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I'd be asking myself do they really need changing? They will not corrode and at that tension, even if a bit rough underneath are not going to snap mid gig. They are never going to sound bright like new metal strings anyway so why give yourself a world of potential pain? Sleeping dogs and all that....!
Caveat: I have been known to be horribly wrong about all sorts of things however.
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My thoughts exactly. They are starting to feel a touch rough underneath, so was just concerned about longevity etc.
Had the uke just over a year, and play it on a gig once a week. It's still holding it's tune too.
Think I'll persevere with them a bit longer until I pluck up courage to have a go with replacements.
Thanks for your comments.
Crikey, didn't know anything about SS Steve before that ^^^^^
This makes interesting reading too.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/musicblog/2016/sep/29/seasick-steve-session-musician-ramblin-man-book
As stated in my previous post, I do enjoy Hootenanny every year.
Must concede though that this year's wasn't the strongest, and agree that Imelda May stole it
over a rather otherwise ordinary show. Enjoyed ABC though, and Gregory Porter and Rag n Boneman.
Also Ruby Turner was her usual excellent self, and loved Chaka Khan's outfit
Is it me or do all Seasick Steve's songs sound the same - droning bottom string guitar, and everything twice
as long as it should be?
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That`s my preference too , for exactly those reasons, but I`ve found a few who mention buzzing and ground-lift issues, even before I`ve plugged it in. Probably rotten electrics in the venue.
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Definitely. I play some old theatres and occasionally get buzzing issues, and they always say it's my gear!
Same with PAT testing - if any venues ask for yours, always ask them to show you their safety certificate for supplying power.
Often get interesting excuses for that.
I've found most soundguys prefer to take the DI from my Sansamp , so that in case of amp failure
they still have a feed.
( Before I used the Sansamp, many still rigged up a DI box anyway for the same reason. )
3 amp heads.
Gallien Krueger 1001RB for my main touring gig ( through a GK neo 410 )
GK MB800 for my local gigs ( via a BF compact.)
GK 800RB as my spare head.
Also have a GK MB150 combo for home noodling.
Relatively GAS free now, although do quite fancy something Aguilar-ish.
Quite interesting article from Vintage Guitar magazine that appeared earlier this year - apologies
if already posted.
Cheers.
http://www.vintageguitar.com/26568/5-basses-that-shook-the-world/
Great power amplifier, made in the USA. Legendary QSC reliability and power.
Spec -
4 ohms 425 watts per channel
8 ohms 255 watts per channel
Bridgeable into 8 ohms
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz, +0/-1dB, 1 watt
Damping Factor: Greater than 200
Noise: 104dB below rated output (A weighted)
Cooling: Two-speed fan, rear-to-front air flow.
Load Protection: On/off muting. DC-fault protection
Weight: 15kg
Dimensions: Standard 19" rack mounting faceplate
Height: 5.25"(13.3cm).
Chassis Depth: 9.5" (24.1cm)
Good condition for it's age and in 100% working order. Has been used to power a pair of Peavey HiSys cabs once a week
in my regular pub gig until end of November. Only selling due to PA upgrade. No offers at this price thanks, if it doesn't
sell will keep as a spare. Had this advertised locally but only had stupid enquiries, so thought I'd rather someone on
here got a bargain. Got a pic - if you need it sending then PM me please.
Item is in Hessle (west of Hull, East Yorkshire), collection only unless somewhere not too far for possible delivery/meet up
if diesel costs are met. I'm not able to post/courier at the moment thanks.
Cheers.
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So I've got a Countryman bass uke which is great. Had it nearly a year now, and was wondering when
is it time to change the strings? They still seem okay to me, but have noticed the undersides feeling a bit rough, where they make contact with the frets.
It came fitted with cream coloured Aquilar strings, so would be looking for the same replacements I guess?
Anyone restrung their bass uke, and could maybe recommend any strings please?
Also any tips on how to best do it as it looks like it might be a devil of a job, and I'm useless with
tying knots etc, which I think you have to do underneath the bridge. Cheers.
Aaahh, just found out - Chaka Khan, Christine and the Queens, Roy Wood, Rag n Bone Man, Gregory Porter,
ABC, UB40, Seasick Steve, Caravan Palace, Imelda May, John Cooper Clarke, Hugh Cornwell and Ruby Turner.
Not the best line up for me to be honest, but will still be watching.
Because it is a LIVE music show ( although pre recorded ) which is sadly still a rare thing on TV these days.
I love it, always watch it on New Years Day after getting up late.
Anyone know the line up this year?
That gig would be my idea of nirvana to be honest. Would so love to be involved in something
like that - a great contrast to what I normally do.
Mrs CP loved it too!!
Seem to remember they were quite cheap and cheerful when first introduced (2008/9 maybe?),
but didn't get to try any of the range. Only item I've seen since then was in a Cash Converters somewhere...
Mott the Hoople's (David Bowie) song 'All the Young Dudes' mentions T.Rex ( as well as the Beatles and the Stones )
'Jackie Wilson Said' by Van / Dexy's.
The Commodores 'Night Train' mentions just about every soul act, as does Arthur Conley's 'Sweet Soul Music'....
And let's not forget the recent 'Lets Marvin Gaye and get it on ' by Charlie Puth.