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  1. tb-player

    Who can decipher this? Nashville Number System

    A Nashville session cat I follow on IG posted a photo of a session chart on his story. I’m a musical staff guy so initially, it was hieroglyphics to me. Granted, I understand numbers and use them often when playing live. I typically chart with numbers when I’m under the gun. But his is...
  2. R

    Help my date this Peavey 1x15'' cabinet.

    Greetings kind people, I just acquired a Peavey 1x15'' cabinet that I would like to find out some more information about. On the back it says MODEL - 115 BASS ENCLOSURE. Looks like its equiped with a Scorpion speaker. The front grill might not be it's original ( don't know the truth, it just...
  3. B

    what are the small numbers on the top-left of the tab

    something like this
  4. JasonVN

    How to Date your Fender Guitar by Serial Number

    Found a couple of greats link here and wanted to share How to Date your Fender Guitar by Serial Number Fender Product Dating
  5. F

    Loudness SPL vs. Number of Speakers

    I feel like this should be simple, but I have to ask. Let's say I have a 400W bass amp driving one speaker capable of 450w rms with a huge xmax that never farts out. Then I add 3 more identical speakers in series-parallel, quadrupling the speaker area, but impedance remains the same. What is...
  6. J

    What Hohner bass is this I can’t find it anywhere (hasn’t arrive yet no model number)

    Bought an Hohner bass of eBay needs a bit of love but not to much just wondering what Hohner it was and sorta looks like the red paint was done after market can’t tell tho
  7. sgiacomo

    Need help with Fender Mustang Bass Serial Number

    Did a search but am on my phone and looking at a bass. It says made in USA and serial number is s707987. What year? TIA!
  8. J

    "Used bass for sale... Missing serial number"

    Is it just me, or if you have a used bass and it is missing a serial number for any reason, the resale value is brought way down unless there is some other way to authenticate the bass. Examples I see are: 1) a serial number on a metal plate is removed, presumably because someone didn't like...
  9. jackn1202

    Your Number 1- Why?

    I always like to hear why players choose their number 1's over all the other basses out there. Sometimes it's sentimental, sometimes it's technical, sometimes it's just what's laying around. My main (and only) right now is a tobacco burst Epi T-Bird. I took the bridge pup out and moved the...
  10. gkella

    EBMM Bongo 4hh..serial number question

    i have an opportunity to pick up a Bongo 4HH at a good price. He owner is not sure how old it is. The serial number is F18596. Can anyone define the year by the serial number? Thanks Glen
  11. G

    Tobias serial number

    Hy everybody, can anyone help me checking the serial number 11939 and inform what year the bass was built? It is a Killer B 4 model. Tkanks!
  12. Marc DLarosa

    13, IS, the magic number!!!

    Sooooooooo... out of the blue, an old friend stopped by, asked if I still played bass. I say... "yeah, but... not like I used to be able to". He says, wanna hear something? Maybe... lay a line down"? Reluctantly, I say "sure." It's good. I'm psyched. But... I'm rusty. I haven't "woodshedded"...
  13. BLYN

    Two tone sb and strange position for serial number on a 76 P bass

    Hi I am concidering buying this 76 Precision, but finds a couple of detail thats make me think if it is original. Current owner has owned it for 25 years and dont know much about it, other than it plays nice. * Serial number is positioned in another place on the neck plate than the other old...
  14. T

    Need help on a serial number

    i pretty much know about most serial numbers through the years but I’ve never seen one like this. Any help is appreciated.
  15. DiabolusInMusic

    Ever call a number from the bathroom wall?

    Long story short, I spend a lot of time at the library and often require the facilities. Somebody added the name and contact information for a fellow named BJ to the urinal rolodex today. I was curious to call him and find out why his name and number were there but I ultimately opted against...
  16. -MattMacLennan

    1978 Fender J Bass Serial Number Confusion

    Hi TB, I recently bought a 1978 Fender Jazz bass and I've run into some trouble with the serial number. To begin, the bass is presumably all original, the owner claims to be the original owner. I have fairly consistent contact with the seller whom I trust and have no issues believing what...
  17. S

    Ibanez ATK200 Serial Number Begins with "G"

    Hello, I just bought an Ibanez ATK200 natural that it excellent. The serial number begins with "G" and I cant find any site that references an Ibanez factory that starts with G. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
  18. Vinnie Boombatz

    What is the point of having a number in a club?!

    Still don't understand what the need or purpose is to "get a number" in any of the "clubs" on a forum.
  19. K

    Finding Ibanez model number

    I'm new to bass and just picked up a cherry color Ibanez bass built in 2001. Looking in the catalog, it appears to be either an 800 or a 640. It's a 4-string with 4 black control knobs, the bottom two being split plastic knobs. It has active electronics and the serial number indicates it was...
  20. B

    Strange question about scale length and number of frets.

    I am considering having a custom guitar (not bass) neck built for a body. I have a couple of options in terms of the body and the original scale neck that goes with it. Option 1: A guitar with a 25.5 scale length neck with 22 frets. Option 2: A guitar with a 25.5 scale length with 24 frets...
  21. PauFerro

    Sheet Music Readers -- what is more important? Size of chords or number of pages?

    Everyone -- am working on a free book of jazz lead sheets that is licensed for public performance through a creative commons license. This is to help musicians get into venues where they owner has been hit with BMI or ASCAP licensing free or enforcement and can't afford live music. Also will...
  22. R

    Kay electric bass.

    I am trying to find out when my Kay bass was made. It has no serial number only the Kay logo on end of neck.
  23. liverbird

    Serial number V118XXX Fender '62 RI Jazz - which year?

