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I use a Spirocore Solo set, tuned down to EADG. The tension is low enough for slap and pizz, and arco also works fine.

If you're worried about too much 'cantilever effect', you could always lower the action

I echo the sentiments of AttitudeCastle. I like the concept, but the execution less so (it doesn't look good IMO, when you compare it against a THR for instance). If they made it look a bit sleaker, put some protective grilles on the front, and removed the VU meter, I'd consider it. For a 'bedroom' concept, I'm not sure 75Watts is necessary, as this can still be anti-social in a bedsit or a semi. For a practice amp, 30Watts is plenty and would allow the unit to be smaller and probably cheaper.

I'm no expert, but it looks ok to me.

Would look great in a Daft Punk video, but is not really a practical proposition IMO.

Sounds great! Love the bass tone.

The current crop of sound 'engineers' haven't got a clue IMO. They all seem to get a sh*te sound. Must be something they're taught at college.

Just received a Sadowsky preamp from Neil. Smooth transaction, great seller.

EMG's, Bartolini's or Status J's.

Horses for courses. I like working stuff out by ear as this gives me a far greater sense of achievement. I also admit to having sneaked a peek at Yootoob to get an idea of some trickier stuff when I've needed it in a hurry.

What strings are you using? Sometimes changing strings can solve the problem. It's unusual you mention the A and G strings, rather than the D and G. I've found with lighter gauge strings that the D and G can be comparatively quieter. It may also help recording yourself playing the bass and then listenening back at different volumes, to ensure there are no other factors at play. There are too many variables to isolate the problem.

The PJB Bighead and headphones are superior at highlighting the inadequacies of the instrument and players capabilities, compared with an amp/speaker in a room at all variables associated with that. Therefore, perservering with the headphone amp will hone your playing to a level where you'll sound cleaner and produce a more even attack. Stick with it and you'll grow to like the tone

Excellent, hope you're enjoying your new hum-free EMG's (I really dig mine too).

I don't believe the GK3 pickup will work with bronze acoustic strings. You may need to switch to steel strings.

Take up keyboard Or you could try wearing gloves. Alternatively, try the more sensible suggestions above

Does your midi keyboard have usb? If so, you should be able to connect direct to the laptop.

Something like the K&K sound 2-channel battery preamp will do it. For something more sophisticated, have you considered a twin channel rack preamp?

Stanley Clarke https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pF05nEe2wAY

Roland CM-30. Can be used for anyhting (except stadium gigs perhaps).

+1 for Sadowsky. It works for me, and works also great on non-JB's

[quote name='cheddatom' timestamp='1423310656' post='2683346'] Have you tried recording the di from your amp, rather than straight in to the box? [/quote] +1 Use your Markbass as a preamp or a separate preamp. This should liven up your tone, although there was nothing much wrong with your tone, it will give it more oomph.

Sounds great to me, brilliant effort. Just keep doing what you're doing