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I'm looking for a bass, would I be better off with the Vintage Modified Squier or a Rondo guitar? I don't see the Brice available anymore, what Rondo brands are good right now? I don't care about brand or resale value, I just want the most bang for my buck. Since it's my first bass I don't really know what I'm looking for, but my price range is between $150-$300 and I just want something with reliable intonation and playability.
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Oct 16, 2013 13:58
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Yamaha's RBX basses are around the 200 range and are great.
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Oct 16, 2013 15:16
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I think the OP correctly notes that Squiers are universally recognized as a great value at the $300 price point. Head to a shop and play both a Jazz and Precision bass to see what you like. I personally started out on an Ibanez GSR200 (also in the OP), which was around $200 new, and I couldn't be happier with it. Have you considered buying a used instrument? Might give you some relief on the price point. Used Standard Fender Precision and Jazz Basses can be had in my area for $250-$300 on Craigslist.
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Oct 16, 2013 15:21
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My understanding is that in the UK and elsewhere Ricken-fakers aren't under the same pressure they are in the US. Are there any European stores that can sell me a cheap 4001 clone with a P-pickup in it? I want something like the bass in this Racer X video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0ylmUzNSPA e: not looking for something that's an out and out trademark violation, just something that has the overall look
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Oct 16, 2013 17:08
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TopherCStone posted:this Racer X video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0ylmUzNSPA
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Oct 16, 2013 18:01
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Remulak posted:Are those HUGE fret markers on the back of the bass or something else? I'm pretty sure they're position markers. I've heard of people using masking tape on the back of a double bass neck for beginners so I bet that's what it is e: did some googling to find out whose exactly it is; Linus of Hollywood is playing it but the bass is a real Rickenbacker that belongs to Paul Gilbert (and that he modded the electronics on). It definitely didn't come stock that way, so tape is most likely. TopherCStone fucked around with this message at 18:30 on Oct 16, 2013 |
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Oct 16, 2013 18:25
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Blakkout posted:Squiers are universally recognized as  I have a number of $800-1500 basses; they are very pretty and sound great. I have a sub-$300 Squier; it is very pretty and sounds great. I play the poo poo out of that loving Squire. I don't even know if the other basses are in tune right now.
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Oct 17, 2013 00:15
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So it isn't often that you get a second chance on an instrument you regrettably sold... About 3 years or so ago I sold a bass to help fund my Lakland Hollowbody. I didn't WANT to sell it because it sounded and played amazing, but I needed the cash. I sold it to h_double here on the forums. He's now given me the opportunity to buy it back and I couldn't be more pumped to get Nola back in my quiver... 1978 Ibanez "Silver Series" p-bass (a fender lawsuit model).  And she even looks good naked... 
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Oct 17, 2013 01:29
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Scarf posted:So it isn't often that you get a second chance on an instrument you regrettably sold... Somewhere out there is an Ibanez Artcore United AS200 I would be playing the hell out of right now if I hadn't sold it like an idiot.
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Oct 17, 2013 02:09
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drat Scarf, that looks good without the guard.
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Oct 17, 2013 07:11
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I just picked up a Vintage Modified PJ and it is RIDICULOUS for the price. Makes the SX stuff I've gone for in the past look like trash.
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Oct 17, 2013 08:06
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Scarf posted:So it isn't often that you get a second chance on an instrument you regrettably sold... About 3 years or so ago I sold a bass to help fund my Lakland Hollowbody. I didn't WANT to sell it because it sounded and played amazing, but I needed the cash. I sold it to h_double here on the forums. He's now given me the opportunity to buy it back and I couldn't be more pumped to get Nola back in my quiver... That thing looks great naked. Reminded me that I had semi-promised way back to post my '63 Harmony H22 (which is also naked):    I think all the scars make it venerable Bonus comedy Warlock shot:  loving widow head 
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Oct 17, 2013 08:47
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Revvik posted:drat Scarf, that looks good without the guard. Yeah, when I first got it and realized someone had cut the pickguard in two, I was asking why the gently caress anyone would do that... Then when I took it off, yeah, most of the time from then on out that's how I gigged with it.
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Oct 17, 2013 16:34
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If I'm looking for a Squier Vintage Modified P or J bass at local pawn shops, how would I describe it over the phone so they'd know if they have it? Because they just say "Jazz" or "Precision" bass on the head stock.
