barkin

I've used them (Hermes) myself to send low value stuff, and I've bought quite a number of things that've been delivered to me by them, and I've not personally had amy problems. I have, however, had 'issues' with others that some are recommending as better alternatives... ISTM they're all much of a muchness.

I replaced the stock bridge pickup in my Tanglewater Classic J with the Entwistle JBX (I think that's what it's called). I liked the actual sound of the stock J, but found it rather quiet compared to the stock P. Possibly the best tenner I've spent on bass gear.

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[quote name='KingBollock' timestamp='1398035527' post='2429814'] I have seen bands that, for songs that require changing from an acoustic guitar to electric, have the acoustic on a stand so they can play it while having their electric strapped on as normal, and can walk away from the acoustic without hassle. So, while I can't give any more detail I can say that stands do exist. [/quote] Ditto - I've seen Carlos Santana doing exactly that, but I can't offer anything more specific I'm afraid.

When I had a 115 +210 setup I always put the 210 on top, otherwise I couldn't hear it...

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1397513367' post='2424775'] Met with Mudpup (Jon) today and exchanged a bundle of notes for the cab in a traditional Basschat dodgy car park deal (thanks, Jon). [/quote] Phew ! I'd seen that Mudpup now had 2 babies, and was debating dropping him a PM about this. I thank you Mr Discreet, from the bottom of my wallet...

[quote name='Mornats' timestamp='1397386853' post='2423373'] [url="https://www.flickr.com/photos/paulnattress/12225294925/"][/url] [/quote] Mines just like that, but with a black scratchplate

No suggestions really I'm afraid, but I'll be interested in how it pans out. I've just got a used Zoom R16 which I'm intending to use for a similar setup to yours, but haven't got a round tuit yet...

[quote name='funkle' timestamp='1396862598' post='2417964'] Beat me to it! [/quote] It's a subject of great interest to me at the moment...

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1396856216' post='2417880'] Would you mind telling us which cab it was you preferred? [/quote] Chapter & verse - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/221992-barefaced-bf-big-baby-2-review-bergantino-ip112er-and-acme-b1-content-also/page__fromsearch__1"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/221992-barefaced-bf-big-baby-2-review-bergantino-ip112er-and-acme-b1-content-also/page__fromsearch__1[/url]

FWIW I can see it OK too ... Posted on 3rd.

For small gigs - pubs, small hall etc - ...we usually put just the vocals through the PA...occasionally a bit of kick drum. PA speakers go in front of the vocals, otherwise there's a tendency to get horrible feedback if you're playing anything like loud. We always use at least one monitor if space is very tight - more of space allows. Even if you're relying on backline for your sound, you'll get a certain amount of drums/bass/guitar bleeding through the vocal mics, which can add a bit of reinforcement to the FOH sound. re: setting relative levels etc...I use either a long lead or wireless, and wander out front for the soundcheck.. Set the levels as low as you can get away with. Most pub bands that I see play far too loud. If anything can't be heard, don't turn it up - turn everything else down! No doubt somebody will be along to tell me we're doing it all wrong, but it works for me Bigger gigs, with PA provided - you're largely in the hands of the soundman.

Have you tried bluearan.co.uk ?

[quote name='51m0n' timestamp='1387551798' post='2313294'] Look for a second hand Zoom R16.... [/quote] Thanks for the suggestion. I've just done exactly that - what a great little box

I bought a mandolin about 6 months back. Looks remarkably similar to yours Gary, 'cept I got one with a pickup on it...like you do ! Been playing around with it through a Zoom B3 today, and you're right...it is a deathcore/metalcore instrument really

I'd go along with the jack connector as a possible culprit. I had an Ashdown cab once, that did exactly as described. I convinced myself it was the speaker, and even went as far as getting hold of a replacement driver for it, but it turned out all it needed was a new jack socket. 3 quid and ten minutes later...job done.

Just to add to what's already been said - just taken delivery of a P pickguard from Si. A more straightforward transaction one couldn't wish for. Cheers...

I just twiddle the knobs 'til it sounds good...which usually means leaving things as they were last time I used it, and just get on with playing. I couldn't give a rats if it's 'flat' or something else.