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I reckon he could make an old plank of wood sound great. Dave

I know he was using an ESP 6 stringer in 90's for a spell but he has always gone back to his Precision type basses.

[quote name='Dave Tipping' timestamp='1330385682' post='1556783'] My definition of cutting through would be.. being heard in the mix. i.e. not muddy and lost. It does ultimately boil down to the sound you are trying to create or replicate though. [/quote] Would agree with this. Dave

Listened to Ed before buying the GB and i could hear the diff. The Ampeg via Bergs being opposites is why i asked if anyone had tried because i have the same sort of doubts as to whether it would work. Perhaps an ampeg pre amp might be an option but again its same as using a VT or BDDI pedal which i think would suit me better. I'll try different settings on my GB Gain / vols next rehearsal. I'm not really looking for distortion. Its hard to describe the sound I'm thinking off as its more a mid-growl than an actual overdriven amp sound. I do find the GB doesn't have a lot of variation on the tone side compared to other amps I've used. Its more subtle than most and maybe that's where the VT or BDDI would come in nicely. I think the BDDI has presets so that would be a big help too when changing overall sounds for different songs. Looks like the Ampeg and Berg thing isn't the best way forward for me. The fact i like my GB / Berg sound for everything else means i really don't want to part with it. That and the fact it was an expensive rig in first place. Dave

I was gonna suggest the Fender site has basic set up but you guys beat me to it. I would agree the 7th fret thing is a bit odd. I've noted on some basses that a certain string under certain conditions can sometimes be a little louder or have a slight boom but have always put that down to local gig conditions because its not always there. Can only imagine it is down to locality and surroundings and changing amp settings might help. Have you tried via a set of headphones from the amp if possible or is there some-one could let you try via another amp. What about your guitar amp and try in another room of the house if need be. Dave

I use Fender nickel strings on my jazz. Depending on how often you play, conditions you play under ie sweating will determine how often you change strings. Typically i get 2 mths before i notice significant deterioration. The first week they are usually a bit lively and need to settle a bit. Then they have that old Fender tone that i have in my head. If you want strings to last longer then look at Elixir strings. I have them on my Overwater 6 and my Warwick. The tone lasts for many months and i think I'm up to a year now however i don't play them anywhere near as often as my Jazz. I also like Overwater nickel strings which i have on my contemorary J4. They also seem to last 2-3 mths. They have a very nice feel to them whereas the Elixir are mote taught and take a little getting used to. I would stick to the nickel strings as they aren't as hard on the old finger tips. Hope that helps a little. Dave

Was never a huge fan of Big Country to be honest until i went to see David Bowie at Sunderland and Big Country supporting blew him off the stage. I had never been so impressed by any other band live. The energy from that band has stuck with me ever since. Unbelievable is the only way to describe. Far better live than on any studio album IMO. Not sure about the bass though. I remember the Aria's being used. Occasional Precision but not a regular showing ? Dave

[quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1330460672' post='1557957'] I would just use your Streamliner with another pedal...BDDI or VT Bass. If you want an Ampeg amp, stick with the 7 Pro....thats if you get one that works out the box. [/quote] Is there a reliability issue with Ampeg ? I haven't heard of anything. Would most likely go for the SVT 3 PRO if at all. Haven't heard of the BDDI either. Have just found out that the BDDI is another version of Sansamp. Will check out later tonight when i get home. My boss doesn't appreciate me listening to bass samples for some odd reason ??? Dave

I have the 600 with 2 berg 12's in a classic rock band where guitarist has a Marshall stack driven by Marshall pre-amp and a 600W power amp. The 600 typically runs at 12 o'clock on the Gain, vol and master vol with the gain boost ON. Bass @ 1 o'clock Mid @ 2-3 o'clock on 600Hz Treble runs flat Its more than enough for me so i reckon you won't go wrong with the 900. Just remember to secure yourself to something solid before playing All the best with the new amp. Mark at Bass Direct is a great guy to deal with. Wish all shops were that good. Keep us posted on what you find. Dave

Bassist with Transatlantic Pete Trewavas was also using Laney rigs on the Live DVD. Are they any good ? I recognise the name but don't know much more about them. They always seemed to be more into lower powered gear IMO and at the cheaper end of the market. I know that's a bit of snobbery but its only an opinion. Dave

