Grand Wazoo

That there, ladies & gents is my dream rig

Just sold my Moo Moo Jazz bass on eBay and the buyer left a positive feedback, I thought I might add the rest of my eBay feedback record here, since it's all good [b]http://feedback.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&ftab=AllFeedback&userid=captnmoto&iid=-1&de=off&interval=0&items=200[/b]

Epiphone Ltd Edition Thunderbird IV Bass [url="http://www.musicradar.com/gear/all/guitars/electric/bass-guitars/4-string-electric/ltd-edition-thunderbird-iv-bass-19713/review"]http://www.musicradar.com/gear/all/guitars...ss-19713/review[/url]

Well I have to declare that I am a subscribed client of "cheapguitaraccessories" for one reason and one reason only, the price of his Ernie Ball strings are unbeatable one eBay. Also he is a very flexible man, you can negotiate a price with him on delivery charges if you decide to buy 4 or 10 sets at a time. As for other parts he sells such as this bridge well I can't comment, may IT IS that expensive for him too, but one thing is for sure, this man or shop whoever they are, in the 4 years I have been a client, they have never tried to fleece me and have always adjusted their price if I had seen anything they sell cheaper anywhere. Cheers

uglier than an ugly thing.

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Well done, I've also just sold a 5 strings Big Al, they are great basses, really full of tonal options.

[quote name='Lysdexia' post='1071209' date='Dec 28 2010, 07:46 PM'] And with that all plans for DVD's are temporarily suspended. Superb![/quote] Except the Ed Friedland one, it is highly recommended to teach you that most important approach to the slap technique and also how to apply it in the real world, in any music contest.

[quote name='spongebob' post='1071007' date='Dec 28 2010, 03:03 PM']Thanks all, keep the opinions coming! As the machine heads have been mentioned, how bad are they? Years and years ago, I had a terrible Jim Deacon Stingray copy. One day when tuning, the head disintegrated in my hand as it was plastic with a platicky chrome cover! Must be better than that, surely? [b][size=3][color="#FF0000"]ANSWER: YES they are a lot better, once you tighten the large screw they work very well and keep the tuning honest[/color][/size][/b] And tone wise - big difference between the CV and VM? I'm still probably still more into the looks of the CV, but does it provide a JJ growl? [b][size=3][color="#FF0000"]ANSWER: YES the CV has the best, woodiest, warmest sound I have ever tried on any Squier, even the long gone JV Series![/color][/size][/b][/quote] As above, but in a nutshell the CV machineheads are not that bad really, of course they are not like the vintage reverse tuners but if, as I've suggested, you tighten the main large screw, they work fine. A set of Fender ones will set you back £70+ is it worth it, specially considering that in order to fit the Fender ones you'll have to drill new holes as they have a larger footprint...? Trust me man you can live with the Squier ones no probs.

Get yourself one of these kits off ebay (they are the dog's scrotum ) [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/WIRING-KIT-FENDER-PRECISION-BASS-HIGH-QUALITY-/350419402129?pt=UK_Guitar_Accessories&hash=item51969fbd91"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/WIRING-KIT-FENDER-PR...=item51969fbd91[/url] And any decent pickup such as a Lollar or a Seymour Duncan Antiquity and you are [b][size=3][color="#800080"]"THERE!"[/color][/size][/b]

[quote name='skej21' post='1070963' date='Dec 28 2010, 02:11 PM']I'm also considering buying a Fiesta red CV Squier Precision. These seem to be really killer basses. I've played a few and I really love them. However, I've seen this (http://guitarguitar.co.uk/bass_guitars_detail.asp?stock=05070214181319) and was wondering. Q.: If I got the Squier and upgraded the pickups, switched to the same reverse machineheads as the 50s P bass and put some flats on, would it be cheaper AND still as good a player? [b][size=3][color="#FF0000"]ASWER: YES!![/color][/size][/b] I don't care about the name on the headstock, but if it'll be cheaper to mod the Squier and it will play as well, then I'd go for that! [b][size=3][color="#FF0000"]ASWER: YES!![/color][/size][/b] (Plus, I like the Fiesta Red/RW fingerboard combo more than the FR/Maple!)[/quote] As above

The Squier CV 60's Precision in Fiesta Red is a classic that in the years to come will be REALLY big. Galaxies better than a VM one in terms of actual manufacturing construction, these people got it absolutely right, the neck pocket is perfect, the fingerboard and the neck itself are a joy to play, and yes it is a glossy one but the non stick kind, your hand will glide, trust me. The body is made out of basswood light and very resonant. It comes with a Highmass bridge with brass saddles and that is a BIG plus as it gives the bass a gorgeous resonance. People have commented on the machineheads for being cheap and nasty, but even being picky I can live with them. The only major nag I have with [b]ALL[/b] the CV Squier's is what's under the pickguard and the pickup, which [b]"in my view"[/b] is where Squier cut corners, wiring, pots, input socket and the pickup are very cheap and flimsy utter sh|te. I have replaced the lot with CTS pots, Sprague Cap, original fender waxed cloth wires, a switchkraft input socket and for the ultimate sound I've stuck a Lollar pickup and now you'll have to pry it off my hands. The way it is now I consider it better than Fender MIM which the workmanship is no where near as good as these. Try one and see for yourself.

[quote name='Lysdexia' post='1070720' date='Dec 28 2010, 02:59 AM']Cheers - excellent price at that. I tried to buy it but PayPal reported a problem with their paypal account so Amazon to the rescue. Thanks! Any others - especially one to help me learn about setups/maintenance?[/quote] For that you don't need a dvd, here is a long PDF link that does it all: [url="http://www.jerzydrozdbasses.com/akcndfr54jdhrei567/Ultimate_Guide_ver100.pdf"]http://www.jerzydrozdbasses.com/akcndfr54j...uide_ver100.pdf[/url]

[quote name='Luigi DB' post='1070691' date='Dec 28 2010, 12:51 AM']Hello (Ciao) everyone! This is my first post. I'm from Italy but at the moment I'm liveing in London. I'm a Double bass player. I hope to have soon a chat whit someone about everything in the matter of music and especially the bass. Bey P.S.: I'm sorry for my bad English..... [/quote] Welcome / Benvenuto... from another "itlaian alien" in London, by the way cumpa' your english... well it needs some practicing, lets leave it at that for now you'll learn it in no time. Enjoy / Divertiti

This one is excellent [url="http://movie-bay.co.uk/for-sale-post/Slap-Bass-The-Ultimate-Guide_26846.html"]http://movie-bay.co.uk/for-sale-post/Slap-...uide_26846.html[/url]

f*** me! 55 to 110 gauge is massive compared to the average 40/45 and by average I mean as in most used by bassists worldwide. That might be the reason that a couple of strings aren't too happy in the slots. But try first with a lower volume on the bass.

Is the action very low? I mean do your string buzz even when played open? Also... you are playing what is a 9V active bass through what looks like a tiny amp (no disrespect) have you tried it through a bigger amp / speaker? I have a feeling that the impedance of your bass might be a little too much for that ickle amp to handle, try the same with your bass volume down a couple of (imaginary) notches say from 10 to 8 or... 11 to 9 if yours go to 11

[quote name='AsterL' post='1070480' date='Dec 27 2010, 08:25 PM']Done that no change to the sound whatsoever [/quote] ok, well what strings are you using, just out of curiosity?

has it got a compensated nut or one of those ordinary one? I also suspect is the nut, remove the strings and use a pencil tip to lay some led in the slots.