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  1. That is really lovely - even in a flattened market, I'd be surprised to see this hang around for long
  2. SOLD pending payment - An almost new set of TI flats - 9 weeks old but with just four or five hours of play. Cut for a Fender P or J. Silks in generally good condition but some minimal fray/wear at contact points. Shipped in the UK for £20
  3. If you get a chance, audition an AER Amp One - an extraordinary unit. 200 watts and a 1x10 but the performance is genuinely staggering. I've seen a lot of players just bewildered at what comes out of an unassuming and compact (but heavy) little box. There's a lot of DSP and filtering going on but it's not just the power - the tone is something to behold (pure and transparent and very capable of an old school vibe if necessary). The compressor is excellent too. They come up on here for around £650 to £700 (but fairly occasionally)
  4. I quite like SDs but I'd recommend Lindy Fralins - my favourites by far
  5. How lovely, I suspect that this will move with reasonable ease... Is the case candy all present and correct?
  6. This is a rig of exceptional beauty - I'm amazed it's still here. Possibly the biggest bargain on BC just now. Maybe advertise on a guitar-oriented board? The amp is fantastic for guitar
  7. these are incredibly simple and straightforward - no noticeable latency and no negative impact on tone. Gigged one last week and was very impressed
  8. Just wow! That top is amazing. Have to wonder where Alembic get it from (though one does pay for it!)
  9. Love Chris' work and the colour on this is wonderful!
  10. Wow, really don't see many of these around - looks to be in fantastic condition too. Where are you based? Most of these seem to be in the north west
  11. I've owned a good number of Celinders - beautiful instruments all - £2k is a very good price IMO (especially in the current climate!)
  12. Thanks both for your help - I don't think the problem is connected with the original re-fin as it didn't arise until recently - the bass was fine for about 30 years. There could be a connection with the re-foam - maybe the new foam is having a reaction? I'm not sure about this as the bloom occurs with the bass in a different case, Also, there doesn't appeR to be damage to the finish - the bass still has a vibrant shine when the bloom is washed away (though I'm not keen on using hot soapy water to clean a bass!) I think I'll clean it this week then leave it out of a case to check if the bloom appears. If it's some form of component gassing, the air circulation should prevent or reduce blooming. It's a bit of an odd issue - a shame too, the finish is really lovely! Thanks again, much appreciated and further ideas welcome!
  13. Hi all, I'm hoping that somebody with technical expertise (or serious creative talent) can help here. I have a Gibson Ripper, massively customised and re-finished 35 years ago by the inestimable Ted Lee (the man responsible for Phil Manzanera's red Firebird amongst many other magical finishes). In recent years, I've noticed that the finish develops quite a heavy, dull, powdery and slightly sticky bloom or film over almost all of the instrument when stored it's case. The latter is a heavy, aluminium flight case and was re-foamed around 5 years ago. I've tried the bass in other cases and the same issue occurs. The only way to remove the bloom/film is with hot soapy water - not ideal. It is impervious to standard polish and guitar cleaners. I've read of bass electronics (pickups, active circuits) and even ageing metal parts 'gassing' (I.e., emitting fumes) and causing problems with finishes, imparting a dull film. The tuning pegs are a little tarnished but are the originals. The finish itself does not appear to be damaged in any way - it remains beautifully rich, vibrant and clear under the film. This bloom is a real shame - it makes the finish look matte rather than gloss - the bass is beautiful (please see images) and the finishing work is amongst the best I've ever seen. Any ideas as to cause and remedy gratefully received - it may be that the bass needs to live outside it's case, or that some components need change, or just a feature of an ageing paint job. Thanks in advance - I know we have many experts in the community
  14. Still some of the best carving I've seen! Incidentally, some brilliant images of Stump at a recent exhibition in Birmingham (backstage at Burberries)
  15. Is the original pre available? The East is probably one my least favourites (though I know many adore them, I've had plenty and got rid). An astounding looking bass at a great price
  16. Sounds like 'B' width then - my prefrerence (if not 'A')
  17. What's the weight of this - I had an absolutely gorgeous '76 in natural but it was unbearably heavy?
  18. I just cleaned and oiled the board, and re-strung mine today - what an absolutely beautiful instrument. I had a really good look at how these are put together and the craftspersonship is spectacular - every inch of the bass has received extremely detailed attention in the build process. Somebody will be delighted with this.
  19. My 'go to' bass - beyond fun (but a professional instrument of the highest quality). Do I need two...?
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