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[quote name='wateroftyne' post='719' date='May 17 2007, 07:56 PM']Hi folks Postman Pat knocked on the door yesterday, and delivered my new Fretless Franklin P. [url="http://www.jollybeggars.co.uk/bass"]More photos here...[/url] I have a '71 fretless P that I love dearly but, although I have no desire to follow in Jaco's footsteps, I've been GASsing for a Franklin for a while to give me the option of dialling in a J pickup. It's a nice medium weight, the ebony fretboard is lovely, the 'burst is vibrant, it balances well, acoustically it sounds vibrant and lively. I put on the D'addario half-wounds off my '71, and, thanks to the ebony board, they sound like new strings. Unfortunately, I don't have a gig for a couple of days so I can't say at this time wether it hits the spot in a band mix compared to my '71 but, through my practice rig, it sounds fantastic. The J pup on its' own is very Jaco - it's a sound I'm unlikely to use. The P pup on it's own sounds massive... lots of growl and mwah. I suspect it has more than my '71. Both pups, as you would expect, the best of both worlds. Apparently the pickups are buffered so you can switch between the combinations without significant change in volume. This cetainly seems to be the case. As for the down side... well, it's all down to preference. I'm used to clubby early 70's necks. The neck on the Franklin is very wide and narrow. It's almost identical to the Elite Precision I used to have, which didn't lend itself to 'digging in'. I find myself backing off when I play the Franklin, too - It could well be that I just need to adjust. We'll see. Another thing which was entirely expected: It's new. I know, I'm weird. You're all laughing at me now. The thing is, it's very shiny and I'm overly worried about dinging it, which is rare for me. Usually I buy basses that have already have a few bumps'n'scratches and a worn-in vibe. The headstock is very pale, too. I wish Fender would give them a little bit of colour. Obviously, this is just personal preference. Also, another preference thing is the drop-D tuner thingy. I doubt I'll ever use it and I'll probably swap it for a 'normal' one. [b]UPDATE[/b] Since I did this review, I let this bass go. A little silly with the benefit of hindsight, but there you go. Basically, I finally found the tone I wanted using my '71, so the TF was surplus to requirements. Even so, I strongly recommend checking these out if you're after a traditional-looking fretless. [url="http://www.jollybeggars.co.uk/bass"]More photos here...[/url][/quote] Hi Great review. Ive had my eyes on this bass. Looks beautiful. Do you have any recommendations on reputable dealers who stock this bass.. Deaky

Hi guys, Just a quick question bout the above pedal. Ive been doing some research on this pedal on good old youtube but its mostly all demos of electric guitars using the pedal. Is this pedal for bassists too or just guitar players?? Also does anyone have this pedal who would be able to give me an honest opinion on it.. Cheers Deaky

[quote name='machinehead' post='499263' date='May 27 2009, 08:28 PM']My American deluxe jazz has a smaller body than a standard jazz which I much prefer. It is active only. The general quality is very high and it's a sturdy workhorse of a bass. Frank[/quote] I have the American Deluxe Pbass and its a beautiful instrument. Great range of tones and silky smooth to play. Flung on a set of Thomastik Infield flats when I got it - - heaven Deaky

Hi I cant seem to download them for some reason... D

Hi there Do you have any photos? Deaky

[quote name='Delberthot' post='488337' date='May 14 2009, 10:58 PM']Have to admit that he's my all time favourite bass player. I'd absolutely love to meet him and chat to him and buy the red precision that he used on the 'One vision' video. Queen and Paul Rogers? There aint no Queen without the Deacy[/quote] Ill second that. I would pay good money just to say Brian, Roger and John do a concert together. Deaky!!

[quote name='symcbass' post='478234' date='May 3 2009, 02:35 PM']Hi Deaky, Still got the Kay? Definately interested. I'm in Glasgow, am I far away from you?[/quote] Hi Mate, Yep I've still got it. Nah your not far at all. Im in Falkirk. Are you interested in viewing it? Deaky

[quote name='chrkelly' post='475976' date='Apr 30 2009, 01:39 PM']Cheers Jake, Sounds good, I just need to try as many as possible at the mo. I'll pm you soon to arrange a play.[/quote] Hi there, I currently have a 1950s Kay Double Bass which I am trying to sell. Its 3/4 size, no C extension but its in great condition for its age. Its got Spirocore strings on it at the moment. Follow the link for pics [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=44805"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=44805[/url] PM if your interested. I am from Central Scotland. Deaky

[quote name='bassace' post='455189' date='Apr 6 2009, 10:01 AM']I should think a Kay would sell quite easily.[/quote] Hi Scotmus, Follow the link for photos. PM me if youre interested... [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=44805"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=44805[/url] Deaky

Hi mate, I am currently trying to sell a 1950s Kay Double Bass. If you want a look click on the link below. PM me if your interested mate. [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=44805"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=44805[/url] Cheers Deaky

Hi all, I am the owner of a Kay double bass. I am looking to sell it but unsure of how to go about this. I am also unsure on how much to sell it for. Its a Kay bass model M-1W, Ser# 24005. Its in fairly good condition. I used it mostly to play in amateur orchestras. I dont play it now so I would like to sell it to someone who will look after it. Appreciate any info you can give me. Thanks Deaky