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Thanks for your input! To clarify, i no longer own a 5 string. I'll get hold of some 120 gauge strings as advised and try them out on the p bass I've seen some heavy gauge cobalt rounds in a local music shop, alledgedly they're designed for metal, might give them a try!

I've got to play in drop C for a new band i've just joined. I used to play a 5 banger but part exchanged it some time ago, and i don't have the cash for a new bass right now. So I'm planning on setting up one of my 4 strings for drop C and i have a few questions. - I have a bright and...

Here's jack bruce playing on zappas album in 1974. Brilliant bass line! Invalid Link Removed Sounds like flats to me, but i'm not 100% on that, could be dead rounds with tone rolled off.

Thanks for the input, appreciate the good suggestions :) At the moment i'm thinking a dingwall ABZ or Super P would be what im looking for.. just got to find a store in the UK that has one to try out.. if i like it start saving! Will still keep my eyes peeled and try out as much as i can in...

Hi all, I really like the feel, build and hardware quality of modern basses such as Waricks & spectors. Things like the adjustable nut, and sturdy one piece bridge with heavily embedded saddles and even the little features like ergonomic tuners really appeal to me. Also those sorts of...

nice bass!

I think this yellow and black ric looks pretty cool...

MIM's are quite hit or miss.. some are great, others have poor build quality.. worth trying out a few. I personally think MIA's are a bit of a rip off and MIJ's are just as good at a lower price. Here's a link to a good comparison video between MIM, MIA and MIJ fender jazz basses. I know...

i often find that 4x10s' sound really good on their own, but when the rest of the band kicks in, the tone is drowned out. The 1x15 and 2x10 combo keep things nice and balanced

I play though an Ashdown ABM 2x10 & MAG 1x15. I'm very pleased with the sound, the 1x15 shifts plenty of air whilst the 2x10 projects the detail of the tone, and i can get a nice balanced tone which cuts the mix very well.

Great News :) i'll do the same with my cutlass!

my music man cutlass has the same problem. tried adjusting the pick-up but nothing.

Violen is right, you may be playing harder. Again, i suggest a new set of lighter strings and perseverance will sort those callouses. However, it is true that some people are naturally prone to blisters. Suppose if the problem continues, as a last resort you could change to a fretless electric...

oh and try lighter gauge strings.

how often do you practice? I only developed blisters when i first started playing bass 7 years ago. I just waited for them to heal then got right back to practicing and they turned into callouses. I've practiced nearly every day since, even if its only for ten mins and the blisters have never...