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[quote name='ern500evo' timestamp='1440579742' post='2852038'] Not a fan of the TH500? They are pricey new, can be picked up for reasonable price second hand though. I've never used one but am tempted to give one a try, heard some nice tones from them. [/quote] To be fair, I've not tried one, however some players I know who have been lucky enough have noted that it would probably not be my thing. I seem to prefer the faster attack and harshness of a solid state setup. I was only commenting that the TH500 is significantly more expensive, new at least, so if the Tech 21 effort sounds as good, and is as well built, then I know where my money would go... Eude

[quote name='ern500evo' timestamp='1440577180' post='2852009'] How would you compare the VT with your TH500 Lozz? [/quote] Significantly better value for money I'd expect (gets coat...) Eude

That's going to be another belter! As always, I'm going to enjoy watching this one take shape. Eude

[quote name='rungles' timestamp='1440575093' post='2851986'] Done deal then - headless it is! Thanks guys [/quote] Good choice, headed Status basses are nice, but the headless ones are iconic

[quote name='fretmeister' timestamp='1440064506' post='2847935'] Not really a fair comparison though - it's not like Behringer do any of their own R&D! [/quote] Very true. I'd also be confident that you could drop a Sansamp Bass DI down a few flights of stairs without anything but cosmetic damage, the Behringer equivalent probably wouldn't fare so well...

[quote name='Sonic_Groove' timestamp='1439483194' post='2843302'] Thinking of an ACG LOL B [/quote] Well if you're ever in the South London area, you're more than welcome to come try my ACGs out Eude

[quote name='Bigwan' timestamp='1439477288' post='2843217'] I have a 33" scale 5 string ACG - not quite 32", but certainly closer than the 35" scales I'd be more used to. The B string is a thicker gauge than my usual 35" scale, but sounds better than most of the 34" scale Bs and on par with the 35" scalers I've used so I think it's more to do with the construction of the bass than anything. It's one of the bettter B strings I've played after my 37" B Dingwall! Don't know if that's any use to you or not! [/quote] +1 A 32" low B can certainly be done, but I wouldn't be confident unless it was on a bass that had been built with that in mind. ACG have made one 32" 6 string, the low on that was lovely, and I'm having a 31.5" 6 string made at the moment on the strength of that. What are you planning anyway?...

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1439414551' post='2842754'] We await your review with bated trousers. [/quote] Brilliant Me too. Eude

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1438098764' post='2831641'] Failing that you could go for a nice custom ACG? [/quote] http://www.acguitars.co.uk/acg_admin/wordpress/available-now/ Eude

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[quote name='Cameronj279' timestamp='1437665628' post='2828025'] Very nice! [/quote] [quote name='Spoombung' timestamp='1437689633' post='2828336'] Looks great, Ewan. Congrats. [/quote] Thanks guys! Kev, we'll need to arrange to meet up soon so I can show it off Eude

Lovely bass mate. The PB pickups Alan gets wound are something else. I've got one in two of my basses, one in each Very classy with the black hardware too, good choice. Eude

[quote name='zawinul' timestamp='1437568789' post='2827113'] Wow that looks great, almost makes me wish I had not just bought a Warwick fretless but maybe I'll just have to find the funds for an acg bass as well!! I can see a short scale headless fretless in my mind... [/quote] Thanks mate

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1437565345' post='2827061'] Loving it!! Si [/quote] Me too

[quote name='TPJ' timestamp='1437559610' post='2826984'] I was wondering if that was a customer build or a stock bass. I was secretly hoping for it being a stock one as motivation to gather all my money and buy it Lovely bass Eude, enjoy. [/quote] Thanks mate, it's a bit of a peach this one

[quote name='BassBus' timestamp='1437502095' post='2826643'] And while you two get a room I'll just reach in and grab the bass. [/quote] We'd best keep our eyes peeled, there'll be 4 ACG's there!

[quote name='Merton' timestamp='1437486076' post='2826418'] Looking forward to meeting her at our ACG/Barefaced/Ashdown love in haha [/quote] Patience, Danielsan...

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1437462753' post='2826094'] Yeah I saw those Fusion ones, that's what prompted this thread, they look enormous! They also look a bit high, I'm 6'1 and I'd be hitting bus shelters etc. ..maybe it's easier to just buy a car and be done with it. [/quote] They might look a bit high however, if you can imagine the butt end of the bass hanging much lower with a weight of 22lbs, you'd want that weight nearer the lumbar so that it's controlled better by the straps rather than flapping about and hitting your legs. I've got a custom leather bag from Pro Bag that hangs a lot lower, fine for one bass in my opinion, and they make double bags. http://www.probagg.com/ As I said, I've got a couple of F1s and the leather Pro bag, you're more than welcome to come check them out if it'd help. I'm in sunny South Croydon, 3 mins walk from Sanderstead train station. Eude

[quote name='Merton' timestamp='1437478444' post='2826289'] Love it [/quote] Thanks mate!

