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    Hofner alternative?

    I've been using a Squier CV Jazz bass with flats for about a year but sadly I've just been unable to bond with the bass. I used a Violin bass copy for a while that I really liked, but it was impossible to keep in tune and adjusting the intonation was beyond my expertise. So I've opted to sell...
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    Next Bass after Epiphone Viola

    Hello! I have an Epiphone Viola Bass and am looking for something more comfortable, as the body shape and pickup placement is somewhat uncomfortable to play fingerstyle. I have the following options: Squier Classic Vibe 60's Precision Bass Squier Classic Vibe 60's Jazz Bass Fender Player II...
    • Dandiego235
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    • bass question gear acquisition syndrome gear buying viola bass
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
  3. 2013 Epiphone Viola Bass Sunburst
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    For sale 2013 Epiphone Viola Bass Sunburst

    My father was a bass player and collector of basses. I am finally listing his basses for sale after his passing. This listing is for a 2013 Sunburst Epiphone Viola Bass with a hardshell case. Serial # 1305200321 Applicable shipping costs will apply to anywhere in the continental US. Please...
    $250.00
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    For Sale 2013 Epiphone Viola Bass Sunburst

    My husband was a bass player and collector of basses. I am finally listing his basses for sale after his passing. This listing is for a 2013 Sunburst Epiphone Viola Bass with a hardshell case. Applicable shipping costs will apply to anywhere in the continental US. Please see my other listings...
  5. 2006 Epiphone Viola Bass Sunburst
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    For sale 2006 Epiphone Viola Bass Sunburst

    My father was a bass player and collector of basses. I am finally listing his basses for sale after his passing. This listing is for a 2006 Epiphone Viola Bass with a gig bag case. Serial # 106080304 Applicable shipping costs will apply to anywhere in the continental US. Please see my other...
    $250.00
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    For Sale 2006 Epiphone Viola Bass Sunburst

    My husband was a bass player and collector of basses. I am finally listing his basses for sale after his passing. This listing is for a 2006 Epiphone Viola Bass with a gig bag case. Applicable shipping costs will apply to anywhere in the continental US. Please see my other listings as my...
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    Epi EB-3 vs Epi Viola

    Hello Which bass are closer to Jack Bruce's Warwick signature bass as sound? ( like this performance) I know Jack used Gibson EB-3 but his Warwick has different sound. Warwick is "softer" than EB-3. EB-3 has really hoarse sound. And Epi viola is different from Hofner Violin bass. So I think...
    • Can58
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    • bruce eb-3 epiphone jack jack bruce mccartney paul mccartney viola bass warwick
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
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    Playing a Violin Shaped Bass (especially sitting)

    Greetings TalkBass, I was wondering if anyone had tips for playing a violin shaped bass, especially when sitting down, using a pick. Here's what I'm struggling with: 1. neck dive 2. non-rounded corner digging into ribs 3. non-rounded corner digging into forearm 4. bass sits lower on lap due...
    • bassCanadabass
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    • beatle bass beatles bass höfner hofner 500/1 hofner bass hofner bass 500/1 viola bass violin bass
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Technique [BG]
  9. GWGuitar

    New set, dead string

    I decided I wanted to have a little more tension in my strings so I replaced my LaBella tapewounds on my Epiphone Viola bass with a set of D’Daddario Chromes. I use the Chromes on my jazz bass; I’m familiar with their tone, feel, etc. I know they start out a little bright at first but, after...
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    Is the Viola bass Johnson JJ-200-VS Any good?

    Hi everyone, I'm new in this forum and I'm also new with the bass, I know I want a viola bass cause I'm a big Beatles fan but I can't afford and epiphone or a hofner, so is the Johnson JJ-200-VS bass good? I want it mostly because I want to learn and because I can exhibit it in my room Thanks
    • Humbert
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    • beginner epiphone höfner johnson viola bass
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Basses [BG]
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