Recent content by Brandondabass

Ha, I totally know what you're saying. Damn, having difficulty getting my head around this. I've been playing a 4th above everyone. I do get a good giggle out of it though. It's my band so I can't sack myself but am working hard to remedy this calamity. The high C does sound brilliant though and...

Thank you everyone for your advice. I made the change and discovered there was minimal change required. I did need to slightly alter the intonation on a few strings and ofcourse saddle height but again, only minimally. I now have to retrain my brain to visualise the new string configuration from...

I have a standard 5 string setup on my USA Jazz Bass but I want to out a high C on it ie remove the B and have E A D G C. Any tips on setup for this config? A I likely to experience massive action and relief differences? Cheers Brandon

Your review has now served to empty my bank account. Damn this nagging case of GAS. I am a VERY happy user of the 1001RB II but am now most likely to invest in the Fusion 550. I've always wanted tube warmth. My wife will be very displeased, but as I've always said to her "gear first, bills...

I just ordered my USA standard Jazz V. I'm a passivist all the way only because I don't want a smokin' gig to fall apart because of a 9V battery (plus the tone of the passive are nicer IMHO). Also I played a squier Affinity V for the last few years and I have to say they are AMAZING...

In no particular order I know I'm going to get shot down for this one: 1. Wham: Wake Me Up Before You Go Go. (had to learn it for a gig once. Very apprehensive to learn it for obvious reasons). Check it out and don't let the stigma of the song detract from brilliance of this bassline...

I invested alot of money in my fender customshop 64 Jazz and I have to say it is by far the best bass I have ever owned. I live in Sydney so got it for $3500AUD. I do alot of gigs across Australia and o/s so invested in a Squier VM Jazz to travel with and I have to say it is absolutely...