Dad3353

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Have a scout around here... Cambridge Music Technology : Mixing Secrets Resources ... A lot of very high quality, and varied, stems; very useful for exactly what you're looking for, I think.

It has its moments. Several 'off' days then, like buses, a whole lot of posts and subjects come along at once. Although, as a Moderator there, I'm rarely overwhelmed with recalcitrant posters arguing vehemently over string gauges, so that's a 'plus'.

My usual Words of Encouragement apply to this, and to many other aspects of Life... 'It's the first forty years that are the hardest, after which things sometimes tend to get just a little easier. ' You're Welcome.

That's not 'free', it's just paid for by someone else.

The point stands that it ain't 'free'. ...

Not strictly speaking 'free'; it's already been paid for by yourself, and thousands of others, through National Insurance contributions. A Very Good System.

Yes, strokes are ruled out for me too, for now. ...

Which metal..?

This is the original Hofner case for this bass, and shows its 'vintage' roots (good only for nostalgia, as the latches and hinges are very much the worse for wear...). I offers very little protection for the instrument, too, having no padding. I've kept it, of course, but the bass is presently in a Thomann 'Gator' case, and is what we call a 'very snug fit'... ... Tight, but it won't be moving around whilst being handled..! All very well and good, but I see that this model of case is no longer referenced on the Thomann site..! They do, however, have several other bass cases, for electric or acoustic basses which would probably do the job. Have a look at their offerings, and if in any doubt, contact them for exact interior measurements of overall length, widest and narrowest bout, and body depth. I have on several occasions contacted them for this very sort of information, and have always been correctly informed. I have many Hofner basses and guitars, most of 'em in this style, so I know full well how tough it can be to find a good case, but Thomann have come up with the goods many times, for me. Does this help at all..? Douglas

This seems to be a recurring feature at many gigs. Any mileage to be had using short-boom mic stands, such as this one..? Thomann : Mic stand ... ... or a goose neck instead of a boom..? Thomann : Goose Neck for mic stand... Just a thought. Any use, anyone..?

Indeed.

Oh no it isn't.