Happypants

I've gone through a few basses recently trying out different things and my favourite is a Warwick Streamer LX German Pro Series. Lightweight, slim neck, PJ, comfortable, pretty and sounds mega. If forced to slim down the herd I would start with that as my keeper.

Bought a bass from Jamie in an easy, hassle-free transaction. Timely comms and as described in mint condition. Would happily recommend and buy from again. Top banana!

Flats now moved to my new one and rounds back on. Red silks both ends no idea what they are but now £400 and will chuck in a basic unbranded gig bag if needed. Have packaging materials to post. 

I think the last two photos (of the neck pocket) are the most realistic colour representations. With the caveat that I’m colour blind so really not the best person to answer that!

I will try and take some better photos. I would go by what Google has to offer but it’s more like (taken from a previous Rich Tone sale, same model but not this exact bass):

And here’s a pic of it wearing a mint green pickguard (not included) which I rather liked:

Duplicate in error.

Squier Classic Vibe 60s Precision - Fiesta Red - 2010

Fantastic condition. Lovely dark rosewood board. I'm being critical: there's one tiny, tiny compression mark in lacquer to back body near the strap button. Two indentations on back which haven't broken paint which look to me like finish flaws rather than dings. Very minor scrape to headstock. Should all be shown in photos.

Pots were a little scratchy but I've sprayed with contact cleaner and are now fine.

I'm replacing with ... the same, but in Olympic white.

Currently strung with relatively new Thomastik-Infield Jazz flats JF344. 

Currently has Dunlop strap locks but originals included.

Ideally looking for collection from Orpington BR6 or meet up within reasonable distance. Can potentially post at buyers cost and risk but currently all out of packing materials so would need to source some more first.

£430 as is or £400 if I keep the flats and I'll put some rounds on (took them off the bass when I got it but no idea what they are).

Specs: 

Body: Basswood

Neck: Maple, Modern "C" Shape, (Gloss Polyester Finish)

Fingerboard: Rosewood, 9.5" Radius (241 mm)

No. of Frets: 20 Vintage Style Frets

Pickups: 1 Custom Precision Bass Split Single-Coil Pickup with AlNiCo 5 Magnets

Controls: Volume, Tone

Bridge: 4-Saddle HiMass Bridge

Machine Heads: Open Gear Tuning Machines

Hardware : Chrome

Pickguard :

-3-Ply Tortoise Shell on (540) Fiesta Red

Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)

Width at Nut: 1.65" (42 mm)

Unique Features:

-Vintage Styling,

-Tinted Neck,

-Knurled Chrome Dome Control Knobs,

-Gold Squier Logo,

-Thumbrest,

-Synthetic Bone Nut,

-Brass Saddles on Fiesta Red Only.

9 hours ago, BassApprentice said:

That video is....not great.

 

Very generic and doesn't exactly sell the bass

 

Yarp, but you do get to see them in a bit more detail and they look lovely. Shame the rest of the video is useless. 

10 minutes ago, Ander87 said:

Don't hold it against me eh Jason? It doesn't count if it's to move to another Stingray Special  

I’m doing the sums but wrong time for me bass numbers and money wise. Beautiful though and I’m sure it won’t hang about. 

😲

8 hours ago, Rich77 said:

Did you pick up the fender flea active?

how do they compare 

Picked up yesterday so not had long with it. For reference I'm a relative beginner so these are just my thoughts rather than anything you should base any decision upon. Whilst I like Flea's playing and some of the RHCP back catalogue, I'm not especially fussed either way on artist signature basses for the sake of them being a signature instrument. 

The necks are similar, the Fender feels marginally more comfortable but I'm not sure if that's psychological as I know the specs or due to the width and radius difference. Aside from its looks, I picked up the Sterling as I wanted the versatility of the different pickup combinations and the option of a thumb rest near the neck but I found myself defaulting to the bridge pickup both for sound and thumb placement. If I only had one bass the versatility would be great but I find I pick this up when I want the stingray sound and therefore only really use that one position. There's a tonal difference in the treble, hard to describe but the Sterling is more piercing/abrasive than the Fender, that's probably the wrong word as its not better or worse, just different. Could also be down to different strings, Sterling has Sunbeams and the Fender GHS Boomers. Aesthetically I love both but I'm really digging the minimalist look of single pickup, no pick guard and three knobs with the satin shell pink finish. I'm also not aware of any other Fenders with a single Humbucker which I like as it's something a bit different, although I appreciate ultimately it's a stingray clone.

So in summary, they are very similar for my purposes but too similar tonally for me to keep both. I'm favouring the Fender, probably mainly for looks because I'm shallow, although literally just picked it up so still in the honeymoon period. 

12 hours ago, horrorshowbass said:

Active so much better!

Enjoy, would love to try one, despite the meaty neck

 

Well you’re a way away but welcome to come and test out the fleet if ever passing Orpington!

1 minute ago, horrorshowbass said:

Thats so nice, seriously tempted.

Where did you get the flea bass BTW?

In the market for one too

thanks 

Michael 

Aye, it’s a beauty. The neck grain is particularly nice and the pearl finish is lovely; very subtle and doesn’t really come across in the photos. 
 

Flea second hand from eBay. Looked at getting one a while back but held off. Was actually looking for the passive road worn one but stumbled across the active, chap was close to me and was in as new condition. Seriously punchy!

Sterling by Music Man Ray34HH. Pearl white, roasted maple.

10lbs3oz / 4.6kg (on my scales).

Excellent condition. Only things to note are some pick marks on scratch guard, paint finish by pickup selector switch isn't great and two very minor and small indentations (can barely be seen or felt) on back of neck behind 4th fret. There's a small "graze" by 7th fret dot marker on the neck (not fingerboard).

