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Hi guys, in need a a little help. I recently bought a used Fender TB600C. The condition of the combo is near perfect. The sound coming from the 2x10 is great, but! When I turned up the dial for the horn, I notice a slight static (or not so clean) sound coming from the horn. At first I though it...

Recently, I got rid of my Line 6 bass pod and decided to go with individual pedals. The one I always wanted was a bass wah. To my dismay, I can't understand why it changed the tone of my Ampeg SVP-CL. It was bright and punchy, and now it is darker and not as pronounced. I know this Wah has been...

Hey guys, need a little help here. I may have to part with one of my Ernie Balls and can't decide? I have a beautiful SR HH in black cherry burst which is a beast of a bass. Recently I picked up the new Classic SR (white w/tort). I just need to know if there is a redundancy by having both...

Hey guys, The other day I brought home a beautiful SR Classic I've been wanting (procrastinating) from GC for almost a year. Well, after my tech puts new strings (EB hybrid 45-105) adjusts the action and lemons up my fretboard, I take her home. I allow the base to sit in its case for awhile...

Hey guys, need a little help. Can a Little MarkBass III run two 2x10s at 8 ohms each? Also, who they need to be daisy-chained?

Hi guys, I tried looking this question up, but am still a little unsure. I noticed that my Ampeg 610hlf was connected to my Crest power amp in mono bridge with the button pushed in (correct for mono). I was wondering for home use, should I be running it in A side stereo mode (back button...

Hi guys, I need some advice. I currently own a Line 6 Bass Pod live. I mainly use it for having fun and experimentation of sounds. I also have an Ampeg SVP-CL which is a very clean preamp. I've checked out the video on the new Ibanez Tube Sceamer and like what I hear. Has anyone tried the...

Hey guys, Just need some advice. Even though I'm a grown up (wife, kids, doggies etc) I'm still a kid on the inside. So when it come to letting go of things, it gets a little difficult. A bit of my backround. I'm am a bass hobbist and I love the sound that t he bass produces. Like some of you...

Hey guys, I've not posted in a very long time. However, I am am in dire need of some advice. Like most of you, I am in love with the low end of the spectrum. In time I have picked up some pretty nice basses & amps and couldn't be happier. Guitars on the other hand... after two teles and two...

Has anyone else noticed if the frets on the 08 Fender Jazz or Precision feel a bit sharp? Upon visual inspection they seem perfectly fine. When I slide my hand up or down the neck, I feel the frets ( bumpy) on my upper palm. On my 60's classic jazz, Geddy, and 07 AmDlx Precision this is not the...

I was just wondering who out there has a really great set-up, ie. good amp with either a 410, 610 or 810 cab. Yet still plays for the sheer enjoyment (for a hobby), but has intentions of playing with others down the line. I know that some will say that anything above a practice combo is more...

Hey guys, Just need to share a little sadness :crying:. Yesterday I let go of my J24. It is a real nice bass, but suffered the ill-fated pre-amp blow out. Yes, I mistakenly put the battery in the wrong way. Anyhow, it was fixed free of charge and I decided to let it go in order to get a...

Hey guys, I'm in need of some help. I'm very close to sealing deal which wil net me this: Now, I'm not sure if I want the head. For a long time I've been eyeing the new Fender TB series (600 - 1200). So, my question is. Do I need a seperate pre-amp if I go with the Fender head? I...

Hey guys, I need some advice. Lately I've been thinking about getting a cab/head combination. Recently I came across a used Ampeg 610HLF for $689. (on consignment). It looks and sounds really good. Has slight tear on back right corner. Also, it is MIA. I've also been eyeing the Fender 610pro...

Hey guys, Silly question coming up. Please humor me :) . Yesterday I got a chance to sit down and really dig into a Japanese made Sadowsky. The bass sells for over 2K and I'm not sure what model it is. I know it is a Jazz with 4 knobs in sunburst with a rosewood fret board. While I was...

Hey guys, and happy new year. I want to ask the question of brand loyalty. Yep, I dare ask the ultimate in "fanboyism". No bashing or trash talking allowed. This is strictly about pride and happiness. For instance, when I first started my Journey at 18 years of age. I was strictly all...

*apology in advance, Im not good at explaining technical terms. I've been trying to get the annoying, tinny, fret buzz out of the 12th-17th frets from my American Deluxe P. I've straightened the neck (1/4 turn each day) as much as I could. While still leaving a slight curvature. My string...

Hey guys, I just did a humidity check in my basement and it read 27%. I want to get a humidifier to bring up the level. Any thoughts on cold vs hot mist?

This is not meant to be a slam to any higher end bass owner(s). I figured since there are players who like for example, a MIM Jazz over its MIA counterpart. Why not ask the same of owners of boutique basses who also own regular off the shelf basses. So after lusting, fantasizing and saving up...

Hey guys, I am seeking some opinions on the Ibanez SR700 versus my Fender Jazz bass 24. I know I am suffering from a case of G.A.S., but there is something nice about the SR700. I got a chance to play one over at Dave Phillips in Allentown. and thought it was real nice. Now having said that...

