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[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1483005803' post='3204003'] I played 4 strings for years, mainly because I couldn't find a 5 I felt comfortable with. Then I found a Marleaux Consat Custom 5 and it became my main bass. Couple of years after that I found an unusually light Stingray 5 too. I sold most of my 4s at that point but I still have an Urge2 and a fretless 4 Status, but I never take them out. I usually get piano scores and I never know when that B string is needed, so it has to come with me. I'm now at the point where a 4 feels like there is something missing. I'm really picky about bass weights as my back is knackered, and I've had multiple hernias, but I hope to find another light 5 that suits. Lots of 5 strings seem to have about 48mm nut widths which is too wide for me. I will be keeping the Urge2 as it is the finest slap machine I've ever played, but the fretless might go. [/quote] I see some interesting directions when you get away from the 'stock' market. Lighter 5 strings made from selected woods, chambered, shorter scale too, 32 or 33". ACG are another route. I'm lucky (thus far). Some of my basses are over 10lbs and I seem to manage.

I've a couple of updates, my Micro-Thumpinator arrived today and I added it. I've bought a new power supply that is hopefully quieter than the old 'brick'. I've now got a flanger, a 36 yr old BF-2. It's sounding good at home, I'll see how it all stacks up Friday evening.

[quote name='silverfoxnik' timestamp='1485361269' post='3223391'] Is that the one I bought from you Peter? Great sounding basses IMHO..And some very clever passive electronic circuitry that does offer a wide range of useable tones. I always liked the placement of the neck pick up on the T40s as it gives a really natural, warm tone. I've had two before and stupidly sold both of them and this thread is underlining to me just how crazy I was to do that.. [/quote] Here's me admitting it was a 'bit tatty' to the buyer then Nik I think you knew that though, a fair price etc. It was a while ago. I would likely have ket a mint one. Definitely something special about them. I hope you're well Peter

There's one for sale on TB. Initially $245 and now open to offer. I wonder if he'll ship? They don't seem to hold a price Stateside.

They fair well as I remember. Articulate with a reasonable output.

I've owned many Yamaha TRB's. My 2nd bass was a Mk1 4 string and I've owned TRB4/5/6P's, Mk1's and Mk2's. I'd say that they rate well against the later models and I prefer the 34" scale of the Mk1 too. If you find a good one I'd say buy it. An itch left unscratched.....

I had one and it was a bit tatty so didn't stay. A nice one would be lovely but you need to be happy with the weight.

I had a Kingbass and found it just about unplayable. I've owned about 100 basses and it was the only bass that I couldn't play due to ergonomics. Other Status were much better. I know a bass builder who was underwhelmed by the reality of owning a Wal vs the dream. I'd not turn one away.

Prompt payment and great communication. Thanks Rory. Peter

[quote name='therealting' timestamp='1485102509' post='3221110'] Thanks for the input guys. I have quite a few basses and don't have cramp issues on the others (Dingwall Super P5, Dingwall Super J5, Sadowsky MV4, Fender 56 P, Fender 61 P, Yamaha TRB6, etc) even for long sets, and this one is set up really well - it's actually very easy to play, I just find it tiring for my hands. It's an SRFF806 and Dave Swift loves his so it's not a problematic bass, perhaps it just doesn't suit my particular digits. Shame ): [/quote] As you say, a neck issue, apologies for the sucking eggs above. Peter

[quote name='visog' timestamp='1485036197' post='3220697'] Nah... I'm a huge Yes fan and there are some great moments on on sides 1, 2, 3(2nd half) and 4 (start and end) but it's at least a whole side too long. See if wouldn't have been so bad if they hadn't proved that they could concentrate their prodigious ideas into a single album on the mighty CTtE and Relayer that book-ended Topographic. [/quote] CTtE - mightiest of all

[quote name='dmccombe7' timestamp='1485082878' post='3220918'] That's an impressive and expensive collection. Those ACG basses look fantastic. Alan isn't too far from me either and usually see him at the Bass Bash. Always helpful and always showing a great collection. I am also a fan of the early Warwicks and love that Thumb growl but they are a tad heavy. Nlthing compares to that combination of woods and electronics IMO. Nice and thanks for posting. Enjoyed it a lot. Dave [/quote] Cheers dave.

[quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1485083051' post='3220920'] Is that a Boss VF-1 on top of your amp? I used to lust after one of those! [/quote] It is indeedy, great unit.

I agree it won't help. It might be that you are applying unnecessary pressure with your fretting fingers? It's amazing how little force is actually needed. I find that the more I dig in with my plucking hand the greater the force I apply with the fretting hand. I've solved my own fretting discomfort issues by increasing my volume. I have to be more gentle with plucking and that transfers to my fretting hand. Of course this may not be the case with yourself

It is indeed an older GMR. I acquired it recently in a trade deal with my 91 NT Thumb 4, having finally left 4 strings behind, although I still own 2. The GMR has been a delightful surprise. I'm a great fan of older Warwicks so the use of Warwick hardware and the waxed bubinga are all pushing the right buttons. The body carving is absolutely lovely and it both balances well and sits on the knee perfectly. The neck and fretwork are top quality and make the bass very easy to play. The passive MECs can get some stick but these are like the active ones on my Thumb, growly and full of presence. It came with a passive VVT set up and seeing the potential for a keeper I fitted one of the new modular 4 knob John East Uni-pre modular pre-amps (I had to drill a hole in the bass ). This way I get full passive capability along with 3 EQ, sweepable mids, a passive tone that works in both active and passive AND a HP filter to get rid of those sub 40Hz driver threatening rumbles. The 40-118 Vapour Shield LaBellas also contribute to what is fast becoming a bass of legendary status for me anyway. I fitted a trussrod cover to the headstock as the open wound looked a bit odd to me. It's about a mm or 2 offset so that remains to annoy The MM5 is a 20th anniversary with the added tone block and the modified 3EQ. It's also a MM5 without the asymmetric scratch plate that is a bit of a love/hate thing. It's absolutely mint and plays/sounds lovely but its a very heavy and stunning beast. The custom ACG Finn is full Uber spec with multi coil pickups and the latest spec filter pre-amp. It's modelled on my love of things Warwick and is a bubinga wenge sandwich with a 7 piece wenge and bubinga neck. Words alone can't describe how articulate the bass sounds or the versatility of the pre-amp. It also has THE perfect neck and fretboard. Every time I play it I just think 'wow'. I think the 7 piece neck contributes greatly to a B string that feels just like an E string. I've worked with Alan on speccing a few basses and I was made well aware of how heavy this bass would be. I'm no a 'tone woods' man but I do think this bass has a real Warwick growl. Not a bass for a 3 hour gig stood up though The ACG J5 is simply a great J5. Light, playable and it looks good with a lovely birdseye maple fretboard. I know a few folk who covet this bass. I've recently fitted single coil Aaron Armstrong pups to replace the humbuckers and its got a more open tone that I was looking for. It has a John East U-Retro onboard. It's also fitted with a Roland V-Bass rig. I still have Rita my Sterling. She's a keeper now As well as my Gibson LP double cut. This has a visible neck repair where the fretboard was starting to separate at the far end so it's not a viable sale. It's also pretty immense sounding with the T'bird pups. My final two are a test bed ACG fretless 4 that's a prototype that Alan used to work on fretless setup and my special blonde headless; That's me Peter

[quote name='Kev' timestamp='1485019333' post='3220487'] Oof. [media]http://youtu.be/-EnrHGdw9kw[/media] [/quote] Very nice

My thumb rests on the string above the one I'm playing unless it's the B and then it rests on the bass/pickups. I mute with my thump and left hand.

The sheds in my garage which is a part of the house thankfully ) I used big FU screws and rawplugs. I'll keep an eye on them, any sign of movement and I'll think again.

[quote name='bassix' timestamp='1484996640' post='3220229'] Mike Watt comes across as totally mad but in the best possible way! [/quote] I didn't get the mad thing. Passion yes. He seems absolutely lovely.

Eric Clapton - Rarities Edition

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1484929935' post='3219833'] Nice. It's important for a man to have his own space... [/quote] Your post was fine as it was, no need to edit it It's all online nowadays I believe......