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  1. bassix
    This one has the truss rod access at the heel so potentially the same issue.
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    I think to regard his role as work would be an exaggeration. It went to him for a set-up, that's what he attempted to deliver prior to finding the issue.
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    These are echoing my thoughts exactly, if touching the truss rod voids the warranty that seems ridiculously low standard to void a warranty when you need to use it to get the action setup correctly.
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    I'm gonna wait for a resolution before I start slinging around names!
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    My technician did take it apart to look at it to try and get the action lower.
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    That is basically the explanation given to me by the tech I took it to. It is the shop's technician who is questioning this. He seems to think the tampering of the tech may invalidate the warranty??
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    In a nutshell, yes. The tech that wouldn't touch it was the shops though.
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    Sorry, demonstrating my lack of knowledge.. When I refer to the cap I actually mean the screw/adjuster at the base of the neck. The screw wasn't flush with the neck, the tech said it should be. There was no suggestion that the truss rod is broken but then the tech wouldn't have known as he refused to touch it!!
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    Last week I sent my bass off to my usual technician for a setup as I'd noticed that the action was unusually high. Get a call today to say that the truss rod is maxed and it cannot come down to how he'd setup my Squier. As this is still within warranty I took the bass back to the shop where I bought the bass and they say the tech has over tightened the truss rod as the cap now doesn't sit flush with the neck. Further they said they wouldn't try to correct for liability issues. They have agreed to send the bass back to the manufacturer to be investigated but they didn't sound very hopeful of a positive resolution. Not being particularly technical with basses but on a simplistic level what is the manufacturer's obligation? From my perspective, if I can get a lower action on a bass a third of the cost then surely something has got to be wrong?
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    Thanks for the responses, the EP we recorded was released without mastering and in hindsight whilst it sounds uber professional it perhaps lacks some "balls" to the lower frequencies as a consequence. The difficulty I find is establishing whether this is due to the lack of mastering or as a consequence of the engineer's work as there is inherent "topiness" to all his recordings. This may be typical of the genre in which we play. Assuming that we are going to have the recording mastered, does anyone have any recommendations for individuals that can do a good job?
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    Hi, My band are gearing up to record our debut album in the next few months, we are recording at reputable studio who will also be mixing the tracks for us. I am wondering what the value in mastering the album is and whether it is worth the extra money to have this done at a separate studio? I'm a complete novice when it comes to recording processes so any insights welcome.
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    Buyer went MBP (Missing Before Purchase) so this is available again.
  14. bassix
    Not in a rush to get rid of this but as an incentive lets drop this to £220.
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    Sunny Brighton
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    Up for sale is my Vintage Modified PJ bass. It is in immaculate condition aside from the screw holes where the previous owner installed an ashtray to the bass. It was setup by my technician last week so is ready to go with fresh roundwounds and has a fantastic low action. It also benefits from having the P pickup upgraded to a Seymour Duncan SPB2 which adds some real meat to the sound with the original pickup included in the sale. Also included is the original black pickguard if you prefer your stylings more traditional and a ashtray and cover to complete the look. All in all i have been blown away by the value offered by this bass, it weighs in at almost spot on 8lbs with good balance. The neck is a delight to play, especially for those that prefer a slimmer precision neck, to me it feels quite shallow making it easy to zip round. These things are about £280 new without the upgraded pickups, pickguard and chrome cover so pretty bargainous even if I do say so. Given that its so amazing why am I selling? Because bills have arrived and I'm awaiting news on a job which I'm not entirely convinced I will get. Any questions let me know. [attachment=190849:pj5.jpg] [attachment=190850:pj4.jpg] [attachment=190851:pj3.jpg] [attachment=190852:pj2.jpg] [attachment=190853:pj1.jpg]
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    Done. I'll drop you a message.
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    Is indeed.
  19. bassix
    That's a beaut.
  20. bassix
    Mystery solved! They are indeed the one's above. Took Cameron's advice and emailed Jon and what a pleasant chap he was, thanks for the help.
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    Out of interest what is the nut width on this? Is it the modern C 41.3?
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    Good point, they look exactly like these.. http://www.wdmusic.co.uk/hot-p-bass-pickup-enclosed-cover-2248-p.asp Also, as these are the only set within the Kent Armstrong range currently with enclosed cover it leads me to think it might be them.
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    I'm currently trying to identify the pickups that came as part of the deal that saw me get a Shuker PJ. I was advised they were a Kent Armstrong set and have no reason to disbelieve the seller however it would be good to know as I intend to move them on now as the tone is not doing it for me. Any suggestions welcome.
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    Generic Jazz Ashtray with screws. In great condition, delivery included. [attachment=187648:Ashtray1.jpg] [attachment=187649:Ashtray.jpg]
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