Search results for query: *

  1. Tuners reverse vintage style

    Comment by 'insomehonkytonk' on the classified ad 'Tuners reverse vintage style'

    A little off topic but just because subsequent reissues didn’t have the indentations doesn’t mean originals didn’t. Reissues also added a strap button to the headstock that doesn’t appear on early original models. The indentations were made at the factory with tools on original precision basses...
  2. insomehonkytonk

    For Sale Tuners reverse vintage style

    A little off topic but just because subsequent reissues didn’t have the indentations doesn’t mean originals didn’t. Reissues also added a strap button to the headstock that doesn’t appear on early original models. The indentations were made at the factory with tools on original precision basses...
  3. insomehonkytonk

    Ultra boutique P bass pickups

    Though not advertised, Zach Oswald of highly reputable Brandonwound Pickups will make year specific clones of bass pickups. Brandonwound’s tele and strat clones are extremely accurate. Zach will also wind to your specs.
  4. insomehonkytonk

    I like Fender Flats...what else might I like?

    You might like GHS Brite Flats, I intend to try them out on a new build. Many different gauges to choose from.
  5. insomehonkytonk

    Are GHS Precision Flats the closest thing to stock Fender flats of the 60's?

    What’s the difference? My AVRI 1954 bass came strung with the 45-100 and I like the tone but prefer 105/110 sets for extra tension.
  6. insomehonkytonk

    Are GHS Precision Flats the closest thing to stock Fender flats of the 60's?

    Suffice it to say GHS Brite Flats which are ground wound are the closest to the original 50s P Bass strings?
  7. insomehonkytonk

    Help me pick a flatwound for my "bright" maple P-bass

    Try La Bella Low Tension Flats, less expensive than TI flats, yet plenty flexible. Or Curt Mangan Flatwounds, they’re just nice strings comparable to GHS flats which I also like.
  8. insomehonkytonk

    Which strings do you use/like/prefer on your P Bass?

    Favorite personally would be GHS 3050 regular gauge flats. The tension lets me get the action super low and the wrap is tight for a smooth string feel. Piano like. Curt Mangan Flatwound strings, unique in that they don’t have silk on the ends. Wish they offered a heavier gauge, these are...
  9. Fender American Vintage II '54 P Bass

    Comment by 'insomehonkytonk' on the classified ad 'Fender American Vintage II '54 P Bass'

    Buy with confidence from a great seller!
  10. insomehonkytonk

    No longer available Fender American Vintage II '54 P Bass

    Buy with confidence from a great seller!
  11. insomehonkytonk

    Post Your '51-55 Precision or Tele-inspired bass

    Never got around to posting my 54 transition blackguard inspired build that was completed a couple years ago. MJT body, nitro over poly Fender neck. SCPB-1, Luxe brown .1UF brown phone book cap, 15K resistor. Just wish it had turned out more blonde, so I’m going to have it repainted Surf Green...
  12. Fender Pre-CBS style Reverse Wind Tuners

    Comment by 'insomehonkytonk' on the classified ad 'Fender Pre-CBS style Reverse Wind Tuners'

    Are these nickel plated?
  13. insomehonkytonk

    SOLD Fender Pre-CBS style Reverse Wind Tuners

    Are these nickel plated?
  14. insomehonkytonk

    My Psychobilly Bass Guitar

    I was never a fan until I got the body now I'm a believer.
  15. insomehonkytonk

    My Psychobilly Bass Guitar

    This leads me to believe that mine has the bridge pickup installed in the neck position because it is curved.
  16. insomehonkytonk

    My Psychobilly Bass Guitar

    It feels like a nine pounder and a little neck divey, a very wide strap helps this. The allparts neck feels great, P bass nut width, 9.5 radius and medium jumbo frets. The neck pocket was a little too large for the neck which was a concern assembling the instrument. However, it came out rock...
  17. insomehonkytonk

    My Psychobilly Bass Guitar

    I haven’t played in the genre (hard to find band situations) but it’s name was most inspired by Johnny Cash’s “One Piece at a Time” psychobilly Cadillac
  18. insomehonkytonk

    My Psychobilly Bass Guitar

    It sounds like how a P Bass should! The pickup is very transparent and adds little to no coloring. Strung with LaBella flats. I honest wqs expecting a a different sound due to the Thunderblade’s reputation but it’s just a very honest pickup. Very full sounding.
  19. insomehonkytonk

    My Psychobilly Bass Guitar

    The body is a Jomo custom made 54 style with TV Jones pickup rout in the traditional neck position (unlike a Cabronita or CS Proto bass). Capri orange satin nitro finish. String through (small ferrules), top rout control cavity. Cabronita bass 1 ply white pickguard, .090 in thickness. Vintage...
  20. insomehonkytonk

    Thumpiest P pickups

    For “thumpy” pups look into Klein 1958s, Arcane 57s. Have used both with great success. I would stick to Alnico V magnets. GHS precision flats, tone rolled off, palm muting or some foam for note decay. LaBella LTFs are perfectly fine in fact possibly better because of the lower string tension...
  21. insomehonkytonk

    410 suggestions?

