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Was: From the ashes of disaster...now various projects
scrumpymike replied to Dom in Dorset's topic in Build Diaries
Look forward to seeing you and your bass(es) next year - and thanks to Rich for replying. -
KEYBOARD PLAYER WANTED IN SOMERSET My 4-pc (guitar, bass, drums, vocals) pop/rock covers band is looking for a versatile keyboard player with a view to doing 1 or 2 well-paying gigs a month. Although this is a new start-up, we are all experienced gigging musicians and our 5th band member must be the same. We have already delivered a great performance at our first private function and are currently rehearsing in Somerton to expand our play-list. If you know anyone that may be interested, please call me on 07770 946135 or give them my phone number for a chat. Mike
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My 4-pc (guitar, bass, drums, vocals) pop/rock covers band is looking for a versatile keyboard player with a view to doing 1 or 2 well-paying gigs a month. Although this is a new start-up, we are all experienced gigging musicians and our 5th band member must be the same. We have already delivered a great performance at our first private function and are currently rehearsing in Somerton to expand our play-list. If you are interested or know anyone who is, ping me a PM and I'll give you my phone number for a chat. Mike
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The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
The '70s-wound Aguilars that came as OE on my active Vox Starstream A2S are absolutely killer. -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
I was very sceptical about the Sandy pickups before ordering my Cali ll SL TM 4 SHORT - almost to the point of deciding against buying it. 12 months down the line, I can say that it's the best thing I ever did and I and my band-mates are completely happy with what the pickups bring to our classic rock/pop covers party. Of course, I completely accept the point that others have made about what a subjective thing bass sounds are. I just wanted to speak against the notion that Sandy pickups might not be fit for purpose. -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
Could it be a mechanical rather than an electrical issue, i.e. the string itself or poor contact with the nut/bridge saddle? -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
Excellent recommendation but scarce second hand and not cheap new. -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
Neat! -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
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Scared the living daylights out of me at the time - I was so relieved to see you jump straight back onto your feet and carry on with that casual 'just a scratch' expression on your face. On reflection, it was up there with the best slap-stick comedy routines I've ever seen ☺️ As the saying goes, "All's well that ends well".
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I found the way you did it really useful as it clearly demonstrated the relative differences. Thanks again for doing it Phil.
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The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
I had the signature mini bass - KenKen?? Couldn't really fault it except for one minor irritation - the scratch-plate was so thick that it had to be removed to get an allen key in to the truss-rod adjustment slot. The tonal flavouring wasn't quite to my liking so I moved it on. -
The Short Scale Bass Appreciation Society!
scrumpymike replied to Baloney Balderdash's topic in Bass Guitars
Very nice too. Resting after a strenuous gig? 😊 -
Me and Mrs. S set the stopwatch running. It's taken you 3m25sec to reply - what kept you? Don't forget you'll need a bigger car for next year.😄
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Just confirming hall booked for October 12th, 2025 as instructed by neepheid 😁
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Last but by no means least, thanks as always to Phil Starr, Stevie, chienmortbb and MoJoKe for bringing your knowledge, expertise and products to the party. 👍
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Once again, a good time was had by all.
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Here's the group shot - more later. Thanks for coming everybody😊
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Sorry, had a look but couldn't find anything reasonable let alone cheap. Accommodation prices have gone silly in recent years. You'd be better paying Rich a tenner to put the duvet cover on himself - me, I'd pay £20 to get out of doing that job 😉.
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Thanks, hope the new kitchen goes well too.
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Darn! I always like the stuff you bring. Wish you better soon.
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Catering will be unaffected in terms of quality and quantity, as a lot of it can be prepped in advance; you might just have to queue a bit longer for it 🙂😋
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BASH S.O.S. Last-minute lurgi and personal accident have decimated the Scrumpettes!!! As things stand, Gabs and Sabby will be the only full-timers in the kitchen plus a friend who can help first thing and come back around lunch-time. The normal number of helpers is six. Soooo, do any of you Bashers have a partner or teenager who's handy in the kitchen and can be persuaded/bribed/kidnapped to help? Hopefully enough of you to avoid me having to spend the day in the 'engine room' 😐