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Washburn Club Thread

#121
Greetings,
Proud owner of a MB 40 and a T24.
One question, what is up with the neck on the T24? Is it me or are the only strings you can use on this are extra light - low tension strings without it getting out of true? Went through a few sets before settling on GHS Boomers. Seems to have helped, but would like to have a bit more choices as far as string choice.
 
#125
I have an XB900 (swamp ash body and single SD Bassline version). I am considering picking up a second XB900, but with Bartolinis. I have yet to try one out though. Anyone here have experiences with both? If so, how would you compare and contrast the two? Aside from the difference in pickups, there seems to be other minor differences too.
 
#127
wow----this post for the Washburn Club is over 2 yrs old and I posted here on page 3 in 2007 and I don't have a number yet. :bawl: I do love them. Anyone with an Idol model--looks like it'd neck dive. Does it? They sure are pretty! I'd love to check out a Force 4, a CB model, a Taurus model and an Idol model but no one I've seen in Columbus, OH carries them dang it! All mine------see my earlier posts here-----are 1980-84---primo Washburn years from Matsumoko. Well, yoohoo and happy playing to the other Washburn aficionados in TB.:)
 
#130
I have an XB400 that I bought new in 95' and modified with Bartolini pickups and electronics a few years later. Also put a hipshot on the E. I wanted to try a Hipshot on the G for D-A-D-A tuning, but there wasn't quite enough room on the Bantam headstock for it.
After owning the XS-2 Axxess for a couple of years and giving it to a close friend, I stayed with Washburn because the Axxess was such an awesome bass. The XB400 is fast, light (sycamore top), 24 frets, and really good looking.
I usually play it with the Carvin (step-down design) strings 100-80-60-40, but I just bought some D'Angelico Low Riding Lights of the same guage and am about to try them. I like a lighter string on this bass for speed and finesse.
I plan on installing an all controls bypass switch and inlaying abalone veneer arrowheads in frets 2,4,6,8 and 10 one of these days! I'll never sell my Washburn.:) Link Removed
 
#132
Okay, so I figured this was the best place to ask questions about the Washburn basses. I'm getting a T25 next week(I'll post pictures and try for a number in the club then). I played this bass last night for about 2 hours. Plays like a dream with a low action and absolutely no fret buzz. It's definitely had a great set up done by someone.
I didn't get to try it plugged into my amp so I'm not sure what the sound is going to be like there, but it sounded very good through the current owners 100w practice amp.
Anyway, it needs new strings. I'm basically a country bassist, but have recently moved a little into soft rock and contemporary music with the church group I play with. The music we do requires/sound good with a little slap bass thrown in once in awhile. I was thinking of putting Fender 7150 nickel roundwounds on it. What do you guys think? Will they give me a good slap sound?
 
#136
Heres my RB2000....outfitted with EMG MMCS and BTC controls:
I love these basses, I have 3!
 

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#137
Canadian man....DR Lo Riders are the only way to go for me on my RB's. I have played about everything I could find. The nickels IMHO just cant get the highs out, you can always dial your tone knob down...if the steels are too hot. but the lo riders are great, they play harmonics like no other, they slap great and will hold up well if you get carried away. plus they are stainless steel...no gray fingers!
 
#138
Hello all:

Until Recently, I played a beautiful Washburn XB925. I've had it for 11 years and through many bands. I bought it when I was 16, and had no idea what to look for in a bass. Man did I stumble into something awesome.

It was stolen from me on Friday, so if any of you see an xb925 with a natural finish, gold hardware and a birdseye maple top on the market, I would love a PM. I have the serial number and have filed a police report.

This bass has a great deal of sentimental value, and I'm hoping to recover it. Naturally, there would be a reward for finding it.

Thanks for reading and good luck with your bassing. I will be hoping to rejoin the active musicians shortly (as soon as I can get my bass back).

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#139
O.K.On the single humbucker Taurus T24HNM.After calling Washburn,(I could have driven to the corporate office.I live 20 miles away),I find that there is no production model T24HNM and it may be a "one off".For those who are interested go to "The Bass Guitar Museum",enter Washburn.Go to the second page.Fifth from the top.Check it out!Tell me what you think.
 
#140
Number, Please!

Checked out GC's 'used' wall on Friday afternoon, was intrigued by the neck-through and low price (never did set it back down). The hawks saw me with it during my plug & play, and began circling this mahogany bass w/ $100 price tag. Still no buzzing or dead spots on this 24 fret gem, yeah!

Washburn 'Taurus' T24 It's here, thanks to my future wife! :D

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