I'm starting to feel sorry for this bass

**T. B. Player** · #1 09-20-2007, 01:02 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/Roscoe-SKB3006-6...QQcmdZViewItem

Someone needs to give it a good home and feed it well.....

Gard · #2 09-20-2007, 01:45 PM

I just don't get it...that was a VERY GOOD instrument, one that stuck in my mind, played and sounded incredible.

Guess sometimes it takes a while for 'em to find "home"....

CrashClint · #3 09-20-2007, 02:45 PM

It is a good looking 6 string bass. I really want a Roscoe 4 string. I just spent $3000 on Lasik, so I know I can't buy it. My wife told me if I wanted to buy a Roscoe 3000 I would have to sell either my 3006 or 3005.

Steve Clark · #4 09-23-2007, 11:15 AM

I'm watching this one on the 'bay. I suppose this is too general a question but what can you tell me about the bass?

I currently use a 5 string Sadowsky and 5 string Rob Allen. I tend to favour the back pup on the Sadowsky play towards to bridge on both basses. Saw Jimmy Haslip, want a 6 string that looks great. This bass might fit the bill if its set up well and has some of that tone that I am looking for/used to. I played have played my friends Ken Lawrence as well as another bass with the Bart 3 band. Those both seem to lack a lot off bass boost but then again I'm used to the Sad that has more than I'll ever need.

Steve Clark · #5 09-24-2007, 10:39 AM

Oh what the heck. I think I just bought it on an offer.

00Funk · #6 09-24-2007, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Gard

I just don't get it...that was a VERY GOOD instrument, one that stuck in my mind, played and sounded incredible.

Guess sometimes it takes a while for 'em to find "home"....

Steve Clark "gets it"

Steve Clark · #7 09-24-2007, 05:25 PM

I'm looking forward to getting it.

Jeff Moote · #8 09-24-2007, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Clark

I'm looking forward to getting it.

Congrats! I think you'll be very happy with the whole Roscoe deal, especially with this bass being your first from them

Gard · #9 09-24-2007, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Clark

I'm looking forward to getting it.

I really hope you dig it, it will be a good compliment to the Sadowsky and Rob Allen, I think.

Steve Clark · #10 09-25-2007, 01:13 PM

Quick question - shipping by air. Strings loose or tuned to pitch? Any thoughts?

Gard · #11 09-25-2007, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Clark

Quick question - shipping by air. Strings loose or tuned to pitch? Any thoughts?

NEVER detune strings, unless you are going to completely loosen the trussrod as well.

We ship every bass tuned to standard pitch.

Steve Clark · #12 09-25-2007, 01:31 PM

Thanks Gard. That's what I have usually done or been asked to do when selling a bass. Didn't want to take any chances with this baby especially by air. Might have it in my paws by Thursday.

What gauge and brand strings do use with Roscoe? Not sure what this will be coming with. I read with interest the Roscoe thread where folks are discussing different string brands with different pres and hearing a difference.

Of and what's the construction of Jimmy Haslip's current bass? Just curious. I'm sure I'll sound just like him by the weekend.

Gard · #13 09-25-2007, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Clark

Thanks Gard. That's what I have usually done or been asked to do when selling a bass. Didn't want to take any chances with this baby especially by air. Might have it in my paws by Thursday.

There is a thread somewhere about the topic with a post by yours truly that goes into some detail as to WHY it is a bad idea. Suffice it to say, I worked at Bass Central for 5 years, and unboxed/uncased thousands of bass guitars from dozens of high end builders. Not a single one was tuned below standard pitch.

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What gauge and brand strings do use with Roscoe? Not sure what this will be coming with. I read with interest the Roscoe thread where folks are discussing different string brands with different pres and hearing a difference.

We ship the basses with D'Addario XL nickel-wounds, guages (for 6) as follows:

.032 .045 .065 .085 .100 .125

I like the strings, they're reliable and sound pretty good, but personally I use DR Black Beauties (same guages exactly, surprisingly!), as I prefer the tone and they last FOREVER.

(They also just look cool.

)

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Of and what's the construction of Jimmy Haslip's current bass? Just curious. I'm sure I'll sound just like him by the weekend.

Jimmy's LG 3006 has an exhibition quilt maple top, mahogany back, standard (maple/purpleheart/maple) neck, pau ferro fingerboard, Bart pickups & 3-band preamp.

If you REALLY want to get Jimmy's thing, you gotta set it up with the strings backward (he strings a lefty bass like a righty!

). This worked perfectly for me last weekend.

Steve Clark · #14 09-25-2007, 02:06 PM

I went to see the Yellowjackets and had great seats. It's the first time I've seen Jimmy in person. Did the meet and greet thing after with my 13 year old son and mentioned that we were bass players but righty. He suggested that we not do it his way since he made it a lot harder for himself. It sure looks weird! Cool guys all round and a great show.

Steve Clark · #15 10-01-2007, 07:41 PM

After a bun fight between my broker and UPS the bass will be here tomorrow. Finally.

smakbass · #16 10-01-2007, 09:35 PM

Nice new bass Steve!

Steve Clark · #17 10-02-2007, 10:30 AM

It's unbelievable!

This bass far exceeds my expectations in every way. Of course it is stunning to look at and the craftsmanship is second to none. Its a work of art. The pictures from TB and the eBay sale do not do it justice. I wasn't sure about the gold buts but it works for this bass very well. I'm very happy with how it sounds and plays. The seller said it would come with old DR High Beams but those sound great to me. I can't imagine what news strings would sound like.

I think the Sadowsky will be gathering dust for a while and I expect I'll be looking for a fretless 6er sometime down the road. Heck there might be a Sadowsky and Rob Allen for sale in the not too distant future.

I do believe that this bass has indeed found a home.

Jeff Moote · #18 10-02-2007, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve Clark

It's unbelievable!

...

I do believe that this bass has indeed found a home.

Glad to hear it Steve!! Roscoe basses really are the best. Just wait until you hear it in a band situation. Those tones just blend so well, but cut just right in the mix. The neck pup is like a giant P-bass, and that's only one available tone

You know where to look for a fretless to go with it right now...

Gard · #19 10-02-2007, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve Clark

It's unbelievable!

This bass far exceeds my expectations in every way. Of course it is stunning to look at and the craftsmanship is second to none. Its a work of art. The pictures from TB and the eBay sale do not do it justice. I wasn't sure about the gold buts but it works for this bass very well. I'm very happy with how it sounds and plays. The seller said it would come with old DR High Beams but those sound great to me. I can't imagine what news strings would sound like.

I think the Sadowsky will be gathering dust for a while and I expect I'll be looking for a fretless 6er sometime down the road. Heck there might be a Sadowsky and Rob Allen for sale in the not too distant future.

I do believe that this bass has indeed found a home.

[Mr. Burns voice: ON]

Exxxxxxxcllent!!!! (steeples fingers)

Smithers, I do believe we have yet another convert....

[Mr. Burns voice: OFF]

Glad to hear it arrived safe & sound! Even happier to hear it has found a home...it truly deserves it!

Steve Clark · #20 10-02-2007, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff Moote

Glad to hear it Steve!! Roscoe basses really are the best. Just wait until you hear it in a band situation. Those tones just blend so well, but cut just right in the mix. The neck pup is like a giant P-bass, and that's only one available tone

You know where to look for a fretless to go with it right now...

Indeed I do. Although I think I'd get lost without fret markers like my RA.

You are right this bass has a lot of tones and I like having mid control which is the one thing I miss on my Sad. Different animals certainly. I think this bass might evn smoke my friends Ken Lawrence. Sure does in looks and the pre seems to have more balls that's for sure.