ldk
Joined: Nov 08, 2017
Posts: 369
San Francisco Bay Area
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Posted on May 08 2022 03:00 PM
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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thomasr
Joined: Oct 23, 2012
Posts: 1
Portland, OR area
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Posted on May 10 2022 08:15 PM
1968 Vox Astro IV, Squier Vintage Modified Jaguar Bass Special SS,Eastwood Sidejack Bass 32
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alphaking
Joined: Jan 02, 2013
Posts: 214
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Posted on May 17 2022 08:20 PM
One of a kind, Celinder PJ5.
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alphaking
Joined: Jan 02, 2013
Posts: 214
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Posted on May 17 2022 10:14 PM
G&L USA SB-2
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Samurai
Joined: Mar 14, 2006
Posts: 2291
Kiev, Ukraine
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Posted on May 19 2022 05:21 AM
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TheOutpost
Joined: May 26, 2020
Posts: 271
Highlands Ranch
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Posted on May 19 2022 11:17 AM
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Black_Bee_Tunes
Joined: Feb 24, 2022
Posts: 8
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Posted on May 24 2022 10:08 AM
E, A String 30" scale, rest 25.5"
Bass II?
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ldk
Joined: Nov 08, 2017
Posts: 369
San Francisco Bay Area
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Posted on Jul 27 2022 07:28 PM
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.
— 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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Phrygian
Joined: May 31, 2021
Posts: 24
Chicago
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Posted on Jul 28 2022 06:50 AM
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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WoodyJ
Joined: Apr 05, 2006
Posts: 1547
Bethlehem, GA
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Posted on Jul 29 2022 10:02 PM
My favorite bass - '65 Precision, Warmoth Jazz Bass neck, Lollar pickup
— Jack Booth
(aka WoodyJ)
The Mariners (1964-68, 1996-2005), 2025
The Hula Hounds (1996-2000)
The X-Rays (1997-2004)
The Surge! (2004, 2011-2012)
Various non-surf bands that actually made money (1978-1990)
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Toneschaser
Joined: Jun 14, 2012
Posts: 462
Ohio!
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Posted on Aug 01 2022 12:08 PM
This one belongs to my wife! Mosrite model Mono 300.
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al_tornado
Joined: May 19, 2020
Posts: 8
Blagoveschensk
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Posted on Aug 03 2022 12:37 AM
East German Musima 1657B, late 60's
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cosmonaut
Joined: Apr 02, 2019
Posts: 339
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Posted on Aug 13 2022 11:56 PM
just a plain squier VI. looking to build a british racing green P-Bass next year.
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Samurai
Joined: Mar 14, 2006
Posts: 2291
Kiev, Ukraine
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Posted on Sep 27 2022 07:11 AM
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)
— Waikiki Makaki surf-rock band from Ukraine
https://linktr.ee/waikikimakaki
Lost Diver
https://lostdiver.bandcamp.com
https://soundcloud.com/vitaly-yakushin
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chiba
Joined: Sep 02, 2022
Posts: 538
Central VA
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Posted on Sep 27 2022 10:31 AM
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!
— --
Project: MAYHEM -and- Moonbase Surficalus by Hypersonic Secret now available!
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Tqi
Joined: Dec 07, 2014
Posts: 1222
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Posted on Sep 27 2022 02:06 PM
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chiba
Joined: Sep 02, 2022
Posts: 538
Central VA
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Posted on Sep 30 2022 11:07 AM
Tqi wrote:
Still wondering VM or CV on this?
If you mean mine, it's a Classic Vibe.
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Project: MAYHEM -and- Moonbase Surficalus by Hypersonic Secret now available!
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Tqi
Joined: Dec 07, 2014
Posts: 1222
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Posted on Sep 30 2022 05:32 PM
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chiba
Joined: Sep 02, 2022
Posts: 538
Central VA
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Posted on Oct 03 2022 11:08 AM
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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Project: MAYHEM -and- Moonbase Surficalus by Hypersonic Secret now available!
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BigBottom
Joined: Apr 05, 2008
Posts: 41
British Columbia, Canada
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Posted on Nov 12 2022 12:09 PM
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.
— Bass Wabbit
The Fabulous Blue Wabbits
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQj7B3Vql1vxjYxEM29vmQ
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