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Bass Japan Direct
Japan
Приєднався 27 тра 2007
Bass Japan Direct is a small, family run operation run by British bassist Danny Stewart for bassists of any ilk worldwide. Bringing you the finest in Japanese handmade custom, new, used and vintage basses, direct from the source, we offer custom builds from Dragonfly, STR, Momose, Bacchus, AtelierZ and now Moon!
We also offer special shipping options if you need them, such as neck-off shipping to reduce costs and so-on. We like to keep things small in order to make communication smooth between ourselves, our customers and the builders we work with.
Feel free to inquire any time!
WE CAN HUNT BASSES FOR YOU - See a video with a sold out bass or can’t seem to hunt down that dream bass? Let us find and secure that elusive MIJ bass / guitar of your dreams for you… Send a PM at any time to get things going!
We also offer special shipping options if you need them, such as neck-off shipping to reduce costs and so-on. We like to keep things small in order to make communication smooth between ourselves, our customers and the builders we work with.
Feel free to inquire any time!
WE CAN HUNT BASSES FOR YOU - See a video with a sold out bass or can’t seem to hunt down that dream bass? Let us find and secure that elusive MIJ bass / guitar of your dreams for you… Send a PM at any time to get things going!
HIGH END JAPANESE BASS: STR SIERRA LS52 FULL REVIEW #bass #jazzbass #electricbass #jazzbass #review
HIGH END JAPANESE BASS: STR SIERRA LS52 #bass #jazzbass #electricbass #jazzbass #strguitars #demo
FULL LENGTH VERSION
01:10 talk starts
01:30 spec overview
02:20 mid switch / rear pup
03:10 low B!
03:30 Neck spec / development
05:20 More Low B!
05:30 difference between Sierra series and High End STR.
07:00 bypass switch and application
09:20 maple vs ebony (personal opinion)
12:30 Font pickup
13:50 pickup positioning
15:20 A B-ing balanced to front
16:30 Closing thoughts and opinion
Support me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DannyMStewart
Hire the Bass Hunter at the link below.
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♦ Visit our WEBSITE ▬ bit.ly/Bassjapandirect
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ORIGINAL MUSIC: bassjapandirect.com/music-store.html
PARANORMAL DIARIES; www.youtube.com/@dansparadiaries
#bassguitar #jazzbass #electricbass #bass #bassreviews #bassdemo #basssoundcheck #soundcheck #precisionbass #japanesebass #MIJ #mijbasses #mijguitars #madeinjapan #japanesebasses #japanese #japanmade #bassporn #bassgroove #slapbass
FULL LENGTH VERSION
01:10 talk starts
01:30 spec overview
02:20 mid switch / rear pup
03:10 low B!
03:30 Neck spec / development
05:20 More Low B!
05:30 difference between Sierra series and High End STR.
07:00 bypass switch and application
09:20 maple vs ebony (personal opinion)
12:30 Font pickup
13:50 pickup positioning
15:20 A B-ing balanced to front
16:30 Closing thoughts and opinion
Support me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DannyMStewart
Hire the Bass Hunter at the link below.
🎶 BASS HUNTER ▬ bit.ly/bjdhunter
♦ Visit our WEBSITE ▬ bit.ly/Bassjapandirect
♦ Facebook ▬ bit.ly/2sUAUHt
♦ Twitter ▬ bit.ly/2HB7N1d
♦ Instagram ▬ bit.ly/2JvQpwt
ORIGINAL MUSIC: bassjapandirect.com/music-store.html
PARANORMAL DIARIES; www.youtube.com/@dansparadiaries
#bassguitar #jazzbass #electricbass #bass #bassreviews #bassdemo #basssoundcheck #soundcheck #precisionbass #japanesebass #MIJ #mijbasses #mijguitars #madeinjapan #japanesebasses #japanese #japanmade #bassporn #bassgroove #slapbass
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Vintage Japanese Bass Guitars: Fernandes LTD Edition JBR45 1984 (revived) #bassguitar #jb #jazzbass
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BASS HUNTER: Rare vintage Yamaha SA-70 1972 #soundcheck #bassguitar #vintagebass #bass #yamaha #demo
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Nice basses. I like the one with the rosewood fretboard too, maybe due to the pickup spacing. Oh, by the way, perhaps grab a volume pedal so you don't get that noise when changing basses. I recently bought an Xotic XVP 250k, the gold one. Works a treat :-)
Good idea 👍💡 Cheers
Love these old grecos
Hello. Can you offer me 4 string passive bass for about 150000 yen
Hi Danny! The bass is perfect! I just need the diagram to get a slap switch!! I also will pay for that!! Cheers
Sorry, been so busy. Will try to get that done asap
That IS thick rich tone in series. Great work restoring that P bass. Aside question; being in Japan, how often do you come across the 84-85' Aria Pro ii sb black 'n' gold? I'm saving up for one and see your shop comes across alot of rare items.
Thanks! 🙏 The SB1000 BnG is very very rare but I have seen them crop up so it is possible to get one on my Hunter service, might need a year though to have a fair try at sourcing one. Cheers!
What’s the price for this one?
It is tagged, you can follow the link in the product section. But it is something like 300Euro at current rates. bassjapandirect.myshopify.com/products/greco-fresher-hybrid-p-bass-early-70s-japan-vintage?ToPasteBoard&
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I've owned a Fender Deluxe Jazz and an AVG 75 reissue and they could be set up with a very low action. Both were bought used and may have been setup by techs before I bought them. But I bought a Fender Precision Elite new online, in 2018 and the action has never been great, however much I try to tweak it. It also developed a fault with the jack socket, which is a cheap plastic thing and almost impossible to source a replacement for. I won't be buying a new Fender again, unless I get the chance to play it first.
