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    Hi I bought an older Harley Benton Eub ( the Palantino clone) it’s been modified with a fishman preamp installed in it. It does sound, good but I can’t find any info on the preamp as it seems to have been discontinued. Does any one have any info.I’m looking for a operational manual or schematics of some kind Thanks
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    Great thanks 👍🏽
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    https://youtu.be/SzVptAhmEC8?si=h6B4Uwgc9iwr2AvC

     

    This is my PJ fretless it’s was modded many years ago.It was a work horse for quite a few tours including Ian Hunter I’ve.added a sound clip from a concert in 1985 🙏🏽  

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    Hi just wondering what wood the body was ? Thanks
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    I managed to pick this little beauty up from the bass Center in Wapping London (for those who remember Nick and Alex great guys super helpful) That bass is long gone now and I do miss it I’ve a attached a clip from an inconcert I did with JTQ bass sounds amazing .https://youtu.be/G0GbKxsobK0?si=wy4n_dUEiC7E3HlT
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    Hi Matthew thanks for sharing this info at such a sad time I’d have gratefully gone for a coffee at the cafe in Highgate woods as we did on numerous occasions. Without Lawrence’s guidance I’d have been pretty useless as a musician and my wit a lot less sharper.🙏🏽🙏🏽
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    Hi, I’m researching the best way to re create the sound of an upright on my Dean Pace EUB. I’ve tried using a condenser mic which sounds fantastic but feeds back like crazy once the desired volume level is achieved. I don’t want to upgrade the piezos or preamp but have been contemplating trying the “Tone Dexter” preamp.


    I can justify the purchase as it can be used in conjunction with my acoustic upright as well, but before I do this I was wondering if it’s a stupid idea (in relation to the EUB)

     

    ok I’ve said it, let the merriment commence 😃

     

     

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    2. Marc S

      Marc S

      PPS. I recently got myself an EBS Micro Bass pedal, which is also something else you may wish to look into - it offers good tonal control / EQ options

    3. Greg Edwards69

      Greg Edwards69

      I wonder if a 3 Sigma upright bass impulse would work for you. Obviously, you'll need an IR loader device.

      Upright Basses Archives - 3 Sigma Audio

    4. frannie01

      frannie01

      Hi all sorry for late reply I’ve been on a bit of a mission trying to resolve this issue.I went ahead and got a modified Harley Benton 1st gen EUB 

       

      Sounds great but the mods including the body have off balanced? it. The other obstacle is the look (for certain events it just isn’t right). Although the history of the instrument does  date back to the 1940’s.

       

      I’m re thinking the whole thing. Keep the Dean for what it is (the odd function ) where you might have to play a few ”Jazz “ tunes ?

       

      Sell the Harley Benton and get Either A Krivo Electro Mag or try out The new JTone Electronique Mag system.For the upright .Sorry if this is a bit long winded 🙏🏽👍🏽


       

       

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    Hi I’d like to take this please ! you can also reach me on 07956424321 or [email protected] thanks
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    One other I knew him and went for lessons at his place in Highgate London.He taught many great bassists around that time as well as at his classes at Goldsmiths college. You can jog his memory about the interview we did for making music magazine
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    Hi Matt Sorry to hear about your dad I’m putting the finished touches to a video interview and ironically was just about to give credit to your Dad who was a massive influence on my playing and later teaching methods. Please email me we’re we can continue this chat. I have some photos that Laurence took of me that might jog his memory look forward to hearing from you [email protected]
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    I Think the damage may be to far gone and I don't have the funds to buy another Bass but id love to find a way of replacing the top if possible and ideas at this point  would gratefully accepted.  Thanks in advance   

     

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      frannie01

      Yeah just bad luck really, it was valuable to me It’s been my go to for practice recently.

       

      I’m sure I’ll be able to sort something out over the next few months 

       

       

       

       

    3. BassFace1991

      BassFace1991

      Man! I'm so sorry.

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      frannie01

      Thanks mate. yeah I’ve come to accept it’s fate now and looking to get another.I found a great little luthier / dealer on the SE coast he does some affordable vintage bases 

      https://www.thedoublebassroom.com/

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    https://www.paul-francis-bassplayer.com/plans-pricing
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    Yes couldn’t have put it better myself although Ive been in situations where guns were pulled out so I totally get where your coming from 👍🏽
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    I’ve added some new pics to reflect the “repair work “ ??
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    Yes that’s right I’ve glued & added some some support to the head stock at the sides.I’m going to paint over the repair work.
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    Yes it is sorry about late reply might be easier to contact me here https://www.paul-francis-bassplayer.com/contact cheers PF
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    Ist Capricorn 1 project album now available on Spotify and all major streaming services

    https://open.spotify.com/artist/5a6faL8YoHTI0VblIRzgRi?si=hBwtSZPHRLiLYPk-2haumg

     

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    Yes it is
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    Hi yeah I’ve been looking at the rechargeables online.The output from the Dean is very low and required a buffer preamp.In the course of experimentation I also tried adding a condenser mic which was a revelation. It sounds good now and no worries about draining batteries unless I blend in both the piezo and the condenser. might still research that charging cable though can’t hurt can it Thanks for the info 👍🏽
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    Ok Thanks it was an issue that came up on a forum and the batteries were pretty much fried when I got the instrument .I had a sire that needed 18volts and never had an issue. I’ve actually clipped on a condenser (running it through a pre for the phantom power) now and that sounds much more “acousticy” and will only drain the battery if I blend the piezo and the mic cheers Paul
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    Hi I’ve just got hold of a dean pace Eub and noticed that the battery life isn’t great.Is there anyway to replace the batteries 2 x 9 volt with a power supply or is it a case of modding the piezo bridge some how thanks 🙏🏽
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    Hi mate I just wanted to express my interest in the Dean.I’m supposed to be checking one out next week but having problems getting confirmation from the seller.. If he’s not got back to me by the end of the weekend I’ll definitely take it. Feel free to contact me if you still have it or not https://www.paul-francis-bassplayer.com/contact Thanks Paul
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    Working Instrument,I’d say is in poor condition but playable .It has damage as seen in photos which is reflected in the price.Would need to be collected or can deliver for petrol costs can do offers without the stand pm me
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    Hi I’d be interested in this.Is there a possibility of movement on the price ? Let me know either way cheers I’ll be coming from Somerset to pick up thanks
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