Harryburke14

The only thing putting me off pulling the trigger on an Epi Classic Pro at the minute is the thought of the new ones coming out and dwarfing it. Wonder if they'll do them in white...

There are a number of tunes without "proper instruments" that I like. That being said there are many more that I dislike. For me there has to be some level of talent involved in the making of the music, so if someone's talented with the use of a laptop and keyboard so be it. I'd rather listen to that than a really bad guitar group down the pub that calls themselves a band.

Just started reading - on chapter 3 and enjoying it very much. The bit about the 10 watt amp nearly killed me because I've been there xD

I have a CV 50s P Bass that is superb. Some La Bella flats on there has turned it into a very good instrument. The only problem for me is that the pickup is a little bit quiet and not as growly as I'd like so its not yet been used for a gig, but still a great instrument.

[quote name='Andyjr1515' timestamp='1488111634' post='3245872'] Looks good They're pretty darned good, the Harley Bentons, aren't they? What's the weight like on this one? [/quote] My HBs pretty good and not really heavy at all .

So first of all whichever bass takes me fancy on the day. So either: Sire Marcus Miller M3 Squier CV 50s P Bass Bitsa P Bass "Bleeding Sunflower" Jazz bass (comes everywhere with me) - look at the build thread cabled into the pedaltrain: TC Polytune (must have) EHX Big Muff Pi Tone City Golden Plexi - yes, a guitar distortion, used for one song usually. Boss OC-3 Tone City Angel Wing Chorus - yes, a guitar chorus, used for one or two songs. (all powered by Stagg plug and daisy chain) Into Amp and Cab Fender Rumble 500 (Vintage and contour switches engaged, just a touch of drive dialled in, EQ left nearly flat) Orange 410 cab I think that's it.

That's purty...

Not known for his bass playing ability or killer bass lines but I love Jared Followill too. Funny chap who only picked up a bass because his brothers asked him to tour with them. Never took a single lesson, just locked himself in the basement while bandmates put stickers on the notes he should play. By the time he was 16 he didn't know how to play bass but had an EP released.

these do look lovely, but if I had one it'd have to have the custom paintwork like Mani from Stone Roses.

[quote name='Rexel Matador' timestamp='1488047535' post='3245420'] I'd be more than happy to do that for you, but wouldn't be able to do so until early next week. If the bass is still there and you haven't found anyone else by then, let me know. [/quote] Cheers man

[quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1488047568' post='3245421'] It might be worth clarifying that you'd pay the person doing this favour 'before' they buy it... yes? [/quote] Of course.

For anyone that didnt see the other thread: Wallsend Cash Converters have an Epiphone Thunderbird in white that I would love to buy, the only problem being that it's in Wallsend, and I'm in Birmingham. Now, while the dim people at Cash Converters will ship it, I don't trust their ability to pack one or the couriers ability to look after it. So, anyone from Tyneside willing to walk into the shop, give it a once over, buy it, send it down south to me? I of course will wire the money to you and then quids further for postage and any packaging materials required.

I like that pale metallic colour. Nice.

If anyone is from Tyneside, or traveling from Newcastle down to Birmingham in the nearish future, I would wire you the money to go into the shop and buy it, and then pay for you to post it to the second city. Still dont want to risk postage.

[quote name='Matt P' timestamp='1488039405' post='3245313'] and now i find it! wallsend store, not a million miles away PM me if you're still interested Matt [/quote] PM'd you mate. Very nice of you to offer.

Anyone from NE Birmingham needs a lift there'll be a seat in the car (provided you don't bring too much gear to cram into the Fiesta).

Any news on when the new'uns are to be released?

Ooh nice. Any sound clips?

So mostly negative experiences but no one's had a bass come to them in pieces. I suppose that's something.

If all else fails they're on Amazon for £329.99. Still, if I could save 120 smackeroons I'd rather do that.

Hi all, me again, So after putting up an "items wanted" ad, our very own Outsider70 pointed me in the direction of Cash Converters who have the exact bass I want at a very reasonable price. However, the bass is in Tyneside and I'm in Birmingham, so it would have to be shipped. Anyone have any experience of doing this? I really want this bass but am worried that it would be damaged in transit, as it is a Thunderbird and they have something of a reputation for damage during transport.

This is where I feel blessed. The few bands I have been in have either been with schoolmates or I have met from when school bands from the area all got together to put in a gig between us. JMB is a minefield I find, with one bad musician for each good one.