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  1. Blind Lemon
    Nice...I understand the White Eagle was only avaliable as Antoria not Ibanez. My 1st bass, easier to count in decade's as to how log ago, was an Antoria Jazz (no serial number so pre 74 I think) and was set up by some bloke called John Diggins. No idea who he was back then or what a nice bass it was. Gigged it for years, still plays beautifully.
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    100% correct, I am just trying to repair a failed amp. Posted to both sites as GB are an American company but would prefer to source components in the UK if possible. I completely understand Agedhorse's position and value the advice, but this is a project and learning curve. Certainly did not intend to cause any bad feeling, or debate, just hoping some could help with a part number.
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    Thank you.
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    Hi, I am trying to find replacement latching push switches for a Genz Benz shuttle 9.0 head. The ones on the mute and signal shape. I cannot find a part number on the component can anyone please help? Thanks.
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    Hi all, never been one for effects. Over the years I have used various fx pedals and multi fx (korg A5 Boss GT6b) but always went back to plugging straight in to my amp. Having experienced a few amp issues decided to try a pre amp with DI so could plug straight into the desk if required. Opted for the NuX MLD. Not had the opportunity to compare with Sansamps or the likes but does the job well, particularly like the IR facility. Never got on with compression but realised that I did not properly understand how to use it effectively. Tried 3 ended up with a spectacomp using a customised version of "Captin East" toneprint allowing 10% to 90% (ish) blend on the knob. Liked the IR on the MLD. Tried 3 ended up with a NuX pulse IR loader. Really like this. I think of this as a multitude of pre set tones. Tend to use Ampeg 8x10 or Mesa 2x15 cab sims downloaded from the Internet. Licked the idea of an octave. The Mooer tender pro does everything it should use it for a couple of tracks and probably won't last, not subtle enough for me. Tuner, does the job. Don't like having to run leads across the stage so powerd off an 18v powertool battery.
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    Thanks for the great offer 3 sets ordered this morning. I have not received a confirmation. e-mail yet should this be a concern?
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    @bassassin thanks for the link. Didn't really anticipate finding a scratch plate but you never know.
  8. Blind Lemon
    Seem to have acquired another that needs some love and attention. Lockdown project it is then. Anyone got a scratch plate? 😂
  9. Blind Lemon
    This one pretty much sorted now, machine heads swapped out for some of the same era, neck shim fitted and set up nicely. Needs a fret dress but I don't have the bottle to as attack that myself.
  10. Blind Lemon
    Spot on, thanks again. (Also the GB 10 will do the same job for your reference). If anyone is interested I will update as I proceed. Put 3 old strings on tonight plugged in and worked! No crackles or pops. No idea how long it's being laying about with no strings so (as I expected) the neck neck needs some adjustment so have it gently clamped to send it back the right way. Will let you know how it goes. What experiences have any of you guys had with the jazz style pick up. Couldn't get the best idea but sort of sounded ok. What are they like when properly set up? 😎
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    Hi Bassassain. The older one (rosewood neck) has the 8 pole Maxon pickups as per your pic. ( I read your post from 10 years ago). Will pull one out at some point so I can date it. Thanks for all the info everyone. Still a little confused by the weight difference (I've zipped up my anorak now). And can anyone recommend a replacement machine head the hole is 15mm most seem to be 18mm and I am reluctant to butcher it. Tbh honest my intention was to fit EMG p/ups and a Schiller bridge I have sitting in an old squire jazz but would like to try it in its original spec. Either way I have developed quite an interest in these copy era instruments. 😎
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    Thanks Maude. Did see this thread when I was hunting the web. Just need Bassassin to pop in, looks like he knows his stuff.
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    I am now pretty confident the oldest bass is the rosewood neck and I think it has a walnut body hence the weight and is circa 72. The walnut neck is much lighter. I did see someone who commented the factory started using bass wood and if this is correct would explain the weight difference. Also noticed there is no viable truss rod access so must be under the scratch plate. EMG456 pretty much confirmed the serial number shows it to be September 1977.
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    Thanks guys. Finding this proper interesting.
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    Hi Stub. I've seen a fair few with the made in Japan but never one that had a serial number. I did find one site that suggests it may date it as Aug 77 but really not sure if that's accurate.
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    I have 2 Antoria Jazz Bass from the 70s I believe. I have one was my first bass some 35+ years ago the other I collected this morning and needs some TLC. A few things have sparked my curiosity so have popped my anorak and am hoping someone out there has a more in depth knowledge than I do. Apart from the obvious maple neck and the jazz style pickups as opposed to the humbucker looking pickups on the other. The neck plate has a serial number as well as made in Japan, the headstock logo is black as opposed to a sparkly effect, it is considerably lighter and the remaining 3 tuners look original but I know the tuners were changed from (what I remember is was a long time ago) smaller black ones because they didn't look right to me as 15 year old. The pickgaurd I suspect is original and has the holes where the pickup covers and thumb rest used to be. I understand they where produced in the fugigen gakki factory and where part of the lawsuit guitars era along with Ibanez, maya, Grant and a few others. My qustion really is one pre and one post lawsuit? Although interested in any of the history. Any input / feedback (say that to a sound man a observe the look of befuddlement on his face) would be really appreciated.
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    [quote name='Mr. Foxen' timestamp='1378481417' post='2200988'] Ah, LB will be lead/bass then. Think its the pre supergroup one, but the back panel info is missing, does it have 2 or 3 impedance options, 3 is Supergroup. Reliability is down to being teched and good valves. If it hasn't been sorted, blowing up is pretty imminent. Also they will eat poor modern valves. [/quote] Thanks everyone for there input...( input...see what I did there) There are 3 Impedance options and 4 voltage options. what is meant by supergroup?
  19. Blind Lemon
    Yes defiantly a Laney circa 72/73 according to one of the techs at Laney. the stamp embossed on the back is LB141 100w.
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    Some pics as promised. would like to know more about this amp sound reliability etc, any one ever used one or maybe you still are? [attachment=142644:IMAG0237.jpg] [attachment=142645:IMAG0238.jpg] [attachment=142646:IMAG0239.jpg]
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    Not a linebacker all valve not sure on the tech stuff, I will post some pics.
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    Hi, I've Got a Laney lb100, had it for many years now. the covering is not original but had it checked out by an enthusiastic friend who said Hi Rich, I put a spare valve in it and it works fine, hardly a crackle on any of the knobs as well , bonus !! I added 2 more nuts and bolts into the vacant chassis mounting holes. Sounds nice with a guitar albeit a bit heavy on the bottom end , but it is a bass amp. I observe it’s cathode biased which means when you put new valves in you don’t need to re-bias it. All the tranys look original, there has been some work done on it, a line out added at some point and various minor components replaced. I emailed Laney with some pix and asked them to date it. So far their tech guy says it’s before ’72/73 . Curious if anyone out there has any knowledge of this amp?
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