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Pier_ replied to the thread Reviving elixir strings.it doesn't happen anymore, at least since 2012 when they changed the formula of the coating, and in recent years they also upgraded it... -
Pier_ replied to the thread How long do Elixirs really last.Elixir last A LOT, until the coating don't start to deteriorate in the plucking area (if you play with a pick mostly), but still go...
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Pier_ replied to the thread Nickel strings with less nickel?.sorry for the late response: in 2012 they changed the "formula" of the coating, and now it doesn't "flake" anymore. in the last couple...
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Pier_ replied to the thread Nickel strings with less nickel?.you can try Elixir strings, which are nickel plated, sound like nickel strings, but are coated with teflon, so you are not touching...
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Pier_ replied to the thread ID strings.probably Rotosound RS66LDN, nickel version of the Swing Bass 66
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Pier_ reacted to GregBass1979's post in the thread Fender James Jamerson 62 Precision - limited run? with
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Yes can confirm you are correct. It's 100% NOT any other finish offered. Here's closer on my Jamerson neck...the cracking is there. -
Pier_ replied to the thread Fender James Jamerson 62 Precision - limited run?.no, probably it has the new "road worn" relic, that is similar tu the Closet Classic finish of the Custom Shop, a slightly reliced paint...
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Pier_ replied to the thread Roto rounds sound but smoother feel.I'm on the opposite: Hi Beams are scooped and too bright, Rotosound are full of mids and with less highs. IMHO they are the most...
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Pier_ replied to the thread String ID Request.I confirm Harley Benton. orange on 45-105 sets, light blue on 40-95 sets.
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Pier_ replied to the thread Hipshot Drop-D Players: How Do You Compromise on String Gauge?.on my Yamaha Attitude II I use the Rotosound BS66 set (43-110), on my Manson JPJ I use Elixir medium (45-105). no problem on both when I...
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Pier_ replied to the thread How important is it for your bass/gear to look the part?.from this picture, I can say that he looks cool with that bass :D
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Pier_ replied to the thread People with multiple versions of the same bass—why?.I usually do it when I find something I really like in terms of ergonomics and comfort, not to mention the pure and simple reason...
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Pier_ replied to the thread How important is it for your bass/gear to look the part?.IMHO the look matters, or at least it should be coherent with the context. I won't go deep on the "dress code" for a band, let's just...
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Pier_ replied to the thread SPECTOR® Owners Club.here some pictures of my team: - Euro4 LX Black Faded Matte (2022) - Euro4 LX Dark Cherry Red (2024) - Euro4 Classic (2019) - NS2000...
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Pier_ replied to the thread Imagine if Paul had found this hanging up on the wall instead of his Hofner....probably the first "left handed instrument" also. all the left handed musicians back then just used right handed instruments reversed.
