BassApprentice

No idea what this is...but it's pretty cool and I want it. https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/unbranded-bass-solid-body-electric-bass-guitar-stored-for-years/1197074110

[quote name='dyerseve' timestamp='1478006011' post='3165895'] whats with these comments? whoever bought the bass can do whatever they want with it. if they think they can sell it for a profit then good luck to them. the seller got rid of something they didnt want for a price dictated by the marketplace and the chosen selling method. [/quote] For me it's because the original auction of the item was for charity. I would normally have no problem as, like you rightly say, the seller got what they wanted and the buyer can do what they like. Just feels a bit off making money where a charity could make more. But that's the way of the world.

That leaves a slightly bitter taste in my mouth.....

Regarding stripping the paint. I did it recently using Nitro Mors (other brands are available) scraped that off then sanded off the stubborn bits. I think it worked well and protected the body underneath (mostly, it did melt the plastic binding....). Good luck, getting in to modding and building is a slippery slope. I keep thinking what I can mod on my basses rather than actually playing them!

Only 1. A blue Yamaha SBV500. Was set up perfectly, as in when I received it all the tuning pegs were in a straight line. While it did fund a G&L they seem to be worth nearly 3 times what I sold mine for.....Anyone want to sell me one??

[quote name='Bassassin' timestamp='1477333582' post='3161531'] If it's got proper routing for the neck pickup - none. If not, probably black would work best. [/quote] I have a feeling I've looked before and I don't think the routing isn't suitable for no pickguard. Just did a quick mock up and black doesn't look bad at all.

Just out of interest what colour pickguard would look better? I've been thinking about it for a while but can't think of what to change it to....

Interesting.... I have a Fretless version of this. Same brand. Different headstock and control knobs, I think I paid £50 for mine with a more traditional shape headstock. Not a bad bass overall but I'm not sure whether it's walnut/maple or a veneer.

If you are up for a project and near Sheffield this might scratch the itch.... https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/sg-bass-project-mahogany-hand-made/1194600527 I know I'm not helping

Well that escalated quickly....Checked it 10 mins ago when I found this post, £132. Now at £343. Great news for the charity!

Afternoon all, NOT MINE FOR SALE Found this on Gumtree in Vale of Glamorgan. A bit bashed up but still £350 for an export colour Aerodyne Jazz Bass isn't bad. They aren't going to get any cheaper that's for sure. [url="https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/fender-aerodyne-bass/1192701589"]https://www.gumtree....bass/1192701589[/url]

So...it appears I have damaged all 4 of the drivers [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?&app=forums&module=extras&section=legends#"][/url] Not really sure how but that's the case. Synergy are waiting on replacements to come in from the US. Hopefully I get a fully functioning amp back soon and fingers crossed the repair bill doesn't make me

[quote name='DarkHeart' timestamp='1475805065' post='3148911'] I have a bigman in my Alpher see my avi, awesome pickup were you adding a preamp as well? [/quote] That's a real looker!! If it's not too much hassle could you tell me how far the pickup is from the bridge? It looks to be in a similar position as the routing on this body. Yup, I think a preamp is pretty much essential for this pickup. Would probably be a Nordy just for consistency...What do you have in yours?

Sorry this has been so quiet, as I'm sure many of you know life just gets in the way. I have a plan to make it a single pickup and put a Nordstrand Bigman in the bridge position, but I'm not sure it's close enough to the bridge to get a good Musicman growl. Anyone got a Bigman in their bass or proivde a recommendation for a MM style pickup in this location? Cheers

[quote name='WalMan' timestamp='1475268651' post='3144686'] Was in a guitar shop in Ayr that had an M & an L series Tribute in and tried the M, which was fine but despite what others say about the Tribs being as good as the US ones I still prefer my US [/quote] How long ago was this? Also which guitar shop? I'm in the market for a 5 string G&L and would be great to try one before hand! Didn't think many places in Scotland would carry G&L

[quote name='darkandrew' timestamp='1475262983' post='3144604'] Are "Luther built" basses any better than those produced by larger manufacturers? I wouldn't necessarily expect a guy in a backstreet garage to build a better car than a well known manuacturer in a multimillion pound factory. [/quote] Oh that's a can of worms opened right there. The only way that statement is reasonable is if you are looking at accuracy, even then that's insulting to the people who dedicated hours to making sure the instruments are as close to perfect as possible. A single person or small group with limited resources may not be as accurate as a highly expensive CNC machine when it comes to cutting very small margins. Otherwise the amount of care and dedication put into these instruments will always outweigh a model that's been churned out in its thousands for me.

Here's a fun thing for all us G&L fanboys. Not an official creator but quite fun to mock up your ideal G&L http://www.glguitarsgenerator.com/

I've got an 80's USA L2000 and I love it. It sustains for days. Looks more interesting than a standard Fender. More versatile than a standard Musicman. Perfect workhorse basses IMO. Side note. If anyone is selling a maple board 5 stringer let me know

Here's a question for those of you who have commissioned/owned custom made basses. Since there are so many luthiers making incredible instruments around the world, how did you choose? A lot of them do tweaks on the classics and some do very individual shapes and styles. When you commissioned yours what was it that drew you to that particular luthier? Since you never really get to try and fully custom bass before it's built it's a bit of a gamble. Was it the body shapes? A specific feature of that bass? The reputation or recommendation from someone for that luthier? The price? I'm not in the market for a custom bass (no where near enough coppers in the piggy bank) just a question that's been on my mind recently Look forward to hearing what made you take the plunge and enter the waiting room!

Hi all, NOT MINE but was casually looking through Gumtree to see if there was anything interesting being sold and came across this. £100 for a Vintage Modified Fretless? Absolute bargain in my opinion https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-instrument/squier-vintage-modified-fretless-bass-guitar/1190076168 If you're near London and need a fretless not a bad place to start.

My dad used a power bank (I'll ask specifically which one when I am home) to power his pedal board. It worked BUT he did say that it produced a lot of interference that he couldn't work out why, just a heads up. I'll ask him more and get back to you later with a better description.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Norman-Watt-Roy-Custom-P-Bass-Faith-Grace-Rhythm-Stick-Blockheads-JKG-London-/112111035590?hash=item1a1a56a4c6:g:WOAAAOSwFc5XwdTl Stumbled across this, some serious GAS! But again, like a previous post where Norman sold one of his basses, why does he need to? Or in this case, why does the luthier need to sell it to fund the other build?Maybe he has a very strict one in one out policy Anyway, a really lovely bass no doubt!