Hey guys, I wanted to share some of my experiences over the last six months concerning my return to the bass world. First off, I'm having a great time learning from a proper teacher. Second, G.A.S. is contagious, but I think I have it under control now :D. Third, I discovered that after a good...

Over the last few months I have received some pretty good advice from many TB'ers. The one that sticks out the most is bass value. Some have stated "you get what you pay for" while others believe that a more inexpensive (or modestly priced) instrument can be as good, if not even better than a...

How many of you have a bass that will make its way to your offspring? or Who has received a bass that has been passed down to you from either a parent or other family member (i.e. grandparent, uncle, older sibling)? Out of my 6 fenders, I can easily see at least one of them going to...

Hey guys, Just a little bummed about what happened to my J24 the other day. After playing it, I went to put it back on its hercules stand. When suddenly, It slipped out of my hands and bounced of the padded floor (I share basement with my kids play area), landing on my son's Thomas the train...

Hey guys, A few weeks back I picked up a Bassman 250 amp. All was good until I discovered that when I plug in my headphones, the sound still comes out of the speaker and not the phones. I checked to make sure that the jack was all the way in, but still same problem. I still have time to...

Hey guys, by now I have bored you with my combo amp situation. Over the past couple of weeks I've been comparing my 4 amps with one another, using both active and passive basses. The only thing I'm having issue with is getting to get B100r to sound the way I would like it. At first I thought...

I currently own 3 of the new Fender SKB cases. Two of them have no real distinguishable smell. My 08 Candy Cola P bass on the other hand has a distinct smell of either cherry or strawberry (I haven't figured it out yet). Has anyone else owning a new Fender Precision, Jazz, Stratocaster or even...

Hey guys, With all the how many bass threads there are floating around. I figured it would be neat to ask, How many amps does one have? At first, there is usually the first practice combo amp. Then there is the search for the perfect tone. Then bells and whistles may creep up (i.e. effects)...

While I will admit that I must have been living under a rock (metal, hard, soft speed etc) for the last 3 decades. I must say as an aspiring bassist, I'm a bit embarrassed for not knowing who phenomenal players such as Jaco, Marcus Miller, Victor (Bailey and Wooten) and Stanley Clarke are. As of...

Hey guys, Lately I've been thinking about where some of my amps come from. On the Fender front, I own a SuperChamp XD, a BDEC and a Bassman 250/210. IMO, they are really wonderful amps and fulfill my needs perfectly. The only other amp I would like to add would have to be a Blues jr. Having...

Hey guys, at the moment I own a Line 6 150 Lowdown and an Ampeg rocket B100r. Of the 2, I love the sound of the Ampeg best. While cruising GC today, I came across a Fender 250/210 combo. I plugged in a Geddy and started to play. Immediately I notice a more fuller sound (specially when sapping)...

I am so sorry for asking this very novice question. I am just unsure and it's been a long time since I've done it. What is the proper way to power down (turn off) an amp and cord removal of a guitar or bass? Also, if you are playing a passive bass and want to switch to an active bass, how...

Hey guys, I seek some advice on Fender's P bass. I currently own a 2007 Fender American Deluxe P bass in Amber with a rosewood fret board. It is a real sweet bass that compliments my passive jazz basses. As of late, I've been trying out a couple of new American standard P (08's). One in...

Hey guys, I noticed that a lot of folks like the old worn-in distressed look on their basses. For some, the worn finish from where your forearm rests can be seen as a sign of character (or actual usage). Nicks and scratches are considered battle scars. I actually think that's great and can...

Hey guys, After reading the massive thread titled "If you have a Squier do you have a Fender". I got to thinking, What makes a Fender, a Fender? Is it the sum of it's parts (i.e. pick ups, type of wood, finish, truss rod etc)? The origin of it's country? Staying true to what it's original...

With all the talk of modifying this and changing that. Folks sending in their instruments to be made relic. I kind of wanted to know if there are any of you that have at least one bass or even guitar (ooh, I hope that' not blasphemy) that was purchased of the rack that has not been changed and...

Has anyone else with the 24 experience fret buzz with a low action as I have? On my American standard it is low and sounds really good. The 24 (which I love) needs the action raised pretty high in order to get rid of what I find to be a twangy, hollow buzz. Not all frets, just some, my guess...

play professionally or seriously collect? While looking around at a ship load of beautiful basses. I got to thinking, How many out there have more than 1 bass and don't play in a band as a profession? I myself, have been on a ten year hiatus and just recently rejoined the fold. Originally...

Being a huge, long time fan of Rush. One of my favorite albums has been Fly By Night. There is one song that has intrigued me the most. By-Tor and the Snow dog. In the middle Alex and Geddy get into a nasty (meaning awsome) duel with guitar and bass. Many times I've often wondered "who is...

on my Geddy to either a pearl white or tort. When I went to my shop I noticed that not all Jazz PGs are the same (the holes were in different spots for the MIAs). Can anyone tell me where I could order one specifically for the Geddy?