Recent content by OlieBass

I’m keeping the pickups the way that they are since I really like them. As someone who DI’s a lot and doesn’t have a fancy amp, I’ve found that a little help from a Sansamp Bass Driver DI brings out the sound of the instrument and its now really beefy.

Since others are asking for numbers, could I be added to that list too? :)

Nope, this one is mine, though if I ever do sell it, I’ll put a post on here. Doubt I’ll do that though, it’s gone straight to my main bass. Thought I’d never choose anything over my overwater active jazz but it just records so well. The only things I had to get used to was the neck is a bit...

It just caught my eye when flicking through fender jazz basses on reverb, then standard jazz’s didn’t look the same! I have a feeling the black is really big with the aerodyne guitar range too. I really considered buying a black one actually. Also, in my opinion, red goes better if I decide to...

Looks great! Yeah, probably because the “export model”, given out to dealers outside of Japan has that setup with no pickguard and Stratocaster style jack input. (This forum has a wealth of extra info on this). I don’t know if I was just lucky to be looking at the right time to pick up a...

Thanks! It depends on how sentimental you are I guess. The aerodyne is definitely lighter than my active bass (Overwater/Tanglewood contemporary Jazz) and has a growl to it! Just started playing some prog again and the tone is perfect for recording, I haven’t upgraded anything, it’s all stock...

Finally got it home! As far as I know, it’s a non-export ‘dyne from 2012. Pretty much perfect condition with no scratches, dents or dinks. Attached, of course, is the proof, might post up a more artsy picture later!

Receiving my ‘dyne tomorrow (very excited) and trying to work out a good first song... has anyone found one that the tone is spot on for? Olie