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  2. DGBass started following Ashdown Labs Mark King MK500 bass amp head
  3. DGBass
    My Ashdown Labs MK500 head is now surplus to requirements and needs a new owner who can appreciate its capabilities. I bought this from another basschatter and its served me well and been faultless in operation since I've owned it. For those not in the know, this is the special edition UK made Mark King 500 watt head based around the ABM power stage but with a 12 band graphic EQ. It also has a couple of unique features in a low noise XLR input and an 'enhance' knob that basically brightens the tone in a way not found on other Ashdown amps, a bit like a super presence control. The paintwork is in i'd consider very good condition. There are some minor paint scratches and marks from being in a rack over time, but none since I've owned it. It was kept in a pro rack case all the time i've owned it. Has only been gigged a handful of times and did most of its work in a studio enviroment as its beautifully quiet in operation, and the low noise input and DI out work extremly well together for recording or PA use. Everything works as it should and the controls are smooth and crackle free. The cooling fans operate all the time when its powered on but are remarkably quiet for such a powerful amp. It's rated 500 watts RMS @ 4 ohms and will power just about any sort of cab or combination of cabs down to 4 ohms safely. It's quite a clean and crisp sounding amp and quite unlike the slightly grungey tones that you can get from ABM's. I'm in central Scotland and would prefer collect in person so a buyer can try it out first. Tea and biscuits at no extra cost! I may consider posting the unit as long as the buyer can arrange their own courier and insurance. It would be well packaged in bubble wrap and good quality packaging. If you are interested in this option please PM me to discuss. A rough estimate based on the courier I used to buy this would be around £20 for a next day fully insured deal from a reputable courier. I'll only send to destinations within the UK mainland. Any questions please ask/PM thanks.
  4. Wolverinebass
    In that case, I'll bring that. It's a curious bass as I had it made so you can use it either stereo or mono. Much like a Rickenbacker or Series Alembic. It's not as hard to play as some people might think if you put your arm on the wing a la John Entwistle as I am in the photo. I kind of didn't want to bring an instrument that you couldn't buy anymore (like the Status buzzard or Warmoth 8 string Explorer) and as Grainger will make that for you if you wish, it seems like the best way to go.
  5. FourOnTheFloor
    I'm happy consider offers, if anyone's interest.
  6. Beedster
    That's a full detention for you Valdemar 🤣
  7. Sweeneythebass started following Mark bass CMD102p Combo and Squier Classic Vibe Mustang Bass
  8. FourOnTheFloor
    Recently brought from this parish but it's no longer needed, so I'm raising funds for the next bought of GAS. The price included UK postage.
  9. Matt P started following Need replacement 12" speaker for Markbass CMD 121P
  10. Matt P
    I'd have to suggest the same thing, the best speaker for that enclosure would be the one that Markbass designed it for, Failing that then if you can take measurements of the internal enclosure volume and any port areas and lengths then someone might be able to suggest a suitable replacement. matching cabinets to speakers is a science and getting it wrong will at best just sound bad and at worst damage the new driver. I made the mistake of buying some speakers with the intention of building some cabs without doing enough research beforehand and ending up with completely the wrong speakers and no chance of building a suitable cabinet that would fit in the space i had. Matt
  11. simonlittle started following Pedaltrain Jr Classic with softcase
  12. HeadlessBassist started following NBD - Fender American Vintage II Precision Bass - now with some subtle mods
  13. HeadlessBassist
    It usually takes 7+ years. I've recently had a couple of tiny pinhole flakes come off on my 2018 American Original Jazz.
  14. bassoctopus
    Yeah, it definitely is. I could do with the space but I really can’t go any lower than this. not sure if IEMs are affecting the cab market too
  15. bassoctopus
    The price keeps dropping! However, this is the last drop. If it doesn’t sell I’ll re-advertise later in the year and hope the market has improved.
  16. Cosmo Valdemar
    I love Metallica, but Lars' drum sound is horrendous. It wouldn't be so bad if it wasn't always mixed to be the lead instrument.
  17. Huge Hands started following Something odd about Frank’s Ricky @ Glastonbury
  18. Huge Hands
    I laughed at that a lot more than I should have......
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  20. Cosmo Valdemar
    He has limited movement in his right hand because of the needles and pins (ah).
  21. Hellzero
    Too late, it's already sold. 😉
  22. RussFM started following Ozzy's final gig with Sabbath
  23. RussFM
    Looking back at the few videos I took for my son, Rex's bass was only really audible during Planet Caravan. Robert Trujillo was cutting through the mix nicely though, even with the loud kick drum.
