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[quote name='gerryk' post='785163' date='Mar 24 2010, 10:08 PM']Hi, Loz I know this is old post, but probably useful for that: I'm wondering how you rate the UL 112 now, having had it a while, any misgivings? I'm thinking of one, or else bergantino 112 or possibly barefeced compact. I play 4 & 5 string elec as well as elec and acoustic upright. I already have EBS neo112 (with replaced normal driver, much fuller sound), EBS 210 and Demeter 3x10 cabs, Peavey and Eden WT800 tops. Cheers, GerryK.[/quote] Hi Gerry. I've got both an Epi UL112 and a Barefaced Compact (1x15) - they are very different cabs... Strange as it may seem, as it's 'only' a 12 inch speaker, I find the Epi has a fuller, warmer sound to it (that said I use very little in the way of tweeter that's available) - I would say that the Barefaced is louder, delivers more mids and is more aggresive to my ear (even though there is no tweeter in this bad boy). It really all depends upon the sound you want/need. My main gig is with a big band and both cabs work well but in different ways - just to add some perspective I'm currently using both with my EA iAmp800 and play both 4 and 5 string fretted and fretless basses. I sometimes play with a blues/rock trio and had imagined that the Barefaced would have been ideal for this situation but alas since getting it we haven't been together so cannot prove the theory. Right now I'm slightly favouring the Epi but I've gigged both and have had excellent feedback on each of them. Both cabs are lightweight and easy to handle and both have performed very well for me. That said I'm currently contemplating a Mesa Walkabout Scout combo or a Berg 1x12 cab to see how they compare. On a purely practical note: I sometimes get a lift to rehearsal with one of the trumpet players - the Epi will not fit in the boot of his car but the Barefaced Compact wil!! stupid Volvo saloon... Cheers John

Had a gig with the big band ([url="http://swingshiftbigband.co.uk"]swingshift[/url]) last night... in a car showroom!! It's a charity fund raiser that we've done for the past few years (the guy who owns the garage is part of the committe, so offers it as the venue). Band sounded great, a good night was had by all and I was reasonably pleased with the way I'd played (which is unusual) - even had a couple of bass players come and positively comment on my playing and technique which was a very welcome surprise

I've got a few gigs with the big band already in the book ([url="http://www.swingshiftbigband.co.uk/the-full-gig-list.htm"]http://www.swingshiftbigband.co.uk/the-full-gig-list.htm[/url]) and hopefully a couple of shows this year too, including the Hot Mikado (which I believe is great to play). There will no doubt be a few other gigs here and there and if all goes to plan a recording session too - bring it on...

Indeed he does - the transcription is great, I'll have to find some time on Friday to get to grips with it... Thanks again

Hi guys - many thanks for all you help, especially Jay I googled this last night before I posted but didn't find the Bassment website - great stuff, thanks again... John

Hi guys I've been asked to play the Joss Stone version of L.O.V.E. at a wedding at the weekend - don't suppose anybody has a transcription of the bass part, I'm a bit short on time this week so any help greatly appreciated... Cheers John

[quote name='derrenleepoole' post='663160' date='Nov 23 2009, 09:55 PM']He actually played for 15 minutes in total. I know because I recorded it all on my Zoom H2 [/quote] I think it was supposed to be a half hour slot but I think he started late so may well have only actually played 15mins... I didn't keep tabs on how long each performer played, just going off the schedule - think I was getting tired at that point too from all the noise. Agree with the earlier post that having a band outside the main auditorium was probably not a great idea...

[quote name='Pete Academy' post='663066' date='Nov 23 2009, 08:30 PM']What was the problem with Randy Hope-Taylor?[/quote] Basically he just didn't have anything prepared and ended up playing 3 tracks with the drums without any top line (vocal or tune) or harmony... His bass sound wasn't great either (very loud and very muddy). He looked mightily relieved once his half hour was up. I think he just didn't know what was expected of him - he did say he hadn't done anything like this before...

I've got an iAmp 800, had it well over a year now and no reliability issues with it at all - touches wood It's certainly well loud enough for my requirements - never used it above 5 on the input or output levels, running through either Epi and Barefaced cabs. It does have a very 'clean' sound but that means you get the sound of the bass you put into it - I don't tend to use the eq very much and find that the cleaner sounds sits well in the mix and helps cut through rest of the band. If I want a warmer thicker sound I'll use my valve pedal or valve pre-amp then just use the power section of the amp - this works really well. Amp is pretty light and if you can one up second hand for decent money then it might be worth trying one out...

Tend to set my bass volume to full - set gig level at the amp - let the fingers deal with dynamics...

Cool - I like it

Sounds pretty accomplished, some good solid playing and working well with the drums, good job... I like the first track, bass sound really suits this track - I used to play trombone in a Ska band in a previous life

Hi guys - I'm gigging at The Railway Pub in Leyland tonight with local singer Debbie Wilson. Music probably best described as 'Great American Songbook' with a few more modern numbers thrown in as it's a Saturday night. First set is 9:30pm if anybody fancies popping down for a pint - come and say hello

[quote name='Spoombung' post='647369' date='Nov 6 2009, 05:27 PM']I've never heard/played one before - even though they've been around for years.[/quote] I know that some of the guys who do the TV work (Strictly Come Dancing, X Factor etc) use Overwaters, so you may well have heard one and not been aware of it. I've recently go this - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=64410"]more overwater porn...[/url]

[quote name='ped' post='641579' date='Oct 31 2009, 01:08 AM']I think I have only ever played one OW bass and that was a long time ago... actually no I played a 36" fretless recently... lovely craftsmanship. ped[/quote] The quality and attention to detail is superb - I'm afraid my photography doesn't do her justice...

thanks Ped - sounds and plays great too

this is mine... [attachment=35411:JW_EVO_04.jpg] my new Overwater Evolution Custom 5 - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=64410"]more pics here[/url]...

[quote name='Clarky' post='638072' date='Oct 27 2009, 05:01 PM']BTW, the stealth look is great[/quote] +1 lovely looking bass you have there...

[quote name='ezbass' post='637699' date='Oct 27 2009, 11:46 AM']Someone pass me my coat, I'm going to go away and sulk and comtemplate my sad looking (yet toneful) instruments.[/quote] Hey mate - no coat and no sulking required. I know I'm exceptionally lucky to own the basses I do - I've worked mighty hard to afford them and I take none of them for granted. As a designer aesthetics are important to me, but ultimatley it's about the way they sound that is most important, the fact they look great too is just a bonus

Southport's ok - for some reason most people who visit really like it, I guess when you live here you have a slightly different outlook... If ever you fancy popping over again give me a shout and bring your Overwaters

[quote name='tayste_2000' post='637322' date='Oct 26 2009, 09:47 PM']I tune ADGCF [/quote] I see... [quote name='tayste_2000' post='637322' date='Oct 26 2009, 09:47 PM']I have a trans black Evo and it does not look this nice so you made a good choice, but you know if you want to swap [/quote] It's a tempting offer, but you'll understand if I decline

...and just for completeness, the whole family... [attachment=35230:JW_ALL_01.jpg]