velvetkevorkian

The proof of the pudding is indeed in the eating!

I recorded a friend playing a while ago- I used an AKG bass drum mic (can't recall the model- was borrowed) close up and an AKG C1000s at distance straight into a Soundcraft compact 4 mixer- worked pretty well as I recall with minimal processing. Managed to set it up so I could mix the two channels independently in Cubase which is good because you can experiment with mic levels without having to do a fresh take every time!

I've not used one myself but I know folk who have- to be honest its not something I've ever really looked into. Don't think I know of anyone personally who has had issues with it. Sorry!

Why not one of [url="http://www.contrabass.co.uk/humidifier.htm"]these?[/url] Would probably work out a hell of a lot cheaper!

Only one I can think of in my current state is the Pod X3 (I think any of the versions would do- not sure if the kidney bean has an FX loop though). Not a 1U rackmount though.

Why not try the preamp and see how much difference that makes before deciding on the pups?

I remember you posting about using a Dean Markley guitar string as a high F- I think that's what got me thinking. I dig the Elixirs because although they're expensive, the only reason I have to change them (so far) is if I decide to change gauge- I never break strings (except once on a school double bass!) and my 4 string I use for practice sounds far better with year old strings than my Conklin does with 6 mth old Overwaters. I should probably change them one of these days

Cheers WalMan- I'm sure I tried that before? Maybe I am thick. C'est la vie.

[quote name='overwater#1' post='401635' date='Feb 5 2009, 11:19 PM']Yeah, I used to use Overwater 6 string sets, but find that they dont last too long. Ideally, i'd probably use Elixirs, I love my Elixir string on the 6, they're phenomenal! I've emailed them to see if they can wind me something to use as an F string. If not, I reckon trying something like the S.I.T strings would be worthwile! Is it noticeable having the core in contact with the bridge? You're not planning on ordering any more are you? Could go halves on the shipping and get some each? If not, I've just had a reply from Bill Conklin, and might order a set of his Snakeskin ones to try. I definitely do like Elixirs though... hmm The coating is coming off a little bit where I play over the PUs, but they still have an almost piano like clarity, really bright, great sounds and feel!!![/quote] Let me know how you get on there- I also use Elixirs on my 4 and 5 string and rather like them. I wonder if a guitar string would be long enough? I would definitely order a set or three if you can get them to do 7 string sets!

I'm interested in theory but won't know if I can actually come til closer to the time, work and ride sharing (and Mrs VK) permitting.

Do you get a bulk discount on these now Peter?

I've got a fretted and fretless 5 string of this model and yours is definitely backwards compared to them. Probably someone at the factory got their wires crossed!

I string my 7 BEADGBE- the only strings I've used are Overwaters (which I would have thought would be good for you!). They're a LOT cheaper than buying the Conklins (which I was considering)- the OWs are only about £21 a set IIRC. I'm no strings expert though, so as ever, YMMV, but I would be loath to drop $50-60 +delivery getting a set from the states when I can get 2 from the UK for the same price.

I would get yourself along to the Violin Shop in Glasgow and see what they have in stock- they have a good selection and you can try before you buy. They do the full range as well so you can see how the cheaper bows compare to the more expensive ones.

You can always turn it down...

Am I being thick? I can't find you at all- found your personal page but not your music. Help!

Hi all, I have three fretted basses in varying degrees of requiring a fret dress- one is pretty much unplayable with any kind of decent action. Is it feasible to do this yourself with minimal tooling, or is it best left to a professional? My local guitar shops are quoting £70-£100 to have this kind of work done. If its possible, what would I need? Any references to assist? I'm relatively comfortable with adjusting the bridge and truss rod but that's not enough for this one. Cheers Kyle

Well I bought the Digitech new locally, mainly as an impulse buy- decided to put my money where my mouth is for once and support my local independent shop. Will report back after I've played with it some.

[quote name='XB26354' post='396465' date='Jan 31 2009, 09:32 PM']If you are notating something expressly written where all strings are detuned then the piece should be written as if strings were in standard tuning. E.g. if you detune the strings to Eb/Ab/Db/Gb and the first note is open Eb it makes more sense to write the music in E as it what you will feel and see. Writing at pitch means you have to relearn the whole fretboard just for that piece (e.g. C is now B, F is now E). If you are transposing a tune from one key to another it obviously makes sense to write at pitch.[/quote] What he said, although there is a certain amount of flexibility depending on the nature of the piece.

[quote name='phil_the_bassist' post='394741' date='Jan 29 2009, 05:21 PM']i logged in today to ask if anyone had the sheet score for Pachelbels Canon in D, and I've found it in approx 3mins since logging on....all thanks to you! I'll getcha a drink next time you're in Newbury! [/quote] Mine's a Czech lager! Cheers!

'kin hell man that's awesome. Maybe time for a Glasgow bassbash soon?

The Simandl Method books (Vols 1 and 2) are pretty much the standard for DB methods- classically oriented but you can certainly play through the exercises pizz as well.