TRBboy

Yeah, I did actually buy a bass driver in the end, and although it was nicely put together, the sound was really not what I was hoping for. I want to just say how helpful Steve at Raygun is too. It was definitely pretty transparent, but rather than being a natural overdrive it sounded more like a fuzz pedal with the gain turned down. It seems like the fuzz is sort of 'on top' of the bass sound rather than blended with it. I found that the growl switch sapped all of the bottom end and guts of my sound; I think it's really only any use if you're after that 'battery amp' type of effect, which is quite specific. I was looking for more of a natural overdrive than a fuzz or distortion. I don't know whether the signal from my basses was too hot for it maybe, although they are only 9v. Maybe it would work better with a passive bass. Steve was very helpful throughout, and let me return the pedal for a refund.I think that Raygun FX pedals are good quality, the bass divert just wasn't what I was looking for, or what I expected.

Thanks for all of the input guys, but I was actually looking at a specific instrument which Mark was selling on eBay. I didn't end up winning it, but never mind. There seem to be some pretty contrasting opinions about RMI basses..... I'll certainly keep an eye out for new models though, I think there are some launching very soon.

[quote name='theyellowcar' timestamp='1422390731' post='2672157'] Oh man, no SR650 in the UK? I had basically sold myself one in the last 24hrs. [/quote] I think the SR750 will be available here, some retailers are showing it in their sites.

Nice selection, it's nice to see one of the big manufacturers thinking outside the box a little bit and not just sticking to 'same as last years model in a different colour' syndrome. I appreciate that most of the ideas are borrowed, but..... I'd be keen to try those P/J SR650/750 basses!

[quote name='Painy' timestamp='1422293367' post='2670796'] So no TRB then? [/quote] Weird huh? When I joined Basschat about 5 years ago, 2 of my 3 main basses were TRB's. That all changed not long after when I bought a Sandberg and then ended up selling everything else!

I've actually got 4, but I only count it as 3 really.... The 4th one is my first bass (Squier P), which lives in the loft and is unplayable. Sandberg Basic Ken Taylor 5 Sandberg Classic Booster 5 Yamaha BB605

[quote name='Horizontalste' timestamp='1422225888' post='2670177'] Tutors available Right down the bottom past the for sale threads. [/quote] D'oh! Thanks mate

[quote name='skej21' timestamp='1422195136' post='2669686'] Bit the bullet and bought it today. £16 a month at 0% interest, which is nothing really. I'm going to restring it over the next few days. Really happy with it so far though :-) [/quote] Nice one mate, hope you enjoy it!

Hey folks! Just wondered if anyone knows of a listing of bass teachers anywhere? Can't seem to see one on BC, although I could have missed it.... I'm possibly looking for a teacher in the West Midlands. What I really want to understand is more about how some of the R&B and Gospel players construct their bass lines and go about improvisation and fills/runs. Quite niche, but I just need someone who 'gets' what I'm trying to achieve. I'm obviously missing something..... all of the 'cool' notes seem to evade me! I'm not sure that any of the teachers local to me can help with this. Thanks for your help folks.

[quote name='kdubb24' timestamp='1422088573' post='2668499'] My latest acquisition Sandberg Classic Special 4 Mahogany/Bubinga Delano Electronics [url="http://s1272.photobucket.com/user/kwill101/media/IMG_2230_zps892f480f.jpg.html"][/url] [/quote] Congrats dude, lovely bass! very comfy aren't they?! Hope you enjoy it.

[quote name='skej21' timestamp='1421615577' post='2663375'] So weird but this is next on my list and I found that video today too! Love the idea of fitting it with some Aguilar DCB pickups, stringing it E-C and getting an ebony ramp fitted! My local store are doing 24 month 0% finance over £500 too, so might bite the bullet before it ends on 8th of February! This is a really great bass for the money. I've played one extensively and need to get one to call my own now :-) [/quote] That does sound like a good deal! I've been keeping an eye out for a used one, but they don't seem to appear very often. Maybe because they're good?

I know it's an old thread, but really tempted by one again, and I found this video on YouTube I just had to share: [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaK7elkqb1w"]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaK7elkqb1w[/url] GREAT playing, GREAT tone, and a GREAT bassface!

They do look interesting don't they! There's video clips of some of them too. I've been emailing Steve at Raygun with some questions and he's very helpful. Think I might have to go for a Bass Driver.... FYI, he says that the Bass Crank is effectively a clone of the Zvex SHO, but modded to optimise it for bass. The Bass Driver is entirely his own creation.

Well..... I think it has definitely made a tangible difference. The Shuttle is a great amp anyway, but I think this has really kicked it up a notch. It seems to sound just more 'quality', I think it's a bit more open, clear, and defined, but somehow with more warmth and character in the mid range. I think it was most noticeable with the gain turned up and preamp volume turned down a bit (about maybe 3:30 and 10 o'clock respectively), it sounded amazing! more like a proper valve amp. I don't know if this is because of the tube itself, or just because I'd cranked the gain more than usual, but my B and E strings have never sounded so well defined, tight, clear, and growly! Seriously. There was improved bottom end imo, the lows seemed to sound much tidier, tighter, and less 'woolly' (not that you could ever call a Shuttle woolly really!). Oh and when I cranked the gain higher still, I was rewarded with a really nice, smooth and creamy overdrive. Of course, it's all subjective and could just be a placebo effect. The point is in the end, I pissed about with my amp, and I'm VERY happy with the results!

Morning all, just wondered if anyone here had any experience of Raygun FX stompboxes? I stumbled across their website the other day, and I think they seem pretty good for a reasonable price. I'm quite interested in the Bass Driver. http://fuzzboxes.co.uk/product-category/bass-fx

The Phat Phuk B certainly seems to get a lot of love! They seem quite difficult to get hold of in the UK though, and a bit more than I wanted to spend.... Has anyone tried any of the pedals from Raygun FX? They look to have some good products, the Bass Crank! or Bass Driver look of interest to me. [url="http://fuzzboxes.co.uk/product-category/bass-fx"]http://fuzzboxes.co.uk/product-category/bass-fx[/url]

[quote name='elephantgrey' timestamp='1421168381' post='2657967'] You could always run a clean boost before it so you can give it extra gain when you need it. [/quote] Yeah that's a good shout, maybe it's worth getting one of the cheaper options to play about with. Do I need to worry about driving my amp too hard? My basses are pretty high output anyway, and then through the comp.

Ordered anyway. I'll let you know how I get on with it.

Well, Tung-Sol arrived and fitted, I'll report back after band practice tomorrow night on whether it's made any difference or not!

Ummm..... I think I might be inventing a problem that doesn't exist.... I could just crank the gain on my Shuttle couldn't I? Is it alright to run it overdriven all the time? Now I feel stoopid!