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Have you looked here? http://www.brandoniguitars.co.uk/index.asp

Haven't used those EVs but I use 3 of these, http://www.amazon.com/Electro-Voice-Force-Monitor-12-Speaker/dp/B000PGMNOA for fold back and they are bl**dy amazing and they are the budget range as well.

I tried one of these, [url="http://www.entwistlepickups.com/pickup.php?puid=JBX"]http://www.entwistle...up.php?puid=JBX[/url], because they're so cheap, it would be a shame not too, good reviews as well. I am mightily impressed, quality and sound far exceed the price.

I'd suspect that the rack would be a hell of a lot heavier than the Streamliner.

Not a lot of help really but my first bass was a Clubman, firewood would indeed best describe it.

Learn a little tune like the intro to the south bank show and just play that and then back to the song.

Like MRTCAT we have gone the Bill Fitzmaurice route and couldn't be happier. 2 x Otop 12s and 2 T39s, indoors, outdoors, tiny pubs, theatres, infact anywhere. We run it crossed over 3 way with a pair of these, http://www.thomann.de/gb/the_tamp_d4500.htm, one either side. Brilliant sound and brilliant volume if needed. The mixer and all outboard gear is racked and on wheels and sits in the backline so I can get at it easily and we only have to run a mains lead, 2 signal leads to the amp racks and 2 foldback speaker leads and we're ready to go. I have to admit that I'm not a fan of Mackie systems, they sound a bit harsh to me.

Beware of buying from the states, anything over not a lot could / will land you with import duties and VAT.

I've got a Danelectro long horn that I converted to left handed. Very easy to do.

If you've got to think about it, it's not the right thing to do.

I bought one after seeing this thread and used it to record the gig last night. Surprisingly good for the price, not good enough for publicity but certainly good enough for checking out the moves and playing. Recommended.

Brilliant idea. I'm up for it.

[quote name='gjones' timestamp='1381434394' post='2239170'] Remember (and this is just between me and you,,,,right!), whoever you are and however good you think you may be, you're only as good as your drummer. [/quote] Might as well give up now then.

I didn't know that. Apologises.

Cleartone Musical Instruments. Some interesting stuff here about CMI, http://www.guitarsite.com/hotlicks/about1657.html and there's pictures of a CMI Jazz Bass half way down.

I'm not sure where you get the 12v from, it's 9v.

Moontan - Golden Earring. Just felt the need.

I've got some of those BK modules sitting around doing nothing, they were used with our PA for awhile. Really nice amps. PM me if you're interested.

I have no problem with using a pre-recorded intro to blockbuster, you could even have a bit of fun with it by wondering where it's coming from. I'd laugh anyway. You'd be playing the actual song live. I have no problem with a keyboard player playing the horn parts, string parts or even voices, or a drummer with an electronic drum kit playing samples as they'd be playing it live. It's the use of backing tracks to replace musicians or because you can't play it live and miming that I think are totally inexcusable and cheating. While discussing this thread with the rest of the band last night, our drummer went as far as to proclaim that he felt that any band using backing tracks instead of musicians and or miming should be forced to display this on any advertising and posters. Just think, that guy playing and singing to karaoke backing tracks has taken your job and your wages.

Sorry, but I think that anyone using backing tracks is taking the piss, cheating and ripping off the audience, if you're not good enough to play it live then don't play it. Supported [font=Arial, sans-serif]The Rockin' Berries not so long ago, not only did they turn up late, but insisted on using their own P.A. just so the could use backing tracks. they ended up playing only a 30 minute set of 60s covers, not even their own hits, all with backing tracks and still walking away getting their full pay. [/font] [font=Arial, sans-serif]At the same venue the following year, we supported the [/font][font=Arial, sans-serif]Abba tribute band Abba Arrival. Totally mimed the whole way through, full band as well. Pointless, unless they were incapable of actually playing it live. [/font][font=Arial, sans-serif]Both bands won't be playing at that venue again[/font] [font=Arial, sans-serif]If you have to use backing tracks to make yourselves sound good, then give up and let those who can play live do the gigs.[/font]

Always expect the worst, it can only get better and if it doesn't you won't be disappointed.

I have actually tried that with a pair of Duncans and it didn't actually sound that good.