40hz
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Good evening all! I'm switching my USA SUB back to its original neck from the Status one I currently have installed (Modulus Flea means I don't need 2 graphite horses in the stable). I've managed to remove the tuners but have heard some horror stories about bushing removal and not having any clamps or tools for the job I've decided to leave the ones on the Status in situ and purchase some new bushings. Could anyone point me in the right direction to purchase ones that would be the correct size? I can't seem to find any with my forays into Google! (Or if anyone knows of a way to safely remove the ones on their without a full toolkit at my disposal, that would be appreciated! Many thanks! Si
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I'm on my second Modulus Flea bass and I don't care much for the Flea association. If this bass didn't have Flea on the headstock, I'd still buy one (indeed when it was the Sonic Hammer and FU4). There isn't a bass on the market that can emulate the sound that it produces (before anyone says Stingray with Status neck, I own one of those and it is a very different beast). If the signature bass offers something you can't get elsewhere, I don't see the problem. I owned a Geddy Lee Jazz bass and (at the time) I had never even listened to Rush. It was just a great bass that had mixture of features (especially the shaved neck dimensions) you couldn't find elsewhere in the Fender range.
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Bubinga bodied models more often than not, will be heavier. Tone wise that's a massive can of worms that you can find in numerous threads on this site! (FWIW I don't believe it would have any bearing at all). I believe that the pickups in both models are passive, it's just an active pre-amp on the model you're looking at. I wouldn't worry too much, it'll still have spades of that Warwick sound even on a passive model.
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That is quite overpriced. IME they tend to go for around 450-650. I have no connection to this whatsoever but this is more like it. https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/warwick-corvette-standard-4-string-bass-german-built-/1284145119
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I've never been bothered by nut width. I've adapted to any bass I've ever owned, be that P's, J's or Rays. Not remotely criticising anyone in saying this, because I do get why people would have preferences, it's just I've never found it a deal breaker on an instrument.
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Single cuts, headless, sunburst, pointy 'metal' shapes and fancy wooden tops. All massive no-no's for me.
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Long term BH550 user here. It's a great piece of kit in every way. It's clean, it's clear, detailed and it feels the full 550watts. Stays composed at high volume. Matches really well with the K-Series cabs. The EQ points cut and boost at different frequencies. So you always seem to be able to dial just the right sound in for the room The tuner is extremely accurate and quick to respond, the tone prints such as Spectracomp and Tubetone are very convincing and I use them quite often. I've played it night in and night out in my main band and my functions band and it still feels as tight as the day I bought it. You can't go wrong for the money!
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FWIW the M-Pulse 600 is the best bass head I've ever used in my 14 years of playing. That thing sounded beyond belief. IMO, UK pricing on Boogie stuff is mad however.
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Not quite the k212's but I use 2 k210's. Very clean, very modern, very hi-fi sounding cabs with a really controlled, tight sound. I use one cab for smaller gigs (with my TC BH550 it's more than enough) and bring out the second cab for the bigger shows. They're Seriously good value for money.
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Red Hot Chili Peppers. I bought Californication in 2001 aged 15 and never looked back.
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As with all things, it's a matter of taste . . . But, I think that is fugly beyond all belief. ?
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I used to drink in the same pub as the guitar player, Sid. Absolute top drawer bloke!
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Just purchased Jack's Modulus Flea. He was a total pleasure to deal with, very straightforward and put up with my incessant questions while remaining a total gent. Deal with total confidence. Thanks again Jack!
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Sold my Streamer Stage One to Chris. A thoroughly pleasant chap! A zero hassle sale. Enjoy the Warwick!
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Thanks for the heads up guys! Some good suggestions, appreciate it.
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[quote name='bazztard' timestamp='1508814490' post='3394584'] how is that 'a bit different'? Original bands don't have promotors usually, they're only interested in money making covers. In my experience, you need to network with other bands and venues directly. [/quote] I meant a bit different as in for us, out of the comfort zone. We are already networking with promoters and other bands but it's within the Oxfordshire area. Hence my post as we are looking to go much further afield. Many thanks!
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I'm not anti-slap and I hate this
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Hello good denizens of Basschat, My band (originals, think 'A Certain Ratio') is looking to do something a bit different and try to get some gigs around the country (we are from Oxford). I don't really know where to begin!! If any of you good people in originals bands know of any promoters I could approach about a gig and would be willing to give some out of towners a go? Apologies to the mods if general discussion is not the right forum. Cheers! Si.
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[quote name='Cosmo Valdemar' timestamp='1508325149' post='3391345'] Yes, very much an Alembic Series bass. Entwistle had a few so not sure which exact one - live he was playing the Explorer-shape ones but in the studio it may have been a different matter. But yes, classic Alembic running in stereo. [/quote] Excellent, thanks Cosmo! I actually really love the ominous simplicity of the bass line in conjunction with that amazing Piano-like tone, it sound so mean! and then the widdlier bits from 2:00 on, lovely and twangy!
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I love this track and especially the bass-line. Just curious if anyone knew what it was John Entwhistle recorded it with? I'm presuming around this era it may have been an Alembic?
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PM's replied bump + thank you for the kind comments!
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[quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1508023414' post='3389394'] 8lb is very light for a 90's Streamer. Looks nice mind. [/quote] I've just properly weighed it. 8lbs 4oz. Not far off my estimate and still very much in the light weight category!
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[size=3][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]I have up for sale my 1991 Warwick Streamer Stage One. I haven't had this that long but sadly the NS2 shape aggravates a shoulder injury I have (my Spector Euro 4 also did this, I think it's that slightly longer reach for the first fret). I bought it as I wanted some of that sweet Stuart Zender vibe and it didn't disappoint! It delivers that classic Warwick tone in spades. It also dates from the golden era of Warwicks and I believe would of been one of the last ones to have been mostly hand-made. It's also true what is said about Warwick necks from this era as this must be hands down the best neck I've ever experienced on a bass, thin and fast with a very comfy profile. It's also the lightest bass I've ever owned at 8lbs 4oz (feels even less on the strap). All original and fully working (including truss rod). Original bell brass frets in superb condition. I do have an old hardcase that it lives in that you are welcome to and it will come with a tin of Warwick Wax. No trades (except Fender Marcus Miller + Cash my way) I would prefer the bass to be collected by any prospective buyer. I live in Moreton-in-Marsh which is on the Gloucestershire/Warwickshire/Oxfordshire border. However as I have done on many of my sales before, I am more than happy to deliver within a fairly large radius if the full price is met. I will not ship this abroad. Sorry. Thanks for Looking! Si.[/font][/size] [size=3][attachment=255529:IMG_20171014_120855668_HDR.jpg][attachment=255530:IMG_20171014_121019768_HDR.jpg][attachment=255531:IMG_20171014_120924731_HDR.jpg][attachment=255532:IMG_20171014_121013197_HDR.jpg][/size]
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[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1506609606' post='3379920'] The USA SUB is a great bass... but light they ain't. Heavy monsters all of them. Beautiful feel and sound 'though [/quote] My USA SUB is 8.9lbs! It's light as a feather!
