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    One year into the Pandemic and used prices are WAY UP! Time to liquidate?

    Maybe the Canadian market is different but around here I’ve seen no increase in prices.
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    Another neck dive thread (G&L L2500 Trib)

    I have the same bass and no neck dive at all. I have a wide leather strap...
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    Doubling instruments

    Another scenario for double drummers is in the older bands that needs back up for the main (older) drummer in case he gets tired :) also, check out any crossroads festival footage there are multiple anything on that stage, drummers included.
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    Who needs a practice amp?

    I LOVE this little thing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PZSHMHV Not only I get to play with headphones on, it also connects via BT to your phone letting you play along with any track or YouTube video. Great for learning new songs.
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    Need help building a real bass rig on a budget.

    I’m too old to carry the 410s. I got a used markbass 250 head for less than $200 and a markbass 2x10 cab for $250 so combined at about $450 I have a light weight, gig ready Rig. I have another markbass 2x10 in case I really need to push some air but I doubt I’ll get a chance to use both anytime...
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    5-String Electric Basses Under $500...

    Go on FB marketplace and get a used one. For some reason the 5 strings are cheaper used than a 4 string used. As for brands, I really like my G&L and the Warwick comes after. Personally, I don’t like Ibanez.
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    Guitar Center used site

    Bergantino HT115 Bass Cabinet $349.99 [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]
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    What to do, what to do...

    Dude, you’re 59. Repeat after me: “I’m too old for this poopie!” there comes a point in life where you need to move on from the drama. You have the name, website, FB page, bass, rhythm & singer. Just find a drummer and lead guitar and free your self from the stress. Not worth getting a heart...
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    The Band Name Game

    Pop Shock! Drowning _____________
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    P v. P, flats v. rounds

    I prefer flats as well and most of my Basses are strung with flats. The d'addario chromes are the best I’ve had. I also have Fender’s flats. Not to divert the thread but I recently traded for a 5 string and I want to string it with flats, the only d'addario chromes I found in 5 strings is the...
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    Holiday Deals 2019 **Official Thread**

    Instrument cables on sale (different lengths and connection types): Fender Vintage Voltage Instrument Cables: 12 ft. Straight-Straight $12.50, 20 ft. Coil Straight-Angle $15 & More + Free Shipping
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    Any good used gear websites or Apps?

    I'm with you but the local guys are asking 20%-30% over GC used prices...
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    Any good used gear websites or Apps?

    I searched the forums and no good thread since the early 2Ks! Most of the links in those threads were dead so, what's your favorite website to buy used gear? I'll start the list and will update as we go along. Websites reverb.com eBay.com Guitar Center Used Gear TalkBass Classified Section...
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    Holiday Deals 2019 **Official Thread**

    Great deals on Digitech pedals: Guitar and Bass Effects Pedals Individual pedal discounts or buy 7 pedals bundle for $300: Reborn to be Wild Bundle - Harman Audio US
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    Holiday Deals 2019 **Official Thread**

    $39.99 with free shipping looks like a really good deal for a hard shell case: https://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-deluxe-bass-case/540946000001000