Frank Blank

1 hour ago, chris_b said:

Obviously they are not knocked out in a shed somewhere in China!!

Seconded. It does seem an awfully long way to go to knock one out.

2 hours ago, Mykesbass said:

P.s. how do I get a 1/2 on my phone keypad?

Go here and generate them.

½ ¼ ⅛ ²³⁄₁₇₈...

10 hours ago, nige1968 said:

Is what the end of the boutique bass?

All your bass are belong to us.

13 hours ago, bassplayer76 said:

Boutique basses…..?

Mornington Crescent?

2 hours ago, ale29 said:

The owner says that this neck has never broke and has never been repaired.

I think this is true, however, you don't want to be the new owner who has the neck break and have to repair it just after you've shelled out for it.

On 31/08/2025 at 23:28, casapete said:

If you need any advice or want to consider valuation / selling it all I would recommend contacting Jono at The Music Locker in Derby.

☝️☝️☝️ This.

Definitely not this👇👇👇

13 hours ago, tonybest said:

I’ve dug out a couple of local businesses that do amp repairs...

On 27/08/2025 at 20:39, Papabull said:

Is this taboo. Asking for friend. Be as opinionated as you want and tell it as you see (hear) it.

1 minute ago, Dad3353 said:

Or Gideon..? 

Didn't he write the Bibble?

I foolishly sold the Effectrode PC-2A and the Grace Alix and then really missed them, luckily I was able to buy them back for what I sold them for so, apart from a trip up and down the A1. they are back and sounding lush...

19 hours ago, AndyTravis said:

Referring to basses as “she”.

 

Naming basses.

Seconded.

21 hours ago, leschirons said:

Music stands on stage should attract the death penalty

U OK hun?

19 hours ago, fretmeister said:

I have strong feelings about naming inanimate objects that aren't boats.

I have a cheese grater called Pierre.

18 hours ago, Osiris said:

Amen to that brother. The loosest of Satans' stools and about as appetising. 

Baked beans are delicious and doubly so due to the rampant post bean consumption guffage, what's not to like? Apart from our very own resident Egyptian deity, obvs.

18 hours ago, Osiris said:

But hey, if someone wants to play something that looks like the inside of a nappy with a big plastic scab stuck over the top who am I to stop them?

*raises hand*

18 hours ago, Osiris said:

Why are they now called picks? Why wasn't I consulted on any of this?

Because the hours it would take to simply summon you on the oijua board make communication on points such as this counter productive.

18 hours ago, Osiris said:

Stingrays. Why? It's a bit like a bass but with an insufferable overbearing nasal midrange that obliterates everything that makes our beloved instrument sound so pleasant. 

Fair.

21 hours ago, fretmeister said:

Anyone and everyone who had any involvement in them being not only available for sale, but actually grown and harvested at all should be propelled straight into the sun.

21 hours ago, fretmeister said:

Anyone and everyone who had any involvement in them still existing after good transistor amps were available should be propelled straight into the sun.

U OK hun?

Just sold a preamp to Steve. Excellent, painless transaction, great comms, deal with confidence. Naturally this means he receives the Frank Blank Seal of Approval...

Just sold a preamp to Steve. Excellent, painless transaction, great comms, deal with confidence. Naturally this means he receives the Frank Blank Seal of Approval...

Lovely. Always wanted one of these...

59 minutes ago, Blartfactor10 said:

Hi! Is this still up for grabs and would you post it? 

Yes and yes, just messaged you.

 SOLD 

Fishman Platinum Pro EQ Preamp - this item was purchased from Gear4music on the 1st July 2025. It has been out of the box once for me to inspect it and check it was working after which it went back in it's box until this evening when it came out for the ad photos. My reason for selling is that I sold my previous rig (Grace Design Alix and Effectrode PC-2A) and then, realising that was a huge mistake, I was lucky enough to buy them both back. So essentially this is a brand new unused item. As I said, it's been out of the box twice and hasn't been out of my office since it arrived. Happy to post but, obviously, would prefer pickup or delivery to you (you'd be surprised how far I'll drive, try me). These units do not come with a power supply. If you have further questions or want more pictures please PM me.

Fishman PP EQ/DI - manufacturer's page

Fishman PP EQ/DI - User/Guide manual

Fishman PP EQ/DI - YouTube demo with a bass

My feedback pages

3 hours ago, dclaassen said:

Where? Love these!

These might all be gone from BC stock. I've got a pile of them that I used to hand out at Bass Bashes, PM me if you want a set.

Damn, I want this one too..!

Just now, Silvia Bluejay said:

Frank, I've hidden your duplicate and triplicate post. Thanks for coming over, good to see you even for just a short time. Enjoy the bass! 

Cool beans, thanks Silvia.

He's such a gent he won it three times... *ahem*

I had a very warm and unpleasant drive over to Glorious Sexy Harrow to buy a Fender Precision Thinline. Unfortunately I was in a rush so I barely had time to wave 👋 at @Silvia Bluejay let alone behold @Happy Jack's enticing array of instruments (Matron!) before I had to take a very warm and unpleasant drive home. So, apologies Jack for rushing off, lovely to see you again and thanks for a flawless transaction. Obviously Jack walks away with the Frank Blank Seal of Approval...