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Redfeather wrote:

That Matsumoku is envy inducing! Got any sound samples?

I had a separate post on a walking bass line for Mr. Moto, and my version is here: https://surfguitar101.com/downloads/details/928/.

I used the Matsumoku bass for this, with the bridge PU at first and then the neck PU after the piano break part. Since the neck pocket has been somewhat deformed from string tension over the years, I had to put a shim under the neck to lower the action. To reduce the tension I put light roundwounds (45-95) on it. I was afraid the E would be floppy, but it's OK.

If I'd stop buying old guitars to fix, I might actually learn to play.
Bringing instruments back to life since 2013.

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1968 Vox Astro IV, Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass Special SS,Eastwood Sidejack Bass 32
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One of a kind, Celinder PJ5.

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G&L USA SB-2

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Waikiki Makaki surf-rock band from Ukraine

New Single is out!

https://waikikimakaki.bandcamp.com/album/rhino-blues-full-contact-surf-single

Waikiki Makaki

https://linktr.ee/waikikimakaki

Lost Diver

https://lostdiver.bandcamp.com
https://soundcloud.com/vitaly-yakushin

Best Surf Bass i ever had. shouldnt have sold it

alphaking wrote:

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G&L USA SB-2

Social Media
https://www.facebook.com/TheOutpost/
https://www.instagram.com/theoutpostmusic/
Music
https://theoutpostmusic.bandcamp.com/
https://soundcloud.com/theoutpostmusic/
Merch
https://the-outpost-7.creator-spring.com/

E, A String 30" scale, rest 25.5"

Bass II?

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Last edited: May 24, 2022 10:11:53

A new addition. This is a mid 60s Framus Strato Star. I got it in rough shape, but it was all there except for 3 odd tuning machines. After taking a big bow out of the neck, leveling frets, refinishing the neck and cleaning and polishing, it’s good to go. It’s a short scale, which makes it very nice to play.

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If I'd stop buying old guitars to fix, I might actually learn to play.
Bringing instruments back to life since 2013.

A friend rescued this Kingston bass (in pieces) out of a trash can and gave it to me. I put it back together and use it for recording. The sound is decent. An unusual feature is the laminated neck.

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My favorite bass - '65 Precision, Warmoth Jazz Bass neck, Lollar pickup

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Jack
aka WoodyJ

The Mariners (1964-68, 1996-2005)
The Hula Hounds (1996-current)
The X-Rays (1997-2004)
The Surge! (2004, 2011-2012)
Various non-surf bands that actually made money
(1978-1990)

Last edited: Jul 29, 2022 22:08:10

This one belongs to my wife! Mosrite model Mono 300.
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East German Musima 1657B, late 60's

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just a plain squier VI. looking to build a british racing green P-Bass next year.
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I wanted something 50th Precision style and came upon this Harley Benton. As for a 100 euro guitar it’s pretty good for home use and recording)
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Waikiki Makaki surf-rock band from Ukraine

New Single is out!

https://waikikimakaki.bandcamp.com/album/rhino-blues-full-contact-surf-single

Waikiki Makaki

https://linktr.ee/waikikimakaki

Lost Diver

https://lostdiver.bandcamp.com
https://soundcloud.com/vitaly-yakushin

Squier Bass VI from earlier this year, heavily worked over by my tech (bone nut, A LOT of fretwork) and with a set of Fralin Jaguar pickups I had them make for me (RWRP bridge pickup for hum cancelling action!) and a Staytrem bridge. Plays well, stays in tune and sounds great!

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Tqi wrote:

Still wondering VM or CV on this?

If you mean mine, it's a Classic Vibe.

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Tqi wrote:

The reason is I'm just surprised that you found the pickups unpleasant. Obviously they work much better with 10 flats than 26 flats!

Unpleasant is probably a strong word. Insufficient is better. I definitely found the stock Squier pickups lacking in clarity, punch and low end. I play with roundwound strings - have never enjoyed the feel of flats - and that might have a big effect on my preference for pickups.

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Here's my 2005 Fender American Standard Jazz Bass. I also play an Ibanez SR-304 Soundgear and a 1967 Hagstrom F-Series 8-string bass.
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Bass Wabbit
The Fabulous Blue Wabbits
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQj7B3Vql1vxjYxEM29vmQ

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