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These are brilliant cabs.  I bought one back when Alex was a one man business.  I've since moved to a pair of One10s, A BB2 and a Super Midget.  Total overkill I know.

Frank.

On 15/07/2024 at 19:25, Raslee said:

Anyone got any strap hooks for sale ? 

I have one of my early designs left (not much different to the later ones) that you can have.  You might have to file a little bit to make it fit over the existing strap button, but it's easily done.  It is the same length as the later ones so should balance the bass well.

Frank.

1 hour ago, Dad3353 said:

 

Thanks, Frank; duly noted. The bass is now in Middlesex, and I'm hoping that a friend who crosses often will be able to do the deed in the next few days/weeks, but I'll keep your offer in mind. Getting it to Ireland may be more 'interesting' than getting it to France, though..!

If you're passing through, you're welcome to pop in, either coming or going. In any case, enjoy the break. 

Getting the bass to Belfast is absolutely no problem as we're part of the UK.  Anyway, I hope it gets to you asap. If it doesn't work out with your friend, hopefully I can help.

Many thanks for the kind offer of a visit. It's always good to meet fellow musicians. We're in France for almost 6 weeks and very much looking forward to it.

Frank.

I'm going to France in my campervan in August.  I'd be happy to bring your bass.  The only thing is you'd need to have it delivered to me in Belfast.

I'll be sailing from Dublin to Cherbourg, then heading south after a few days in Brittany, depending on the weather.

Frank.

15 hours ago, Ruarl said:

I have been wondering about this set up. I already have a BB2 and would like something a bit smaller for small gigs & practice. How do the two compare?

The BB2 is deeper and fuller sounding to my ears.  The SM is less deep, but deep enough, and sounds better when pushed a little.  Both are very loud.

In smaller venues the SM is more than adequate and sounds far better than it's size would suggest.  It sounds a bit more "angry" than the BB2.

I've owned these cabs for 9 years now and they have handled every situation I've gigged in. (I've used Barefaced cabs since the beginning in 2009ish?)

The combination of the two is as much as anyone could need. (in my opinion.)

Frank.

I still have my parlour size 6 string acoustic guitar that was a gift from my uncle in 1968.  He had just restored it back then so I suspect it might date from the 1950s.

It sounds good and plays well.

Frank.

21 hours ago, chris_b said:

 

A modular 212 is the way to go.

I use a BB2 and a Super Midget.  That gives me a choice of three rigs.  For most gigs it's the BB2 on its own.

Frank.

WAL Mk 1 fretless.  Passed on for £200 in 1989.  It still causes me nightmares. 

Frank.

I've had a few deals with Jimmy over several years - always smooth and pleasant.

You can deal with Jimmy in total confidence.

Frank.

I find having a pair of One10s very handy.  Just one cab is fine for rehearsals and small gigs and both for bigger gigs.

The other point is I never have to carry more than about 7.5kg.  This is important when you have a hernia. 😉

Frank.

I first heard a HB PB50 at a blues jam.  It sounded simply amazing.

The only thing that puts me off slightly is the weight.  A couple of years ago a Fender 51 RI appeared in a music shop in Belfast.  I'd owned one years ago that I gave to my son.  It now resides in New Zealand. I always missed it since giving it to him. You can see it here.

Anyway, after sleeping on it I bought the new Fender 51RI and that put the HB PB50 out of my mind.  They are definitely superb basses though.

Frank.

On 26/09/2023 at 09:36, Clarky said:

Hi Gunnar, as its a 2009 bass these should be regular Am Std pickups as my good friend Wikipedia says "In March 2012, Fender updated the American Standard Jazz Bass (except the five-string version) with Custom Shop 1960s Jazz Bass pickups. "

I have a 2010 Jazz bass from the same series and I can say that the Am Std pickups from this period are excellent- in fact, these are just great basses all round!  I've had mine for more that 10 years and I have no intention of selling.

Highly recommended.

Frank.

I have owned a Genz Streamliner 900 but not a Puma.

Also, my Thunderfunk is a 550 not 750. Still, it’s my favourite amp of all the ones I’ve owned. The sound is sweet and solid but clean.

Whether it would bring something for you is a question I can’t really answer.

Anyway, I hope this helps you a little.

Frank.

Ibanez are very hard to beat for quality instruments at bargain prices. Even better used.

Frank.

I've just got the state pension last week  so I've been playing for a long time.

I've been through quite a few of the lightweight amps, mostly good amps (still have a Quilter BB800, which is brilliant and a surprisingly capable and cheap Peavey miniMax 500) but my Thunderfunk remains my all time favourite. It's used with various combinations of Barefaced 10" or 12" cabs.

Frank.

1 hour ago, Roger... said:

Hi Mybass,

 

Thanks for the advert. Unfortunately it looks as big as the one I already have.

Thanks anyway. I will look through the Ad's.

 

These cabs are very lightweight and very high output.  Don't equate size with weight.  You'll be pleasantly surprised.

Frank.

I also have a one10 but my Barefaced Super Midget is far louder, clearer and only slightly bigger and heavier. I manage fine with it on public transport. It’s very capable even on quite loud gigs.

Frank.

These are great basses. Precision to jazz bass and even more from the active options.

I have the Olympic white version and wouldn’t part with it.

Good luck with the sale and I highly recommend this bass.

Frank.

2 hours ago, Jaybeevee said:

I’m gonna round off this thread that I started. I was looking for some real world experience between tube and hybrid amps vs so called clean amps to help me in my amp downsizing decisions. I decided to gain my own real world experience by indulging the bass enthusiast in me and purchased a used Thunderfunk TFB 550 from @AxelF. So moving from a Mesa tube head and a 4x12 powerhouse  to the Thunderfunk and a couple of TKS 112s has shown me that clean amps don’t mean you ‘loose’ anything, and chat forum opinions are just that. The Thunderfunk  just a different kind awesomeness to the Mesa . The Thunderfunk is warm and creamy with loads of controlled bottom end. It doesn’t drive at all, just loads of clean power all the way. It lacks a little in the extended highs compared to the Mesa, but I’m not missing it for what I do. 
the moral of the story is I now love my Thunderfunk like I loved my Mesa, and have the best Pbass tone I’ve ever managed. 
happy days

and thanks @AxelF 

That's a great result.  Enjoy your Thunderfunk.  They're superb amps and repairable, unlike most class D amps.  I love mine.

Frank.

I played guitar for about 20 years before discovering that I enjoy playing bass guitar far more.  Neither instrument is more or less difficult than the other- just different.

Frank.

I bought one of these for my grandson. They're a really good bass for the money.  Actually, I'd happily gig one.

Frank.

My one is a great bass in sound and feel but a little heavy. Well worth the money.

Frank.

Such sad news.  As I get older myself, I tend to forget how old some of my musical heroes are. 

Frank.

4 hours ago, Tradfusion said:

If I wasn't so far away (in Ireland) I'd have this in a heartbeat 😍

I have one and I'd definitely recommend it.  It easily competes with my US Fenders. I've been playing it exclusively since I got it in early 2020.

Frank. 

Lovely bass in a great colour.  I have a Fender PJ Jazz which is an excellent instrument.

Frank.