Recent content by Gashouse

So what does it matter 50 years later? It's just like John, he comes back and reminds us of himself...John was Andy Kaufman before Andy was. He would have loved this attention and laughed at our sanctimony. Bagists. Even his son called him a hypocrite. I would bet he would embrace that...

it's a belly button question but...if you take care of both, a crappy bass will last longer than a crappy amp. upgrade amp 1st: my vote and opinion.

practicing as mentioned previous (on other post): you can tin twisted wire ends as a first practical effort. ALSO, this also is an indicator if the tip is burnt out or the tip isn't hot enough. If at all possible I try to strip some 18g or 20g stranded wire and tin it to see if the iron tip is...

ooh...I was waiting for a better punch line. too bad. I know mine is justa "I got one" becoz of it's '74 age...but...I had to go to the commission store to reassure myself..I too, almost dint buy it.

in 1982 bought a 'beatle bass' for $400. Turns out it is a 1974 500/1, and regardless, back in college I drooled over it, I didn't have the money then and I considered it a deal then so I bought it. I'd never ever sell it. It is the most fun I have playing...peeps oogle over it. in 1999 I...

have you checked the wiring against original schematics and make sure all the grounds are being made? If the wiring is stranded, you might be holding on by a single strand...no pun intended. also, pots aren't sealed right? they collect dust. A can of computer duster will extend the life...

Just talking out loud...the tip isn't temper A). It wasn't tinned B). It doesn't look cleaned C). A) temper the tip...leave the iron plugged in for 5 minutes. then using a wet sponge, or a soaked doubled over hand-towel; wipe the tip by placing the tip on the sponge or towel and pull the...