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Should have gone to Specsavers! I had everything immediately to hand - Supercompact, tape measure... but not my glasses. That'll teach me

I'd say you don't need this bass then.

The Australian Open: the current mrs discreet says she's eager to see the mens' semis.

Read the full story and the organisers did a lot, sorted the main event, free upgrade, offer of free carer tickets, access to private toilet facilities etc. As a passionate supporter of disability rights I find this a bit frustrating. Unless there is something being missed by all the media, which is possible, then it seems to be someone looking for an angle to moan at. I truly hope that isn’t the case as it’s been a hard slog to get rights for the disabled and it only takes a few freeloading idiots to spoil it for everyone.

This is crazy - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-42776454. Leaving aside the obvious jokes about the fact that you would be better off not being able to hear what was happening at a Little Mix gig, how would having someone signing the banal lyrics of typical chart tripe increase anyone's enjoyment (can you even sign drivel such as "ooh yeah baby", etc?) when they couldn't hear the actual music? Note that I am not arguing against providing signing/assistance for hearing impaired people in as many situations as is practical or possible. However, music (I use the term loosely in this case) requires the ability to hear in some way. The lyrics are only a part of it. I know it's tough that those who cannot hear are unlikely to be able to enjoy music fully, but that's just the way life is. Discuss.

Why not just buy one off the shelf?

As his mastery of photography...

Yeah i might get another. Total bargain

Buy and sell it quickly - a FLIPPER!

Me, 2018 Blue

I was in a band that switched to the Behringer version of these on top of mic stands. There were 2 main benefits: 1. Getting them closer to your ears mean they don't need to be so loud reducing overall stage volume. 2. You get loads of floor space back. They are both off the floor and tiny. In my view, spot monitors are the best solution if you don't want to go with IEM.

Nope...deffo there.

+1 for these. We've actually been using them as our PA, rather than just as monitors, for 3 years now (for vocals, acoustic guitar and sax) and at 400W a piece, they can easily cope with up to medium sized venues. Me and the lead guitarist take our own amps and pretty much job done!

Not used rotos for some time but I reckon so... I've been using a custom set of newtone's on my Dingwall since last year as I find the stock sets too heavy, and I find them excellent quality. Still got a set on that I fitted around September last year, and they still have plenty of life left in them. I also like the fact that they do custom sets. The only down side is that you may have to wait a couple of weeks for them, but if you allow for this then it's not a problem...

So funny you mention this, I remember going to a big heavy rock/metal festival years ago and all of the bands looked as mean and scary as possible. My friend and I both had an ongoing joke the whole weekend, that most of the bands singers were really softly spoken and polite over the microphone and then launched into super aggressive almost inaudible screaming shouting vocals. "Hi everybody, we are Satans Armpit from California, we are so blessed to be here and see you you all, thanks for the support. This next songs is called BLOOD GOBLIN DEATH MURDER" followed by screaming for 3 minutes. I am guilty that I have let the personalities of musicians and bands influence me to an extent. I always though James Blunt was incredibly funny and self deprecating, and played up his soft image. I have no doubt he is more rock and roll behind closed doors than most bands, and a lot tougher than anyone will ever realise. I have recently found a new level of respect for Noel Gallagher too, he is very funny and a proper wind up merchant, and its made me a little more tolerant of Oasis and his solo stuff. I know there are more examples but my mind is not functioning well today. My friend sent me a link to a band the other day and I mocked him quite a lot, because he said "great band, really good songs, tight as hell and they are really nice boys". I love the fact that we have both got to an age, where being 'Nice Boys' is something you should mention about a band.

I never really had an opinion either way on Tom Robinson. However after seeing him play at a festival last year I was struck by what a thoroughly nice chap he is. Over the course of the set he recounted his experiences, the highs and lows - especially when he was virtually banned from the airwaves for being "Glad to be Gay", and later on rediscovering success with War Baby. He wasn't too shoddy a bass player either. It turned out to be one of the highlights of the festival for me

I got some RCF 310As a little while back, and they are fantastic. You just missed out on a great deal on them - Andertons had them at £278 just after the new year - now back to £328.

Isn’t the rule of thumb, the heavier the band the nicer the guys? Would explain the Eagles too.

