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I have tried them all. Best solution, in my view, and it's not close, is the JamOrigin MIDI Guitar / MIDI Bass Solution WITH a hexaphonic pick up (it works well without, too, but if you are doing chordal work the hexaphonic makes an enormous difference). If you want something to be used without a laptop, a GK-3B + GR-20 will do. All that said, I do not think it is entirely true to say that pitch to midi is a complete non-starter. But you do have to play differently – for example, if you are playing a bass synth line with a fast attack sound, then you'd be advised to play that one (or even two, if possible) octaves up. it's a world of trade offs. It can work, but you need to be aware that it is a different animal. Here is an example from a few months ago, with the much worse MIDI Guitar 2.
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Holy cow... seriously considering this – just worried that I'd reinforce an already dangerous precedent, as this wouldn't even be the first bass I buy from you! -
Ah, just some little rubber feet I had for a shelf. One sure fire way to avoid digging into the wood with my fingernail!
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Oh, wow, the 1306 series is incredible. Here is mine, with the sandwich body, which actually now has coil splittable EMG TWX pick ups.
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Would love to find the right 305E—not a fan of the EB matte finish.
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The 300 range has no business being such a good deal. It’s honestly incredible. I am not a huge fan of the nordies on their own, but I think I have understood that the key with them is to do some surgical cutting when needed. They are a quality product. US Barts are an acquired taste, but they record so well.
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I am mostly in agreement. I would say that the difference is a night and day difference if you know exactly what to look for. In terms of craftsmanship and finishing, I don’t think that they are really comparable. Now, whether that matters tone wise is an entirely different question. In terms of playing, my favourite bass is a Premium (after a fret levelling job), and I do think it is an exceptional instrument. however, while the Japanese Prestiges I have are not without their quirks, but out of the box they are the better instruments and the woods and finish are truly top notch—same level as Yamaha Japan or ESP Japan. In both cases you would get an extremely reliable, robust, and well-designed instrument. Either, IMO, would be far better made than US Fender (or even music man in my experience), and if there is anything to fix it will normally be the things that you have to fix anyways (a fret level etc).
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Very late to this. It is a known issue on a previous generation of SR premium models and generally resolved with using the stock strings—which you are using. It’s normally only an issue on the B and E. If that does not sort it, and the but is cut properly, the one solution is to physically move the saddle. Not great, but fixable.
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Might app Might apply more to older TRBs as they really were ubiquitous. Then again, I don't have anything more than anecdotal evidence.
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I bought a TRB1006J and it has become pretty much my go-to bass. I also have several Japanese Soundgears and I think the quality is up there. The Yamaha's wide neck and flat (40") radius is amazing—I think there is a reason why they are an industry standard!
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EMG40DC sold. -
So, I have two sets of EMGs that I need to get out. I have just bought a new, different set and so I can dispose of theses. Both will come with their wiring (unless I am mistaken, in which case I'll drop the price accordingly). I'll throw in the shipping to the UK (possibly EU as well). 140 for the TW 100 for the DC 220 if you take both and you make me save the shipping money! Pics on request and all that jazz.
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Ibanez 1991 SR1000PN - Purple Flipflop Neon! *TRADE ADDED* - *SOLD*
biro replied to cetera's topic in Basses For Sale
Incredible. I have too many early soundgears to even consider it, but I will consider it, against my better judgement! -
Your best (and worst!) bass gear purchases of 2024?
biro replied to Al Krow's topic in General Discussion
I finally caved and bought a TRB1006J. I had tried them before, but for some reason never gelled with them. For whatever reason, this is just fantastic—the tone I've been after for a while. -
I have the satinwood version and it’s my favourite bass of all time. Great acquisition!
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Lord give me strength. Stunning, I had the six string version and it was stellar. If I didn't have a 5005 already I'd be all over it. -
Endearing bass and great playing! -
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Looking good! May I ask you where you sourced the piezo bridge? Thanks!
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I sold @Clarky a Jazz Bass I am very fond of in the easiest of transactions. Excellent communications and experience. 10/10 would do it again.
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Hi All, I am considering selling this wonderful specimen. It is probably the best sounding traditional Jazz Bass I've played and I would keep it, but I have another with EMGs that I cannot part with and suits me better anyways. So I am putting it up for sale. Comes with case and tools. Bought from @Lozz196 of this parish, who is a top notch bloke. The bass looks immaculate to me. OHSC included. Here's the lay of the land: Coolest colour scheme ever; CS 60 pick ups; Quite light, I'd say 4kg or possibly below that; Ridiculously low action and new-ish strings; Priced to sell, and the price does include shipping; Absolutely no trades (I beg of you, I am weak); You are welcome to try it in North London. I already withdrew it once as I had come to my senses. However, I must silence the senses as I am buying a flat (and possibly a P bass). Please buy it and spare me from the colossal hassle that is Reverb. -
Thanks guys, this is very useful! It is exactly how it has been put—I thought I was going insane, as I had a very distinct memory of piezo bridges of dubious origin being readily available on eBay for decent prices. Not anymore, it appears. Well, I will hunt around or take a look at the Graphtec offerings...
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Assume I am a heathen and I want to put a piezo bridge on a my Jazz Bass. Where do I even start? I remember that, a decade ago or so, it was quite easy to find spare piezo bridges. At the moment, it seems you can only go Graphtech, which I am sure are great, but a bit impractical in terms of accessibility. Is there anything in EU / UK, cheap and cheerful preferred? 4 and 5 string options would be great. (BTW, I have discovered that individual, monorail style ones might be an idea for my Ibanez basses since they are available from the manufacturer, but I don't need piezo on those.) Thanks!
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Okay guys. As I said, I am weak. You have me convinced. I will keep it for the moment. With apologies, WITHDRAWN!
