Recent content by basslambdin

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    Mahogany Neck and Body

    I'm getting ready to build a fender style P/J four string. I've been really indecisive about woods to use. I know I can easily go with alder/ash maple and rosewood to get the classic sound, but I want to try to use a solid mahogany body and neck, with an ebony fingerboard (to add some...
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    RedBear MK120(JCM800) Amp for Bass

    Thanks! I'm going to pick up the red bear. I'll be playing out of an ampeg 8X10, and I'm thinking about adding a 15 or 18'' cab with that. It seems extreme but it might add that low end...what do you think? I'll let you know how the amp sounds in a few days.
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    RedBear MK120(JCM800) Amp for Bass

    Anyone ever played out of one of these red bear amps? They are almost identical to the earlier Marshall JCM 800s. I play both bass and guitar in various bands, looking for something to suit both needs. Anyone know anything about Bass through a JCM800 (guitar head not the bass head...)...
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    1974 Fender Bassman 100 -- Buy It or Not?

    I've seen the unrestored heads go from $300-800. The one I'm looking at is $650....but its CLEAN. Link Removed
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    1974 Fender Bassman 100 -- Buy It or Not?

    Thanks...I've been looking for a music man head, but can't find any in decent condition for a worth price...
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    1974 Fender Bassman 100 -- Buy It or Not?

    I've played out of countless tube amps and solid state amps. I have an opportunity to buy a completely restored '74 bassman 100 head for a great price. I play moderately loud punk, blues, and rock (sometimes on guitar as well which is why I want something versatile...). Is this amp worth...