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  1. Conan
    A bit unfair IMO. I recently "came by" one. It was in terrible condition superficially, but I spent some time restoring it and was really impressed! The hardware was top-notch (solid brass bridge for instance, Tokai Hard Puncher pickup...) and it played very well - definite a P-bass sound. The one I had was very light at less than 8.5 pounds, although there was a degree of neck heaviness that a decent strap easily coped with. If it wasn't for the fact that I already had five basses I would have happily kept and gigged it (especially in my 80s covers band!). I sold it on here (for £200 as it happens, so clearly I am a rip-off merchant ). The buyer seemed very happy to pay that much. Yes, they were cheap at the time (around £100 for the passive Thunder 1) - but then what did a "decent" bass cost back in the mid 1980s? My Status series II was £1300, but what did a Fender J or P go for?
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    Bargain is an understatement! I know it's only been up 4 hours, but why is this still here?
  3. Conan
    This. +100!!! I have never, in nearly ten years on here, had a bad experience with buying, selling or trading. Wish I could say the same for FB groups...
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    Bump for added trade options...
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    Bump....
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    My feeling is that things need to be discussed. The very fact that the OP has posted this on here for advice shows that he is not happy with the situation. Air your grievances. If you don't get satisfaction then either you have to put up with it or leave. If it causes you stress then it is not worth staying IMO. Weigh up the benefits of being in the band versus the costs (financial and personal).
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    Happy to accept advice on pricing. An equivalent bass would cost around 1200 Euros, which is well over a grand. https://public-peace.de/bass-guitars/maruszczyk/elwood/4-string This example is virtually brand new - truly mint condition. Plays great and sounds great. Looks pretty good too! I'm happy to keep it of course, as I just don't need three J basses...
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    No need to get all sensible on us!! Only kidding. If you ever tire of your band, could you put in a good word for me please? It sounds like heaven...
  10. Conan
    I know. What I meant was, if the band cancelled the rescheduled gig because the OP couldn't do it...
  11. Conan
    In hindsight, and having re-read the OP, I'm not so sure. Maybe I'm starting to see it a bit from their side. And surely cancelling the gig would also "cheapen the brand". Do you really have a "brand" at this stage?
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    On the other hand, I do agree with this
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    Really? If it "happens all the time", how come so many of the responses on here (presumably from people who are band members) seem to indicate the opposite? Usually a "band" is just that - a group of individuals working together towards a common, shared purpose. Most people here seem to agree that getting a dep in would have been an acceptable solution, but not the way that it has been handled.
  14. Conan
    Very strange and rather dodgy IMO. Better off without them I suspect. Lesson learned and all that. They seem like an untrustworthy bunch, and I think trust is important in a band.
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    OK, I won't then... But that is what I was thinking
  16. Conan
    I'm not currently in a covers band (despite having spent the last 18 months trying to form one and get it off the ground!), and although I don't have much time for going to other band's gigs - yes, I would go to see us. If we ever get gigging that is...
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    I'm fairly sure Mariusz Duda from Riverside uses (or used) one of these. His sounded awesome, and I'm sure this one will too. Beautiful!
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    PM incoming...
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    Had a buyer lined up for the bass, but it didn't work out. The bass I was after has sold, so thinking of withdrawing - but still here for now
  20. Conan
    Not "best" maybe, but my J&D jazz sounds at least as good as many Fenders I have played and/or owned. Still a very giggable bass (admittedly with replacement Tonerider pickups). But as the best tone I've had was from my Status series II, no.
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    Totally unpredictable! Sometimes you can play a supposedly great venue which has an excellent reputation, and it just doesn't work out. Could be the band members, the audience, the equipment... On the other hand, you can end up playing somewhere that nobody really wants to play, maybe on a bad night (weather-wise, or a clash with some big event...) and everything just comes together to make an outstanding time! For me, it is not about money (although that is not to say that I don't want or need to be paid!), but the enjoyment comes from the buzz. Where does the buzz come from? Well, usually rapport with your bandmates and playing the songs well, a receptive audience who are genuinely enjoying themselves, a good sounding room with plenty of feedback (of the right kind!), an appreciative venue owner/manager, good lighting, the correct temperature.... I could go on, but it is very difficult to quantify. Mostly, I think, it is about the audience. The problem is, if you turn up expecting all that - it rarely happens. Most of my "great" gigs have been surprises!
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    Yes, quite sure! It is a 4a. It originally had a two band Glockenklang pre, but I wanted more control over the midrange so I specced the three band version. Glock wasn't available so Adrian put the Delano in.
  23. Conan
    Only six months old. Absolutely unmarked. Due to my rather frustrating current band situation it hasn't been gigged, and only used at rehearsal about 8 times... Plays like a dream! Does all the usual Jazz bass stuff, which is no surprise as this is basically their take on the Fender Jazz bass - but generally using higher quality components and finished to a higher standard. But most of you who know about this brand already know this of course. Neck is 38mm at the nut, and feels just like a nice J should - not too chunky and not too slim. Made from maple, with black blocks. "Satin" finish, which is very reminiscent of the Fender Geddy Lee J basses I have owned. Make the neck very "fast" and comfortable to play. Body is alder. Pickups are Delano, as is the 3-band active preamp. Bridge is an in-house model, rather like a Hipshot A-style in design. Matching headstock (as you can obviously see in the photos). Speaking of the photos, these are not very good but I've put this ad up in a hurry and will take some better ones when I get time... Weight (mass!) is 9.5lb (about 4.3kg), which surprised me as this bass does not feel heavy! Comfortably solid and beautifully balanced, yes. Comes in a gorgeous Maruszczyk padded gig bag. I am happy to package it up securely for shipping (at buyer's cost and risk) but would be happier with collection. I will also deliver it locally (if mutually convenient, within a 30 mile or so radius of Newcastle upon Tyne, or anywhere along the A69/A75 corridor) for fuel costs. I have lots of positive feedback, so buy with confidence! Ideally after cash, but I could be interested in trades as long as it doesn't involve me having to add any cash. Just four-string bass guitars though - and most interested in Fender Jazzes, G&L M2000s or EBMM Sterlings. Try me!
  24. Conan
    This is gorgeous, and I can't stop coming back and looking at it! I only need to sell one of my basses first...
  25. Conan
    Stunning basses with a wonderful sound! Lovely necks too. Nice to see a model with a decent bridge...
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