Bassmonkey Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Finally bought a Gibson Les Paul bass. been GASing for one for ages and finally got my hands on one in glorious cherry sunburst. It weighs a ton but sounds mega being a huge slab of mahogany. Was the only bidder on EBay. Exact same model on sale at Dawsons in Leeds for £1449 so I am well happy having paid £690. Debuting it tonight at my gig. Cant wait. Sorry to be crowing, just had to share the joy! Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahpook Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 bet you're gonna be grinning like a loon on stage with it tonight. we need a full report and pics, natch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted March 31, 2012 Author Share Posted March 31, 2012 Watch this space - will letya all know tomorrow.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBus Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Sounds like quite a bargain. I'm sure it'll have a big sound with that block of wood. Have you booked in with the osteopath yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 [b]Bargain [/b][b] & pictures please [/b][b] [/b] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 I can't see it anywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 I wonder which one this was, as I was looking at a couple of Ebay - red burst with case, maybe? They are great basses. Built of super-heavy dark matter, but great basses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Wazoo Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Until we sight it it ain't worth jack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkG3 Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 Bargain! Have a good one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 I may make it a new rule that you can't post about new stuff unless it includes pics of it. And I mean your own pics not googled ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munkonthehill Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 [quote name='Machines' timestamp='1333262541' post='1599257'] I may make it a new rule that you can't post about new stuff unless it includes pics of it. And I mean your own pics not googled ones. [/quote] Haha, I like that rule Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted April 1, 2012 Author Share Posted April 1, 2012 [attachment=103847:012.JPG]Debuted the Les Paul last night. Really liked it. It is a tad heavy but seems really well balanced. I used a fairly wide padded strap to compensate for this. The first thing I noticed is just how loud the pickups are. I also used an active Stingray and the LP was noticeably louder. The pickup sourrounds offer a handy place to rest your thumb too. I found the blended pickup selector worked best for me with more through the rhythm than treble. The bottom end is immense and the top is really zingy and bright. Not sure I'll ever use the far extent of the brightness to be fair but versatile I guess? It also sustains really well. The only slight "moment" was when the top [email="bl@@dy"]bl@@dy[/email] strap pin pulled out mid song, I managed to finish the song kind of with one leg supporting the beast. Cue quick swap to the Musicman. Looking at it today, the screws were a bit small considering the weight they have to support. New screw used and it feels nice and secure now. Using again tonight so hopefully no more hiccups! (other minor downside is that the case is so nice, I am worried it'll get knackered in the van. Will be transfering in to another today he he - not really a problem) Anyway, here's a few pics as promised. Feel free to drool boys and girls! Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted April 1, 2012 Author Share Posted April 1, 2012 Forgot to say - the seller described the bass as about 8.5 out of 10. He must have high standards, If I had bought this new - I would have been happy. Not a scratch or a mark on it. Also, the one in Dawsons has a fairly crude joint at the neck, this one is perfect. Happy and a bit smug boy! See ya. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkG3 Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merello Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Beaut! Do Gibson not do an oversized LP Bass? You might have bagged one. http://www2.gibson.com/Products/Electric-Guitars/Bass/Gibson-USA/Les-Paul-Standard-Bass-Oversized.aspx Edited April 2, 2012 by merello Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 [quote name='Bassmonkey' timestamp='1333278163' post='1599434'] [attachment=103847:012.JPG]Debuted the Les Paul last night. Really liked it. It is a tad heavy but seems really well balanced. I used a fairly wide padded strap to compensate for this. The first thing I noticed is just how loud the pickups are. I also used an active Stingray and the LP was noticeably louder. The pickup sourrounds offer a handy place to rest your thumb too. I found the blended pickup selector worked best for me with more through the rhythm than treble. The bottom end is immense and the top is really zingy and bright. Not sure I'll ever use the far extent of the brightness to be fair but versatile I guess? It also sustains really well. The only slight "moment" was when the top [email="bl@@dy"]bl@@dy[/email] strap pin pulled out mid song, I managed to finish the song kind of with one leg supporting the beast. Cue quick swap to the Musicman. Looking at it today, the screws were a bit small considering the weight they have to support. New screw used and it feels nice and secure now. Using again tonight so hopefully no more hiccups! (other minor downside is that the case is so nice, I am worried it'll get knackered in the van. Will be transfering in to another today he he - not really a problem) Anyway, here's a few pics as promised. Feel free to drool boys and girls! Andy [/quote] I had one of these, cracking basses, and used to get a lot of interest from punters about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 You've given me GAS, you villain! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted April 3, 2012 Author Share Posted April 3, 2012 Ha ha. Good luck boys! Told you I was a bit smug! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jigster Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Nice - is there any/much neck dive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted April 3, 2012 Share Posted April 3, 2012 Excellent... steal..!! Crow away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted April 3, 2012 Author Share Posted April 3, 2012 [quote name='Jigster' timestamp='1333468723' post='1602181'] Nice - is there any/much neck dive? [/quote] No - perfectly balanced. Just a weighty beast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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