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Oct 17, 2013 19:06
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My fretless J has 'Duncan Designed' printed on the pickups, which I think they all come with as standard. Like these: (they're 5-strings but you get the idea) As far as I know there isn't a unique serial number type for the VMs, I think they usually start with IC or IS or ICS (Indonesian factories) and then two digits for the year, so anything before 07 (I think) is too early to be a VM. There are only so many models, and if you can use the year to whittle that list down you'll have a better chance of ruling stuff out. It'll be harder if they've had any modifications. Without being familiar with the lineup though, I'd say look at the pickups. Someone might know some other secret mojo though
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Oct 17, 2013 19:46
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Dolphin posted:If I'm looking for a Squier Vintage Modified P or J bass at local pawn shops, how would I describe it over the phone so they'd know if they have it? Because they just say "Jazz" or "Precision" bass on the head stock. I thought the most distinctive feature on the Vintage Modified models was the black block inlays on a maple fretboard, but it looks like that's not even universal: http://www.fender.com/basses/jazz-bass/vintage-modified-jazz-bass-rosewood-fingerboard-3-color-sunburst/ Your best bet is just to ask for Squier P or J basses in general, and then go check them out yourself. They're all functionally identical and cosmetically similar. Just find one you like. EDIT: baka kaba posted:My fretless J has 'Duncan Designed' printed on the pickups, which I think they all come with as standard. Like these: I could be wrong, but I think they all use standard single-coil pickups these days. Blakkout fucked around with this message at 20:02 on Oct 17, 2013 |
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Oct 17, 2013 19:58
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Blakkout posted:I could be wrong, but I think they all use standard single-coil pickups these days. Oh I see what you mean, no Duncan Designed on the new ones. Well it's at least worth looking out for if you're making a call, it's an easy question to ask and there's a good chance it'll be a VM if it has it
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Oct 17, 2013 22:50
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HollisBrown posted:Somewhere out there is an Ibanez Artcore United AS200 I would be playing the hell out of right now if I hadn't sold it like an idiot. Could of helped you out with that like 10 months ago  Edit: Also, sweet Ibanez P bass Scarf. Totally jealous. Really love my Squier vintage modified P Constipated fucked around with this message at 05:46 on Oct 18, 2013 |
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Oct 18, 2013 05:44
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Anyone have recommendations for combo amps in the 100 watt range? Thinking about heading out to Guitar Center this weekend to take the Ampeg BA115 and Fender Rumble 75 for a test drive.
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Oct 18, 2013 17:26
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The BA115 has been around a long time and for good reason. It's a great amp. I also like some (not all) of the Acoustic combos that GC started making and selling a few years ago. They're cheap and worth checking out. fake e: hi fellow goon bassists I don't know why I didn't look for the bassist thread years ago 
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Oct 20, 2013 04:41
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aunt jemima posted:The BA115 has been around a long time and for good reason. It's a great amp. It took your post for me to realize that Ampeg named their amp BALLS.
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Oct 20, 2013 06:11
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Blakkout posted:Anyone have recommendations for combo amps in the 100 watt range? Thinking about heading out to Guitar Center this weekend to take the Ampeg BA115 and Fender Rumble 75 for a test drive. I like the Peavey Max II or the GK combos much more than the Ampeg or Fender combos.
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Oct 20, 2013 19:14
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Blakkout posted:Anyone have recommendations for combo amps in the 100 watt range? Thinking about heading out to Guitar Center this weekend to take the Ampeg BA115 and Fender Rumble 75 for a test drive. I'd like to hear people's thoughts on this too. I'm looking for a bass amp that has enough power for jamming, but will mostly be played at TV volumes at home in the loungeroom. Nothing too specialised, just a nice clean tone. Basically I'm looking for the Fender Blues Jr of bass amps.
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Oct 21, 2013 01:19
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Pocket Billiards posted:I'd like to hear people's thoughts on this too. Portaflex 500, 410 cab, -15dB switch on for home practice. New, the heads are like $400 and bass cabs are easy to scoop up used. I'll probably catch some flak for this but I didn't particularly care for combos when jamming. Not enough headroom without being too pricey, too much of a pain in the rear end to move. I live in a duplex, I regularly do not engage my decibel cut, I haven't received noise complaints. I also have an extra 410 cab and 118 cab stashed at my drummer's house, so when I pack up to practice every week I just toss my head in some $5 laptop bag, cables and poo poo in a duffel bag, and go.
