triplebass

So i feel like changing the PU on my 70’s Ibanez Lawsuit defretted Jazz. Thinking of stuff i haven’t tried... Aguilar, Lollar, Lindy Fralin? Or should i go original old Fender (a 74 pair on sale as we speak)? Did anybody have all of this, any thoughts on how they compare? Or should i just leave it as it is? I’m not on a quest for a certain sound so any comments helpful, thanks!

Thanks for the info! I think it’s the E model, it looks like 4 knobs and a grey switch on the photo and no battery compartment on the back. Waiting for a tryout date, fingers crossed..

Hi, i’m thinking of getting a second hand 5005, there’s one near me at 950euro. I don’t know the year it was built, but wanted to ask if there’s been many mods in this model since it’s inception and if there’s points to watch out for or years to avoid? Thanks

a friend of mine got divorced because of his “side activities” - gigs... married the same lady again 3 years later... divorce no.2 followed, they’ve been settling the estate for last 2 years...

exactly, and i’m pretty sure my back will miss it in a few years..

had this for a while, super light and comfy with extra upper register accessibility, a bit adventurous visually and sonically though..

Never owned or played 18” until recently, any love out there for these huge things in the 12orless” world? They don’t come up so much used and they seem to be out of Thomann’s catalogue, are they still being made? I picked one up a couple of weeks ago (90’s USA Ampeg, roadworn but working flawlessly, cost 100 including gas) and i’m loving it. I don’t mind the weight and size yet as i’m using it at home only ATM and it sounds great, even at low volume for the midnight noodle it has plenty of super silent and super deep fatness So my question for all the experienced 18”ers: do this 18” hold it’s own live or is a 10 or 12” on top a must? I know my back will say no, but i hope the sound will make it worth it... or will i start hating it after the first gig?

Just received a package from this gent, a transaction smooth and simple as it gets, AAAA+, highly recommended, deal with confidence etc. Thanks again Dave!

no harm in getting opinions, also no need for a uniform way of thinking... i hope you enjoy YOUR decision as i enjoy mine

i said expensive...

Thomann

just picked up a Vovox speaker cable and the sound is more transparent and clear. ordered another 2 - instrument and microphone. expensive? yes. can you hear the difference? YES

Just received another P loom from John, as usual AAAA+ product and service. Not to mention the fact that it was dropped off by John on monday and arrived to my doorstep in Brussels on friday morning despite the postBrexit customs etc. Cheers John!

so i’ve spent about 5-6k on basses in the last year, of course another 1k or so on some other “must have” gear, the last being Vovox cables (300 for 2 cables).. and then realized i’ve played 5 concerts in that same time. But i’ve also recorded stuff so there’s hope in those mp3’s and streams... i’m sure this makes sense in some parallel universe, just like tone woods and such... sorry, i’ll show myself out and join the depression thread...

Not a fan or a scholar, but IMHO this is pure beauty, mesmerizing IMHO, thankful that it happened and that we can still enjoy it, wouldn't dare throwing even the smallest of stones. Obviously not everybody's cup of tea, thankfully there's all sorts of beverages out there for all of us to enjoy.

absolutely amazing album, stellar work on all sides IMHO