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I thought they did when I posted because of a session last week. I wasn't getting quite what I wanted out of it, or so I thought. I think now that perhaps it was my amp setup in the room. Tried it again with a different head at home and I prefer it to the sound of my USA Fender! 

Any idea what the real difference is between the 1024 and 424 other than pups? I'm struggling to see what the difference could really be.

Opened mine up today and was surprised to see Alpha pots, was expecting generic cheapo stuff.

Hi all.  I love my BB425X.  It's surprisingly playable for what it cost me.  Probably as much if not more so than the Sandberg I had!  Thing is, I think the pups could do with an upgrade.

From what I know, there's little difference between the 425 and the 1000 series; hardware and electronics, right?  Still both made in Indonesia and same woods and all that if I'm not mistaken.  Already replaced the bridge with a Gotoh (some difference although the B still won't intonate perfectly at the end of its reach but still usable) and I want a bit more roundness and clarity from the pups.  I hear people say they're hard to replace on account of the odd shape but surely it's just a case of obscuring the joins if any, no?

Any more concrete knowledge/suggestions/advice on replacements/pitfalls is welcomed and appreciated.

Cheers,

Andrew

hey man, these still going?

will PM

Any trades?  Got a USA P/J Deluxe looking for a new home...

FYI it's 3.8kg/8.4lbs or thereabouts

PMd

Man, I have the 425X and am amazed how nice it is for what it cost, can only imagine how this one compares.  Another bump for this winner.

can supply with one of these guys if needed

No I can't anymore, went with my fretless.

Ah, the PF20T, subject of the initial skirmish.

So after having not used it in months and only a handful of times previously (about 5 or 6!) I turned it on the last week to find a thin, brittle sound.  Tried re-biasing as explained in the manual, nothing.  It's still under warranty but Polar are just saying 'send it back' without confirming whether the tubes are covered under warranty.  Anyone had a similar experience and resolution?  I don't want to send it back and end up footing a bill that could be avoided by just taking it for a service.

Hey man, is this still available?  I have a potential part-ex Fender and I'm only in Walton...

2 minutes ago, Jus Lukin said:

I tried to buy this last year, but no reply- with a bit of sleuthing, I think it was sold on Ebay...

I see, would've thought OP would've edited then but if that's the case, alas!

Hey man, is this still kicking about and would you now potentially consider any trades if so...?
(I did see 'no trades' but thought worth asking as it was listed in August.  I know that's kinda annoying but, don't ask and all that =D )

Not getting enough use so time to move on. After something a little different or a part-ex on a Japanese Fender P/J.

Trades/part-ex that will be of particular interest: 
A high end Yamaha BB. I love my 425X so am very interested in a Japanese made one. 
A Barefaced cab (large one like a Super/Big type)
A decent high powered head, particularly interested in Aguilar/Fender/Ampeg.
Gibson Ripper or decent copy (like the Ibanez beauties)
On that note... most old Ibanez lawsuit type copies 
A decent semi hollow that doesn't feel like a toy; Epiphone Rivoli or Jack Casady type, Gibson Midtown etc. (no pencil necks plzzzz)
A 'lesser' P or P/J (Japanese Fenders are especially welcome round these parts!)
Anything decent that doesn't look like a medieval weapon/clipart shapes.

The pictures don't really show but it's a light lacquer and you can see the grain through it. Any knocks or dings aren't easily noticeable but all pictured. Can add a Hipshot drop tuner for a bit extra if wanted.
Active bass with the passive switch, I took out the battery to make it a kill switch. I made a shim for it to lower the action, if you don't like it it's easily removed. Noiseless J pup does a good job. In general, it can't be faulted for sound or playability or quality. I'm mainly playing P bass with flats these days and this one will get the occasional outing on a pop session but otherwise it's sat largely unused.

Trades will have to be meet up/collection. Postage can be arranged by buyer. Can source a case at cost or something can be arranged if need be.

Any questions or offers, give us a shout.

I may not always see messages on here so give me a call or text if you prefer on 0779 091 8561

Cheers,

Andrew

Ahh maaaaaan, selling mine was a huge regret.  Wish I had the cash =(
Good luck!

You know how it is.  GAS got the better of me and I decided 'I must have a fretless', played it for a month and had a blast then let it languish in the corner whilst I played basses that actually suit the work.

Just after what I paid for it but it needs going so reasonable offers considered.

Sounds really nice actually, quite impressed by the Hohner pups.  Strung with flats, of course.  Previous owner had it set up for left handed so I put a new nut on there.  Also came with some witch hat knobs instead of the regular knurled metal guys you see it wearing today.  Can supply either.  Hole in the lower horn where they'd put the strap pin.  Some light lines have been scratched (delicately) more or less where they should be. Plays well, sounds good, quality usable fretless for the money says I.  Just not getting played and I'm still broke off the back of Christmas =D

Just realised the last photo sucks, can send clearer ones if need be 😃

Based in Walton On Thames, just past Kingston (SW London/Surrey).  Trials welcome.  Not after any trades on this, I'm afraid.  Cheers

still available

6 hours ago, songofthewind said:

Yep, in my opinion the Fender Twin is the sound of the electric guitar. Full stop.

