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Hi Graham.
I didnt have a chance last night, i got in from work at 10.30.
I'll do it today though. I have a free night 

This isnt a "hell audition" but we did laugh. A lot.
We were a fresh from school band. All of us between 18 - 20.
Quite well known on the "local scene".
Our set list was fairly heavy rock. Metallica, Free, RATM, Led Zep, Black Sabbath etc.
One of our guitarists was going to university so we were auditioning guitarists.
We had 3 or 4 people coming to a practice to audition.
We sent them all emails with 3 songs to learn, and aid if they had BVs or vocals it would be a massive bonus.
The songs were "Wishing well ", "Black dog" and "Enter Sandman".
So first guy turns up. Long hair, pointy dimebag guitar, Tight jeans, big boots, a amp and cab that was far too big. You get the picture.
Nice enough though, had a chat as he was setting up, got on fine. Looking good.
He tells us he can sing a bit, and would be happy to have a go with "Wishing Well".
Fair play to the man.
So he starts....
"You hear me , so clearly....."
He starts singing Wet Wet Wet's version of Wishing Well.
Brilliant. We were all crying laughing. The guy clearly felt a little embarrassed, but we couldn't stop. Too funny!
DID NOT SEE THAT COMING!!
 

Nothing other than saying "fairly light" 
Will weigh it later for you too

2 minutes ago, Pea Turgh said:

What’s the nut width please?

Will measure it for you later.
Feels slimmer than most Precisions i've played

I guess itd be about £40? I dont know Al. Send me a PM and i can get you a proper quote?

27 minutes ago, CameronJ said:

It's in my sig RCF HD32a. They ain't cheap, but I got a good deal from Northwing of this parish. Saying that, even the brand new price isn't any more than you'd realistically pay for a good quality amp head and cab.

Seems that it will go plenty loud enough if needed?!!? 

23 minutes ago, stingrayPete1977 said:

If the pa is vocals only then you wouldn't need much of a backline anyway. 

The PA is Vocals, Guitar and Keys.
 

5 minutes ago, CameronJ said:

I would be pretty confident in using my RCF as backline. I keep the level fairly low but it shakes the whole house as soon as I tickle the volume knob!

That's good to know. Which model have you gone for. I know you've probably posted about it, but i don't know how far back that is, and i'm a lazy derrière 

Ok, so what if i wanted to go FRFR with no PA support?
What kind of spec would i need?
At the minute, we play weddings of 200-300 in halls.
We aren't very loud. I use a Markbass LM2 into a TKS S112 and volume has never been an issue.
I know most people on here are using them as monitors, can they be used as the monitor and the main rig?

South Wales

Fender Deluxe Jazz Bass V, manufactured in Corona California in 1999, and carefully used and maintained by one owner previous to me. 

I purchased it with the idea that a 5 string bass would replace the need for me to have a second bass on stage tuned to D. Well, it doesn't. I haven't got time to practice enough to get proficient on a 5. So it's getting moved on. 

It really is a fantastic  instrument.  A beautiful 'White Blonde' translucent colour that has retained its high gloss lacquer finish, with few signs of wear and tear other than some small marks on the headstock edge and a tiny dink on the lower left body edge (see detailed photo). Youll also see "players wear" on the back of the body where the paint has worn a little thinner. Hard colour to photo. It sometimes appears a shell pink. 

Active electronics (9v) with a wide tonal range, rosewood fingerboard with switchable red SIMS led dot markers (9v), activated by pressing the middle frequency tone knob. (fitted when new at a cost of £500). Really slim neck. 

Original Fender factory labels and truss rod adjustment tool included, plus the original tortoiseshell pickguard as an alternative to the white one shown. 

This is a genuinely outstanding example of a classic bass guitar in great condition.

I am happy to look at trades. Only 4 strings though. And I don't like sunburst. Sorry about that. Any questions, give me a shout. 

17 minutes ago, solo4652 said:

Quick update: Quietly and carefully, behind the scenes, I've put the main points from this message thread to the band leader, including Mike257's kind offer of advice. Not a word back yet. We're gigging 7th and 13th April. I'll watch what happens - see what changes, if any are made - and then take a view on the situation. You can lead a horse to water, but.....

You cant push the bast*rd in and drown him?

Thought this had sold.
But "something came up" 
So....BUMP

Bristol 

I have done. Many times

Dave Dearnly in Cardiff if you want someone to do it Lew

https://www.yell.com/biz/dave-dearnaley-guitars-ltd-cardiff-8847632/

Quilter Bass Block?
https://www.wembleymusiccentre.com/quilter-bass-block-800-bass-amp.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw4sLVBRAlEiwASblR-wWKVM9181JERgFKP0UCQd9qx2ncVMxiUN6TRtt31F4-sfjQcORlnxoCB_0QAvD_BwE

Thanks Shambo for clearing that up!
It feels way slimmer than a Precision neck, in depth and width, so thats how i got confused.
I'll measure it when i get home later

13 hours ago, Muzomatt said:

Is it a jazz bass neck (that says precision?) or is it a slimmed down precision neck?

Thanks

Matt

I didn't put the bass together, so can't be 100% sure on this.
But i'd say it's a jazz bass neck that says Precision.

Might be worth contacting some agencies.
They'll be in contact with a lot of that type of band.
They'll probably ask you for a short bio, so they can see your experience, and possibly a video of you playing.
But it's a good way to get your name in the hat. 

15 hours ago, Mickeyboro said:

Whete are you based? Looking on phone...

11 hours ago, biffsmith said:

Where is pick up from mate?

Sorry, i should have said. Im in South Wales.

@biffsmith I can send it by courier if you need me to

Fender Precision style "bitsa" bass, put together from some top quality parts.

Made a mistake when i originally listed, and now cant change it. But it's £400. Cracking bass for this kind of money

Gotoh 203b vintage Bridge
Genuine Fender 'F' neckplate.
Schaller straplocks
Kiogon vintage wiring kit
Fender Custom shop pick ups
Cavaties shielded with copper tape
LaBella flats.
Neck is 2014 Fender Mexican with Rosewood board (jazz profile)
Body is a "Guitar and bass build" custom made 2 piece Alder body. 
Just been set up, nice low action, not low enough to crush dynamics, but very easy to play. Sounding like a great Precision should - Warm, round and thumpy .

I used it in my band for Motown songs. I'm not in that band anymore, so time to move it on.







Can post, but would prefer collection so you can try it.
Any questions, give me a shout.
Not interested in any trades at all.
Cheers

That RCF 735 is tempting 
Cant imagine how good that'll be 

13 minutes ago, Donnyboy said:

And what , may I ask, does the case contain?

A Vigier 

Only wear them for squash. Should see my short shorts though

I just involuntarily grew a mullet