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The pictured bass is at a local shop, and I am trying to id it. Despite the shape, the body is actually solid and quite thin, and the headstock appears much like an early Univox, but the plastic name badge is missing. Yes, the bridge is wrong, and it is missing the cover, yes the knobs are...

My local shop has an Ampeg B15N which they state is from 1966. Can anyone give me some pointers of what to look for? My Wife was with me and I did not have the time to properly evaluate the amp. Both transformers appear to be originals based on the cases, but I plan on going back to really try...

I recently acquired a very nice Silvertone 1483. It is in great shape, all original, including all of the tubes. As I already have a Danelectro made Airline 8005 Twin Twelve for guitar use, I would like to try to optimize the 1485 for bass. I plan on buying a new Jensen C15N speaker, and a new...

Does anyone have experience with the Harm Extended Scale guitar? This puppy is a 30" scale, E-E tuned. I have seen a few videos, but was hoping someone on the forum actually played one and can give a first hand review. Link Removed

I am selling my Squier 50's Classic Vibe bass. I just find myself playing my shortscale bass since I am switching back and forth from guitar. This bass is in great shape and has had significant upgrades that really make it stand out: The cheapo import electronics were replaced with US made...

So let's say I have this friend, yeah, a friend, that's it... He went to London for vacation, and bought himself a Rockinbetter kinda like what is pictured here: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] Lets just say he told me that the price is more negotiable when you are holding cash in...

Matsumoko produced mid-1970's Rickenbacker copy bass for sale. The headstock is labeled "Aspen", and web research shows the same bass was also offered under the Aria name. Here are the dirty details: Bolt on neck, single truss rod, missing bridge pickup cover, truss rod cover is on at an...

Here is a pic of my bass collection. None of the basses pictured cost more than $200. In fact, the First Act was $40! I have hot rodded all of them, built as "sleepers": with upgraded American made electronics, new wiring and upgraded pickups. All are set up well, and play pretty decently. I...

I have a Squier Bronco, and although I have it dialed in set-up wise, I just cannot seem to get the sounds out of it that I want to. I was thinking of building a FUN sized (short scale) non-reverse Fenderbird out if it. So.... My question for the panel is: Should I take a Thunderbird plan...

I recently picked up some bridge and pickup covers for my Squier CV 50's P bass. The pickup cover will fit, but the bridge cover will not. The extra meaty CV bridge is a bit wider and sets further towards the edge of the body on the body than the original, 50's style bridge. I was wondering...

I have been thinking of building a Fenderbird. Does anyone know of a source for chrome covered T-bird style bass pickups that do not cost $150+ ? Thanks, Phredster

Hi Gang, I am mildly modding my CV 50's P bass. First will be copper tape for shielding, and a new pickup w/CTS pots. While I am at it, I want to wire the thing like an original 1956. I am unable to locate a wiring diagram for a 1956 Precision. Does anyone know of one I can access online, or...

I have a new Squier Classic Vibe 50's Precision and was wondering if I can add the early 50's pickup and brdige cover without any mods other than adding the 4 screw holes. I just do not want to buy these and find out that they do not fit. Thanks!! Phredster

So has anyone played both the Squier VM Jaguar and the SX (Essex) Ursa 4? I am wondering how they compare.

GC sent me a "Bring the Band: Preview" coupon for 15% off my entire purchase between 9am and 11am this morning. I already have 4 basses and 5 guitars, but I had a plan ... First, I took my Wife to her parent's for a visit and took her Dad to breakfast. After that I drove her to the mall to...

I am rewiring and upgrading a P style bass. My online searches indicate that .047 or .1 were used by Fender. Can anyone tell me what affect the greater or lesser value capacitor will have on the tone? BTW, I am using 250K pots. Thanks, Fred

I just wanted to share my blog about ¢heapo guitars an basses: http://cheapoguitars.blogspot.com/ Just what is a Cheapo electric guitar? I am not talking about junky, useless, unplayable blobs that sorta look like a guitar. I am talking about junky guitars that can be coaxed into decent...

I have a Fender Bronco Bass that I have modded and customized. It now has new american made electronics, lipstick pickup, new hipshot tuners, and a Musicmaster through the body 4 saddle bridge. I have the bass well set up, and really dialed in as far as playability is concerned. I now want...

I was driving past a garage sale today when I spied a guitar, so I stopped to check it out. While walking up to the table, I eyeballed the Bass..... It was a Yamaha RBX774, in the case. It was dirty, dusty, and had a bowed neck and awful intonation, but the price was right: $40. I...

Yesterday afternoon, my Wife asked me to drive her to NJ to go shopping at a mall. After a 2.5 hour drive, I dropped her off and headed over top Lark Street Music in Teaneck. I know that Buzzy (The owner) had an original, stock 1956 P bass, and I wanted to get my hands on it. I have owned a...

I am modding a Bronco bass, and was wondering if anyone had installed full sized Fender tuners on one? The old Musicmaster/Mustangs had them, and I have no fears about opening up the holes, but I want to know if they will fit before I drop a wad o' cash for them. Even GFS wants $30 for a set of...