sixdegrees

Classic Rock, hard rock, a little metal, covers Ashdown EVO II. Pre-amp eq flat, bass cut a little, mids boosted, treble flat. This is a general rule for what fits in my band. I also use an eq pedal so that I can engage the classic (but horrible in a band mix) big mid-scoop when slapping. And a slight mid-scoop when the other instruments drop out. I find that, by cutting the bass a little and boosting the mids, I can cut through the mix without pushing the amp. If you play bass - mids are your friend! Obviously the size and furnishings of the venue come into the equation. But so do people in the crowd. Clothing soaks up volume, especially the highs. Oh, and I also use compression, switch between fingers and pick, jazz and P, use 45-105 pressure wound strings....there are so many other variables that are just as relevant to what makes 'your' sound. And don't forget that all amps are individually 'voiced' to give them their signature tone. One man's perfume is another man's poison...

I have an original Jazz Bass Special in black for sale, if anyone's interested? Passive and all original, apart from the tone and volume knobs (which are black Gibson style). It's had a fair bit of action and the bridge and PUP poles are tarnished. But this doesn't affect the tone. I've had it for just under a year (after being a Duff fan for years and wanting 'that' sound). But now need the funds to go towards a Precision that I want to mod to my own specs. I will warn you that it looks good from far, but far from good... But the back of the neck is in great condition. And the frets are good for their age. I'll post some pics later.