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I just got done looking through every “identify these flats” thread I could find on TB, and none of them mention flats identical to these. They have bright red silk on the tuner ends and black silk on the ball ends. The balls are colored: B=white E=red A=blue D=white G=red They came on a five...

:(:confused::thumbsdown::dead: My Spector Forte 4 was built in Feb. 2016, and I bought it second hand in Dec. 2016. I have never dropped it, not even in the case. I keep it in standard tuning. This morning I start playing it and I feel something on the back of the neck, close to the lower...

This may just be the GAS talking, but I am seriously considering upgrading my home practice amp. My 1965 Alamo Paragon is a charming novelty, but doesn't seem to be doing my basses any justice. Alamo Paragon II by Ellery posted Nov 2, 2016 at 8:43 PM I've realized that for how much I use it at...

My Forte 4 has jazz pickups and I want to adjust the pickup height. My D and G strings are lower volume than the others, and after fiddling with the eq and changing strings, I measured the pickup height and lo and behold... the pickups are much lower on the treble side. I've loosened the...

I am honestly quite stoked about my new custom pedalboard. Right now I'm only using two pedals live, running a Darkglass B3k into a MXR M80 preamp, directly into the effects return jack on my GK 1001RB. This way I am not subject to the GK's baked-in tone and can still enjoy it's ballsy power...

Last December I bought something from a TB classified ad for the first time. I was very satisfied but I didn't know how to leave feedback. I realized later how important it was for a seller to have good reviews. I just figured out how to post the feedback, it wants the URL from the original...

My main stage bass, a neck-thru MIK Schecter Stiletto Studio 5, came stock with a pair of soapbar EMG HZ pickups and an active 3-band onboard preamp. (I believe the EMG's are ceramic/steel blade magnet humbuckers). Although this setup has served me well, I am ready for an upgrade. I believe...

We already have ink master, the voice, hell's kitchen, etc. Now it is time for us bass players to get our day in the sun. Tryouts, competition, guest judges, coaches, personal drama, the works. Who should be the host? How about the judges? And guest players as coaches? Who will be on our...

Do you have a bass with a trem bar? Do you use it? Did you buy it for the trem bar or did it happen to come with one? What do you use it for; fills, soloing, rhythm? What style do you play? Please post a pic of your whammy bass.:bassist: Mods, hope I picked the right category...

Do you have a bass with a trem bar? Do you use it? Did you buy it for the trem bar or did it happen to come with one? What do you use it for; fills, soloing, rhythm? What style do you play? Please post a pic of your whammy bass.:bassist: Mods, hope I picked the right category...

I finally found what I was looking for- almost. Having nothing but active double buck basses, I have been wanting to get a passive P-bass (thanx to all you P-bass nuts on TB ;)). Perhaps a good quality P would fill the bill in place of the expensive boutique basses I have always lusted for...

I have gathered from my TB readings (not experience) that P bass pups cancel hum in the same way a humbucker does. I was wondering if the 5 string version works as efficiently, or does the uneven split of 3 and 2 poles render that effect nil? [I am a metal player whose standard has always been...

I love the feel of a long scale bass. My 5 string is 35" and plays fantastic. I would like to get another 4 string, but every one I've looked at is always 34" or less. Who makes a 4 string with the scale length of a 5 string? Is there a reason 4 strings are shorter, is it functional or just...

Found a Spector Forte 5 in like new condition for sale by a private seller and we are negotiating the price. I have been GASSING for a bass just like this for some time now. This is a huge chunk of cash for me, I would only proceed with a better-than-average score. Would 2200 be a good...

What can I expect if I replace the plastic nut on my bass with a brass one? Bass in question is a Shecter Stiletto neck-through 5 string.

What can I expect if I replace the plastic nut on my bass with a brass one? Bass in question is a Shecter Stiletto neck-through 5 string.

OK folks I wanna hear how YOU bust out those tight awe-inspiring sweeps on that big fat bass of yours! This is not rocket science, there are many ways to do it, what's yours? Share some of your favorite right & left hand techniques, how you choose your arpeggios, what you had to figure out on...

I am replacing the strap buttons on my bass and one hole is cross threaded and gouged out. This strap button had been crafted by forcing an oversized self tapping screw into the body to serve as the button. How can I repair this so I can use the smaller screw required for the new button?

All my basses have had 2 double coil pups on them (w/ active electronics). They have punch and definition with plentiful bottom end, heavy without being too muddy, and I have achieved great stage sound with these basses. I would however like to clean up the mud a bit more. What kind of sound...

Joined a new cover band and my first show with them is coming up in a few days. Just learned now that in the middle of their set they introduce each member and that person plays a quick solo. I am expected to do this too, not very long, but needs to sound good. Never played a live solo...

I often see other bassists/guitarists using power conditioners and wonder if they meet a genuine need or if they got them just because they look cool. I understand why they are used on high-powered PA systems, but I have seen players with small rigs or combos using them too. My rig is a...

Never having played one or heard one, I finally have to break down and reveal my ignorance: what's up with Music Man basses? I am intrigued. They only have one pup and are bolt-on necks, but appear to be highly acclaimed. Is this for the tone, or playability? Are these better for rock, or...

My apologies if this is in the wrong forum, but...how do I post pictures? Still haven't figured it out.

I have been using a Gallien-Krueger 1001RB amp head for almost 10 yrs now, and have never used the effects loop. Only in the past 2 years did I add a Carl Martin compressor/limiter to the instrument cable. Otherwise I rely on the head itself which gives good sound. But now that I have been...

I wish to upgrade my 4x10 cabinet to a 6x10. I would love to do an 8x10 but can't fit one in my car. I'm willing to buy new because I plan to use it for a very long time (had the 4x10 for 10 yrs). Test driving 6x10 cabs proves this upgrade would unleash the potential in my amp head, and give...

I am running a Gallien Krueger 1001RB through a GK 4x10 cabinet. It is capable of pushing two of these cabs, but I always stuck with one for the sake of mobility. I've dialed in a nice punchy sound, it fills up a bar or small venue quite nicely, matches well with the guitarists' Marshall...

I'm using a 4-string Shecter Diamond Series w/ the original EMG-HZ pickups & active EQ. Sounds fine, but could I do better with upgraded pickups? Any recommendations?

The other night I was watching a band and was really impressed with the bass sound. This guy had a Gallien Krueger 1001RB head with an old Ampeg 4-spkr cab. I also use this same head, so I later asked him about his rig. He pointed out a rack mounted unit he was using, calling it a "pre-amp"...