But, god, they are heavy. I think that might give them that thwack. 

Fab amp.

That's literally the only reason I need it gone, so I can buy something that isn't an absolute bastarding beach to carry up a stair case!  Otherwise, yeah, it would stay put.

Need to downsize quickly so will consider trades for a 1x12 combo or part ex on a Fender cab.

Could probably do with a service as it's been a while but works as it should. Dated as February 1995, great condition for a 23 year old amp. Louder than hell and quite the beast.

Low/high output modes which I believe takes it from 25w to 100w or thereabouts so you can play it at home or use it for recording with no worries. But it still is loud.

20 hours ago, grandad said:

I'll be interested in your opinion when you've tried the BH250 into the One10.

Me too! =D

Fingers crossed will be here this week.

For anyone interested, I ended up going with a TC BH250 at £181 and am beyond pleased with it.  Surprisingly loud!  Tried it at rehearsal through the studio's Hartke 4x10 and it sounded huge!  Played at home through my Ampegs and it's just as loud as the PF500 with both volumes set around 12 0'clock.  Perhaps the PF500 only starts to kick up the volume further up?  Didn't really check but as it stands, I have no doubt the BH250 and the One 10 (when it eventually arrives, hopefully this week) will be plenty loud for small gigs and DI'd for bigger.  Really hoped to be able to give it it's first proper outing at XOYO last night but had to take the fliptop which I still love but had to wedge it in my drummer's car.

A note on sound: BH250 vs PF500.  Everything I've read so far seems to hold true.  The TC is more bass heavy and for the first time ever, I found myself turning the bass down! Sounds great though, full and punchy with my flat wound P bass but no loss of clarity when using my round wound P/J.  Perhaps a touch more versatility on the Ampeg but it's easy enough to tune in to what you want on the TC.  The EQ system is actually decent and despite my dubious chin stroking moment when first reading about it, I'm pleased to report it works as promised.

Built in tuner and Spectracomp means atm, only pedal I need to bring with is the OC3.  Am toying with the idea of buying or building a 3 way switch for it but I believe that would mean either/or of the two Toneprint slots as opposed to both.  Don't know if anyone can attest to that?

Overall result: a result.  All I need fits into a regular rucksack with room to spare.  Add the One 10 and I can traipse around town with minimal effort and no car required.

Thing is I've got a 210he and 115lf that I use together when needed and they're rated to match the head. Barefaced say that a One 10 is "Safe with up to 500W if you're running fairly clean sounds"  which I wont always be so wouldn't want to risk that. 

The plan is One 10 with the PF20T or a tiny head I can chuck in a bag for small gigs/as a stage monitor and eventually get a Super Compact or something a little larger (matched for power, of course, dunno if the Compact is as of writing) for when needed but I have the Ampeg cabs for now. Might chuck the PF500 and 210HE combo up for sale here. Much as I love it, I also love the idea of rolling up to a gig with a cab in hand and everything else on my back instead of cars and multiple trips. 

Also means I get to actually have a drink post gig! 👌👑🍻

31 minutes ago, gpw5150 said:

I use an ampeg SCR DI in that exact way.

Gig

Bass -> Ampeg SCR-DI -> Crown 402 power amp -> any of my cabs....

Home

Bass -> Ampeg SCR-DI -> Headphones

Bass -> Ampeg SCR-DI -> Studio Spares 60w digital power amp (60 watts/£45) -> TL806 cab

 

Studio spares power amp :- https://www.studiospares.com/B-Stock/bstock/B-STOCK-Studiospares-Aktivate-85-Power-Amp-Unit_B-249180.htm?gclid=CjwKCAiAiarfBRASEiwAw1tYv0H-XSHw_I2D8oI8IZiZvpK3-NGbyANQASmToGpS96dVqTAlnNMFDhoCOAcQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

Sweet, nice one, I'll look into that!

Cheers

4 hours ago, jrixn1 said:

If the idea to create the physically smallest possible rig, one small power amp is http://www.guitarsoundsystems.com/gss-baby-sumo-ampxlite-bass-guitar-power-amp-c2x21844846 -- but that costs the £200-£300 you don't want to spend. 

That does look ideal but yeah for that money, may as well buy a small head 😃

Yeah I did think that straight after posting actually but I still like the idea of a small amp that will fit in the gig bag for when I'm feeling lazy 😃

The Trace Elf looks pretty sweet too size wise.