Recent content by exkluesive

I have a BBP35, used mostly for Sunday mornings but also for production work. The J hum is absolutely noticeable to the point that if another tonal musician is not playing, I'm volume pedaling completely off. Love the tone because you get that classic dry bark, but even with the neck pickup...

My sentiments match yours. If I can afford it, I'll get it.

Thanks for the clarification and the steps!

I really appreciate the extra suggestions on the strap pins!

Hey Rich, Thanks for the breakdown. I've been playing music for a while so I totally get the idea that it is always the player more than the instrument. This was mostly about the purchase cost versus the initial repairs having to be done so soon, beyond regular setups. Its interesting to see...

I totally agree. Incidentally I bought the bass from GC Online so I didn't get to play it before buying it. Most brick and mortars carry a wider selection of 4 strings than 5, hence I went to play the BBP 34 to get a sense of how the bass would sound. In most cases I prefer to buy in stock...

Well said!

THANK YOU S.F. for the detail on this response! I'm finding myself in the second paragraph when it comes to the back-up; I should have worded it as a second bass that I can play if one is in the shop, or for versatility. I don't plan on having a full stable of basses ( I say that now:)). I...

Thanks for the level setting. Getting toothpicks today :)

Very helpful perspective Trevor! One thing I tend to shy away from are signature basses or basses made famous by a particular bassist. I just like getting a regular instrument or less than famous bit of gear and being able to develop my own signature on it, so I'm glad I'm not into 'player...

I had a SR375 M that I grew quite fond of; loved the thinner neck. It started to have electrical issues with the input jack, and I was looking specifically for sonic versatility with the pickups, hence the P/J choice.

Funny thing is I have my eyes set on a G&L 2500. I wish I was so lucky to be able to build my own. Thanks so much for your feedback!

This is why I shouldn't type after a certain time PST...lol. Yes..it is absolutely a five string. There's a pic of it and the nut. I tried as much as I could to dial in the intonation on that fifth string, spent time in forums and videos, and it just would not intonate. Here's the thing: I...

Long time reader, but new member, and first post. The following discussion is what prompted me to actually sign up so I could get some feedback from all the distinguished, seasoned bassists on here. Here goes. I've been playing bass for about five or so years. I've played other instruments...