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    Thanks for all the replies! I have been gigging for 25 years and never had this problem before. We only use PA (which doesn't have subs) for vocals, and I am sure it is only the main singers' mic. (SM58?) that is causing the problem. We never go through a house PA... the gigs are all fairly small here in Cornwall. First off, I'll check his PA settings at our next gig. For some strange reason, he has taken to standing in front of me and my rig recently.... so maybe a smack might be in order?
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    During our last few gigs, there has been a booming/feedback sound coming through the bands PA every now and again. It seems to be when our singer isn't standing between his mic. and my bass gear. I can't seem to get him to physically 'shield' his mic. and stop waving it around.... so I am wondering if he has set-up his amp differently, and what I can do about this.
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    Genuine Fender plates are only about £15 with the screws. Personally, I wouldn't use a 99p plate... decent chrome doesn't come cheap. Also, with a branded item you know the screws will be of reasonable quality (hopefully). Can you imagine the hassle of a broken or rounded off screw?
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    Back in 1988 (when this conversion was done) I don't think Ricks were as desirable as they are now? I bought a nice natural finish 4001 from a music store in Miami for £200.
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    [quote name='Hamster' post='506170' date='Jun 5 2009, 10:31 AM']I've always been happy with my Digitech BSW, and I'm gassing for a fretless so I'll let you know![/quote] +1 for the BSW. It works great with my fretless... all the way down to Low E. I use it sparingly to add body to the sound.
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    [quote name='tauzero' date='Jun 2 2009, 04:16 PM' post='503938'] It also serves to remind people of how unsuitable the finish applied to Fenders is for musical instruments which might actually be used. Hmmm... That's a good point. I can't imagine that my Status Empathy which I have gigged with for 20 years would ever look that 'bad'.
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    [quote name='bassmeg' post='501511' date='May 30 2009, 11:34 AM']Dont know bout the lacquer, but paid 850 for it 7 years ago.[/quote] Sorry for the misunderstanding.. I was asking 'SixShooter' how much he paid for the re-finish on his bass. Just wondering what a decent paintjob costs. I would think that if you have the bass restored properly and to original spec, that you wouldn't devalue it. I have restored many motorcycles over the years and it is only bad work that causes a drop in value. If done well, who would know it has been restored?
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    [quote name='sixshooter' post='501043' date='May 29 2009, 03:45 PM']You could try Joe White 01252 520911 near Aldershot. He refinished my 1959 P bass, (see the picture on the left, and yes it is a real 59)[/quote] I hope you don't mind me asking... Just wondering how much you paid? And what type of lacquer was used?
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    Yes, the fan should be permanently running on the SMX.
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    Sold my SX fretless neck to Matt. Top bloke to deal with!
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    I have never noticed any dead spots on my Status Graphites. Although, there is one on my P-Bass... I seem to be able to lessen it with some EQ'ing.
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    [quote name='Clive Thorne' post='498130' date='May 26 2009, 05:00 PM']Out of interest, why not? I've had great results with it, though admitedly I've never actually used it on a guitar.[/quote] I am not knocking any method that may work, but.... I have been in the custom paintwork trade for 30 years, and therefore have the 'proper' materials to hand. I would also be concerned if flatting with wire wool, that microfibres could find their way into pick-ups. Also.... As mentioned by silddx, if the neck is flatted 'properly' with 2000 W&D the finish can always be restored to a gloss if required.
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    Sold to Matt.
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    [quote name='the hand of john curley' post='496058' date='May 23 2009, 02:56 PM']Sir - you have a pm! I thank you![/quote] ... and replied to.
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    Fretless Jazz neck which is badged as being an 'SX Handmade Custom Vintage Series' Removed from my 'Parts Bass' which I bought from WarPig on this forum, as I am converting it to fretted. The neck seems to be standard Fender fitting and the dimensions are the same as the Mighty Mite neck I am replacing it with. The wood looks nice and the gloss finish is pretty much unmarked. The only downside is evidence of someone not using a drill stop when fitting the neck (see pics).... although all the screws fitted well. The truss rod is as smooth as silk. I am not sure what this is worth, but I am guessing at £50 including first class postage. I will send the neck in the Mighty Mite packaging, which survived delivery from the USA.
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    [quote name='AM1' post='493311' date='May 20 2009, 02:52 PM']If you ain't sweating then you're playing something w@nky, like jazz [/quote] Cool people just NEVER sweat! I leave that to our G**tarist....
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    Cool people don't sweat....
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    Each to their own, but.... I would rather own a bass that has been cared for and loved! I have owned my Status Empathy for 20 years, it has done hundreds of gigs, and it is still 'Mint'. I wonder if a beautiful young girl has ever had cosmetic surgery to make her look 'Relic-ed'?
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    I just don't understand the thinking behind 'Relic-ing'.... I wonder if anyone has ever bought a brand new car/motorcycle and relic-ed it?
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    I'll take the Fender bag if you can post it.
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    Many years ago the strings on my bass went live due to an electrical fault. IT HURTS. Always use a breaker.... indoors or out!
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    +1 for Squier. My VMJ honestly seems to play better than the 70's Fenders I have owned/played... Back in the old days. (Or is my memory playing tricks?)
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    15 to 20 years ago I had to change my strings every few gigs... due to them going off. Maybe as I am getting older I sweat less, I can now get a year out of a set! Gigging almost as often, and still using Roto Rounds. Try using D'Andrea string cleaner.... If you can find it.
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    Maybe the trussrod/relief issue is putting people off?
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    Vintage Fenders

    Mr.T replied to Paul_C's topic in Bass Guitars

    [quote name='Rayman' post='488553' date='May 15 2009, 09:44 AM']Nice bike mate, is that you in the avatar?[/quote] Thanks, it took me two years to build.
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