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Oct 21, 2013 04:34
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Revvik posted:Portaflex 500, 410 cab, -15dB switch on for home practice. New, the heads are like $400 and bass cabs are easy to scoop up used. Space considerations are one thing, maybe the PF-500 head with one of the 115 cabs would be something for me? I'm totally daft when it comes to this, I'm coming from acoustic guitar with some experience with combo amps for guitar.
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Oct 21, 2013 07:15
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The BA115 mentioned earlier isn't drastically different, in dimensions, from the Peavey Headliner 410 cab I sometimes use. A 115 cab would be smaller still, yeah, and you would have a ton of low end but may be missing some clarity. Or tweak your EQ to adjust. Then, as mentioned earlier, you'll buy a Sansamp. We all do.
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Oct 21, 2013 07:24
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Was posting this in the Rocksmith thread and it occurred to me that the bass bros might want a peek at my new Lakland Scheff (a skyline, before anyone gets too excited :P )
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Oct 21, 2013 18:36
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Macavity posted:Was posting this in the Rocksmith thread and it occurred to me that the bass bros might want a peek at my new Lakland Scheff (a skyline, before anyone gets too excited :P ) Nice! Enjoy it! Did you pick it up used? I'm pretty sure they stopped making them a year or two back, I don't think there was much demand for them... But everyone I've spoken to that has one absolutely loves it.
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Oct 21, 2013 19:04
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What type of pickups are those? I've seen a few sets like them before, but never on a Lakland. Also, to anyone interested I'm still trying to sell my Peavey Cirrus 5 string. 
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Oct 21, 2013 19:16
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Constipated posted:What type of pickups are those? I've seen a few sets like them before, but never on a Lakland. Kent Armstrong "lipstick" pickups. The Jerry Scheff model was the only one Lakland ever put them on. They've actually still got all of the details and audio samples of it on their website... http://www.lakland.com/ac_scheff.htm Very "round" sounding. Scarf fucked around with this message at 22:19 on Oct 21, 2013 |
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Oct 21, 2013 22:15
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Chiming in late, but I bought a Squier Vintage Modified P bass as a cheap backup instrument, I've been playing it as my primary for the last 6 months (instead of my Fender Deluxe active P bass, which is also great). I love it, throw some good strings on it and you've got an amazing sounding bass for a bargain. Anyway, is anybody selling a 4U hard shell road rack? My cloth/wood rack is falling apart
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Oct 22, 2013 15:36
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I have a 6U SKB with a 2U drawer in it I've been looking to move out, although shipping would be a real bitch, unless you're in or want to visit Portland!
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Oct 22, 2013 15:38
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How much are you asking (+shipping)?
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Oct 22, 2013 17:38
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1) it's a large case and 2) the rack drawer is quite heavy, so it's not going to be fun shipping. The case goes for ~$150 and the drawer was $75, both are in fine shape. I'd be happy with $120 for the goods and then you paying actual shipping (which I would expect to be at least $70, maybe more). I'm guessing that it'd be fine just sticking a label on the case itself - if you want it boxed, I'd take it to the FedEx store and make them pack it which usually runs around another $30 by the time you pay for the box etc. If this is way too much of a pain in the rear end that's fine. I've got a bunch of other crap I need to Craigslist anyway.
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Oct 22, 2013 18:05
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Oh, and just to keep this from turning into SA-mart, here's a quick rig glamor shot from practice last night: Warwick Thumb Bolt-On 5 Ampeg SVT-3 PRO Avatar 2x10 Neo Ampeg SVT-15E (1x15)
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Oct 22, 2013 18:51
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Sorry I'm looking for bargain basement! I'm trying to spend less than $100. I just blew $400 on an SVT-410HLF this weekend so I'm a little strapped until I sell my old cab. But hey, we have the same amp! high five. In other news, this is a killer deal if anyone is in Chicago. If I didn't already own half of the stuff in this rig, I would buy it in a heartbeat. http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/msg/4141665602.html
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Oct 22, 2013 23:26
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That rackmount guitar hanger is awesome. I need one of those.
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Oct 22, 2013 23:40
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How often do you guys use compressors? Do you have them all the time (or throughout certain songs) to make your sound punchier? I can't get used to them myself. I'm sure it sounds better in a mix, but it makes me feel like I'm listening to my bass through earmuffs.
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Oct 23, 2013 02:05
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aunt jemima posted:Oh, and just to keep this from turning into SA-mart, here's a quick rig glamor shot from practice last night:
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http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/msg/4143411082.html Worth it? It's 45 minutes from me. Kinda looks like a steal to me but I'm new to basses.
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Oct 23, 2013 03:31
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