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[quote name='redstriper' timestamp='1334938210' post='1623816'] It's asking for a pass word to see the pics. Edit: This is my dream bass (as long as it's sunburst or black) and I'm going to get one for my 60th birthday..... if I make it Edit2: Make the album public instead of private. [/quote] Hopefully have done, please let me know Good luck for the 60th redstriper my 60th treat was my '57P

[quote name='throwoff' timestamp='1334937735' post='1623806'] Private album eh? What you hiding?! [/quote] Ah! Does that mean the link don't work? I dunno how to work these things really, I'm only here for the beer

Still got the cling film on the Tort plate http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v48/kjon51/Fender%2062%20Jazz%20Bass%20American%20Vintage%20V197801/?albumview=slideshow Hope that works!

[quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1334871076' post='1622828'] I've used Thomastik flats a lot and I do like them but hooked on La Bellas at the the moment. [/quote] I've gone the other way! Taken La Bellas off my '51P & tried TI Jazz Flats. Only had them on a week but don't think they feel right for me. They're a bit lightweight by comparison, not by gauge by sound, a bit twangy or too bright. I think they will be more suited to a Jazz bass I've just acquired so I'll be fitting my long time favourites - GHS Precision Flats - to my '51P & stringing up the '62 Jazz with the TI's. Cheerz, John

'Twas my delight to meet up with Paul this afternoon, usual clandestine affair, underground car park, city centre miles from home So now having returned home, late in the day, 'tis my great pleasure to start a feedback thread for him. We each travelled a hundred miles or so to our 1/2 way meet up & do a trade/exchange of basses, funny handshakes, hand over of cash etc. etc. It was a pleasure to meet Paul, it all went exactly as planned, we both got there on time & most importantly we were both delighted with our exchange of basses. Cheerz Paul, a real smooth deal, no problems at all, a smashing bloke, recommended to all, another true gent of this parish. Great meeting you, small world ain't it, turns out our 'other halves, were both born in the same town. All the best, Cheerz, John

[quote name='visog' timestamp='1334776942' post='1621204'] Listen to his tone on this... monster! [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGdQUMzRVxA[/media] Does anyone know how he get's this crunch tone? [/quote] It's in his fingers - - - - - - - - - - Arthritis

Gav had a wiring kit from me for his Antoria Jazz, great communication & instant payment, a pleasure to deal with right through the deal, highly recommended. Cheerz, John

Have you seen these? [url="http://www.timber-tones.com/"]http://www.timber-tones.com/[/url] I use a leather 'mandolin' pick sometimes, I like a soft touch There's some good looking picks there, don't know about the prices

I'm just 'running in' a new set of TI Jazz Flats & to me they're the tinniest twangiest set of flats I've got, if you haven't got anything deeper & darker & lower down the tone range than TI's, there's a lot you can try. Mind you I'm not a Streamer man, but I would think a set of GHS Precision Flats or LaBellas would be very deep & dirty on it! I really don't like rounds at all, but I always seem to have them on one bass, (the one I never play) just so I don't forget

Yes, turn your caps lock off.

Hello neighbour! Welcome to the machine, great to see another from around here Sounds like you've got me beat by a year or two, I started when I was 14 IIRC so have now been at it 47 years on & off. Let us know when you're gigging but don't ask me to carry your gear I'm in a bad way too Cheerz, John

Weller weren't bad, but the rest? Must be getting old

Just a heads up - 40th series starts tonight on BBC2 at 10:00 with the modfather amongst the guests. Cheerz, John

It works for me ;- [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1[/url]

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It was my pleasure to do a deal with Greg, t'other side of the planet no problems, great communication, instant payment & a real gent, completely recommended. BTW it was no trouble sending Airmail Small Packet to Oz, arrived on time too, (the Royal Mail 5 working day delivery aim). Cheerz, John

[quote name='sykilz' timestamp='1334654786' post='1619074'] I put SD quarter pounders into my Mexican P bass.....and didn`t notice any difference at all. Except they look better. And I`m £50 down. However,lots of other people rave about them,so perhaps I just had great original pickups.... [/quote] Did you try plugging it into a amp?

If £20 is all you want to spend you can get 'Tesco Value' pickups if you want 'Quality' pickups you have to pay more What can you expect for £10 each? Just my opinion. John

I'll go £51 for the '51 Nocaster

If it was me - I'd get in touch with Status first call, Fender P's are certainly 34" 'long scale' so you shouldn't have a problem. They'll sort you out I'm sure. Cheerz, John

[quote name='StraightSix' timestamp='1334479159' post='1616549'] These are an inexpensive way to improve your bass's electronics: [url="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jazz-bass-Wiring-Kit-poly-capacitor-Alpha-pots-/130409643934?pt=UK_Guitar_Accessories&hash=item1e5d053f9e"]http://www.ebay.co.u...=item1e5d053f9e[/url] [/quote] Not inexpensive - just cheap! I made some kits using Alpha pots as I was asked to make some cheaper sets for a particular job. Then when I tested them I had to buy 4 replacement pots, not happy. The way they are made is just not the same as CTS pots, so if you're going to go to the trouble of getting new pots, at least get proper ones that are built to last. IMHO, Cheerz, John

Just reading the pdf catalogue & found this: "Thru-Body Flat Wound String (Available in all of the above sets) La Bella Strings introduces the first successful flat wound bass string meant specifically for electric basses where the strings pass through the body. These flat wound bass strings are specially designed for instruments with string openings through the body. This design adds a unique resonance as the strings pass through the solid wooden body and over the bridge from underneath. With this configuration, the resulting sharp angle located at the bridge can cause the flat wound outer wrap to crack, fray or break with standard strings. To avoid any damage to the string. La Bella Strings has engineered a durable yet flexible section near the ball-end. Both the string and great sound remain intact." The 'above sets' include all the Deep Talkin' Bass, Original 54's etc. Interesting, the number of times I've heard 'you shouldn't string them through body' & how many breakages I heard blamed on that! Cheerz, John [attachment=105166:La Bella Strings catalog.pdf]

Hard to tell from my armchair, it's one of those things you need to get your hands on to determine really. Is it a seller you trust Cheerz, John