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Well, the puns are tumbling out now! Although some are quite dry

Lodes of them! But I prefer mine.

Aww...its not so bad - we should drum up support for this kind of thing...😕

I wouldn't even burrow one of those! Perhaps someone could fill me in what the benefits are?

Hi Steen! As TheGreek said, the magnetic poles may be dragging the G string and causing the sound to feel 'dead'. Lowering the pickup / poles under the G might work.

Hi Bassmingo! Welcome back!

Very good-looking bass! Nice!

Hi NFF - good luck with the band! 👍

Hi Joris!

Hi CC! Hope you enjoy Basschat & bass progress goes well! Hugh

+1 Star & Garter!

Never had a problem with Schaller strap locks & I've recently bought some of the new design & they seem ok too. Time will tell...

My shoes are good for metal...

Hi Julian, I'm not sure I qualify as a 'proper' bass player either (not in a band currently etc.)! But this is a great site for learning more from other people's experiences (not just in music). All the best!

That looks absolutely gorgeous! Nice job!

Buddy Guy - not modern, but still going strong as far as I know. Saw him live at the Bridgewater Hall Mcr a few years ago - was brilliant! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NU5xA6ty0a4

Hi Daveox, I'm new to Basschat too. I've have a Yamaha BB434 since december last year & can confirm that it is exceptionally well-made, great sounding bass. I'm sure that you'll get lots of joy from of your 734! All the best! Hugh

Ha! Hi Mojo, and thanks! My missus will NOT be happy if I do that! (I still will tho )

Thanks Skybone & Josie! I fear you may be right about GAS! That's me in trouble then!

Thanks Dad3353!

Thanks SpondonBassed! I'm liking the basste buds!

Hi Basschat! I've been playing bass since the early '90s - in bands 'til mid-2000s, gigging a fair bit. Bit of a break until last year when I joined a (very) amateur band which didn't work out sadly Not sure of direction now - just know that I enjoy learning new things on the bass (and buying gear!). Will see how it goes whether to find a new band. I've really enjoyed reading the forums for the past few months - a lot of knowledge and kindness out there. Hugh