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man, I've been GASing for one of those for a while now! mind if I ask you how much it set you back? it's the perfect color and everything! I envy you

man, have I missed this thread! great looking these Löwenherz btw

[quote name='ARGH' post='95357' date='Nov 27 2007, 10:30 PM']I do see other peoples point of view,but I cant comprehend any real reason to say something is pointless or a redundant idea of no value save 'stunt/circus/novelty after watching a couple of youtube vids.[/quote] well, you should take a chill pill before you post after reading some infuriating posts ...thats not how you come across..

[quote name='ARGH' post='95324' date='Nov 27 2007, 09:37 PM']I thought 'Vinny' had ultralite strings on say like 50-10 or something,god its been years since I worried about that sort of thing...well....alright days. If I perjump,along this line a little,the only thing I dont like is the 'Because established musician says,it then its fact' syndrome vs 'Small world syndrome'. But thats nowt to do with what this is. Im trying to tie up the ERB issue as a body of work and people,regardless of what is 'good' or 'bad' its ERB,Im a militant on this,Ive even pondered the creation of a new clef (not a popular idea given the good old 8va...but hey). [b]If you genuinly believe that ERB is bad period,and dont want to find out anything more,then just stop,dont express any opinion,because its weightless,[/b]you would never allow such a statement on here saying " I think all Blacks and Asians should be shot because I saw one involved in a mugging on Crimewatch" Which would be absolutely stupid,a blanket opinion.... But some people form they're opinions on very similer lines.[/quote] so you mean that if I disagree with you I have no right to have an opinion? that "example" you just gave doesn't really fit the profile... that's what bothers me about your (and many others!) posts on this thread - you don't really try to see the other folks point of view..that doesnt really leave room for discussion now, does it? you're just exchanging blows.. EDIT: SJA man, I'm sorry but I have to say it. for your reasons (valid or not, thats not the question), you hate Steve's guts. We all got it. Now, it's very rude to start insulting and speaking (writing?) aggressively to him....with all of us watching..don't you think you're doing the same you're complaining he did? if you want to discuss with him, PM him, or fight him or whatever...I really dont need to know [/rant]

you know I hate you, dont you? man you have to show us more of that beauty

[quote name='dood' post='94368' date='Nov 26 2007, 01:47 AM']I think the thread has run its course... and not really arrived at any worthy conclusion![/quote] was anyone expecting that?

[quote name='stingrayfan' post='94306' date='Nov 25 2007, 09:42 PM']Thanks. Took the blue one into a small studio earlier today to record a new demo for my covers band and it sounded ace - really meaty and punchy. Even the engineer recording it said how great it sounded.[/quote] first that video and now this..do you think it's right to aggravate my GAS? *checks out the american ebay* *checks out bank account* *sigh* seriously now, it seems you hit the jackpot congrats!

man...it hurts every time I see such a "reliced" bass...that's completely ruined for me =|

oh man..that blueburst looks awesome!

the pickguard looks cool! the strings...

well, it seems someone has screwed up on the assembly line

you really had to show us that didnt you? now I want one..

[quote name='dood' post='94092' date='Nov 25 2007, 12:15 PM']Whilst on the subject of importing... If a person were to buy a secondhand item, such as a musical instrument of reasonably high value from Europe, in a private sale. I would assume that customs will want VAT paying on it if it is coming into the UK? Never bought anything other than new (from a shop) from outside the country, so am interested to find out what the situation is.[/quote] if you're buying a new item from an EU country, the store adds VAT according to your country's rate. If you're buying anything in a private sale (ie, a second-hand item), VAT has already been charged (when bought new), so you dont pay anything other than what you've agreed with the seller

man arent you people aggressive...and I mean some of you who are anti-ERB and pro-ERB... that a personal choice. whether you like playing it...or not. who doesnt like ERB is entitled to think they're a novelty act, and those who like should disagree. what's so mind-boggling about this? is there any need do start insulting each other? chill out... personally, I draw the line at 6 (ok...maybe 7 ) more than that I cant really see the point...but if you like playing basses with 8+ strings, by all means do it...you see something in them I dont

[quote name='Jean-Luc Pickguard' post='91028' date='Nov 19 2007, 07:20 PM']Its not the worst modification on ebay at the moment though. It looks like this chap didn't realise that it would be a good idea to dismantle the bass before painting the body. I could be wrong, but it certainly looks to me like the pickguard and body were sprayed together. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Fender-Mark-Hoppus-Jazz-Bass_W0QQitemZ130175455061QQihZ003QQcategoryZ4713QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem"]Matt black rattle-can sprayed Hoppus[/url][/quote] man..why? I guess it'd make a good project

[quote name='Crazykiwi' post='90204' date='Nov 18 2007, 12:09 PM']I tend agree with Sibob that we DO have quite a lot of forums at the moment. I'm comfortable with the number we have as they're all well used. [b]I would be a little reluctant to start making distinctions between types of basses because it would divide the community rather than encourage its integrity.[/b][/quote] thats a valid point... but if you're sure a new section would get enough traffic to justify creating it, then I wouldnt really oppose.

that seems interesting...I share the feeling - would like to try out a bass version of that

id' say that if yo have no training, the following are important - carpentry. it's always good to know the ins and outs of woodworking (and while you're at it, you can build your own furniture ) - electronics knowledge. you'll have to fix those, so might just know how they work - knowledge of the particularities of the (many!) types of wood used on the various instruments - knowledge of the characteristics of the instruments you intend to build/repair - money and patience. you will learn mostly from experience...so be prepared for some trial and error (this is as much for you as it is for me haha. man how I feel like learning a few things about carpentry...)

[quote name='Zoe_BillySheehan' post='81509' date='Oct 30 2007, 10:31 PM']yeah its pretty nice, but i dont think im using its full potential as my cab isnt the greatest thing ever. It has an octaver on it aswell, which is pretty awesome x[/quote] cheers for that! *now, where do I find one of those to try out? *

[quote name='Zoe_BillySheehan' post='81477' date='Oct 30 2007, 09:19 PM']Hey! I just found this thread and thought id post on it... I'm 15, and ive been playing bass for around 5 years now at the moment ive got: Basses a Fender Jazz Special (in black) with seymour duncan pups and a epiphone thunderbird (in white) Rig: a peavey tour 700 head with a company called "Loud" 4x10 cab I'll post some pictures on my rig soon.. but for the moment heres a few with my basses... Zoe x[/quote] nice stuff! how do you like that peavey head? was thinking bout trying one out..

good god....why? still, if it goes cheap I might just have it...it'd be lovely as a project

I'd say I find [url="http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k9/cubanbass/IBANEZ2.jpg"]this ATK305[/url] I've stumbled upon on talkbass a while ago to be the sexiest thing (but you may disagree )

you really dont want one....that just feels wrong

[quote name='parker_muse' post='77477' date='Oct 21 2007, 09:22 PM']Im getting a 6 string fretless for christmas. I'll give a report then![/quote] looking forward to that!