Bought from this fine parish from @dub_junkie, original advert below. Originally purchased from Bass Direct https://bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Ray_34_HH_White.html

Can't help buying these. This is my third but have just picked up a Flea active bass, they cover similar territory and I like that more.

I've had this setup at Planet Guitar in Orpington with new DR Sunbeams 45-105 including a part fret level and dress on a couple of high frets. 

Up here for a couple of weeks before its goes off for a commission sale. After £700, which is what I paid for it plus some towards the new strings and setup.

Can ship at buyers cost and risk but would much prefer to handover in person and happy to drive up to an hour from Orpington. Can also get it to Hendon NW4 if that's any better.

Specs:

Body: Mahogany

Models: Pearl White (PWH)

Bridge: Sterling by Music Man Designed Bridge

Pickguard: Black

Scale length: 34” (86.4cm)

Neck Radius: 9.5” (24cm)

Frets: 21 Frets, Medium

Nut width: 1.69” (43mm) at nut

Neck: Roasted Hard Maple

Fingerboard: Roasted Hard Maple (PWH)

Face markers: Black/White Dot Markers

Tuning Machines: Open Gear

Truss Rod: Single Action

Neck Attachment: 6 Bolts

Controls: 3-band Active Preamp

Switching: 5-way Toggle Pickup Selector

Pickups: HH - 2 Alnico Humbuckers

Strings: Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky

Gig Bag: Deluxe Sterling by Music Man Bag

Weight: 10lb 3oz/4.6kg

Includes original gig bag. 

21 hours ago, Ander87 said:
 

BTW, having had the last generation for both I can say the Sterling ray34 neck feels chunkier and ‘digs’ into the phalanges more than the MM SR Special. 

I’m on my third Ray34 now. Build quality and finish excellent between the three. I absolutely love the look. I absolutely love the sound … but when other people play them. I’m really not sure what it is but something missing and means I never properly bond with them. Possibly the chunkier neck than I’m used to? But that has nothing to do with sound? I’ve deliberately stayed away from a USA Stingray\Sterling, cost notwithstanding, but it’s only a matter of time, especially as you say the Ray34 neck is chunkier.

Last call before it goes off for a commission sale. £370 collected.

3 hours ago, Velarian said:

When BackBeat 2 was announced last year I paid the initial $10 payment. Since then I've decided I don't want to buy the unit but I keep getting email "Invoices" for the remaining payment. I'm not bothered about the $10 but don't really want to incur any further expense. 

 

Does anyone know if the initial downpayment amounts to a contractual obligation and I'll end up having to pay the full amount or can I just ignore the payment requests now?

I contacted their online web chat support to cancel my order which I had paid for in full and was refunded immediately, including the deposit (in two transactions). 

@Ander87 Let me know when you're selling one of these! Both stunning. Any time I go off the rails bass purchase wise, it's bass heroes like you and @AndyTravis that put it all in perspective 😂

Obviously personal tolerance but I have the Magellan 350 and the fan is barely noticeable in my small practice room. Also like the way it mounts to the BA10-2 cab. It’s eliminated my Amp GAS although complete overkill for my needs. 
 

I’ve previously had an Ashdown RM800 which was also quiet, Markbass CMD121P which was slightly louder and a TE Elf which was too loud. 

Sold a bass to Danny in a simple, hassle-free transaction. Prompt payment and comms, no dramas. Enjoy!

On hold, pending the usual, thanks all.

I thought you had a self imposed ban from here?! 😉

Looks lovely, good luck with the sale. 
 

I bought this from @CJPJ September 2020, original advert linked below.

I had it professionally setup when I got it and currently strung with TI jazz flats and Dunlop strap locks.

Overall in very good condition but there are some minor marks, most noticeably to the lower body edge (one larger finish chip and some smaller compression marks). I had grand intentions of drop filling the chip but it's not in a noticeable position when playing.

Comes with original hard case, case candy and tools. 2016/2017 model.

Looking for £780 which I what I paid plus a little towards the setup/strings. Not looking for any trades at the moment.

Happy to take further pictures if required.

Would prefer collection from Orpington BR6 but happy to drive a reasonable distance to meet (up to an hour). Can get it to my parents place in Hendon NW4 without too much bother. Will ship in UK at buyers cost and risk.

Specs:

Body Material:Alder

Body Finish:Gloss Polyurethane

Neck Material:Maple

Neck Finish:Gloss Urethane Front, Satin Urethane Back

Neck Shape:“Slim C”

Scale Length:34″ (864 mm)

Fingerboard Material:Maple or Rosewood

Fingerboard Radius:9.5″ (241 mm)

Frets:20

Fret Size:Narrow Tall

Nut:Material Bone

Nut Width:1.5″ (38.1 mm)

Position Inlays:Black Dot

Truss Rod:Standard Truss Rod

Nut:3/16″ Hex Adjustment

Pickups:V-Mod Single-Coil Jazz Bass

Controls:Volume 1. (Middle Pickup), Volume 2. (Bridge Pickup), Master Tone

Bridge:4-Saddle HiMass Vintage (String-Through-Body or Topload)

Hardware Finish:Nickel/Chrome

Tuning Machines:Fender Lightweight Vintage-Style Keys with Fluted Shafts

Case:Elite Molded Case

https://www.musicradar.com/reviews/fender-american-professional-jazz

https://guitar.com/review/bass/fender-american-pro-precision-bass/

Bought some strings from Isaac which arrived promptly and well packaged. Many thanks.