Recent content by MDStingray

Update: I loosened the screws of the cover as suggested by @frankie5string and that did the job. Obviously not a long term solution as the cover now rattles and is unstable, but as others suggested, it proofed that the foam applies to much pressure and I need to rip the foam out, or cut it...

If they read these comments - I think they are having a laugh.

Indeed, Same Labellas and the E-string saddle is far, far back

Want to keep everything original, but I hear what you are saying, Probably will go with a spare cover and apply a custom (smaller) piece of foam.

I'd rather keep the bass all original, but I will keep it in mind. I will give this a try for sure. I'll give this a try if the trial & error mentioned in the quote above, does not work. The action is perfect for me - Not too high at all. Will keep this in mind when other options fail. The...

Yes, I got one. I got lured into buying just because of Fender and the somewhat vague James Jamerson's '62-P association. Hey, I'm being honest here. That being said - I love the bass. It sounds and plays great. The neck is awesome, and I really like the gentle relic, and it weighs a decent 9...

B-E-A utiful. Congrats! De Gier basses are awesome.

Thanks, and will do!

Hear, hear

Me neither, and it does take (at least for me) some time getting used to it, but with 2 weeks in, I am good to go.

I'm not a even a dentist ;-)

I bought one two weeks ago. Probably I was one of the very first who did. All the negative comments on Talkbass, Youtube, Basschat and Reddit. I find it quite amusing. To summarize: I must be an insane Dentist who paid way too much for a boring and crappy bass that nobody is going to buy...

Used to love Soul-singers. The raw emotional loud cries. loved it with a passion. Can't stand it now - Hysterical screaming that annoys me big time.

Thanks. It plays and sounds great. I used to be a road warrior, but currently a couch bassist. Which is fine, for now :)

New Yamaha-kid on the block. BBP34 in Vintage White - Amazing bass. Bought it used, but it's in mint condition.