    I gigged with a Rumble 800 w/extension cab, called it good and never ran out of headroom
  22. Chrome Pickup and Bridge Covers - ender '51 Precision Style

    Comment by 'insomehonkytonk' on the classified ad 'Chrome Pickup and Bridge Covers - ender '51 Precision Style'

    PM sent
  23. insomehonkytonk

    SOLD Chrome Pickup and Bridge Covers - ender '51 Precision Style

    PM sent
  24. insomehonkytonk

    Curt Mangan Flats and String Through

    Update on whether the Curt flats are good for through body instruments?
  25. insomehonkytonk

    Warm And Smooth Sounding Flats

    Feels great, it takes a very low action. Has held up fine, no trouble. It’s the real deal.
  26. insomehonkytonk

    Fender Bass VI/Danelectro Bass Six/Schecter Hellcat Strings Discussion

    Am also looking for flatwounds for my 90s MIK Danelectro UB-2. I read that La Bella can customize the "speaking length" of their Bass VI set to 32" to accommodate the 30" scale Danos since discontinuing the Hellcat set, has anyone had success lately?
  27. Fender loaded MIM 50s classic P Bass neck. Price reduced.

    Comment by 'insomehonkytonk' on the classified ad 'Fender loaded MIM 50s classic P Bass neck. Price reduced.'

    Nice long grain
  28. insomehonkytonk

    SOLD Fender loaded MIM 50s classic P Bass neck. Price reduced.

    Nice long grain
  29. insomehonkytonk

    Possible to keep Nitro looking pristine…?

    Depends on the kind of paint and the thickness of it. MJT type of finish is formulated and sprayed to check, craze, chip and wear through. My Classic Series Lacquer 50s P Bass has a soft finish but there’s a lot sprayed on there and has no checking of any sort. I have read that the amount of...
  30. insomehonkytonk

    Feedback reply by insomehonkytonk

    Well packed and threw in some extra hardware! Totally satisfied!
  31. insomehonkytonk

    Feedback posted by insomehonkytonk on jcidulka

    Awesome deal! Fast shipping, quick response. A+++
  32. insomehonkytonk

    Warm And Smooth Sounding Flats

    When I first played the LTF4A on a Jazz Bass I thought they played sloppy, like spaghetti, weak tone, and this was after mostly playing GHS regular gauge on a P Bass. I restrung a P Bass with my set and they felt and sounded much better and I was very pleased. A slight adjustment of technique...
  33. insomehonkytonk

    Warm And Smooth Sounding Flats

    My PB-57 is strung with GHS 3050s which are 55-105. My Vintera P Bass has La Bella LTF4A and my 54 style bass has the La Bella 0760M 1954 “Jamerson set” which are 52-110. I’ve played Curt Mangan flatwound bass strings and found them to be very good and rich in tone.
  34. insomehonkytonk

    Ultra boutique P bass pickups

    If it was the NP4V in Alnico 3, yes. I just acquired an SD Antiquity Raised A that will go in an MJT "1959" build. Decided to keep the stock pickup in the Vintera, for now.
  35. insomehonkytonk

    POLL: Ashtrays & Pickup Covers -- Do You Play With Them in Place?

    I always have them on when playing. I typically playing wearing long sleeve shirts or a jacket that would otherwise come in contact with the strings if I did not have both covers on. I also employ some type of foam mute that fits under the ashtray. I can rest my hand on the pickup cover since I...
  36. insomehonkytonk

    Ultra boutique P bass pickups

    Has anyone opted for Alnico 3 pups from Nordstrand?
  37. insomehonkytonk

    Round wounds vs flat wounds

    Flats have the thump. I do not like bright, zingy strings. And there is plenty of variety within the world of flats. My preferred are GHS 3050s, La Bella 0750 and LTF-4A, and Curt Mangan Flatwounds.
  38. insomehonkytonk

    Have the La Bella 1954 0760M-TB through body flats been discontinued?

    Historical aspirations for one, but the bridge is string through only.
  39. insomehonkytonk

    What is your Criteria for not taking a Gig?

    I accepted a gig three hours away as a hired gun because I really liked the band. Gas would have ate most of the $150 pay but would have been worth it for me.
  40. insomehonkytonk

    Have the La Bella 1954 0760M-TB through body flats been discontinued?

    I can't seem to find them for sale online anymore and I think the last set I purchased was on the TB store, wondering if La Bella has discontinued them.
Top Bottom
Back