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I am mating a new Fender jazz neck and Deluxe Active jazz body, and was considering a set of Tapewound strings for it. It’s going to have flats either way, but I thought Tapewound’s would be interesting. Any thoughts pro or con?

Just got a used Ashdown Rootmaster 220. So far, great sounding head through my Aguilar GS112. My question is do I use the one button or two button foot switch? It has that 'octaves' feature (which I really like) as well as a Drive feature as well. I'm thinking that a two button will toggle each...

I'm not sure if this belongs here or not, but here it is: I just got and installed my Ampeg SCR-DI. The signal path is : bass output to Planet Waves tuner/mute -> TC Electronics chorus -> BBS Sonic Mini -> SCR-DI -> Behringer iNuke 1000 (in bridged mode) -> Bugera 115 cab. With this setup, I...

Anyone out there in TB Land interested in a Bugera Cab/Amp club? I just got a BT 115 and have found it to be a very clear sounding cabinet. No tonal coloring of it's own. Running through an Ampeg SVT 7 Pro head, I have only been rehearsing with it in my studio, so no gig use so far. What do all...

You know the old saying 'fool me once shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me'? Well, it happened to me! Was in a blues band with a particular (wannabe) singer/harp player, as well as some other members. Come to find out that there was a conspiracy behind my back and was outed. OK, that's fine...

What do you all think of this : For the amp/head a Carvin pre amp matched with a Behringer iNuke 1000 driving a Bugera BN 115 TS and Carvin 210? The Bugera will be replacing an Amp PF 115 HE. Thoughts?

Used Amp PF115 HE cabinet in very good shape. Porta-Flex 'flip top'. Minor scuffing and electronics are perfect. Will ship to CONUS at buyer's cost, local pick up at postal code 10509 if possible. Pictures on request

Considering replacing my Crown Power Base 2 amp with the new Behringer iNuke 1000W. Anyone have any info (other than specs) or is using one? Price is right, and weight is unbelievable 7 pounds! My Crown weighs a ton, and cut out on me ( I think thermal protection kicked in) at a gig this past...

In the process of building a jazz bass from left-over parts, and found I have an incomplete set of D'Addario Chromes! Need the G string! Anyone out there have an old set needing to be gone?

I'm in the beginning stages of building a 'Frankenbass' from parts I have laying around, including a pair of Basslines active pickups. Before I go too far, how would I check that the pickups are good? What I was thinking was to connect a 9v battery to the wires and check the output. But, being...

I play bass in a duo/trio project, as well as in a 4 piece blues band, which shares the same guitar player. We don't gig very often, and rehearsals are weekly. The guitar player, a talented, if 'eccentric' individual, is not in good health. Without going into the details, his issues are...

I have a set of Seymour Duncan Bass Lines pickups for Jazz bass that I want to use on a 'use whatever parts I have laying around' jazz bass project, and I can't seem to find a wiring diagram that accounts for a three wire (red; white & ground) connection. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I...

I'm embarking on a project to try and use up left over parts I have laying around! I have enough to build a jazz bass (except for the body and neck...), but the electronics I have are for a P-Bass! Is there any way to use them to control the dual pick ups of the Jazz? I was thinking that I would...

This just occurred to me, and, correct me if I'm wrong, but I have never seen a ground wire on the Gibson-style 3 point bridge, but there is on the flat plate Fender-style. Why is that?

After several weeks of texting back and forth with the guy who contacted me to come try out for the bassist in a country band he is forming, this coming Sunday, it looks like it will happen. We will be meeting in a local studio, and the time is charged at a reasonable rate. I just found out...

At rehearsal I had a few minutes down time, so I was messing around and played open to 12th fret on each string. Found that each was off a little; not more than a half-step sharp. OK, no big - next day I put it on the bench. flat on it's back; all strings are perfectly intonated! So my question...

I have a Dean 5 string acoustic bass, and the B string is half the volume of the rest of the strings when plugged in. I have tried replacing the piezo pickup twice, with no effect, also replaced the preamp, same result. What could be the issue here?

So, heres my question : I have a Crown Power Base I power amp. It is rated at 455 watts in both mono-bridged and parallel configurations at 4 ohms.. I run a pair of 8 ohm cabinets from it, resulting in 4 ohms. The question is - is there any difference in the two output configurations, other than...

I'm looking to buy an Epiphone Masterbuilt De Luxe Acoustic/Electric bass, but, I guess because they're so new, there aren't any in stores by me to 'test drive'. Do any of you all out there in TB land have one, or have played one? Looking for reviews and impressions before I plunk down my $1k...

I have a Crown Power Base 1 power amp and will be running it in 'parallel mono' mode into two 8 ohm speakers, wired in series. The specs on the amp say that it is good in that mode from 4 to 2 ohms, so I think I'm good. First time using this mode and want to know if the speakers in series will...

