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  1. JohnDaBass
    They both lack the low thunder that kicks in when you select the neck Pu with the filter on the '69. 4-Positon selector switch, Neck solo; Neck solo with filter; both PUs; bridge solo. VT for both Pups
  2. JohnDaBass
    Yes, I own a 2005 Gibson SG bass and the neck Pu soloed it's virtually the same tone and range. With the TB Pro soloed there is a wider range of tones on offer compared to the SG bridge Pu. The SG is VVT and the Newport is VBT and it's possible to get similar tones from both but it seems to me that there are more tonal variations on the Newporter. I don't think , in a blind test, anyone would have a keen enough ear to tell the two apart. ( mind you I have tinnitus in both my 70 year old ears!!) I also own a 1969 Gibson EB3 (slot head type) and NEITHER sounds like that!!!!
  3. JohnDaBass
    Yup arrived on time curtesy of Guitarguitar ,great service. Very good quality of finish for such a reasonable price point. MIC great neck finish, no sharp frets, lovely gloss finish just like the Gibson necks does not appear to be sticky at all. I could swear that the fretboard was rosewood but the spec states otherwise. No neck dive, a well balanced bass on strap or knee. Tuners seem fine and the tailpiece and two bolt bridge offer more than enough intonation adjustment. I don't feel the need to up grade the arrangement. I may possibly reverse the bridge to improve access to the intonation screwheads. Pickups sound fantastic. Neck PU has that familiar and faithful EBO timbre, bold, woody, deep forceful drive ( think of Felix Pappalardi in Mountain) . The TB Pro is positioned to offer both an EB3 honk ( think of Free's Mr Big) but also a driving Thunderbird vibe ( think of the Who & Entwistle). When the TB Pro is solo's there's even a smidgen of Stingray lurking. I feel that the control VBT loom would benefit from a @KiOgon upgrade to exploit the full potential of the Pups. Weight is around 3.7Kgs. For £350 it's a handsome bass, sounds great, reminds me of the '67 I once owned and is very close to the '64 I always wanted. I have read all the stuff regarding the p××s poor marketing launch but I am very content and pleased with this reissue that sounds and feels a great bass. BTW the neck profile is bang on like my Epiphone Alan Woody Rumble Kat. ( Forgot to say that the Newporter fits the Rumble Kat hard case "snugly") Congrats Epiphone for offering such a great Newport reissue.
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    What did you change in the control loom? VVT : VBT ?
  5. JohnDaBass
    Not sure, but have tried a different 5v psu ? Some of those psu can be quite noisy.
  6. JohnDaBass
    I think @Woodinblack may have a solution. Maybe the hum through the Zoom is originating from a poorly isolated power supply. It would be worthwhile feeding the AC mains cord through a ferrite ring a couple of times to clam the noise entering the Zoom. Many low cost hi fi units use a similar solution rather than redesigning their psu to meet EMC regs in curtain countries.
  7. JohnDaBass
    Awesome, fabulous mahogany with maple top, I imagine it just sounds sublime. GLWTS.
  8. JohnDaBass
    Mines the red one!!
  9. JohnDaBass
    Nope, the "batwing" headstock was very heavy and caused quite a bit of neck dive. Easy to cure with an appropriate strap but I feel that the 2 + 2 headstock is more pleasing to the eye and way more practicable. Intonation will be interesting ??
  10. JohnDaBass
    Just bought a Crown Power amp from Gerry, a wonderful guy to deal with. First class comms, stupendous packaging skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Purchase with confidence and ease. Great Guy. Thanks Gerry
  11. JohnDaBass
    Just ordered mine, will be here tomorrow!! I have been waiting years for Epiphone to re-issue the Newporter. I owned one in 1969 and traded in for a Gibson EB3 which I still own.
  12. JohnDaBass
    Still available at £40 plus postage.
  13. JohnDaBass
    @chyc when you complete your project could you post a sonic review of your handywork? Could you compare your achievement with other cabs you have used?
  14. JohnDaBass
    Any chance or writing a sonic review of your excellent handywork ? How does it sound compared to other cabs you have used? What are disadvantages of the BC112 compared to the LFSys Monaco you demo'd?
  15. JohnDaBass
    Still for sale
  16. JohnDaBass
    Wow that's a posh school!!
  17. JohnDaBass
    I am a fan of the DiMarzio Split P DP127 I have them fitted to three of my P basses. I have always found the very broad range of tones produced by the Split P to be very satisfying. Matched with a good quality loom ( @KiOgon) the Pup is capable of offering huge tonal variety. Yes , you need to use your particular amp EQ to deliver your tonal needs from a powerful pup. I do not subscribe to the view that the PD127 is too boomy, you just need to use your ears to control your sound using your amps EQ. Simples!!
  18. JohnDaBass
    I have a Subway D 800 and use it through two Barefaced Super Compacts. The combination of Mesa D800 and Barefaced has proved very versatile tonally for my needs. Provides a loud solution for Rock (Anthrax, Deep Purple, Bad Company), flexible for country rock covers (Eagles, CCR, and the like). Versatile with just one BF SC for pop & Jukebox covers. Light, well built, runs down to 2 Ohms and very well centred EQ controls, deep switch that works! and great,silent pre/post DI output. Not cheap but will probably out live lots of the others mentioned above.
  19. JohnDaBass
    I just love the way Bill tells it!!
  20. JohnDaBass
    Lindy Fralin split 51'P with the 10% over wound are awesome. Retaining the 51' P character with a hum cancelling clear,wide range of tones.
  21. JohnDaBass
    Lovely. GLWTS
  22. JohnDaBass
    Yup that would my way forward. Superb Bass @scrumpymike congratulations.
  23. JohnDaBass
    Which build thread?
  24. JohnDaBass
    Dam fine looking bass. Am I correct that there is no Pup selector switch? Love the black version
  25. JohnDaBass
    Yup
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