  24. dave_bass5 started following How was your gig last night?
  25. dave_bass5
    2 outdoor gigs in North London for me yesterday. First gigs on bass for quite a while. First was at the Heath street festival in Hampstead. Nice stage and good sound. I had my new preamp with me but didnt use it at either gigs. First gig was with an Ampeg combo. Really nice sound. Quite tempted to get one at some point. It did rain a bit but that didnt seem to deter the crowd and we were covered. Second was in a private estate in Highgate. We were supposed to have a proper stage but it turned out to be a Gazebo with a small raised playing area. No side protection at all. Of course, the heavens opened up as we were approaching to set up. Again, backline was supplied so this time i used MB 3x10 combo. I had planned on using a preamp with this, but looking at the extension socket, filled with rain, I decided I wasn't going anywhere near it. Again, decent sound, which did surprise me as ive never been a fan of MB cabs. Highlight was when the sound guy turned the supplied Tube driven guitar combo on and a firework display emerged outage back of it. Apparently due to the tube being hot, a tiny drop of cold rain has shattered the glass. Guitarist ended up going DI from hisHelix Stomp. We had a really good sound though. Thoroughly enjoyed both gigs. What also struck me was how easy it was setting up. Never needed any effects, didnt even miss not using a preamp etc.
  26. Hellzero started following Something odd about Frank’s Ricky @ Glastonbury
  27. Hellzero
    Did anybody notice that the two photos are showing him playing exactly the same thing exactly the same way ... or maybe he always freezes in this position for photos?
  28. Cosmo Valdemar
    I thought the bass was surprisingly well-represented throughout. Mike Inez's Warwick/Fishman sounded incredible. It was only really Rex who suffered.
  29. Rodders
    I agree with Lozz on this, another recommendation for the Keeley Bassist, I've struggled with compressors, tried different ones but this is the easiest to use and gives you a great even sound.
  30. Rodders
    I think he ended up ordering one of these, Hercules Transformer stands, seems as though it tilts from the base?
  31. Schwartz
    Neural DSP - Quad Cortex with the case. Featuring all manor of effects, amps, cabs and coming soon bass plugin support starting with the Parallax. Full Device List: https://neuraldsp.com/device-list?g_keywordid=dsa-1456167871416&g_adtype=search&g_keyword=&g_campaign=%23GAds+-+Search+-+Tier+1+-+DSA+-+2022-06&g_adgroupid=141271465670&g_campaignid=17432858291&g_network=g&g_acctid=332-563-6797&g_adid=602275143321&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17432858291&gbraid=0AAAAAC8xZkBfBxpix7-eNu02g-K9F41G6&gclid=Cj0KCQjwgvnCBhCqARIsADBLZoJ-zChSVvdsD_fPDt6aW4AplXtatBC8mlLUIT7Un2vOPccRTLgIsRAaAocbEALw_wcB You all know the drill, it’s an incredible piece of tech. excellent condition, located in Portsmouth, UK. £1000 - not open to trades
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  32. Clarky
    Tuner sold Remaining job lot (OneSpot, TC Spark Booster, Pedal Train Nano and bag) £60
  33. Pow_22
    So i picked up an old UK made ABM 300 Evo II (not the one i linked above, i found one for much less). Thing sounds great but there is a constant buzz, even when my bass is turned right down or even with nothing plugged into the input at all. If i plug into the Effects return the amp is silent. Im assuming that means the issue is in the pre-amp section? **update, i think its the jack. With nothing plugged in there is a buzz and if i touch the metal washer on the input jack the buzz gets much louder**
  34. Leonard Smalls
    Original Funky Drummer!
  35. franzbassist
    I've had these a while, using them in various amps with valve preamp stages, but my move away from such amps means they are now surplus: Mullard ECC83 - code B6B3 means made in Blackburn, third week of February in either 1956, 1966 or 1976 = £50 Mullard ECC83 - (code backward3)91 means made in Chelmsford for Mullard by Marconi, but not sure how to date the rest = £50 Mullard ECC81 - no code that I can see = £25 Caveat Emptor: I have tested them in my Demeter amp and they are all working fine at time of writing, but as always with old valves be aware they can fail at any time. Please do bear that in mind before you buy.
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  36. franzbassist
    As they have round cores I would say there's a bit mellower than the D'Ads. Watch this video, from 1:56 to 2:42 and then again from 6:49 to 7:35, which might help.
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