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    The obvious stuff... Refinished years ago from red to black (serial number sticker in the neck pocket shows original red paint), paint work is appropriately scuffed, dinged and not immaculate. Presently fitted with a Badass bridge; there is an old bridge here that will come with the bass (as it came to me) but I can not swear it is the original bridge to this bass. Nut is a well fitted brass replacement. Pup is a Seymour Duncan replacement but it is passive so no extra routing etc. Scratchplate is not original. It looks like one of the nurbs is original, the other not and I'd not think that the pots are original... mainly because there's no horrible crackle (who wants old pots any way?). Straplocks fitted - I'll supply the strap fittings or I can fit good quality replacements ('might' even be able to source some 70's ones off the Bassdoc). As they say... other than that it is ALL original! LOL The neck/headstock serial number and the body (neck pocket) sticker match, no issues on that front. The neck/fingerboard has a 'little' of the usual discolouration on the very edge of fingerboard but it isn't bad at all, I've seen plenty maple boards that are WAY worse than this. It is set up really nicely with brand new fresh strings on and sounds very healthy. Overall the bass is really nice and has all the late 70's vibe that you'd expect... inc' the fact it is 10 3/4lb in weight (proof it is genuine )! Perfect for that 'Stranglers' or 'The Jam' tribute! I'll include a case but it will be ratty and only fit to keep it safe in (a) transit but if you are collecting from me and making it easier, I'll include a far nicer tweed style case! If I've missed anything I can only apologise and I'm happy to answer any questions. The absolute only trades I'd be interested in would be an early Warwick Streamer or a newer Sandberg VS / VT P bass (ideally black but open to talk). Obviously the price reflects the non original parts and refinish. Based in the North East but happy to talk about meeting up or courier.
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    Underhand and sadly unnecessary I'd have thought! One way to view it is that were you around and they'd asked you to change the band direction, what would you have done? You'd likely have walked which would put you where you are now (but without the feeling of betrayal). As has been suggested, approach the singer pointing out that you are going to resurrect the original idea and tbh the ground work has been done, so it could be she jumps at the chance!
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    A traditional Irish bar... in Scotland... please tell me you were playing all Welsh band's material!
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    Tomorrow night (Friday 30th) in Darlo!
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    Can you not just use the Zoom as your mute/tuner?
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    At this quality level it begs the question; what did you settle on? GLWTS
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    That's the man! Great lad and a cracking player.
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    This is why I still do it. I was going to say 'despite being 62 years going round our sun' but my age has nothing to do with it. AQOzzp_MbGHfoAfMTQA1oiNsW-zwmZT5u24bHPuASSIQATZ39KIoRCU9CEJAPvAOx7yQKG27BpFrfK2z5luGATub.mp4
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    Glastonbudget for INXS (UK) yesterday; cracking gig and I'd highly recommend it. AQOzzp_MbGHfoAfMTQA1oiNsW-zwmZT5u24bHPuASSIQATZ39KIoRCU9CEJAPvAOx7yQKG27BpFrfK2z5luGATub.mp4
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    It has been a consideration at various times in my life; it was my sole income for 4 years of my later life when I went to university as a mature student but I'm lucky that at this point in my life I am playing music for 'me'!
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    Yep, playing music with others to receptive audiences is what it is about for me! I hated the Covid period because I couldn't create music (even covers) with others. I've also stopped doing gigs where it is 'paid rehearsals', I'm less/not bothered about financial gain as I am to how much I've enjoyed the gig/reception.
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    I use one with no hassle; if all of the cable are coming from the back just be sure to place 2 of the 3 legs at the back.
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    A music stand with the top angled almost flat to take the desk; get one like this and you can even feed the cables through the holes.
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    Tuner / machine-head talk... Just taken delivery of a used Electra (I have 2 full fat Cali basses) and it really is great BUT I can just feel a headstock imbalance and I'd like to fit lighter tuners. I 'think' that 3/4" tuners fit but I'm undecided as to whether to search for a set of German Cali tuners or to source Hipshots (or similar). I've read through this thread and there's lots of talk about the probs of finding suitable drop tuners but has anyone much experience with replacing full sets on an Electra?
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    The amount of work in that! I take it that big slab of wood = a chunky weight?
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    I've got a couple of them already but it's black one I'm after as I have a black 79 P bass specifically for one project... and it's a bit of a lump.
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    Nice. I'm looking for a black P bass type bass to take over from a 79 P bass and this would certainly be easy on the shoulder in comparison... maybe it's time to use my supporting member status and actually sell it! LOL
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    I think the P1 which looks to have all of the PE100 features which you manipulate via a mobile device but with the added bonus you can bluetooth music to it and jam along in silence.
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    I have 4 Sandbergs and just sold a Lionel... 7.5lb isn't that remarkable, I have a fretless Lionel that is just over 7lb.
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    If the brand continues never mind pre-CBS, we'll have Hiscox cases pre-TFT (TrumpF*ckinTariffs)
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    My case of choice... anyone want to sell me theirs?
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    19:30 start for us on Sunday
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    Just bought a very nice shortie Sterling Ray from Ash. Exactly as described and promptly dispatched etc. Highly recommended. Cheers Ash
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    I'm in Belgium and would like to know what are my options in claiming warranty for a second hand bass (made in UK) What is the situation in UK regarding warranty on second hand products? The bass was made in 2024. I got a bass in a trade. I noticed a problem with the sound/volume balance when trying it out but i thought it could be solved with a setup or string change. The previous owner played with a compressor so according to him didn't notice the problem. -------------------------- I'd surmise from the above that the buyer is in EU, bought from a private individual. It isn't clear if the seller was in EU or UK but I'm not sure it is relevant. The OP seems to want to claim against the manufacturer which 'likely' puts the onus on the buyer to prove the item design/manufacture isn't fit for purpose... I'd guess buying and fitting a new pup is cheaper. Of course the OP could ask the seller to take it back but I'm guessing that isn't an option, especially as we are talking about the sale of a used item between private individuals. Personally I think the OP might end up putting a lot of time, effort and maybe even money into 'trying' to resolve this. It's a bitter pill but if OP and seller can't resolve it, I'd just be putting efforts into sorting the bass. Saying that we don't know if this is a £200 or £20k bass.
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    Sadly I'd guess you are likely quoting just about the only exceptions to the rule. Car manufacturers and 'some' retailers can offer transferrable warranties but they are almost certainly mentioned in the small print/T&Cs. A quick search of consumer rights UK (and remember the OP is not in the UK, so post Brexit goodness knows how that pans out) inc .GOV shows that other than the original purchaser of an item, there isn't an automatic right to a warranty unless outlined in any receipt/paperwork; which I'm sure the OP will have cited if it was there. I'm going off gut feeling rather than absolute knowledge but I have never in 44 years of owning basses seen mention of transferrable warranties on instruments. You might get a small boutique builder who offers to remedy issues for an undefined time on an instrument but off the shelf names I have never known. That does lead us to the point many are wondering; what is the bass? It could be that the bass builder is a member of BC and/or is aware of the number of users and 'might' want to remedy this. If it turns out to be one of the big names then proving it is a manufacturing or design fault is going to be nigh impossible and most certainly expensive.
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