Musicman20

[quote name='Happy Jack' timestamp='1403681752' post='2485142'] Yes, I recall people queuing up to tell Alex Claber that he shouldn't charge such high prices unless he could also match the high-quality design and high-quality construction exhibited by other high-end manufacturers. Like Markbass. He must be wetting himself laughing just now. [/quote] ? - I don't think they were alluding to these handles.

Under £400! [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/markbass_little_mark_iii.htm"]http://www.thomann.de/gb/markbass_little_mark_iii.htm[/url]

Nice....but a bit cheaper to get the Squier CV version

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1403552920' post='2483889'] Cheers Gareth. I must admit I've hardly pushed the BDDI since starting to use it (about 3 years now), but maybe this is part of the tone I'm bored with. I know I couldn't go back to using just the head (given the choice), so maybe it's the front end that needs changing and not the head itself. Of course I've never played a DG product, but I've read so many good reports about these, and although I don't want distortion as such I think a subtle thickening will do wonders. For reference I hated the VT Bass I had, way too lively for me, and as much as I liked the Paradriver I had for a few months I found it too tempting to play with at gigs and too distracting. Also I did miss the tubey thickening the BDDI did. [/quote] Hmmm.... Aguilar Tonehammer pedal of TH500?

Is this a sign of future pricing? http://www.thomann.de/gb/markbass_mini_cmd_121p_lm3.htm?sid=f7ad66b65357572b2af2389d3a167fa0

[quote name='dave_bass5' timestamp='1403545914' post='2483783'] Me agin with another idea. I've been looking at the Darkglass Vintage Deluxe and this looks like it might be a cheaper option than changing the amp. To me it looks like a more neutral version of my BDDI. The Era knob looks like a good idea and maybe a one knob tweak I could make use of. As much as I love my BDDI it's really only there to add a bit of punch as I don't really like the full on SVT emulation, but the VTM seems to be more flexible. Any thoughts on this idea? [/quote] Hmm...cheaper option for sure plus you get the clean Markbass tone without it. Personally, I've never been massively happy with the gain/drive tones from the Darkglass products. Distortion/gain/hair of grit is a very personal thing and to me it sound quite modern....I still think the BDDI is one of the best for that tone.

The DB212 is my favourite bass guitar cabinet....and I've tried a lot.

PS - Does that say Sue Ryder? Basschat have already raised a lot for them by buying ALL of their old bass stock.

Oh Pete! At least you see the funny side. I've played a really good gig for charity in the past (one of the busiest liveliest gigs I've played in the past 4 years or so) but yep, some charity events are basically so much work for no one to even take any notice or actually raise money. I tend to do a lot of work related charity events so that is now enough for me....only got so much time in life! Saying that, if its a well organised good cause, I'd play it if it meant I'd have a good time and maybe just cover fuel, etc.

I think that looks quite spectacular! Although, I would prefer a white violin bass with a tort guard and black fretboard. YUM.

Tort works on: Any sunburst/tobacco burst, sonic blue, seafoam green, LPB, any white/cream, fiesta red, natural (looks great on a Stingray). The Tort has to be more brown than red....I really dislike the bright red tort as per Sandbergs I've seen and MIJ Fenders (the one I owned anyway). IMO, it looks ok on black, but I avoid black basses as I much prefer other colours.

[quote name='molan' timestamp='1403380594' post='2482298'] I could be wrong but my understanding is that the D Lakins available in Europe will come with decent gig bags - don't believe everything you read in TalkBass Also, they are made at a top quality builder in South Korea not Indonesia. I have seen some TalkBass mentions of Indonesia but pretty sure they are Korean. Not much between them as I'm sure there are good and bad builders in each country but in general terms 'made in South Korea' is a pretty good quality mark these days [/quote] I hope they are good, especially for the money. I've always found Lakland Skylines with finish flaws and generally rushed cosmetics. I've even played ones with misaligned bridges. I never bought one for that reason. Fender may not be perfect but at least it's easier to get a good one. I Iike the Carvins though, and full respect for making their own gear in their own factory for a great price. That's why the Lakland/D Lakin idea of building just seems bizarre.

I much prefer the Carvin over D Lakin basses. I have no objection whatsoever to non-US outsourced gear, but the prices the D Lakin basses are for a bass made in Indonesia, without even a high quality gig bag, is insane. I'd just get a Classic Vibe and upgrade the pickups.

I'd opt for the MB800.

[quote name='Prime_BASS' timestamp='1403269930' post='2481366'] I will hazard a guess at D Lakin? [/quote] Probably a good guess.

Gallien MB500? Might be a good amp to try out.

The 112 combo seems to suddenly be cheap on Thomann...£600. That handle design is pretty bad.

Oh I see, are these not Fender basses...I misread it!

As much as I'd like one, I think the Jaguar style is better on a guitar...especially Johnny Marr's signature guitar. I want one. Now.

I expect their order book to grow considerably now! I've always wanted a Pino P bass with P bass neck, but only very minor wear (just enough to make it look like a bass that's been used but never really abused). FIesta Red/Tort/Dark Rosewood. Yum. Once I've sorted my (6 string) guitar situation out I might take a look at these.

WOT - How would you compare it to a vintage Fender? I realise they are probably nowhere near as expensive but a nice substitute to get the feel/look/tone but without the high pricetag.

My take (and I've played countless Musicman basses).... 1. If you really want a Musicman, try a couple out, and if you still want one, get the real deal. The cheaper series of basses they make are great for the money, but you'll always end up wanting the real deal. 2. USA Stingray vs USA Sterling - Stingray has the classic tone, slightly bigger neck (not so much P bass but almost), chrome control plate due to front loaded electronics, etc. USA Sterling is smaller, sleeker, Jazz-type neck but IMO better than a Jazz, the pickups are in the same spot but the magnet is ceramic, so it sounds more aggressive in the mids...they really do bark and cut through the mix like crazy! Similar EQ's. I've owned 90s Rays and modern Rays from recent production, and I have to say they just keep on improving the basses with tiny tweaks (eg the compensated nut). Fit/finish is superb on all of mine. PS - NOTHING, and I mean NOTHING sounds like a Musicman bass properly unless its a Musicman.

That neck looks good enough to eat! Very tasteful. I must admit, I don't mind the Fender RW basses and guitars. I'm not so keen on Sandberg though; they look great in pictures but close up....nah...looks odd.

The Fodera headstock looks like a Warwick, and vice versa.

[quote name='Chiliwailer' timestamp='1402856349' post='2477318'] You just can't beat a Tele, a true sold workhorse and killer looking guitar. Enjoy!!! [/quote] +1!