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  1. scrumpymike
    And the answer is.... it's just a normal tone control and both pickups are on all the time. I see a 3-way pickup selector switch in the future of this bass. In the meantime, no problem enjoying it for what it is.
  2. scrumpymike
    The tonal range delivered by the 'tone' control suggests it has some pan/blend capability. If not, you don't - which seems odd. I've asked Thomann to explain how it works and will post the answer.
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    Only limited time for another quick play today. Once again, for me this bass just feels and sounds right. My only slightly negative comment is that, in common with many cheaper basses, the volume control is 'all or nothing' - full on at full rotation and zilch when backed-off a tenth or so. Thankfully the tone control is more evenly progressive. Re neck edge binding, there's a small radius to the edge but with the 12"-radiussed fretboard it feels fine to me. So here are some pic's of mine as opposed to HB/Thomann publicity shots:
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    Felt fine to me last night and adds a real touch of class. I'll include some close-ups in the pic's I'm taking (hopefully) today.
  5. scrumpymike
    Mine came this morning! Ordered last Thursday, so more than happy with the delivery time. Only just got back, unpacked it and had a quick play but must say first impressions are extremely favourable. Arrived in perfect condition, double-boxed for freshness 🙂 The fit and finish wouldn't be out of place on a bass 2 or 3 times the price and completely justify its 'Deluxe Series' tag. Such a smart move by HB to fit D'Addario EXL 165 (045-105) strings and Gotoh tuners too. Pickups are Roswell JBA-N AlNiCo 5 single-coil (bridge) and PBA AlNiCo 5 split-coil (middle) with no selector switch fitted. Haven't worked out how the tone control does what it does but the range sounds good to me. Set-up is pretty good as received and the 3.5kg weight quoted by Thomann feels about right and it sits nicely at 'quarter to three' on the strap, i.e. no real neck-dive to speak of but on the edge. I'll post more impressions and pic's soonest but so far I'm a very happy bass bunny.
  6. scrumpymike
    Love it! Subtle as a flying anvil - in a nice way of course ☺️
  7. scrumpymike
    Certainly not in my house.
  8. scrumpymike
    Just received shipping confirmation as follows: "022/12/02 08:10 am Dispatched: The goods have left our warehouse and are on their way to the border." WTF?! Aaaaah yes, I forgot: Germany's still in the EU and there's a 'hard' border between us and Europe now! "As soon as the package cleared customs and arrived at UK Mail, you can track your parcel directly on the shipping carrier's website. Please be patient, as this may take around 3-4 working days." WTF - 3-4 working days in limbo before Royal Mail even get the chance to go and lose it? Another fine example of the benefits of Brexit. I'm eternally grateful to the people who told us: "Let's get it done!" 🤐
  9. scrumpymike
    Allegedly 3.5kg but I'm a bit sceptical about the weights Thomann quote when asked. In my experience, their answer is always in full or half kilos. The accuracy of their (alleged) scales seems to be +/- 1lb 🤔
  10. scrumpymike
    Ha-ha! We're such a specialist (exclusive?) group of forum members that it's even more important for us to share info. The stuff I've learned from others on this topic has been priceless.
  11. scrumpymike
    Well, couldn't resist this in Burgundy Mist so just ordered one from Thomann. Can't wait to find out exactly what you get for your £199. Could be just the right tool for some of the rougher venues we play in 🙂
  12. scrumpymike
    Blimey, that's drop-dead gorgeous and unbelievable value for the money!
  13. scrumpymike
    In a word, no ☹️. As supplied, the large-diameter buttons are fixed to the wooden body core using long chunky wood screws. The 2 screws are of unequal length (one very long, one even longer) with oversize heads that are too big for a standard strap button. I had to think long and hard before daring to remove just the shorter screw in case I couldn't get it re-aligned with the hole drilled in the body afterwards. I managed to do it but had to be really careful. IMHO if you unscrewed both, the ABS outer frame could move relative to the wooden core. If it did, you could be in trouble without an assembly jig of the type the manufacturers must use to get everything aligned.
  14. scrumpymike
    Last time I looked I think they had all the cheaper range but only a limited choice of the more expensive Artist version.
  15. scrumpymike
    I've now discovered the Retrovibe website and the Strat would be my preference too.
  16. scrumpymike
    Anybody tried one of these? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274878751114
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    PM sent
  18. scrumpymike
    John just bought a Barefaced SC3 from me. Cab for cash swap at Exeter Services - fastest transaction ever! Nice guy, great comm's, arrived bang on time. Deal with confidence!
  19. scrumpymike
    Now on hold pending usual.
  20. scrumpymike
    Marcell just bought my wonderful Eden WT-550 Traveler. Couldn't have gone to a nicer guy. All good, deal with confidence!
  21. scrumpymike
    These cab's looked and sounded great at the Bash shoot-out. Stevie's done a great job on the design as has LukeFRC for making them look like a top-quality product.
  22. scrumpymike
    Great condition with cover. Price doesn't include delivery but happy to meet-up with buyer anywhere within an hour's drive from Taunton (I'm 10 min's away from J25 M5). Used as one of a pair with an HPF-equipped 800W amp running clean, so never driven too hard. Nice and fresh-looking. Pic's to follow but there's really nothing to show except what you'd want to see 🙂
  23. scrumpymike
    Ha-ha! As the saying goes: 'Tell 'em, tell 'em you've told 'em - then tell 'em again!' As an owner of the active Artist version, I totally agree provided you're not bothered that it doesn't LOOK like a J bass (or any other bass). The OE Aguilar classic '70s retro jazz pickups are killer.
  24. scrumpymike
    Isn't that the Japanese model?
  25. scrumpymike
    Agreed! Very tastefully done.
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