    I'm trying to find out the year for a friend's Fender '62 RI Jazz. The serial number is V118XXX. It has the tweed hard case. Anybody know?
  24. chusss

    Yamaha RBX Bass - Serial number history

    Hi, I am a guitarist mainly and just got my hands on my new bass. It's a Yamaha RBX170. After some research online for serial number information I could conclude the following about my Yamaha RBX170 bass 1- Production date 21 July 2007 2- Unit#3212 3- Made in Taiwan 4- Serial system #E12 Here...
  25. GrimTim

    Best resources for searching a serial number

    Hi all. I'm Tim, everyone calls me Grim. Very new bass player. I want to know more about my basses. What are reliable resources for figuring that out? Serial number search website? I love figuring out this kind of stuff, but rather that reinvent the wheel, I'll just ask.
  26. GlennB

    NBD 1984 SQ serial number Squire Bullet Japan

    While minding my own business, not looking for anything.... I ran across this one at a local music shop. I was not really excited until I played it and then I lost my mind. Has some minor scuff marks on the back otherwise its pristine. Flats on it now, set up is awesome . Its quite light with...
  27. MEKing

    Fender P Bass Serial Number Location

    what year did Fender start putting the serial numbers of the P bass on the neck plate (moving it from the bridge plate)? Thank you.
  28. M

    Ampeg SVT - CL Serial Number Question

    Hi Guys, I am new to TB and was hoping someone here could help? I am considering buying a used Ampeg SVT - CL, however, I am having an issue identifying the serial number year it was made. The serial is: BJND800153 This is an SLM amp and made in the USA. The 4th digit represents that it is...
  29. Emerald Green Fender P Bass 1982 - S9 Serial Number.
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    For sale Emerald Green Fender P Bass 1982 - S9 Serial Number.

    Bass is in great shape. I don't think I've ever seen another one of these in this finish for sale. Serial number starts S-xxx. Neck & body date to 1982. Recently set up and plays very well. There are a few dings and there's some checking on the neck. This is a players bass. I would love...
    $2,100.00
  30. FSGrind

    SOLD Emerald Green Fender P Bass 1982 - S9 Serial Number.

    Bass is in great shape. I don't think I've ever seen another one of these in this finish for sale. Serial number starts S-xxx. Neck & body date to 1982. Recently set up and plays very well. There are a few dings and there's some checking on the neck. This is a players bass. I would love...
  31. G

    StewMac doesn't show the model number

    I am looking to buy the Gotoh GB 350 tuners, chrome, 2R & 2L for my bass guitar. StewMac shows them at $48 for the four set. They only call them Compact tuners and do not mention the real model number...
  32. B

    Fdeck business phone number

    Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone could send me fdeck's business phone number. I sent and paid for an order of his preamp on the 21st December and have not gotten an order confirmation yet. I've tried emailing him and PM-ing him on talkbass but haven't got a reply yet. I understand that...
  33. Red Planet

    Craigs List horror story number 4003 Rickenbacker content

    I had set up a trade with a fellow of a 1977 Mesa Boogie Mark I combo I own for a 2008 Rickenbacker 4003. So the guy sends me a bunch of pics and the bass looks immaculate. I had sent him pics of the amp which is indeed mint, like show room mint.The guy lives about 3.5 hours from me so we agreed...
  34. Fender Squier Made in Japan Jazz Bass E serial number
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    For sale Fender Squier Made in Japan Jazz Bass E serial number

    It is with great reluctance I am selling this is Amazing bass it is in near mint condition considering is over 30+ yrs old. Just have to many basses. This is the very desirable E serial number. Neck heel says 1986 (pictured). Everything is original. Neck is straight truss rod moves back and...
    $390.00
  35. Mikeee71

    SOLD Fender Squier Made in Japan Jazz Bass E serial number

    It is with great reluctance I am selling this is Amazing bass it is in near mint condition considering is over 30+ yrs old. Just have to many basses. This is the very desirable E serial number. Neck heel says 1986 (pictured). Everything is original. Neck is straight truss rod moves back and...
  36. poppa roc

    Lakland Model number

    Hey folks. I've asked this before and got no response so I'm gonna try again. I own a beautiful Lakland bass 4 string With a natural finish. Assembled in Indonesia. NOWHERE is there a designation to what model bass it is. Anybody know any way to figure this out?
  37. REMBO

    Ampeg 8x10 cabinet date of manufacture by the serial number

    I Have An Ampeg 8x10 Cab That I’m Trying To Figure Out The Year It Was Made....Does Anyone Know If The Year The Cabinet Was Manufactured Can Be Identified By The Serial Number?? Maybe Jimmy M. Will Know!! Thank You For The Help!!
  38. brushfirewolf

    Squier P with odd serial number

    So I wanted to add a P bass to my collection but didn't want to spend a ton on one, so I decided to find the cheapest used Squier I could with the intention of modding the hell out of it. What I found was a $85 Candy Apple Red Affinity Series with no info on the date. Turns out it feels...
  39. Dave Campbell

    My 1978 Gibson RD Artist has an ironic serial number

    Serial # 72228-011. The way to date Gibson's from 1977 onward is the first and fifth numbers indicate the year (1978), the 2nd, 3rd, 4th numbers indicate the day of the year... 222nd day, which is Aug 10th. That's Leo Fender's birthday.
  40. kurtribak

    Where is the serial number on an Ampeg B-15-N?

    Hi all - I recently bought a B-15-N I'm told is from '66. It's got the engraved lucite Ampeg brand name on it and the earlier-style inputs and tone controls. I'm trying to find the serial number on it so I can insure it easily, but I don't see it so far. Where is it on these? I see some...