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  1. warwickhunt
    I can't and won't refute what you've said about using furniture polish as I only have personal experience to act upon but to add £0.02 to the mix... The bass in question is sealed and lacquered (if it is a W finish and has a colour it must be) as such no polish can clog the wood grain etc. As to the fact that polish residue will attract dirt... blimey have you seen what the official W wax is like! It always leaves a residue which tends to get stickier with playing (friction/heat) and as such is an absolute dirt magnet. Which leaves the dilemma of polish leaving a residue that makes refinishing problematic. I personally know 3 or 4 people who 'professionally' (i.e. their living or main part of, is made from it) finish/refinish instruments and they all use white spirits to wipe down instruments between sanding and applications, so residues are wiped off as a matter of course and I'd have thought that the polishes and paints (never mind the wood dust) clogs the glass/sandpaper any way... added to which a thin film or residue left by polish would hardly clog the first sanding process which can be (depending on the thickness of lacquer/paint) quite coarse. Aside from that I wonder how many instruments that might get polished with 'Pledge' will actually end up being refinished... it must be a very small percentage. As I say, not wishing to 'argue' but it seems quite a strong reaction to using a product which to most people will never have any negative impact.
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    Hmmmm it begs the question 'Would the clip have been posted if she didn't have a nice top on?' IMHO no, otherwise I can potentially find hundreds (if not tens of thousands) of youtube bassists playing along to songs!
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    I have one that I don't play... but bite marks appear on my knuckles every time I consider selling it! [size=4] [/size] [size=4][URL=http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/dol2_zps25b38238.jpg.html][IMG]http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g119/warwickhunt/dol2_zps25b38238.jpg[/IMG][/URL][/size]
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    No need to apologise. [size=4] [/size] [size=4]What does 'Pledge' actually do that is so wrong? [/size] [size=4]Purely out of interest because I don't use furniture polish on any of my instruments [/size] (though I may have done on my Hondo Ric/Ibanez Jazz many moons ago)[size=4] BUT I do know several people who have happily polished their guitars and basses for donkey's years (I've been playing 34 years and some of these people have owned guitars longer than me) with furniture polish and their pride and joy is still shining and playing as if nothing were the matter... what physical manifestation of the devil's work is actually visible when you polish your instrument? [/size]
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    You've had your questions re. the nut answered (that model 'always' does it), as well as the jack socket (yes, they are pants and you need to install a good quality replacement; Switchcraft/Neutik etc.). As for the finish; if it is 'coloured' you don't wax (the wax can't penetrate through the finish so it is a waste) and I realise that Grangur is screaming/highlighting his views re. pledge but your bass isn't a 'natural' wax finish and the pledge should polish off like it would any other non-porous surface.
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    He does indeed and on most basses I'd happily let him loose but not this particular bass.
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    Cheers, thought as much. Unfortunately the bass I was thinking of fitting into has a rout for a 4 string EMG soapbar and I don't want to mod it.
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    Is this for a 5 string?
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    [quote name='cameltoe' timestamp='1383778319' post='2269155'] (and actually have a wanted ad up to that effect) [/quote] [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/220448-fender-roadworn-jazz-sunburstrosewoodtortie/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/220448-fender-roadworn-jazz-sunburstrosewoodtortie/[/url]
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    [URL=http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/IMG_2966_zpsfbd583db.jpg.html][IMG]http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g119/warwickhunt/IMG_2966_zpsfbd583db.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/PB060015_zps5a4d7414.jpg.html][IMG]http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g119/warwickhunt/PB060015_zps5a4d7414.jpg[/IMG][/URL] I have to confess it is virtually impossible to photograph the action on a bass! [size=4] [/size]
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    [URL=http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/Gollem_detailbagijn_zpse75d06df.jpg.html][IMG]http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g119/warwickhunt/Gollem_detailbagijn_zpse75d06df.jpg[/IMG][/URL] #114 be my precious now!
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    Nothing... (IMHO) was any good! [size=4] [/size]
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    I'll try but I can tell you it is 'low'! I'm pretty good at setting up my own basses and this would be considered a low action by just about anyone.
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    Cheers for the input folks. I've bought and sold *cough* a 'few' times and I've almost always done it through a direct bank transfer BUT it has always been with folk who are either well established or at least in this country and with some form of feedback. This one is a little different as it is a complete newbie who lives in the States and I'm always wary of anything 'International'.
