Cameronj279

I played a 6 string one of these last week and really liked it. Normally I don't like the sounds of Bartoninis (in anything other than Roscoes) but it did sound different that the other ones I tried...I was tempted...

[quote name='Kev' timestamp='1461001688' post='3030557'] I am a big fan of Rattlesnake leads, but they can work out a little expensive after delivery/customs. Nothing wrong with OBBM cables [/quote] I bought a rattlesnake lead off Kev a good few years ago now and an definitely a fan. Haven't tried OBBM but he'll likely be my next port of call when I need a new cable.

I much prefer having the tone controls on the bass as opposed to a pedal for the simple reason of its easier to change on the fly, which is something I do quite often with my band. I find the whole "fiddling with it too much" thing a weird concept. Just get a sound that works then leave it?

[quote name='ras52' timestamp='1460735058' post='3028338'] Do you mean that the bass in the music was hitting the lamp fitting's resonant frequency? [/quote] Well that's one way of putting it.

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1460731047' post='3028289'] Why were you making a bass video in you ex-girlfriends mums bedroom? [/quote] Yes...bass video

[quote name='ras52' timestamp='1460730699' post='3028283'] You, ahem, beat me to it... [/quote] Got caught by my ex girlfriends mum in her room once (not alone of course). That was...something.

I have a few videos on youtube from back when I lived with my mum. Had to re-do a few because she interrupted. It is a bit annoying!

I do have a darkglass for when I want serious grit in the sound but my only always on pedal is the TC Hyper Gravity compressor. I've set it in such a way that if you really really dig in it actually adds a little grit to the sound so I can get that when I need as it's always on but can have a super clean sound by just easing up a little.

Met him a while back when he was thinking of buying a Lakland I had for sale. Nice guy and very good player.

I've now had a bit longer with the strings and as much as I love how they sound and feel, the longevity isn't as good as the elixirs. Which is probably one of the -if not the- most important thing I go for when buying strings. I could see myself using NYXL's if I was a bit less skint though. Glad to have been able to try them

Amazon generally is my first place to check. I can't remember the last time they weren't the cheapest.

Owned the 6 string version a while ago and I agree with everybody else. Nice and lightweight.

I've bought and sold a few times on the Facebook pages and not had any issues yet.

I'd rather have a bit of a struggle to play something but have it sound excellent than find something really easy but sound like a walrus being harassed. People wouldn't listen to a recording and think "I really like this, even though it sounds awful...it's nice to hear how easy the bass was to play"

I generally prefer slender necks (Ibanez/Dingwall type necks) but my ACG has a rather chunky neck which I love because it's asymmetrical. Having the neck thicker where your thumb generally goes does seem to be really comfortable, even for me who doesn't like chunky necks at all.

Try one out. If you like it more than your current bass then it's a good choice. I would say the nicest "fender" I've ever played was a Squier VM Jazz though! It's all personal opinion really.

Completely forgot about this until just now. Don't think I've got time to get something in this month now

Wood isn't always going to be consistent. You get some heavier slabs of it than others.

I have moved from the MXR compressor to the TC hyper gravity and I prefer the TC. I think part of this is because it doesn't have the LEDs so I rely more on my ear. Saying that, the MXR is a brilliant pedal and I would thoroughly recommend it.

Everyweek we debate which day we will rehearse and yet every rehearsal we have is a Thursday. Also sent this to the band.

[quote name='Dan Dare' timestamp='1458919518' post='3012134'] I have an overall sound I like and use that most of the time, with gentle modification to suit certain circumstances. [/quote] This is basically what I do. Certain songs suit a more "round" tone so I'll jump to the neck pickup a bit more and vise versa for a more defined sound. There is a lot you can change simply by changing your right hand. If the core tone is good the rest will be good.

I hate having a bass that isn't versatile. Basses can have very signature sounds and still be versatile to me though. A stingray is the ideal example. I think I've found the ultimate versatility in my ACG. Being able to control how both pickups sound independently is superb.

Listen to them on Spotify and work them out by ear. Any I struggle with to get down quickly I would look on YouTube for any covers. Then fix the bits that weren't right.

I haven't played with the highest string tuned up but I do quite enjoy playing tuned B E A D F. Having a change in what you're used to from time to time keeps it interesting I think.

Except from the whole staying in the wrong hotel thing I had a great time. Cheers again Alan