JamieBenzies

Some interest but it looks like this is still to go!

I have to confess I did once leave a comment on a Larry Graham video saying something along the lines of 'This is why only black guys can play slap bass'... I stepped back and watched those fireworks with great joy

Up for sale or trade (+/- cash) is my beloved Trace Elliot head. Despite the overall versatility of this head (something I'm sure a lot of you will be familiar with) I find myself playing less and less rock music and carrying my gear to more and more practices.

So I'm going lightweight, if anyone wants a trade or trade plus cash either way for stuff a long the lines of markbass then drop me a message.

It's also worth noting the 'pre-Gibson' factor which supposedly makes this head much better then more recent models (including the Peavey ones) I however have never had the opportunity to compare so this is only by word of reviews and the like.

As far as a straight up sale I think a negotiable £350.

*This may well be an AH250 as opposed to AH300- on the back it says '280W RMS - 580W PEAK'. Either way I used to drive the hell out of a 4x10 Trace cab and it was seriously loud - I never, ever went through a PA in a years worth of loud rock gigs

*There are 2 outputs and both are 8 ohm only

Some good reviews:
[url="http://www.activebass.com/r2885--Trace-Elliot-GP-12-SMX"]Activebass.com[/url]
[url="http://reviews.harmony-central.com/reviews/Bass+Amp/product/Trace+Elliot/AH250+GP12+SMX+Head/10/1"]Harmony Central[/url]

Any questions are very welcome!

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And for the perverts interested in the rear end...
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You can see how beautiful that maple under the lacquer is... Given the opportunity I would certainly remove the finish and leave it at that maple.

Good luck with the sale!

Why are you doing this to me? Damn...

I just bought the Jazz Theory Book from Greg at a very reasonable price. Everything was perfect!

Thanks very much!

I'll take the Jazz Theory Book!

Any offers?

I don't really like how these look but I'm sure £350 for this is an utter bargain, considering it must be towards the £1000 end new.

Ebay item ID: 280468253801

As it says there that would be a pretty exceptional first six string.

Myles held some headphones for me while I sorted out the funds over the course of a week.

Excellent communication and manners, no hassle. All topped off by a lovely pair of 'phones for an excellent price!

Thanks very much Myles!

I recently bought a strap off rick and as well as letting me take it for a bargain price he also held it for me for a week while I got payment sorted!

Excellent communication and attitude - Top BCer!

Thanks very much Rick

[quote name='Al Heeley' post='691092' date='Dec 21 2009, 10:49 PM']Had my B150 up for sale here for 10 months! Bloody glad no-one bought it as I've had to send my main combo + extn cab back for failing on me, and the MB150 is dusted down and back in service again for the christmas + new year gigs. Anyway good luck on selling yours.[/quote]

This has been up here longer then 10 months now I think!

[quote name='rick-blood' post='712154' date='Jan 14 2010, 12:35 AM']Emg 85 / SA / 81 - Pickups were taken out of my Vigier as soon as it was purchased so are unused & as good as new

Please note : Sale is for pickups only £150 ono





Korg Dtr2 Rackmount Tuner(3rd unit down in photo) in good condition £75 ono



Also have a bunch of guitar straps,£5 each :

Levy's Black Leather/suede(mint)
Fender Black & white logo's
Straight a padded

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Pm'd

For your sake I hope the other goes first! I still have dreams about owning a Fodera.

They really are the most ultimate sounding basses.

Good luck!

[quote name='WarPig' post='699333' date='Jan 3 2010, 11:29 AM']19mm

[url="http://www.warmoth.com/Gotoh-201-4-String-Bass-Bridge-Chrome-P138C718.aspx"]http://www.warmoth.com/Gotoh-201-4-String-...e-P138C718.aspx[/url]

And a +1 to them too, the channels for the saddle legs help stability and the whole bridge just seems ''firmer''.[/quote]

Thanks very much evident Sabbath fan!

Why the hell would any one sell this!

The simple answer is surely that you can also apply chord shapes to bass guitar, as opposed to just normal guitar - hence necessitating the use of one.

I'm probably telling many of you what you already know but I know a lot of players play what they sing so that thier improvised solos in particular get rhythms relatable to vocal lines, when you take breath it leaves pauses etc.

This makes the solo more relatable to instruments that involve your lungs and keeps some players from playing too many notes and never stopping. Finally it encourages you to play in a more melodic fashion, less step wise movement and the like. The nice part is that it actually works!

I have recieved my Levy's strap from Gareth through smooth communication and a helpful attitude.

Thanks very much, now my back may enjoy a small amount of respite

Jamie

[quote name='2x18' post='694211' date='Dec 27 2009, 12:24 PM']Yes --- My personal preference is the Gotoh. ( The Hipshot is useful for the string spacing adjustment tho. )

Will.[/quote]

What is the string spacing on the 201? I can't find it anywhere.

Thanks

FX? Multi-FX? or you can go down my route and find yourself a bassoon...

I have gone ahead and used the wire wool, it works an utter treat! In fact I liked the change so much I then went on to treat my Ibanez with the wool too. I can now feel the neck in a more comforting way, the neck doesn't feel at all sticky and I can zip up and down it with so little resistance I may as well be playing air guitar! It's awesome.

Thank you so much everyone, this has really made a huge difference!

Jamie

[quote name='2x18' post='694108' date='Dec 27 2009, 08:45 AM']I have basses fitted with Badass 2, Hipshot, Schaller and Gotoh 201 plus standard Fender bridges.

My current favourites ( on a P-Bass and a Jazz ) are fitted with Gotoh 201 and Badass 2.

When I fit another bass with one it will almost certainly be the Gotoh!

Will.[/quote]

So even over the much more expensive Schaller and Hipshot bridges you think you prefer the 201? If so that's good to hear as 201s are available for around £40 as opposed to the £100 for the other two.

It's a wonderful surprise to come back to so much good advice after only one day!

I think I'll try the general fine wire wool idea.

Thanks very much everyone!

Over the last week or so I have been pumping out lots of posts regarding the changes I am making to my Yamaha TRB5 fretless.

Now, when I played a Stingray a while ago I suddenly realised one factor that for me makes the bass a whole lot more playable, is the lack of varnish on the neck. Too me i feel this makes a huge difference and really sets my hands at ease... odd I know...

So I was wondering, how could I DIY the varnish off my bass neck without risking unnecessary damage?

Has anyone else ever done this?

Thanks everyone