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The NT Warlock looks very tempting, I've only heard good things about it. The Paolo-sig Warlock is patently not an identical replica of his own bass - it's an approximation, assumedly with some level of input from Paolo (I'll leave that level of input open to debate - they certainly did, however, build a bass to his exact spec); and it's affiordable, which is where BC Rich has been plying most of it's trade in recent times. Thus you can afford to look pretty much like your idol, which - for most people - is enough; and I think it's a fair reflection of this site that we're certainly not 'most people'. I'm quite happy to endorse the OP, it's not good enough; but then, if it was, I wouldn't be expecting to pay £350 for it. I can still heartily recommend the BC Rich custom shop - my Eagle, "Wonky" (the name has stuck, despite my original Ironbird sharing it!) being a fantastic example of the craft, even allowing for the unique placing of the logo!

I had a quick squint on the internets, and found the following: [url="http://thepocket.multiply.com/journal/item/97/An_Inside_Look_at_Robert_Trujillos_METALLICA_Gear"]http://thepocket.multiply.com/journal/item..._METALLICA_Gear[/url] No mega detail, but a screenshot which shows the pedal set-up - neatly labelled, so you now know what he uses live!

Nice work, chief!

Love it! Nothing wrong with a bit of rock kitsch; after all, we can't all be original with our Fenders Was looking at the Star Bass. Somewhere between the Ironbird and the Explorer, for me.

Confidence comes from practice, Beyond; remember how nervous you likely were when chairing your first meeting? Making your first business presentation? I know, for me, they're water off a duck's back. I've spoken to rooms of 300 people and not blinked. But I struggle in front of a room of 25 people in a pub? It's just the practice. Play more; play more in front of people; enjoy it more

West Ham, is that the John Mayor signature?

[quote name='Dom in Somerset' post='994426' date='Oct 20 2010, 08:59 AM']I recently had a go on a Squier bass, it said precision but it looked like a jazz neck and it had a jazz bridge pick up. A nice bass for (I think) £130 second hand but v good. I think they are £200 ish new. My only criticism was that it was too light![/quote] Do you know which one you tried, Dom? I'm definitely a fan of the Squiers. I like the Star Bass, but it's a string shy of what I was after - that said, who'd notice with that on stage? I've arranged to try and Ibby. In the meantime, I am on painkillers.

Budget c.£500, which I guess would also cover a strap! GP confirmed me as a slipped disc. Apparently I've made a right mess, so I'm straight on physio and relegated to working from home. The spasms are something f***ing else. I put a triple break in my right arm and still elbowed my way out of the remains of my car; one twinge of my spine and this former prop is winded with it.

Chaps. I done goof'ed up good, in short. My spine is now a tender and gentle flower, and will be so for some time. Having played rugby for some years, I gave myself all the time in the world for an injury; and have now done so doing something totally innocuous, in keeping with sod's law. The downside, my band are now getting to the stage of, well, playing. I had elected to play the T-bird fiver I picked up from Guzzi, but it's heavy. Or is to my spine, now. Short of sitting on stage I'm considering replacements. I'm throwing it open to the floor. I have some prefered brands - BC Rich (but I doubt I'll find an Innovator, so scratch) and Charvel, but would like some additional options. Looking for either active or passive. Something rock or metal oriented, without being silly; and, critically, light. Any thoughts? NB. I never thought back pain would be the source of such pain, but after a week of it - eeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!

I've heard that urine one before, funnily enough also from a steelworker! Something in it?

Unsurprised about Fibbers. Stereo seems to be the place these days, all my mates are playing there it seems. No doubt I'll be following suit.

Harley Benton? Argos?

That's a very nice bass. I've been showing my dad a few licks on the bass. It's a very rewarding part of the relationship, so I think it's very cool that your dad is a player.

Bugger! A bit late fory diary!

Unless there's a pressing reason to sell, then I wouldn't. I'm trading mine now only because I've managed to further injure my hand, and it's not something I can play at the moment - I have no doubt, some time in the future, one will be back with. They're a great rock bass, and one I can really recommend. Unless you need the cash/space/sanity/pain-free-hand, then I wouldn't shift it. It's another string to your bow, another option; you never when the gig or occasion may call for it again. I'm plugging for a keeper.

Not enough points to sustain any real tone