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    Well, I checked on the EBMM forum, and no one has had problems with string through with the EB Group IIIs. I actually really like the feel and tone of these. A little higher tension that TIs, but thats not such a bad thing. They bend fairly well, and are flexible to enjoy a bit of rocking out. They are a bit sparkly as they are new, but give it a few weeks and they will soften up.
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    [quote name='dave_bass5' post='955781' date='Sep 14 2010, 10:13 AM']Yeah, your pretty observant. It took me a good few hours to notice the gaps under the frets, and almost a week to notice the pups were out. If i had brought that from a shop im not sure what would have happened. Playing wise, other than the 70's classic i instantly hated and sent back im happy to work at getting a bass playable. The best experience ive ever had was with Dan at the old Bass Centre at Liverpool st. I wanted the only 5 string Sandberg they had but felt the action was a bit high. Not really a problem but i mentioned it to him. He not only offered to sit and work on it with me, but offered to put new strings on (any brand i wanted that was in stock) just so i could get a good feel for it. With no obligation to buy. He even pointed out that the neck seemed a bit twisted. I ended up getting a Lakand that, surprisingly, was the only bass ive never had to mess with to get it to feel comfortable. Setup was perfect (as were all 7 i tried).[/quote] I wish id picked up a Lakland back when they hit the UK for the first time!
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    [quote name='dave_bass5' post='955771' date='Sep 14 2010, 10:02 AM']And this is actually a plus point for buying online as you can spend a week playing it and if you still dont like it you can send it back. Im sure we aren't advocating doing this regularly but im glad i did it this way with the MIA's i had.[/quote] No its not fair if anyone was to take advantage, but I normally know in 1 hour if Im happy with the fit/finish/weight and QC. If I struggle to play it (say its a totally new bass for me) I dont usually let that put me off, unless its a Warwick
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    Apart from the Classic Stingray I had, every EBMM bass has been pretty much spot on and perfectly setup, especially the new ones Ive received. Its still a game of finding the right bass with most manufacturers. The problem with Fender is that you have to find one you like. If I could get a brand new MIJ 62 Reissue Jazz, for a good price, I would. But I wouldnt want the MIJ pickups, Id have the have the one with the USA pups. Dont get me wrong, back when I bought my MIJ P Bass about 15 years ago (now sold on) for the price, the bass was AMAZING. Now? I wouldnt pay the prices they charge for a MIJ....and the second hand prices are a little steep. Not all MIJ/MIA/MIM/Squiers are good, you have to find a good one. If you buy mail order, send it back until you get one you are happy with!
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    This is now £710 bump. Immaculate bass!
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    [quote name='JTUK' post='955737' date='Sep 14 2010, 09:29 AM']You could say that about most U.S made gear. We pay an awful lot over the top for U.S made stuff, IMO and some people seem to artifically raise the prices even higher and use this as a covering tactic.. IMO[/quote] ...and make out it some kind of 'high earners only boutique gear' when in the USA its the same price as something tha most players can afford. +1
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    [quote name='charic' post='955463' date='Sep 13 2010, 09:56 PM']Please please please tell me these amps aren't any good for rock/metal with a pick. I've got to the point of thinking of selling up my amps and spending some of my hard earned on these.[/quote] Ha, I'm afraid they are...
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    Yes how much?
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    What I did like was when the new chap, Rob T, was playing with them to try out, and he used that SR5. That sounded immense. Its on the DVD they released a while back. Im not a HUGE Metallica fan, but I do follow up on what theyve been upto. That DVD of trying new bassists was excellent for a geek like me. Some of the 'big players' just had no energy or chops, then Rob came along.
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    [quote name='obbm' post='954479' date='Sep 13 2010, 10:42 AM']I've been playing Stingray 5s for the past 12 years. I have dabbled with other makes but have found that the scale length, string spacing and neck profile really works for me. Even better with the Status Carbon-Fibre neck. The ex-OHM Shuker PJ5 has the same string spacing and a very similar profile to the SR5 and also feels just right. Last year I was considering a Sterling 5HS but really could not justify the outlay so I opted for a custom ACG headless Harlot 5HS with the same string spacing and similar neck profile. It's now on the radar, as in Alan has started showing pictures, so hopefully it will be with me before the SE Bash.[/quote] Sterling 5 HS....I know exactly what you mean...I can see myself looking into one right now!
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