I use fingers and up until this band had developed a relaxed 5 finger style of playing at home. Historically a very aggressive finger style player and I'm trying to get back to that to a certain degree hence growing the nails a little bit. This in fact improves my speed and uses less vigour than with just finger tips. I'm using a jazz bass mostly at moment and tend to play between the pick-ups so pretty much towards the bridge pup. I have considered using a Precision for a little more depth using my fingernails seems to lighten the tone and it loses a bit of depth. Still working on this area of adjusting my amp settings to compensate. I like the idea of the Tech21 VT but again I'm using another effect to get a sound that i have in my head - i guess that is a cliche from Ampeg adverts. Bergs are full range cabs and very hi-fi which might be part of the problem. Try dropping the tweeters out ? Its an area i need to work on before jumping into serious GAS and buying a new rig (that would be highly unlikely to be fair) However if i thought the Ampeg SVT 3 would resolve my dilemma i might look for a 2nd hand one. I'm not looking to get rid of my GB as its a great all rounder amp and might just be that I'm not driving it hard enough on the gain. The SVT was the other amp i was looking at when i bought the GB mainly because of its size and weight. Dave

[quote name='dood' timestamp='1330429805' post='1557233'] If all you need is a bit of growl, maybe look at a pedal to augment your set up. I've just played with a DarkGlass B3K that does an awesome job of adding anything from a little bite to all out Ggrrrrrrr distortion from one small box. Also check out the Catalinbread SFT or indeed if it's an Ampeg grunt, the Tech 21 VT Bass pedal will reward you with those tones. You'd still have the GB tones to return to, as well as not having to outlay tons of cash on new amps etc. [/quote] Tech 21VT is maybe worth considering. I've read a few threads on BC that rave about them. As you say it gives me the best of both worlds. I've used my Roland but it doesn't quite give same effect although its probably only myself who notices any change in tone during set. I'll check that out. Thanks Dave

[quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1330430863' post='1557261'] Ampeg cabs definitely seem to have the growl. I used a few different amps with my SVT410 & 210, and all had that growly texture to the sound. Could also be that I`m a hard-hitter on a Precision, with old roundwounds though. [/quote] Out of curiosity are you using a pick rather than fingers. I've found that makes a fair bit of diff with my own rig. I tend to have longer fingernails to get that pick sound but haven't managed to get back to using an actual pick with that natural rythmic technique that is sometimes very under-rated amongst bassists - working on it though. Dave

I'm running a GB 600streamliner into 2off Berg AE112 cabs and pretty happy with the overall sound. What i do find is that it seems to lack a little growl. I've heard that the Ampeg SVT 3PRO has that growl. Has anyone tried running the Ampeg through Berg cabs. Does the growl come from the amp, cab or combination of both. Its a classic rock band and although i want to emulate the original tones with the band i like the clean hi-fi tone at any other times. Any offers of advice greatly appreciated. Dave

Kinda thought he would be an Ampeg man. I guess I'm gonna have to look at some new gear. Has anyone tried an Ampeg SVT 3 PRO through Berg AE1x12 or 2x12 cabs. ? My GB streamliner sounds pretty good i must admit but it seems to lack a little growl which most people reckon the Ampeg has. That being the case is it down to the Amp, cabs or just the comination of both. Any suggestions would help. Dave

That's the sound i'm looking for. Fender precision through a big hefty valve amp and 15" reflex cabs. Whow. I guess my Bergs and GB amp just won't cut that Dave

[quote name='Dave Tipping' timestamp='1330349457' post='1555966'] [url="http://maps.google.co.uk/?ll=56.466082,-2.957771&spn=0.001199,0.002411&t=h&z=19"]http://maps.google.c...002411&t=h&z=19[/url] ... they stand on the corner of Blackscroft and Peep O'Day lane .. pretty much every night. It's known locally as "sexy street". [/quote] sounds like a bargain now where is Dundee Dave

Does anyone know what bass amp set up Glenn used when playing with Deep Purple. ? I'm kinda guessing the answer will be Ampeg. Dave

[quote name='Dave Tipping' timestamp='1330271909' post='1554952'] .. last I heard the going rate was £10 a h-job £15 a blowy and £20 the lot .. so possibly. [/quote] Can you give me an address or more details. !!!! LOL (i can't get the smiley faces to attach to the thread - must be a work thingy ) Dave

[quote name='TRBboy' timestamp='1330346908' post='1555914'] These look really interesting. I've measured my Markbass rig and it would be just a little bit bigger that the Gramma Pad; does anyone know if this would cause a problem? [/quote] The large version should have fitted ? If not buy 2