I think you were asking about radiuses in another comment? From my experience, which admittedly is limited, and to MIJ stuff mostly, a compound radius on the fretboard could lead to issues with low or medium-low actions. I think it would be fine with standard 2mm action though. Most makers over here do not compound the fretboard, but do make a compound grip (ie U-D or C-D types). I think Fender USA builds tend to need some proper set-up these days, from what I hear. Having said that I have a great lefty American Pro in stock here, and that is very well made with no issues. Seems it can be hit or miss with Fender USA! The Fender Japan are all great set-up wise, I rarely have to do anything before shipments, always intoned and properly set at the bridge right from the factory.
I did not realize this bass is rare. I found mine in a warehouse for cheap wasting away.
Hi, i sent you a message via Messenger about the shipping. Other question : the Shortscale and the Junior Collection are the same basses ? Tia 🖐
Apologies for the delay! Just responded. Thanks!
@@BassJapanDirect : no problem 🖐 So are the JB Shortscale and the JB Junior Collection the same bass ? Cheers from France
@@geo0859 yes, the same
Dude - what's that triple P on the wall?!
DISCLAIMER: Audio may overload here and there. Sorry! Hopefully you can get the idea though.
What’s a better brand for your money in stead of Fender?
Change bridge to Hipshot KickAss look like very good.
Well how do I get one
The product is linked from the video. You can order it right there! Thanks
Hi there ! How much do these basses usually cost including shipping ?
This is very cool.
Esta es la peor demostración de un bajo que haya visto
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Thanks for watching and commenting, your view and engagement is much appreciated.
Thanks for another one Danny! What do you play through for these bass reviews for reference?
This is through PJB cub, flat EQ. Cheers!
I've owned 40 basses and I can affirm that Greco's from the late 70's early 80's are fantastic basses. My Greco 76 Jazz Bass has a 3 piece neck, something that Fender never did. I also own a P Bass from Tokai, late 70's. Also, incredible finishing. When you open the pick guard and you see how the wood was cut, it's perfection. I also owned many Fenders. I can tell you, there's no need to worship the F brand. Nice video, thanks for sharing.
That upright in the background also looks beastly. Never noticed it leaning there before, if it ever appeared in other vids.
I have one of these, collecting dust as i play keys, how much would one be worth that still functions but has cracked frame?
Not sure what you mean, "cracked frame"? If the body wood is cracked then maybe only $200 / $250 or so. If in good condition overall, I sell these at around $500
Yeah sorry, cracked body wood, I’m a keys man and have happened upon it, not sure if it’s been modified also, I’m no bassist.
What is the blue bass on the edge of the table behind you,
On the right? That is a Bacchus Craft Series WL4AC Japan made series Jazz bass.
@@BassJapanDirect is that available???
@@armani077cc3 possible to get used on my bass hunter service, but not in stock here anymore. Let me know if you want to open a hunt on one. Should be about 700-800usd shipped at current rates!
Thank you for the quick response. I used the Bass Hunter Service but for a different bass, and I put down as much info as possible. Thank you, so much
Very cool instrument. Love the early 50's p-bass styling, and all those tone options will be great for the right player.
Nice looking bass but I wanted to hear what it sounded like for normal playing ie without all your useless twiddling
Beautiful bass. I don't know about this brand. Very nice!
Nice JB. Thank you for the demo Dany. Though I don't see the direct link to this bass on the description.
Does this company make 5 strings? I’d love to see some if they do.
If I’m not mistaken, Sugi factory only has 7-8 luthiers that work on basses all by hand. If you know more, or correct me I’d love to know.
Amazing technique!🙏🏽👍🏾
Awesome
Well, it DID say ‘demo’ and not ‘review’.
I’d love one of these one day. They sound amazing for how cheap you can get one
I hate 6 string basses but not this one
Amazing !!! Sounds so good, wonder how much does this cost?
These go for about 800usd or so including my hunter fee.
@@BassJapanDirectthat’s not that bad at all
How is the neck on this model? Chunky, thin?
I wanted to order this bass guitar but I can't import anything with Rosewood.. it's prohibited in my country :( thank you for your review, though!
That doesn't sound right. Rosewood is not banned any longer. The CITES regulation changed in 2020 or 2021 and the ban was lifted. What country are you in?
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Nice
Thanks for the Video Danny!!! I’ve just bought it!!! Cheers!!!!!!
Nice demo. What is that tune you were playing? It's now stuck in my head.
Sounding great Danny. Looks like a fun gig!
What’s the sense in installing a pick guard that’s clear and does nothing ?.
This is a very popular thing, many makers do it....There is a very good, and once you hear it, obvious reason. It is to protect the beautiful top wood from pick/slap scratches while still being able to see the grain clearly.
Awesome
If you want to know what a Greco Mercury sounds like check this out ua-cam.com/video/8Pc_7n3qZe0/v-deo.html
Thank you very much for this review! He made so many people happy with that bass, I am happy someone that knows so much about music could explain deeply about it
Yes, may Reita San always live on through his music! 🎵
So annoyed with these demos and the guy does almost all slap bass. I wanna see how that thing sounds with a pick not some guy trying to substitute his thumb for one. Epic fail.
Very cool
is it possible the 1985 PB400RA already had the P1 louder/hotter pick ups ? they sound damn hot on my PB400RA ! second question: are the Yamaha PB400/PB600 pick ups available somewhere ?
Awesome sounding bass Danny. Wow!!