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[quote name='Bassassin' timestamp='1473870862' post='3133735'] Erm - aside from having 2x P pickups (a fairly common configuration in 70s basses) in what way? I'm a massive fan of Matsumoku basses but even I can see that these two instruments are from different planets. [/quote] Erm that would be the high mass brass bridge, brass nut, high quality tuners, same or at least very similar controls, active, dimarzio pups, switching for series/parallel for each pup, maple neck, and high build quality. You're right, not much really... And I didn't realise double p pup was ever common.

Great work so far! Always good to see an instrument rescued and restored rather than destroyed! Keep up the great work

The ones I won on ebay appear to be Model J DP123's if that's any help? https://www.gak.co.uk/en/dimarzio-dp123-model-j-black/97011?gclid=CMGwkOnskM8CFTIo0wodG30L7Q looks like I got them at a decent price if they are +£100 new.

[quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1473871558' post='3133747'] Bingo!! I've got some in an Ibanez, They're really good IMHO. If you still don't like the bass, PM me, please! [/quote] Thanks Richard. Will do

looks to be similarish to a Vantage VB-900A which can be had for much less money and have the advantage of neck-thru construction. they arent exactly common either though: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-1981-Vantage-VA-900B-Neck-Through-Body-Bass-Guitar-Matsumoku-/222018882783?hash=item33b15b4cdf%3Ag%3AuWIAAOSwKtlWq8sR&nma=true&si=osIDaNUttx2%252Fu9rLEi8oYpg2C1A%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

Well I just managed to pickup a second-hand pair of dimarzios from eBay for £50 so will give them a try. If it doesn't work out or show potential for other pups I may just move the bass on.

Any thoughts on Dimarzios?

[quote name='Salotti' timestamp='1473689406' post='3132265'] I would try EMG or Bartolini. I tried the same with my stage 2 (putting on EMG) and the sound get a lot better. Bartlini will sound something "darker" than EMG Cheers [/quote] thanks, dont want dark tone so EMG sound like a good choice. Any particular model i should be looking at?

[quote name='Lw.' timestamp='1473693648' post='3132324'] What don't you like about the MEC's? I've not heard people being against them before - I've only heard unhappy rumours about the soapbar that came in the passive Streamer at the time. [/quote] they are the cheap Dynamic Compression ones - not the decent MECs that you find in other Warwicks. The tone isnt terrible but there isnt enough bite for my liking

Steve Hodson of Oceansize and Kong fame uses a Gibson Grabber and acheives a very nice tone from it!

Hi All, Looking for some advice please: I have just picked up a rather lovely '97 German built Warwick Corvette Std. It has a bubinga body and a wenge neck and fretboard. It is passive with two MEC Dynamic Correction pups. I understand that the Dynamic Correction MECs are not thought of very highly so would like some advice on what you think the best pups will be to get the best out of my vette. I love the feel, balance and playability of the bass. I quite like the tone I am already getting but the warwick growl is not really there. My budget is £100 and happy to buy secondhand to get best bang for buck. cheers, Chris

[quote name='The GroovyPlucker' timestamp='1473259767' post='3128432'] Just bought a Zoom multi fx pedal off Chris. Great guy to chat to, very prompt and efficient. Item was couriered to me and was meticulously packed and protected for it's journey, very pleasing as some people don't bother their backsides. All round great guy to deal with and no hesitations about dealing with him whatsoever. The GroovyPlucker/Mark [/quote] Thanks Mark. Likewise it was a pleasure to deal with you! Thank you for the instant payment, pleasant communication and hassle free transaction. regards, Chris / Dyerseve

[quote name='DarkHeart' timestamp='1472862815' post='3124953'] couple more pics from yonks ago [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/jeffhop/media/13884402_10157202243425405_2056359645_n_zpsmmm5bjyv.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/jeffhop/media/13817254_10157145080040405_1027433298_n_zpshnt0upd8.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s80.photobucket.com/user/jeffhop/media/13933073_10157235496085405_1718934648_n_zpsrmrd6cwe.jpg.html"][/url] [/quote] some of the best looking pieces of timber I have ever seen! Your finishing is superb! I take it you do this for living?

https://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/vintage-vester-argus-bass-guitar/1186525245

https://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/vintage-vester-argus-bass-guitar/1186525245

Defo a Rockbass - the serial number starts RB, it says 'Made In China' on the sticker on the back of the headstock and it has a maple neck. I believe the first gen rockbasses had a one piece bridge but they have been producing RBs with 2pc bridges for a while now. Not sure it's a short scale either - I counted 24 frets??? One thing is certain though - it is definitely NOT a $$ as listed. Still, for £250 it's a decent bit of kit. Warwick wouldnt put their name to it otherwise...