malbass

Thanks for the advice, the bass is now flat on its back - the sound post doesn't appear to have moved. Guess I need to start looking for a luthier!

Well that didn't quite go to plan, just popped up : [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2986.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2986.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Guess the higher tension of the new strings was too much and the tail piece wire has snapped Any tips on where to get a new wire? The first gig on this bass is planned for 4 weeks time, hope I can get it sorted in time!!

Thanks again for all the advice, have spent a bit of time on this morning and think I've got it sorted. The soft pencil in the bridge grooves seems to have helped a lot and by applying a bit more downward pressure than I was using previously have got the stings in tune and the bridge feet flat on the bass top. I've checked the bridge with a straight edge and it does seem to have quite an upwards curve on it so probably a little bit warped. I'm not really inclined to spend much money getting a replacement though, it was only a cheap bass and as the bridge has been fine for the past six months. I think I'll keep the money and start saving for a better bass!! Following some of the advice above I had a look on youtube and found this clip which really helped to show how to move the bridge back to the right position: [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiN4VrEzYW0&feature=player_detailpage[/media]

Some great advice here, thanks a lot! Have just been out on my lunch break and bought a soft pencil so will give that a go and report back how I get on.

Wondering if anyone can give me any advice regarding a problem I'm having when changing the strings on my double bass. I've had the bass about six months - its an Antoni that was picked up cheaply from eBay - my first foray into the work of double bass. Six months later and I'm well and truly hooked so thought it was probably time to try making some improvements, starting with replacing the stock strings that came on the bass. I picked up a set of Spriocore Mediums from the classifieds on here and cracked on with my first go at changing double bass strings. I've had the bass on its back and changed one string at a time to keep some tension on the bridge. But now when I tune back up the bridge is starting to move and tilt up towards the neck - something it didn't do with the old strings. Have taken some photos to show the problem. Can anyone tell me if I'm doing something wrong or give any tips of how I can get the bridge to stay in its correct position whilst tightening the strings? Or is this a more serious issue with the bridge? Bridge profile: [url="http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2940.jpg.html"][/url] Top of Bridge: [url="http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2942.jpg.html"][/url] Bottom of Bridge: [url="http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2941.jpg.html"][/url]

Great review, have been looking at these over the past few days so this is just what I needed - have now sent them an email

Well that went for more than I was hoping!! :-)

Had a couple of requests for more photos so here you go: [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2557.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2557.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2558.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2558.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2559.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2559.jpg[/IMG][/URL] 65 watchers on eBay at the moment - never thought it would be that interesting!!

So I've decided that this probably isn't the bass for me at the moment. Had a couple of enquiries about selling this but I've no idea of the value. I've stuck it on ebay with no reserve so I guess we'll let the market decide how much its worth! http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111088750445

Guys, thanks for the input so far. Kind of confirming my suspicions about whether it would be worth it and having read StingrayPete's thread about his Gedo bass I'm thinking that might be the way forward. Typing on my phone right now so will post more tomorrow. Cheers Mal

Always been keen to get into playing double bass so when I was offered this old thing I jumped at the chance but am now wondering if this is really going to be the best way to get into it. I have little to no knowledge on the matter so am looking for any advice on the following. I think its a ply wood bass, no idea of how old it is and from having a general poke around I think its got some serious problems. First up would the bridge - looks almost like it is the wrong size for the bass and someone has hacked off the feet in order to get the strings close to the fingerboard? Looking inside the f holes the bass bar (I think thats what its called??) has also come away from the front of the body - it also has two sound posts, thats not right is it? So my question would be - do we think its worth the hassle of getting this old beater taken to a luthier and paying what I'm guessing will be a substantial amount of money to get it fixed up?? Or would I be better scrapping this one, and saving my money for something in better condition? [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2519.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2519.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2520.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2520.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2528.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2528.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2521.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2521.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2529.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2529.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2527.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2527.jpg[/IMG][/URL] [URL=http://s400.photobucket.com/user/malw_2008/media/IMG_2525.jpg.html][IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/IMG_2525.jpg[/IMG][/URL]

Ooh, will have to listen to this later on. Picked up Jose James new album last week which is also produced by Mr Palladino - its sublime, very funky but laid back at the same time.

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1357761321' post='1928070'] Several weeks ago I offered to pass on Howard's number to concerned Basschatters. In that time only two people have asked. It would seem that some people would rather diss him on here, even though he won't read it himself. Not impressed. The guy offers excellent work at mates-rates prices. He has hundreds of satisfied customers but as soon as he experiences a few logistical problems people start sticking the knife in. Unbelievable. [/quote] +1 Always had great service from Howard.

Great tune for a Friday afternoon, top work!

[quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1351237347' post='1848962'] That was me BTW. Should read: [i]"Kevin does play a bit of bass but he confesses he has no great knowledge as it’s more of a hobby and so would prefer not to participate in an actual interview. Also, his filming schedule for Grand Designs is very hectic, which doesn’t allow him much time to do requests of this nature."[/i] [/quote] That's a shame, I'd be interested to hear a bit from him. Thanks for asking though!

Sold Manu a Sue Ryder P Bass body, great comms, no hassle, a smooth transaction. Thanks again!

Grabbed a couple of screen shots of said bass, any ideas on identification? [IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/km_front.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/km_back1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i400.photobucket.com/albums/pp86/malw_2008/km_back.jpg[/IMG]

Just been watching Kevin McCloud's Man Made Home. Not only is the shed that's he's made awesome but also spotted him sitting on the porch plonking away on a nice looking acoustic bass. Did anyone else see this? Wondering what kind of bass it was?

One of my favourites from my old band, you'll have to forgive the false start! [media]http://youtu.be/-LNsnEuqU40[/media]

Sold Pete a book this week, a pleasure to deal with - prompt payment and good comms. Thanks again Pete!