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    Not sure if this is 'off-topic' material but seems best place! I have a guy interested in buying a bass from me; he has registered on BC in order to contact me re. the purchase. However... how do I accept payment from him in the 'safest' manner, for me. I say 'for me' because I am talking about my specific circumstances and I know that I will send the bass as and when it is successfully paid for, so I don't need to consider different scenarios i.e. whether it is best for the buyer. There is paypal but I've had experiences with them that have soured my view of them and their practices; added to which there are fees and the money could potentially be claimed back (IIRC). He has offered to do an International wire transfer but I have no idea who he is and could sending someone my bank details jeopardise my account security? I'd appreciate any constructive views re. how to do this in the safest manner possible. Cheers.
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    [URL=http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/IMG_2971_zpsb01465e2.jpg.html][IMG]http://i54.photobucket.com/albums/g119/warwickhunt/IMG_2971_zpsb01465e2.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Just a cheapy that cost me £50 (used) which includes a nice padded carry bag. You can turn the snares on and off for a bit of variety. Plenty of youtube tutorials so I'm in at the deep end at a gig in a couple of weeks so we'll see how it fairs.
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    I've always fancied playing a bit of drums/percussion and with me now playing in a little acoustic set-up ('lightly' amplified acoustic bass/guitars), this seemed the ideal first step; slip between bass and cajon... anyone else dabbled with a bit of cajon playing?
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    The serial number is 39512 and IIRC I was informed that it was a 93 bass.
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    This is a 'really' nice example of the early Sterling. The bass was originally fretted then the fingerboard was planed off and replaced with an ebony fretless (you can still see a very thin veneer of the original board between the maple neck and the ebony) by Martin @ The Bass Gallery... then it was fretted again... then finally defretted again! Considering it's age there are really no dings or dinks to mention, when photographing it with flash I did catch sight of one or two tiny indentations on the back of the body but these can barely be felt never mind seen. A few scratches on the neck plate (see the pics) but nothing to lose sleep over. The neck is absolutely lush and if my Roadworn Jazz sells before this bass I'll be keeping it and getting it fretted up again... purely for how good the neck feels and plays. The bridge is the early larger unit (serial number stamped into the base) mute screws are in place but the (replaceable) bent bits of tin with the foam on are not here, however they can be found on ebay easy and cheap enough. No problems with the electrics or pup etc and no scratchy pots or dicky sockets. Oh and it is light...8lb 15oz [url="http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/IMG_2960_zpsa789014d.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/IMG_2963_zps2a521dd0.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/IMG_2967_zps2cb0b19b.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/IMG_2970_zps038bd867.jpg.html"][/url] I know there are a few cheaper Sterlings for sale on the forum at the moment but this really is a lovely example and I'm not prepared to give it away.
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    [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]Model AE212 specifications:[/color][color=#000000] [/color][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color][list] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•2 x 12" Custom Neodymium drivers with 7 oz magnets[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•high intelligibility 1" tweeter[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•custom phase - coherent crossover with tweeter level control[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•power handling - 600 watts rms[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•frequency response: 40hz - 15khz[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•sensitivity: 103 db @ 1 Watt/1 meter[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•2 x 1/4" and 2 x neutrik connectors[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•impedance: 4ohms[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•dimensions: 31"H x 18-1/2"W x 15"D[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•78cm x 47cm x 38cm[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [*] [color=#FFFFFF][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif][size=2][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]•weight: 55lbs/25 Kgs[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][/color] [/list] [size=4][url="http://s54.photobucket.com/user/warwickhunt/media/Berg_zps56699688.jpg.html"][/url][/size] [size=4]I[/size][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif][size=4]n excellent condition, with possibly a few small scuffs on the bottom where it has been stood on the ground whilst lifted into/out of the car (always transported by me never in a van etc.). [/size][/font] [font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif][size=4]The only interest that I am likely to have by way of trade is for a pair of Aquilar DB12's, which is what I had before this cab. I can't let the cab go until I have found replacements or at least know that I have cabs incoming.[/size][/font]
  21. warwickhunt
    That's a daft low price... I have one for sale and I'm wanting £200 more (and not budging on price) so yours is a bargain! [size=4] [/size]
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    [quote name='JazzBassfreak' timestamp='1383246170' post='2262150'] Beautiful bass mate. Just wondering where you based? [/quote] Blyth, Northumberland.
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    [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1383240168' post='2262042'] Any trades interest you, lah? [/quote] [color=#282828][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Though I am not keen to take a part-ex, I will so long as it is priced such that I can sell it on here straightaway for whatever price you value it at. [/font][/color]
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    I think the cost of a 'new' German made Warwick will probably mean that the list of respondents is quite short.
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    On ebay you have to pay back full amount that they paid you (inc postage) but the buyer will need to pay to send the item back to you.
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