Stuee

Seriously [i]nobody [/i]would buy a fretless AERO if Dave did one?! And not even one comment to say why? Is it something I said?

You're probably hearing interference from the AC because of poor shielding on the laptop's built in sound components, which would explain why you don't get the noise when running from the battery alone. Or it could be a ground loop - or both. Either way, Paul's recommendation of using a USB audio interface is spot on - and you'll get better quality audio from even a modest dedicated interface than any onboard chip, not to mention much lower latency for your recording/playback - which will be a nice bonus. .:EDIT:. You haven't explained why you are going through the laptop, but with this being in the Recording forum I assume that's what you're doing (recording)...?

[quote name='jim_at' post='804646' date='Apr 13 2010, 09:38 AM']Anyone know of a great amp tech in the South? (Bournemouth, Southampton, etc) Need to get my Hi-Watt custom 200 looked at! Thanks Jim[/quote] +1 on this. Bournemouth, Southampton, Salisbury, Swindon areas anyone please?

If the carpet is just peeling (i.e. not missing) I'd look into some decent adhesive and stick it all back down. A good contact adhesive or perhaps a hot glue gun should do it. If you are missing bits, I wonder whether it would be possible to 'cut in' small sections. It should be easy enough to match the carpet - it's usually pretty standard stuff - and stick it all down with the adhesive I just mentioned. The joins shouldn't be too obvious if you cut it right, and the result will definitely be less unsightly than peeling, shabby looking cabs. Gotta be easier than re-covering the whole thing, too. As has already been said, though, it's hard to make recommendations without seeing pictures.

Indiddly, welcome! That's one hell of a nick you've got there And yes, consolidate all your debts into one impossibly gigantic payment - buy an Alembic! hehe Cheers, Stuee

[quote name='Bassassin' post='1111824' date='Feb 1 2011, 11:42 PM']Just wish there was a Sue Ryder lined fretless.[/quote] I bet you never thought you'd be saying that, Jon! haha

Funny, I was just looking into this today (I've got an '81 Tokai Hard Puncher with exactly this problem) & came across this: [url="http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Tools/Special_tools_for_Truss_rods/Truss_Rod_Rescue_Kit.html"]Stew Mac Truss Rod Saver Kit[/url] Similar technique (watch the video) except the tool allows you to cut into the neck itself so as to extend the thread further down the truss rod - great if the rod is broken or the thread stripped - & comes with a die to cut the thread & spacers to finish the job. Looks brilliant, but at £145 it ain't cheap! OK for a luthier though I guess.

Ah, so it would appear that these are poo. Ever wish you could delete a thread you started?

Sounds to me, from the way you worded your OP, that you already know what to do but can't bring yourself to part with it. It's a bit like staying in a bad relationship that you know is doomed, purely because the girl's [i]really[/i] pretty & great in bed If I'm right, man up and do something about it. You'll be happier afterwards because it's the right thing to do on several levels, and your back will thank you too. But if you keep it, use it! The way I see things, it's pointless owning a great instrument like that if you're going to deny yourself the enjoyment of playing it - and I mean [i]playing[/i] it. Take care of it, sure, but take it out and gig with it. Just my 2p.

Anyone interested in an AERO fretless model, check out [topic="121100"]this topic[/topic]. Cheers, Stuee

Anyone interested in an AERO fretless model, check out [topic="121100"]this topic[/topic]. Cheers, Stuee

I emailed David Konig at [url="http://probass.co.uk/Home.html"]ProBass [/url]to enquire as to whether he had any plans to do a fretless Retrovibe AERO1/2. He got back to me today saying, "No plans for any fretless models at the moment but if there was enough interest... I might consider it." So, would you guys be into that? I know I would! Please comment here and email [url="http://mailto:%[email protected]"][email protected][/url] to express your interest, and please mention that you are a BassChat member. If there are enough of us and we are enthusiastic, I'm sure we can convince him. I think it'd be nice to have an alternative to the Vintage or Squire fretless models. Cheers, Stuee.

I bought a speakon to speakon lead from Richard. Absolute pleasure to deal with and he sent the lead out very promptly. Thanks Rich

I bought a couple of Epifani cabs from Jim last night. Blimey what an arsehole! He was rude, unhelpful and smelly... Nah, only kidding! hehe The transaction was a breeze from start to finish. Lovely guy, very friendly and keen to have me try the gear before taking it away. Jim is a great ambassador for the BassChat Marketplace. Nice one Jim

Just bought several jack-to-jack leads from Max. Nice 'n' simple - black Van damme cable terminated with Neutrik jacks, complete with velcro ties. Max was a pleasure to deal with: Great comms; speedy, well packaged delivery, all at a killer price If you're in need a no-bleed lead at high speed, Max Dread is your man oh yes indeed!