Recent content by DaveArtista

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    Kala Ubass Megathread, Part 1

    Good luck on curing the problem. Scotch's advice may just do the trick. As far as the polyurethane strings are concerned, I am still on 'a fence' with them. I had expected a mini version 'feel' of a standard size acoustic bass. Much like that of a good baritone ukulele compared to an...
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    Kala Ubass Megathread, Part 1

    My Kala bass is exactly the same model type and looks as Tommy Hagen's. This is the first full day of ownership. I am having minor concerns but will allow time to tell. I do love this little creature although my expectations were a bit different. Thanks for this club, ill need some advice..
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    UPGRADING SQUIER BASS TIPS

    Hi my bassist brothers- In getting back into the music world, I too purchased a GREAT Fender Squier JBass last year and i love it. Nothing will ever compare to my old Fender Jazz American Standard of course(long gone). BUT in upgrading to Seymour Duncan Quarter pounders I may be able to...
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    1966 Klira Twen Star 356 bass may need repair

    I may start searching for that model on the right as well. Can you set me on the right path ? How does it sound in comparison to the 356, i guess i should ask what model it is first. And i will definitely keep you informed as to the status of my Twen. Later i will take pics and post them too...
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    1966 Klira Twen Star 356 bass may need repair

    I will look for any hairline cracks that may be there,,i hope there isn't . Again thanks for the great response and advice. I'm sure you love your Kliras as i do mine. So fun to play. Mine looks just like yours on the left of course ,,except mine has the original pickups. (not rubbing it in,,lol)
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    1966 Klira Twen Star 356 bass may need repair

    I write here asking for advice. This Klira is my very first bass. I had bought it in the very late 70s. It has always been in good condition especially after i had started to purchase other basses later on in life. I stored this one away but it was always my first love. In 2006 I had taken it...