I've got a couple of Fusion F1 bags and they are lovely! They make a newer version now which comes in a 2 bass flavour >> http://www.fusion-bags.com/collections/guitar-gig-bags/products/fg-double-electric-bass-guitar-gig-bag 2 bass of 11 lbs each is going to be quite a test, but if you make sure and set all the straps, lumbar etc correctly, I'm sure you'll be fine, if a little less popular on public transport Eude

[quote name='BassBus' timestamp='1437400381' post='2825637'] Utterly, utterly splendid! Lovely bits of wood that Alan has used there. Third picture down just makes me want to reach in and grab it. [/quote] Thanks mate, Alan is a true craftsman and I'm a very happy bassist!

Thanks mate, I am very very happy with this little bass! Pretty happy with the table too I think the body is the regular Recurve size. All of the ACG designs are a lot more compact than they may appear. I've played several 34" scale Recurves and marveled at how compact the bass felt yet how well it balanced. Obviously the balance with the shorter neck will be even better, but all the 34"s weren't shabby in that department either. You're right about it not being the last, I actually have another underway already Eude

Well Friday, last week was yet another NACGD (New ACG Day, for those not in the know…) About lunchtime, a lovely UPS delivery bloke dropped off a massive box for me with a truly awesome little bass in it. Here’s the specs… ACG Recurve DC 4 String Custom 31.5” scale Black Limba body with Kingwood top Ash/Wenge/Ash neck with Wenge fingerboard ACG B Series PB (split coil) pickup at the neck/mid position, OSB (overwound single coil) pickup at the bridge Custom ACG/East Preamp with 4 way rotary pickup selector switch and active/passive rotary switch Hipshot Type B bridge (my favourite bridge ever!) Gotoh GB720 tuners DR Sunbeam strings I’ve played 4, 5 and 6 string basses over the years, and I’m now very lucky to be in a situation where I have the luxury of more than one of them, so I fancied a nice little easy playing 4 string. I’ve had a love hate relationship with 4 strings over the years, since developing an addiction to low B strings, I’ve picked them up and moved them on quite quickly, so getting one that would hopefully stick would need to be more than a bass with one less string than my usual 5. Over the past 12 months I’ve been lucky enough to noodle on a fair few 32” 4 string basses, and I’ve noted how much fun they are to play. The shorter scale, even shorter than my usual 33”, and fewer strings made me take more risks and challenge myself a bit more. 5 and 6 strings are likely always going to be my go to set up for most things, however picking up a little shorty can really revive some passion for proper bass playing, doing more with less etc. Alan has made several 31.5” basses, again which I’ve had the pleasure of playing, so I decided that 1/2 an inch shorter should be even easier and without much sacrifice with regards to string tension etc. Strung up with Short Scale DR Sun Beams (which are a perfect fit for the 31.5” scale), the string tension isn’t noticeably softer, even drop D is very useable, so there must be more of that ACG Voodoo used on the low B’s for my 33” 5 strings from Alan. I got set up on Saturday night for a little noodle with my trusty little Ashdown MiBass rig and was amazed at how playable this little bass is, it seems to play itself, which is handy given my lack of practice of late! The bass can’t be more than 8 lbs in weight, so it’s effortless to wear on a strap and balances nicely on the lap too. Plugged in, the bass has a nice weighty sound to it, regardless of the pickup combination, in passive mode. I’ve read that Black Limba and an Ash neck can have more of a mid focus, and to my ear, that’s certainly true of this bass. The shorter scale adds a bit of warmth and depth too, particularly as you make your way towards the dusty end. Kicking in the active ACG/East pre was a sonic revelation though. As nice as the passive tone is, it’s somewhat gentile by comparison. Going active on this bass turns it into a monster! The natural punch of the bass becomes something really hefty, but with sparkling clarity on tap too. The preamp is based on a John East P-Retro, with some additions, switchable bass boost, treble boost and active/passive switching. Lots of subtle tone tweaking available here, or you can engage everything and end up with the proverbial sledgehammer, which I opted for most of the evening OK, here’s some pics too. Garden table based ones as requested by CamdenRob As some of you know, I’ve been playing ACG basses exclusively for some time now. ACG make incredible instruments, sublime craftsmanship, which represent intelligent and considered design and evolution from more “traditional” style instruments. Alan is always a pleasure to work with fantastic communication throughout, and always meets his deadline, more often than not beating it. I can’t recommend ACG basses enough, I really really can’t. Eude

Wow Rob, that new Wal, and your recent 6 string are simply amazing! You're a one lucky Walowner! Eude

[quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1436958671' post='2822297'] I'd highly recommend a Midget from Barefaced. I have a G2 Midget (1x12) and it's easily as light as much smaller 1x10s. Loads of headroom, I've walked it through London with a Little Mark 2 and a bass no problem. I've also gigged a little Bag-End 1x10 before which was nice, not a great deal of low-end as it wasn't ported, however sounded fine and held it's own. Heavier than the Midget though. Si [/quote] If your budget will stretch to a Midget, I think that could be a very good option. I was at the Moffat Bass Bash back in 2013 and was amazed at how much that little cab could fill a pretty large room, it was insane! It sounded massive and the spread of sound throughout the room was extremely even. I believe it was a G2 Midget T, so a 2nd hand one of those could be a very good choice, but I've heard the G3 ones are even better/lighter etcs. If your budget is tight, I refer you to my post about Ashdown Mi10s Eude