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Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 9:34 am
by atomic_punk
Mine is a Chapparal, I believe it is a '98. I have always wanted a B12S or even a Quad Bass and will someday have one! But this bass is a nice player and sounds HUGE! Active electronics too...I added the "stars" because the black on black on black didn't really read well on stage.
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 9:38 am
by admiralb
I've had two B12Ls - one in the ubiquitous black, and currently one in trans blue. Stock, save for EMG CS35s in place of the 35DCs, running 18V.
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 10:02 am
by paul_yan
Thanks for the quick responses, guys.
Steve, yours is one of the best looking black Chaparral 12 strings that I've seen, simply because of the stars!!! They match the "full of tuners" headstock nicely too. Cool and creative touch of yours!
I'd like to get a B12S in this finish someday.
P.S.-Aren't 'Chaparral" and "B12L" the same thing? They are, in my '96 Hamer catalog...
P.S.S.-I really hope RIC would produce 4003 12 string or 4004CII 8 and 12 string bass versions, with options of both inverted and normal stringing.
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 11:00 am
by atomic_punk
Paul,
Yes, I think the B12L is the same as the Chaparral, and if Ric made a 12 string, I would be in line right now to get one. I love the pic of the B12S you put up, those flame tops are nice! I almost bought one in transparent red with the flame top, it was gorgeous but couldn't swing it at the time. I'm still looking, though!
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 1:42 pm
by jps
Paul,
How about a 4003-4/8/12 converter, that would be pretty wild, huh? Or how about a 4004Cii4-8-12 triple neck?
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 2:15 pm
by paul_yan
Wow, wild they sure are!!!
I would fancy a "4812" (4003/4004CII 4/8 or 4/12 double neck). Heavy enough for me, haha.
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2004 2:21 pm
by ojobob2
sorry for sounding like a killjoy here
but what the hell are you meant to do with a 12 string bass? haha
Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2004 4:48 am
by atomic_punk
Owen,
Basically the 12 string bass has 2 octave strings instead of the one octave string that an 8-string bass has. If you play in a 3-piece band with no rhythm guitar player, there is a lot of space that can be filled in with a 12-string bass. Basically it replaces the rhythm guitarist!
It has a lot of possibilities, but also is a little restricting in terms of soloing on it! Definitely a unique sound, though.
Posted: Thu Jan 08, 2004 3:51 am
by motoryeshead
Yeah, 12 string basses are a lot of fun, but they need to be well set up, cause the extra string tension gives you cramp if your not careful, you need strong fingers. The sound is incredible though, and despite the inflexibility for day to day use, they are a worthy addition to the collection if you have the spare space and money. My odd Rick request? a 6 string 4003 tuned 4ths from low B-E-A-D-G-C, but I sure fancied that 6 string 4005 on eBay the other week, drooool!
Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2004 10:47 am
by gothbin
I've used a BassPOD for a while, and it's compressor is more than OK. Then I grabbed back at my Boss LMB-3 which is also nice, and works suberb with my 2003 4003/FG. Nowadays I use a second hand Eden WT-300, which has a comp. build in, but I use my Boss still, because it works just better for me personal.
Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2004 11:01 am
by ojobob2
it must be hard to play anything on a 12 string except root notes. My brain would burst trying anything else!!
Posted: Fri Jan 09, 2004 11:37 am
by atomic_punk
Sometimes it is a little challenging, I have my action set nicely but my hands can hurt sometimes if I use it for 3 sets. I used to play it exclusively in a certain band I was in a few years ago. I can't imagine doing that now...I do maybe 6-7 songs a night on it and that is enough! Again, the RIC has spoiled me!