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Lol! I guess I should use a Kemp-er too..... but I have a Stomp, which I've Taylor-ed- to my liking!

I'll be depping with the Spandau Ballet/Duran Duran theatre show 'From Gold To Rio' next Friday night at East Grinstead Chequer Mead Arts Centre

This has been partly brought on by the insistence of Fender/Gibson for stores to have entire walls of their product. Now, I like a good Fender as much as the next guy but I have no desire to see a wall of them so I never visit. Shops with a wide choice of brands, a good used section etc will always win out for me...... be they specialist stores with a wide range like Bass Direct, Gallery, BassBros etc or a more general music store with a decent range like RichTone or Andertons.

The new Styx album.... here's the 1st track... The new Doobie Brothers album: and the latest Young Gun Silver Fox album!:

And I was playing bass for Ian!

Shipping started a week ago I believe so will see them in next couple of months...

I bought a TV from John Lewis in Kingston about 20 years ago. The chap who served me was 'Rick Rock' (Rick Goldstein) who was formerly of Sham 69 and was the drummer of The Bootleg Beatles when I toured Japan with them back in 1996!

From Facebook: I never thought I’d have to write this. But after 25 years of loyalty, trust, and building something truly world-class, I owe it to myself—and to everyone who believed in me—to speak the truth. I gave my heart, my soul, and my engineering to create what many of you came to know through Phil Jones Bass, Airpulse, and Acoustic Energy. I built it all from the ground up—every design, every driver, every product, with passion and precision. Years ago, I even supported my business partner in his U.S. immigration journey. I wrote the letter that helped him secure his green card. I believed in him. I thought we shared the same vision. But now—without my consent—that same partner has shut the company down behind my back. He is attempting to erase my legacy. He has destroyed not just a business, but the livelihoods of good people who stood by us. But I will not disappear quietly. I am now looking for a new partner or investor—someone who believes in doing things the right way. Someone who believes in British sound, innovation, and integrity. This isn't just about business. It’s about protecting a lifetime of work—and finishing what I started, in the right hands. If you know someone who wants to be part of rebuilding something meaningful—contact me directly. I still have everything that matters: The knowledge, the vision, and the fire to finish this story my way. – Phil Jones Designer – AE1 | Phil Jones Bass | Airpulse

I'm even closer, near Sandhurst. Send me a PM if you want to try my Monaco!

Just got home from seeing the wonderful ELO Experience with @Hamster & @Kebabkid at Epsom Playhouse with our very own @TPJ on bass and backing vocals! A fantastic show, great bass playing and so many great songs! Catch them if you can! 🎶🎸😎

Until recently, 5 string PJ sets were hard to come by. The new Euro CST series has a 5 PJ set though! Of course, in any other Spector 5 - should you wish, you can swap the soapbar humbuckers for Reverse P & J EMGs in soapbar housing.

Tell them that 'Spector bassist Gary' sent you. They'll look after you!

See if you can pop along to Bass Direct and try out a Pulse II, a Euro LX/Classic and a Dimension HP. See which you prefer....

Pulse II is a great entry to Spectorland and THAT tone, especially if you upgrade the preamp. If you can afford it and don't mind a slightly thicker neck then a Euro 4LX will get you there straight away. 👍

Great review and I echo all your sentiments. This cab is seriously impressive!

I absolutely love my LFSys F1 range Monaco cab. Sounds phenomenal.... Looks like @stevie has now released his new more 'wallet-friendly' BlueLine range. Go give them a look.... I'm sure they're wonderful! https://www.lfsys.co.uk/bassguitarproducts

You sold a Euro for £750?!?!?!? 🤯

To double down on what some others have said re: Spector... The Pulse II is the best bang for your buck, sounding, feeling and playing Spector in your price range, especially if you can get a used one. Keep your eyes open and you should be able to grab a used one at the top of your budget! Otherwise you may be able to get a used Spector Ethos which is also excellent.

This comedy clip has Gary Tibbs make a guest appearance at the end as Store Manager/Security guard.... (that's him on the right in the video still)

Maybe get Bass Direct to handle it for you mate....and allow them to take a small cut for their assistance?

Considering how popular they were at the time you really don't see many original 80's Charvel, Jackson or Kramer PJ basses for sale. Someone must be hoarding them all!

Saw Adam & The Ants at the Dominion Theatre in 1981 on the Prince Charming Tour. My 1st big rock gig and he was a huge influence on me wanting to take up bass.... Great player!

Love my Monaco with my electric basses! Clear, punchy, authoritative and full with wonderful dispersion. Couldn't ask for more!