40hz

Not very scientific I know, but I always sort of expect most used bass gear to be around half and a bit (5/8th's?). Quite specific I know xD. Down the years IME that's what most stuff goes for (certainly what I've shifted) and IMO, I think that is about right.

[quote name='Machines' timestamp='1448191706' post='2913500'] I'm confused here. Any bass will work. Except a Hofner. [/quote] This

Never live, I like total control of my sound from my hands. The studio, yes.

FWIW I gig a Markbass LM250 Blackline through a GK MBE-II 410 (4ohm). I've played this setup at a massive outdoor stage (Brizefest) and numerous larger venues and not struggled for clean loud tone. That is also nowhere near maxed out too, plenty on tap in reserve. Funny how this would be considered a 'low power' setup. Edit - not quite so clean with the Spector . That thing is growl central!

If you're going through necks at that rate then I'd suggest a Status graphite neck replacement!! My Standard Mexi Jazz has had 5 years of hard abuse and the necks still immaculate!

[quote name='Huge Hands' timestamp='1446736815' post='2901891'] I always had this dilemma with Jamiroquai...... Loved the music though (at least until Stu Zender left). [/quote] This x100!

Cliched as hell, but I loved the first 4 albums. They were my favourite band in that era and then somewhere around 'In Your Honour' they turned into MOR stadium rock by numbers borefest that they are today. Shame really. Still respect them tremendously however and Dave Grohl is a legend.

I've been playing 13 years and tried pretty much every string from the major brands and D'addario for me are just a cut above. My go-to string being the Flexsteels which IMO are the best strings on the planet. I know when I buy a pack, what I'm getting. They last forever, are strong as an ox, harmonically rich and have such a nice feel and tension. The guitarist in my band swears by D’Addario too.

Congrats! It's beaut! Gotta say though, my Spector must be, flat-out, the most ridiculously ballsy and aggressive sound I've ever heard. The one thing I can't seem to do with it is 'mellow'.

Power Windows by Rush is also a great example of the Wal tone.

Another Spector vote here. Stuart genuinely cares about making a phenomenal instrument first and foremost and you can see his basses are an immense source of pride to him. Across all the ranges. My euro 4 se5 was the most sublime bass by far when I went to bass direct to try out some new basses. It positively oozed quality. Like Stuart says, he makes basses to stand the test of time and be handed down to the younger generations!

John Frusciante. Just this.

As above!

You are describing GK. My MBE cab is grind central, almost too much sometimes!

Sold my Modulus Fleabass to Chris. Absolute pleasure to deal with and a great bloke. Quick and to the point and good comms with zero nonsense. Deal with confidence! Cheers mate! enjoy!

Appears to simply be a 5 string Sterling to my eyes!

In a word, Audacity. Simple as it gets and free!

An official Japanese built Stingray?! That has blown my mind!

Looks a very Dark Green on my mob!

I broke two D strings at band practice last night! (On seperate basses too) Given I've only broken 4-5 strings in 12 years of playing it got me thinking just out of curiosity, what strings are widely regarded to be the strongest in the bass world? I'll hazard a guess and say a heavier gauge would take more punishment?

[quote name='Treb' timestamp='1439243243' post='2841310'] Good luck making a choice... Do play one before buying, that Stingray sound can be very in-you-face. If you really want that sound go for it but remember, there is no substitute for da real thang. [/quote] Agreed, even with the eq set to smooth off the aggression, for me Stingrays never lose that inherent "Jumpy-ness" to the notes. This can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your tastes, I personally I like it. My Flea is exactly the same in this regard whereas my Jazz is a bit more malleable in how you can tweak the sound.

Headless, coffee table basses and singlecuts. Edit - slightly irrational but as much as I love Jazz basses, I can't stand copies of it.

Great basses! but if you're wanting to scratch that itch without having played one I'd definitely go for a USA sub or Sterling Ray 34 secondhand first. Both can be picked up for under £500. The real deal, full fat USA made Stingrays go for around £650-£850 secondhand.

I don't usually like to hear them, pretty much the usual slappity slap slap I've heard 1000 times before. Switch off instantly at any gig if someone does. Like Lozz however, in a bizarre way, I like hearing the drums and bass continuing the song while other instruments drop out. Kim Deal and Mike Dirnt style.

I run my LM250 Blackline dead flat with a literal smidge of VPF for a bit more pop and sparkle. Personally I don't use the VLE, not that it's bad, it's just not my bag tone wise. I find the Markbass sound complements my Jazz bass beautifully. Bloody great amps