LukeFRC

[quote name='Passinwind' timestamp='1415307197' post='2599139'] Thanks Luke. I have a ton to learn about this DIY affliction myself and just looking through Chienmort's eyes at module and parts suppliers outside of the US, import duties, etc., has been quite an eye opener. I used the ICE 500ASP module in my last build, after gigging for several years with an OEM plate amp from SpeakerPower using the 1000ASP. You can find either of those modules fairly easily on a few DIY forums, but B&O give no tech support and it's a bit of a gamble at best. I like the looks of the 700 watt Hypex module powered my their 1200 watt SMPS a lot, but it is not cheap by any means. [/quote] some of the moduals are cheaper to get I think if you buy a PA amp based around them and cannibalise it!

[quote name='Passinwind' timestamp='1415295476' post='2598946'] This is Cheinmortsbb's thread and if he cares to post a schematic for whatever form his own builds eventually take (or even when he just gets to actually making smoke) we will jump off that bridge when we get to it. My boards and design are just a starting point, not a destination. I was deeply involved in the fEARful cabinet R&D and early build threads, and frankly, that just became so tedious after a while. I build stuff for myself as a hobby to satisfy my own quirky needs, try to help a few friends along the way, and have zero interest in being like BFM or Greenboy or Rod Elliot. I'm new to the Basschat culture and have not seen the cab build thread yet, so I'll take a look at it presently. I sort of envisioned any role I might have in this thread as teaching how to catch a fish, not giving everyone a fish -- things like modeling your own circuits in LTspice and laying out circuit boards in KiCad, for instance. I'm not looking to sell anything BTW, but if Chienmort gets something worked up that others really want to build, I could help make that happen via open share circuit boards available straight from my board fabricator. You guys do realize how crazy-expensive this kind of thing is to build though, right? [/quote] just to say - it's good to have you around

[quote name='6v6' timestamp='1415281370' post='2598711'] nobody can really benefit from the experience if they want to follow a similar path. [/quote] fair enough

[quote name='6v6' timestamp='1415269830' post='2598529'] [/size] [size=4]Ok, fair enough.[/size] [size=4]For me that devalues this thread quite a bit, because without specifics like schematics, it becomes a build commentary of an effectively private collaboration between you and [/size][size=4] Chienmortbb, rather than an actual build diary.[/size] [size=4]That said, I'm sure the other details you mention will be interesting. [/size] [/quote] equally though if I had a bill fitzmaurice cab build thread, bill himself might even join in but I dont think anyone would expect his design build plans provided for free....

because idiot musicians tend to buy into crap like that in ways I've not seen in other sectors.

they may not reply immediately i emailed them about something and got a reply within 2 days I think - perfectly good and reasonable timeframe to expect

[quote name='Muzz' timestamp='1415193654' post='2597670'] That's the problem with GAS: it often bears little relation to reality. I was the same with the Walkabout head: wanted one desperately, finally got one, I think it went back to the seller (WoT IIRC) the following week in a mutually beneficial regret-based transaction. He loves it and missed it, I thought it was a bit 'meh' and couldn't see what all the fuss was about. That's not to single the Walkabout head out particularly, tho: I can't say I haven't done the same thing with umpteen amps, cabs and basses. [/quote] had lots of basses, not had one that wasnt great.still not found a rig that works for me .... yet. Any tips

[quote name='stevie' timestamp='1415208939' post='2597942'] I'd have a listen to them first. You can't believe everything you read on Basschat. [/quote] what? Thats shocking news!

The walkabout is on my list of wanting to try. Im not sure if that would mean I would I like it, I picked up my numb er one GAS amp last week and am not gelling with it 100 percent

mmmmm

Bassassin has one. Google basschat and he posted a bit about them years back.

thanks for that monsterthompson- it's really good to hear the views of someone who's used both the fearless/fearful line and the G3 Barefaced. Through the constant discussion on handles I hadn't heard many reviews of the G3 stuff yet.

I liked nr 1 the best - nr 3 was also nice. But I don't think the lesson is that cheap basses sound good - the lesson is a great player can make any bass sound better than I could make it!

[quote name='Phil Starr' timestamp='1414344915' post='2588471'] Funnily enough I was drawing up a shortlist for a 2x10 today and thought the Legend BP102 worth a second look, I also thought the Basslite S2010 looked interesting but is likely to be expensive over here. [/quote] hey! you 3 haven't even got a photo up on the 1x12 design thread yet and you're moving onto 2x10s??!!!

hello from Kirkstall - unless I reply from work in Rothwell!

Just traded an amp for a preamp with Ryan - brilliant guy and utterly stress free trade. cheers Ryan!

please

[quote name='monsterthompson' timestamp='1415032709' post='2595880'] As a former Fearful and Fearless owner and a current Barefaced owner, I'd not say these cabs are terribly similar in tone, depending on the model. I have a Super Compact and Super Midget (G3). Perhaps the earlier versions and/or the Big Baby are closer, but I haven't tried those. [/quote] - you're not getting away with that mate!! come on we want more descriptions and explanations of the differences - and why you switched

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1415000591' post='2595385'] I've really got to stop looking at the marketplace...... [/quote] why what are you after... fancy that overwater 5 string?

thanks for that - it was good to watch - and that Demeter DI sounds good too! Mind you you could do an equally long video just showing your top 19 sounds from the T40!

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1414743960' post='2592766'] My PC cabs were built to order and delivered in three weeks. Magnificent handles too... [/quote] why mike walsh doesn't make a bigger thing of him also being an authorised Fearless/Fearful builder I don't know - the PC stuff has a great rep and you can get the Greenboy stuff made... with his v. lightweight ply and expertise - winner in my book. Admitedly my book doesn't have enough money in it to actually order one but hey ho. (and I have no idea about the handles) [quote name='Prime_BASS' timestamp='1414845399' post='2593876'] I had the same setup as you dude. Sounds great on tight squeeze stages. This retro 210 gives me a hankering for tall rig again. [/quote] tc electronics being trail blazers yet again?

[quote name='JPJ' timestamp='1414782437' post='2593336'] If your on Facebook, search out TrickyAudio [url="https://www.facebook.com/trickyaudio?fref=ts"]https://www.facebook.com/trickyaudio?fref=ts[/url] Guy is one of the two UK registered builder for the Greenboy US Fearless range :-) [/quote] fixed for you

he's scamming you - who gets a bust guitar and before contacting the seller to send it back goes and gets a fairly expensive quote for repair?