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[quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1393852493' post='2384981'] Sounds like you aren't happy with it. For that money, you NEED to be 100% on it. [/quote] Exactly. And if the OP[b][i] is [/i][/b]100% on it, what is the point of this thread? Some of the points in here just add weight to the opinion that many bassists have, which is that the [b][i]really[/i][/b] top-end instruments are really not quite worth their price tag. That said, they are intruments - (i.e. tools) that are built with a use in mind. Whether they are fit for that use is again a matter of opinion. To me though, spending as much money on a bass as most people spend on a car, and then not liking the pickups, is rather flawed logic! Do Fodera do any models with a JJ pickup arrangement? If they do, return yours and get one of them!

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1393592953' post='2382318'] As I was the person who complain about potentially receiving a bass with the neck unbolted, let me throw this into the mix: The two times I've had to remove the neck from a bass I've discovered all sorts of extra crap in the neck pocket masquerading as shims. The first time I wasn't expecting it and consequently it all fell out with no indication where in the neck pocket it had come from. Now a good shipper would mark exactly where the shims went in order for you the re-assemble the bass properly, but unfortunately we all know that these aren't always the rule. Also a less than scrupulous seller could disguise a problem bass by removing the neck and then claiming that the buyer must have put it back together wrong. Send the bass fully assembled. Then there's no possibility of argument. [/quote] Ah, OK. I understand your view a little better now. Another classic case of making sure you communicate clearly and openly with the seller I suppose. All my deals on BC have been excellent in that regard, but I can see how it might not always be the case. Fair comment then!

I always thought this track would be pretty straightforward to play... until I played it with a previous covers band! Harder than it sounds - and definitely good for the stamina! It's not [i][b]too[/b][/i] hard to play, but it is hard to play [b]well[/b] (IMO).

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1393585354' post='2382192'] If it's a bolt on necked bass, and you don't have a case, just a gig bag, then ship it in 2 pieces, just make sure both are wrapped well with bubble wrap and lots of cardboard. [/quote] That would be my choice too - but some people on here have stated that they would not deem this to be suitable! The reason being that they couldn't take the bass out and play it straight away! I'd rather have it arrive in one piece (well, OK - two actually!) and then spend ten minutes re-assembling it!

I do if I can be arsed, and there is a pair of wirecutters handy... if not, I just wind them round until i can't do so any more! Making sure, of course, that the last wind is down at the bottom of the "capstan" thing, thus maximising string break angle. But does it really make [b][i]that[/i][/b] much difference? On my Status all of this is irrelevant of course, and it takes about three minutes to change an entire set!

Good advice here so far! I've shipped quite a few basses packaged in this way, and so far (touch wood!) I've had no problems. Interparcel Standard is pretty cheap and reliable IME.

[quote name='ambient' timestamp='1393374788' post='2379621'] Maybe post an advert or thread on here, see if anyone living in Scotland has one that you could perhaps try ? [/quote] Got to be worth a try

Just to echo what has already been said... Just completed a very successful and hassle-free trade with Gareth (smaz) - his EBMM Sterling (and some cash) for my Fender Marcus Miller J bass. Excellent, friendly and detailed communications throughout. Payment and delivery very fast indeed, and bass well packaged for shipping. Couldn't ask for more! Enjoy the bass mate! A top-quality Basschatter and highly recommended!

I think it works on Spectors and some Yamahas... but they are quite bling instruments to start with

I had the green and black (chocolate?) version of the head. I actually thought it was OK, and particularly liked the push-button preset tone controls.... But I was only about 17 at the time!

At the bottom end of the budget range, but still decent quality, would be [url="http://www.jhs.co.uk/wilkinsoninfo.html"]Wilkinson[/url] pickups and [url="http://www.guitarfetish.com/GFS-JB-Pro-Jazz-Bass-Style-Alnico-Pickups_p_318.html"]GFS[/url] from the States. Both well worth a try! Or trawl the "other musical items for sale" threads on here.

This guy is good. Don't know anything about him, but he needs to get out of his bedroom! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LiuoCBuotc

[quote name='GreeneKing' timestamp='1393083257' post='2376020'] I hate to quibble here WoT but isn't that my Roscoe Beck? [/quote] Ah! That's where it went!

[quote name='dannybuoy' timestamp='1391887761' post='2362369'] They are '84s - in which case I think I will hang onto them, [/quote] Good call. Some of the best pickups [b][i]ever[/i][/b] available IMO...

Wizard Hammers are my favourite after-market upgrade for any basses with J-type pickups. EMGs are good too, but for very different reasons.. Hammers = clear beef. They are, in effect, the consommee of the pickup world!

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1392983959' post='2374892'] OCD attack!! I reproduced the logo and had a plastic-backed badge made up. [/quote] Hmmmmm..... nice, but.... It doesn't look quite straight to me

That's far too good to give away! If you could put it in a box I would happily pay for a courier to come and collect it! Please PM me if this would be possible

Cheers guys! And can I just take this opportunity to say that every single deal I have been involved with on BC has been an absolute pleasure!!