Recent content by madrigal61

I am 47, and just starting to play bass. I've always wanted to play. even when I playing rhythm guitar in a couple of bands back in my college days. I love to read about everyone's experiences, as it keeps me on target with my journey into the land of the "low end". With one kid in High...

Wow... Is that because of carpal-tunnel syndrome... or because he was not used to playing for long periods of time? Just curious...

Ahhhh, Columbus..... Nice town. I did some explosives work out in West Jefferson back in the late 80's, but stayed in Columbus. Very good German food there....

I've used dunlop on another guitar and they haven't failed in 10 years. When I bought my Schecter C-4, I used the Schaller locks. I like the Schaller design much better. If you install them correctly, even if the lock fails, the "hook" part will keep the "button" attached to the strap...

Hello everyone! I am new to the site and to the bass... I used to play rhythm guitar in a garage band back in my college days. Music took a back seat after getting married, having kids, and chasing my career. I have always wanted to play the bass, and after much debate I have jumped...

Well, I just got a C-4, which is also a Diamond Series. It took me a bit, but I finally figured out the knobs. As a note, all knobs except the main volume have a center detent. See the attached photo for knob functions... I think that the knob layout would be the same for all diamond...

Hello fellow Schecter Owners and TalkBass members! I am a new Schecter owner. I just bought my Antique Amber C-4 last night even though it was 20 below zero in Chicago land! I am also a new member to TalkBass as well as a new bassist! I have always dreamed about playing bass, even when I...