I currently own two JC basses, and the only HSC that is available for them are the Epiphone issue roles covered ones. I really would like a PVC or some other case material that doesn't need repair/replace every few years! Does anyone know of any such animal out there? I sure can't seem to find one!

OK, I know some of you will chastise me for this, but here goes anyway! Just (a few days ago) took delivery of the new Epiphone Jack Casady 20th Anniversary bass. Sweet machine! I have a JC Ltd Ed, so I'm familiar with them. It has the standard Epiphone 3 point bridge (the new bass), which I...

You are looking at my Epiphone Jack Casady Signature Limited Edition bass. It is in pristine condition, as you will see in the photos. I have made a few upgrades which enhances the already super tone and playability of this remarkable bass. First, to counter the dreaded 'neck dive', I replaced...

OK, so, being new to the use of effects (i.e. - pedals), and how the order could effect the sound, I have a question for all you TB'ers out there with more experience in this realm! My pedal board is so far configured like this : first in line is a BBE Stomp Box/Sonic Maximizer, then the TC...

Just read a short post on Facebook from some shop in the US, saying that they have just received their first shipment of the new Jack Casady 20th Anniversary basses. I have one on pre-order at Zzounds, and have heard nothing! Anyone here seen or heard anything about this? The suspense is killing me!

For sale : Epiphone Zenith in Trans Black. In mint condition, having been lovingly restored (just needed thorough cleaning and new strings!) Everything about this bass meets and exceeds expectations! Four string, fretted, strings replaced with OEM black tape wound and neck is straight. Active...

OK, I couldn't help myself, and it's done! Pre-ordered the new Jack Casady 20th. Anniversary bass! zZounds has the four payment; no credit check; no interest; no tax; no shipping deal, and I couldn't stop myself! They say expected to arrive to them about July 20th., I'm in no rush. Now, all I...

The on line music store Sweetwater is offering the new Jack Casady Signature 20th Anniversary bass for $799 on pre-order! Good deal on a matching case as well at $139. I opted for notification by email when they were actually in stock because I have other uses for the $250 (or so) they want to...

I just saw a You Tube video on the new Jack Casady Sig. Ltd. Ed. 20th Anniversary bass, and it's on the Epiphone web page.....does anyone know if it is actually available in stores yet? When will it be?

Traded my Memphis for this Sin City bass. Made in 'Vegas, USA. Plays very nice, in mint condition, good looking; light weight! The company is still there (on the web page anyway), but hasn't returned my messages. I'd love to know what wood the body is and who's pick ups are installed!

Here are some photo's of the newest member - a Sin City Bass. All I did was put a new set of Dean Markley Blue Steel's on it and adjusted the action. Of course a thorough clean up and inspection, but everything was A-OK! Intonation; neck straight; pots clean! Sounds pretty good for $150!

It has occurred to me that I am 'Fender-Free'! Just found that the basses I own do 'it' for me, and I wasn't playing the Fenders' that I did have - '72 RI P-Bass; '64 RI Jazz and a Fender style Memphis. So, I was wondering how many of you out there are also 'Fender-Free'!

Anyone ever heard of Sin City Basses? I have an offer for a trade of my Memphis P bass for a Sin City P/J bass. It's very pretty in a glossy orange flame trans color, so I'm tempted, but I can't seem to find a web page for the company. Anyone heard of them?

Anyone ever hear of them? I have an offer to trade for my Memphis; awaiting pictures.....

I think I have arrived at the point where I can't think of anything else I want or need! Musically, improvement is always the goal, but equipment wise, I think I'm there. Here's the list : Ampeg SVT 7 Pro head mated to two Ampeg PF 115 HE's; Carvin MB10; Phil Jones Session 77 Bass Amp; Carvin...

I have a spectra comp pedal, and I need help! Please? How does one load in the different effects? I have it connected to my computer with the supplied USB cable; it's powered and working; I downloaded the app, but I can't seem to figure out how to download the toneprints. Also, how do you know...

I have a basically new (used four times) Phil Jones Session 77 combo bass amp. The reason I'm letting this gem go, is because it was my second choice, and my first choice just became available at the price I can afford! So, I'll be letting this go for what I paid for it, comes with power cord...

I just bought and played a Phil Jones Session 77, and I have to say I am impressed! I have been looking for a small portable combo amp without sacrificing the low end and punch, and I believe I have found it! It weighs about 30 lbs., rates 100 watts into two 7" proprietary speakers and a...

Looking to trade or buy a Carvin MB10 combo unit. My TC Electronics BH250 head is in perfect shape, having only used it for a few months, I just am not feeling the love from it! I'm willing to add an appropriate amount of cash if you have a trade. Inbox me for details & photos of the TC BH250 if...

Just received a used Epiphone Zenith bass, and if you know anything about them, I sure would like to learn more. Here's what happened - put in a battery and plugged in, output VERY low - so low, it was barely audible with the amp turned up all the way! OK, found out battery was also almost dead...