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  1. The Ancient One

    Lil help! Peavey Cirrus BPX 4

    So I bought this on a whim ) because I'm too cheap to buy a USA.???) Paid $250 USA. Made in Indonesia Cirrus BPX 4 I've been told their hard to set up and it's best to replace the bridge ( Peavey ABM on ebay) and tuners. Your thoughts? Suggestions? ( I know leave it and play it.) I'm new to...
  2. The Ancient One

    Vintage VOX bass 1965?

    This is for sale close to me. Can anyone identify it.the as claims 1965 VOX bass, markings are wore off. Asking $250 pictures show some wear & tear If it's collectable I'm interested if the price is right. Is the price fair? TIA
  3. The Ancient One

    Ampeg Micro CL opnions

    I was offered an Ampeg CL for a few Benjamin's, it's like new. It would just be additional practice amp. Opnions on these from users? TIA
  4. The Ancient One

    OMG What did she buy!

    The boss (wife) was hitting yard sales yesterday. She came home with this find to surprise me. Why because it looked good & was $20! (She has no clue what my basses cost.) Carlos Robelli Short Scale natural finish bass. Yeah, I know Sam Ash special, my question is what can I do with it? Go...
  5. The Ancient One

    Peavey TNT 115 disassembly??

    I was gifted a Peavey TNT 115. It was in storage, is very dust. It works but the pots are scratchy. I want to pull it apart and clean it. But I'm stumped and could use some advice. (amp has been sitting 2 weeks so should be discharged??) I removed the 4 screws in the top and the 4 screws from...
  6. The Ancient One

    Rogue LX205B for first 5 string??

    Thoughts? MF has them on sale for $109. (Not much goog used in $$ my area) Prefer comments from those that have experience with it. Granddaughter (14) is doing great with a Squier P. She wants a 5 string ( or my Hofner) for X-mas. "Santa" already has an amp under the tree, so budget is...
  7. The Ancient One

    Seymour Duncan SPB 1 Sale $67.95 + Free Shipping

    Get them while you can. Just ordered 2! Still in stock. Great Customer Service. I suggest you call in order if you can. FREE SHIPPING!! Great pricing on Orange caps, CTS pots & more. 1-800-477-4437 immi.com Luithers Mercantile International SEE PIC BELOW FOR INFO Not affiliated, not an ad...
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    Holy s*** Seymore Duncan SPB1 sale $67.95

    Get them while you can. Just ordered 2! Still in stock. Great Customer Service. I suggest you call in order if you can. FREE SHIPPING!! 1-800-477-4437 SEE PIC BELOW FOR INFO Yeah I know could have been in another forum. Just trying to help fellow TB'er out.
  9. The Ancient One

    Recommendations for a luither or good bass tec.

    Who does a great job setting up basses NW Chicago area? Temporarily relocated here and not familiar with area. Prefer that small back room dude over box store tech.
  10. The Ancient One

    Help identifying Fender Cabinet

    Not much to go on here. Can anyone identify this fender cabinet from this picture. The seller who has no idea only provided the 1 pic. First said it was a vintage Fender 2X15 bass cabinets now thinks it a 2X12. There is no tag on the back. I asked for more pictures and measurements and was...
  11. The Ancient One

    Peavy Fury ID

    I found this Peavy Fury and am thinking of pulling the trigger on it. I know nothing about Peavy guitars other than I want a p bass with a j type neck, so any help would be great. Includes a Peavy Basic 112 amp. Can anyone tell me the year and about what I should pay.? Says crafted in US, is...
  12. The Ancient One

    Anyone using Klein pickup's?

    Does anyone use Klein pickups? I'm curious as to how their P's sound. Or how they would be in a PJ bass.
  13. The Ancient One

    Need some input MIM Fender JAZZ 5 String

    I have a chance to trade a MIM Strat for this bass. Is 1999 a good year? Any opnions on this particular bass. I've been wanting a 5 string, what you all think. I realize I need to try it for fit and feel just hoping someone owns one and can shed a lil light. I do own a 4 string Fender Jazz...
  14. The Ancient One

    Advice on a 5 string

    I want to try a 5 string. Unfortunately examples in the area are scarce. I'm rather fond of short scales, but haven't ruled out a full scale. The Ibanez Talman SRMD205SPN & TMB35 have caught my eye. I understand they have a slimmer J style neck. But I looking for opnions and advice. I'll be in...
  15. The Ancient One

    Some info on a 2009 Squier Affinity P bass

    I don't see this bass in a catalog. 2009 Squier Affinity P bass, natural finish, made in China. It's for sale locally and matches a MIM J bass I have, might be a nice display. Was this a special run or am I missing something. As always thanks for sharing your knowledge.
  16. The Ancient One

    Little help, 09 Squier Affinity P Bass Natural finish

    I can't seem to ID this bass. The serial number is a 2009 Squier made in China. I can not find a natural finish P bass for this year. In any catalog. Was this a "Special Run" or ??? As always Thanks in advance for sharing your knowledge.
  17. The Ancient One

    Question! 1992 Ibanez MIJ

    Found a 1992 Ibanez TRS Made in Japan bass. The seller is asking $250. The bass is in good shape. My question is this a good investment or maybe just a good old bass or do I pass?
  18. The Ancient One

    Opnions LA Bella 750T vs D'Addario ETB92

    I'm kinda close minded and brand orientated but I may venture out and try something new! I'm pretty stuck on La Bella Deep Talking strings, which in one varation or another are on every bass I own. I'm in the middle of a project Squier P Bass ( other post). I was looking for something else...
  19. The Ancient One

    Any ideas? Paint match 2004 fender #95?

    I picked up a '04 Squier P Bass cheap as it has a nasty gouge on the back, the rest is in very good condition but it needs strings and a new pot. (CTS 250 & .47 pot?) It is Metallic Blue, Fender #95-Squier #595(?) It's going to be a gift (grandchild's first bass) once it's set up. I would like...
  20. The Ancient One

    Schecter bass bolt on neck or thru body?

    I have the opptunity to buy 1 of 2 Schecter 4 string basses. The first is a Diamond Series Elite 4 neck thru body. The second is a Custom 4 bolt on neck. (Wife already warned me NOT to buy both!) I've never owned a Schecter so any advise would be helpful. Just looking for something a lil...