I’m in Denbigh North Wales Happy to do set ups, maintenance, pickup replacements, basic electrics etc (Still learning fretwork so would prefer not to do it) When my workshops up and running can do more (Refinishing, Wood working etc)

I don't like or play fivers, but if i did, i would pick one where all 5 string are actually over the fretboard What an abortion.

I had the honour of releasing a compilation of his early work for a record company I worked for many years back, and got to meet him at the launch of the London concert celebrating the 1st anniversary of Nelson Mandela's release. The launch was held in South Africa House on Trafalgar Square, for years the target of anti apartheid protest. When the launch came to an end, Masekela along with Miriam Makeba got to his feet, and they performed an impromptu Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika. It was the most moving musical experience of my life.

Something else i noticed may be related. Been PM-ing today with a BC member and the ability to edit posts in PM's disappeared

Surely the make-do, cobbled-together look IS the essence of 'Rickness'? Rrrowl!

Nice rug. Do you use Dinky or Corgi cars?

How about https://www.thomann.de/gb/the_box_ma5.htm

James Blunt? I know, I'll get me coat.

It does make a difference (to me) what type of person they are. I haven't read the Gary Glitter thread but my opinion of Metallica ( the band members) plummeted after watching Some Kind of Monster.

Nice. It's like a modern take on a flip-top.

I hope the next song wasn't the Lost Prophets......

Hiwatt DR405 Mywatt 400

I can muck in here, Im in Rugeley (Staffordshire) ...standard set ups and lower tuning set ups, solder repairs, preamp fitting, some body work repairs (depending on severity and finish type), cavity shielding / grounding, plus a bit of damaged truss rod nut removal type of thing.

I am in Tamworth and reasonably handy across a range of skills but never done fretwork. I have a wide array of tools and kit to problem solve if needed as well.

[quote name='lownote12' timestamp='1488050388' post='3245461'] I'm in the middle of East Anglia. Happy to help with setting up and beginner bassics. Don't ask me about soldering iron stuff though. [/quote] Same in Portsmouth, Hampshire

Me in Glasgow area (I'm in North Lanarkshire). I'll do tweaks on setup & electrics - I don't do woodwork, frets or paint. G.

Great thread! Happy to help anyone with setups, soldering, repairs and a cup of tea in Argyll.

A worthwhile thread. East London.....happy to assist with soldering and set-ups etc.

How did I miss this? Soldering, pickups, setups, help with building anything Fender-style. Dartmoor/SW Devon/SE Cornwall Den

[quote name='Twigman' timestamp='1453660890' post='2961524'] Me setups and wiring soldering and pickup replacement No fretwork or woodwork though Dunstable Beds [/quote] Very useful to know Ian, seeing as I`m very inept at anything electrical.

I'll chuck my hat in the ring.... I'm in Leeds. I can handle most common set up and mod jobs, except the really advanced/awkward stuff and refinishes, and if I can't do it I know exactly where to refer folks to. 😀 Oh and I have a good selection of teas!

Just south of Oxford, I can do set-ups and soldering, surface-mount component rework, fret levelling. I don't charge for work, as it's been mostly for friends and bc'ers. I'm Jules, btw.

Just north of Derby. I can help out with most things except spray jobs. Do stuff mainly as a hobby so for fellow BCers, happy to do small jobs for free or just the cost of the bits, low rates for medium jobs and a mere kings ransom for the bigger ones

Always happy to help with basic set ups for guitars and basses and simple soldering jobs. North Essex/Cambridge

Excellent idea. Put me down for London. General soldering, wiring, basic set-up. General electronics too, so if that pedal needs a look, I may be able to help.

Great idea Rich - happy to go on the list for basic set-up work (truss rods, intonation, action). In Sussex, halfway between Crawley and Brighton.

General set ups and pickup replacement/Jack socket issues etc. Manchester (Swinton/Worsley) And I've just finished my workbench Just remembered I do a mean defret too...😂

Down South on the sunshine coast - I'm always doing odd jobs not least of all wiring repairs, setups, minor repairs, mods - feel free to PM, you don't get if you don't ask I do usually make a small charge for most things lots of pots & parts in stock, my man cave is currently undergoing restoration, but work as normal. If you do drop in you'll be most welcome John