Friskydingo

19 hours ago, binky_bass said:

@Friskydingo - get a cheap 6 string bass. You'll not regret it. 

Your belief in my ability is heart Warming but I think I'll become too confused. As much as it tempts me, I only play rock, so it would be wasted on me 

19 minutes ago, BigRedX said:

If your bass isn't doing what you want, then sell it and use that £150 to go towards a bass that does.

 

I'm getting a new amp next year. It will be a struggle to justify a new bass as much as its a good idea and I want one. 

Apparently we need house extension done! 

1 hour ago, CameronJ said:

I realise this is heresy but…

 

 

Ordered on Christmas morning and hopefully arriving tomorrow.

Don't you be coming round these parts with your fancy 6 strings! We're a simple folk, with low end needs. 

I'll probably get a preamp/new pups as I'm happy with the tuners, saddle, etc. 

I'm not too worried about resale value as I got it for fairly cheap a couple of years 

1 hour ago, NancyJohnson said:

I suppose I'm as guilty as the next person where tweaking specs/altering stock instruments goes, but in all cases I'll consider the worth of the instrument, the necessity of the upgrade and whether the cost is warranted. 

 

Every bass I buy gets Dunlop Straploks.  A couple have D-tuners.  Both (IMO) cheap and worthwhile upgrades. 

 

Stepping up a bit, pickups; I put a (secondhand/as new) EMG Geezer Butler PJ set into an old Hamer as the matched P-unit was hokey.  Sub £90, decent upgrade, enough left from £150 for a chip supper.  Rule of thumb?  Shop around, check the for sale section here.

 

That said, in my case a £200 John East unit on a £5.5k bass?  Yes, but on a £350 instrument?  No, not so much.

 

As @Raymaninferred, a lot of money is wasted on upgrades.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'd have to disagree about the John East comment. If I have to upgrade a 5.5k bass, then I brought the wrong bass or overpaid for a bass that didn't fit my precise specifications. 

That's why I'm using money given to me for upgrades. I won't spend £500 on upgrades as that would be a new bass territory 

8 hours ago, Bassfinger said:

You could update it by buying a Harley Benton to keep it company.

I was thinking of getting a cheap 5 or 6 string to see how I get on. 

11 minutes ago, fretmeister said:

EMG pickup set.

Any suggestions? Also above, j-tone, looks nice

2 minutes ago, bubinga5 said:

for gods sake dont even try and roll the fingerboard

Looked at people doing it and they don't seem to have much of a clue. Most luithers don't offer it, so I won't attempt it

Just now, bubinga5 said:

I suggest you put in a drop in preamp like an Audere or an East, Turn it into a super jazz. Oh come on the guy has just some Christmas money.!!!

This is the kind of impulsive thinking I'm looking for! 

2 minutes ago, Lozz196 said:

A KiOgon loom is a worthy addition to most basses, and will more than likely help on the low end on/off aspect. As Hooky says rolled fingerboard will make it feel & play a lot better. 

What's the best way to roll the edges? I've done the frets using a file

It does seem the low end is either on or off on the neck pickup but maybe pick up height needs adjusting 

As the title says got a nice tidy sum this Xmas. What do you suggest? 

I have a squire jazz vintage modified, nothing high end, but i've set it up to a high level (intonation, fret dress, the works) 

I'm already buying a new amp 😁 in case people suggest it

Whatever it is, my new bass will need an extensive tummy cut in the body, as I've expanded

I'm keeping to one cab. I'm already taking the pa system in my car so need the space

1 hour ago, Chienmortbb said:

I think this is true if you compare Barefaced with older cabinets. However there are  number of cabinets that woukd be as loud as Barefaced using high quality modern drivers.

Go on? 

7 minutes ago, chris_b said:

I's agree with Lozz, 2 210's would be ideal. Then you can use 1 or 2 depending on the situation.

 

I haven't seen the Hartke cabs in use but my Barefaced Two10 was as loud as some 410's I've heard. I'd suggest starting with a Two10 and look out for a second in the classifieds.

So one 2x10 bf would be enough if it's that loud? 

43 minutes ago, Lozz196 said:

You should be fine for the amount of lows required, though a single 210 for live rock/punk may be a tad ambitious, for that type of music (which is what I do) I’d be looking at either a pair of 210s or a single 212. 

You say I should be fine, then say its a tad ambitious. Confusing me, explain a little more? 

Thinking about getting a 2x10 cab for size/functionality for bedroom and live setting. (something like barefaced or hartke) 

Can they produce enough low end or do they become farty/distorted easier then say a 4x10 or 1x15.

I mainly play rock/punk so won't need extreme amounts of low frequencies. 

Or would it be worth changing out speakers? 

1 hour ago, Bankai said:

Good luck, we’re all counting on you!

She's considering it! I may have to sell gear first (there's always a catch). I couldn't buy all of it and don't think my car can fit it

4 minutes ago, Bankai said:

Chunky?

I think they prefer the term 'overweight' 

4 minutes ago, Bankai said:

 

If you’d be collecting, I’d be willing to entertain it. Which element did you want?
 

 

The fr800 but don't put anything on hold yet I have a big obstacle to overcome first - the wife! The ultimate fun killer

On 01/12/2021 at 15:14, PatrickJ said:

Would love that cabinet ..

Was just about to say that. I would say let's have bass off, but I remembered what my technical ability is like

Im waiting for this to be split 🙏 hopefully

3 hours ago, Jack_Stroud_Bass said:

Everything in life has it's price, doesn't it??

Fancy a trade for Mrs friskydingo? Mainly bedroom use, usual signs of wear and tear. She has a small footprint but surprisingly loud and powerful 

On 04/10/2021 at 20:20, Jack_Stroud_Bass said:

: Just realised Mrs. Stroud_Bass is in the background of the first pic. Needless to say, she's extra! 

So she is negotiable?